Archive: May, 2019

Weinstein, Milton, formerly of Worcester, MA,  on May 22, 2019. Beloved husband of the late Shirley (Rubin) Weinstein. Devoted father of Mark, Bob, and Andrew Weinstein. Dear grandfather of Adam, Julie, Jessye, and Maya. Proud great-grandfather of Jonathan, Briana, Ryan, Benjamin, and Lilah. Loving brother of Roz Liftman and the late Seymour Weinstein. Graveside service at B’Nai Brith Cemetery, 55 Saint John’s Rd., Worcester, MA, on Friday, May 24, 2019 at 12:00 noon. In lieu of flowers, donations in Milton’s memory may be made to a charity of your choice.

Elin, Sandra (Litvin), of Dedham, formerly of Brookline, MA, born in Manchester, NH, passed away May 20, 2019. Beloved wife of Alexander Elin. Devoted mother of Seth Elin and his wife Rose, and Sarah Johnson and her husband Paul. Proud grandmother of Zach, Adam, Joel, and Avery. Dear sister of Mark Litvin and his wife Jilana and Gary Litvin and his wife Cathy. Services at Temple Beth Shalom, 670 Highland Ave., Needham, MA on Thursday, May 23, 2019 at 9:45 am. Interment to follow at Sharon Memorial Park, 40 Dedham St., Sharon, MA. Memorial observance will be at Alex and Sandra’s home on Thursday 4-8 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations in Sandra’s memory may be made to Dana Farber Cancer Institute, P.O. Box 849168, Boston, MA 02284.

Shirley (Darish) Berg, age 85, passed away peacefully on May 20, 2019, in Needham, surrounded by her family. A longtime Needham resident, she was born August 7, 1933, to the late David and Bessie Darish in Boston. She earned her Bachelor’s Degree from Simmons College and the Eliot-Pearson School at Tufts University, and later, a Master’s from Framingham State College (now University) in Special Education that included coursework at Boston College. She taught in Malden, Boston, Waynesville, MO and Needham for many years. An active member of Temple Beth Shalom, she co-founded its nursery school and served as junior choir mother. She leaves her beloved husband of 63 years, David Berg; two daughters, Carolyn (Berg) Fox of Wellesley and Dr. Nancy E. Berg (Stanton Braude) of St. Louis, MO; three grandchildren: Dr. Hannah Louise Fox (Benjamin Raizen) of Dedham, David Braude; cousins, nieces, nephews, and many friends. Funeral services on Wednesday, May 22, 2019 at 1:00 pm  at Temple Beth Shalom, 670 Highland Ave., Needham. Interment at Temple Emeth Cemetery, Baker Street, West Roxbury. Shiva will be held at Temple Beth Shalom following the burial until 8 pm with Minyan at 6:45 pm. A reception in Shirley’s memory will be held in the Red Room at North Hill, 865 Central Ave., Needham, on Thursday 1:30-4:00 pm. In lieu of flowers kindly contribute to the charity of your choice in her memory.

Graveside service at Sharon Memorial Park, 40 Dedham St., Sharon, MA on Thursday, May 23, 2019 at 9:45 am.

Our beloved David Cherny, age 68, of Burlington, MA, passed away on Saturday, May 18, 2019. For over a year, he bravely battled pancreatic cancer, holding on to his kindness and humor to the end. For 20 years, he was the cherished partner of Deborah Lapidus. David was the devoted father of Justin Cherny & his wife Christa, and Adam Cherny & his wife Shoshana. He was the dearest stepfather of Rachel Liberman & her husband Paul, and Sarah Nager & her husband Shannon. He was the adored Papa to Noah & Ari Liberman, and his newborn granddaughter, Samantha Rose Cherny. Loving brother of Miriam Boucher and her husband Robert. Services at Temple Sinai, 25 Canton St., Sharon, MA on Tuesday, May 21 at 11:00 AM. Burial will be at Sharon Memorial Park, 40 Dedham St., Sharon. Shiva will be held at David and Deborah’s home, 6 Dunlap Rd., Burlington, Tuesday, May 21 and Wednesday, May 22 from 5-8 PM. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to Birthright Israel, https://www.birthrightisrael.com/.

Lubar, Louise G., of Newton, MA, passed away May 17, 2019. Beloved wife for 66 years of the late Milton N. Lubar. Devoted mother of Nancy E. Lubar of West Roxbury, and Steve Lubar of Newton. Loving sister of the late Joan Goldsmith of NY, NY and the late Dick Gans. Graveside service at Newton Cemetery, 791 Walnut St., Newton, MA, on Monday, May 20, 2019 at 11:00 am. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to Dana Farber Cancer Institute, P.O. Box 849168, Boston, MA 02284, or Buddy Dog Humane Society, 151 Boston Post Rd., Sudbury, MA 01776.

Irving Louis Kofsky PhD, a physicist, of Newton, MA, passed away on May 16, 2019 surrounded by family.  Dr. Kofsky, 94, grew up in Brooklyn, NY. He attended Erasmus Hall High School and later attended Syracuse University, where he was awarded a PhD in Physics. After teaching at Smith College, he worked at various laboratories before co-founding PhotoMetrics, a bi-coastal research & materials-analysis lab, which continues to operate today. During Operation Dominic, a series of 31 nuclear detonations conducted in the Pacific in 1962, Kofsky measured the effects of the blasts from inside an airplane. It was the largest nuclear trial in U.S. history and was also the last atmospheric test conducted in that region. Though the images recorded from that time were spectacular, Kofsky always maintained the episode was a farce, as he told TIME Magazine, where he was profiled in 2008, and was labeled “the oldest man at Burning Man.” Dr. Kofsky was known for his boundless energy, intellectual curiosity and near photographic memory. Fluent in four languages, he was a virtual encyclopedia of Broadway show tunes, and was known to burst into song when a relevant verse presented itself. He traveled extensively and made friendships which he diligently maintained all over the world. His other interests included skiing, single malt scotch, sun-worshipping in Speedos, Premier League Football, and his wife Ann’s cooking. Irving was devoted to his wife and three children, whom he prioritized above everything else. He will be remembered as the head of a loving family. He is survived by his wife Ann Robinson Kofsky, children Lewis Taylor Kofsky (Jani Moon Kofsky) of New York, Douglas Kline Kofsky of New York, Emily Robinson Kofsky (Robert Gott) of California, and sister Joanne Kofsky Blum of Florida. He is also survived by his nieces and nephews Peter Blum, Harriet Felts, Rick Robinson, and Leslie Clapp. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Lasell Village Benevolent Fund, c/o Lasell Village, 120 Seminary Ave., Auburndale, MA 02466 or HIAS, www.hias.org.

The family will sit shiva on Sunday, May 19, 2019 from 4-7 pm at Lasell Village, 120 Seminary Avenue, Auburndale, MA. Over the coming months there will be a number of regional gatherings in the Bay Area, NYC, and other places beloved to Irving.  A growing online memorial & details about upcoming gathering may be found at https://irvingkofsky.tumblr.com/

Bertha Trehub (Flax) of Wellesley, formerly of Newton and Pompano Beach, Florida passed away May 9th after a short illness. She was married to George Trehub who predeceased her. She was the mother of Eliot (Amy) Schneier of Wellesley and Jill (Martin) of Carmel Valley, CA. Grandmother to Adam (Jen) Schneier, Abby Schneier and fiancé Greg Williams also Danielle and Michelle Wegenstein as well as great-grandmother to Lexie and Madison Schneier. She was also step-mother to Richard (Judy) Trehub and Susan (Dave) Waldman all of Naples, Florida and their children and grandchildren. The family would also like to thank her caregiver, Denise Groen for all her support.
A private graveside service was held May 10th

Noah Hudson Tsymbal, born November 27, 2018, died unexpectedly on May 11, 2019. He was the beloved son of Ilya and Jessica (Zlotogura) Tsymbal and the cherished brother of Adam, Ashley, and Tate.

Graveside service on Monday, May 13, 2019 at 1:00 pm at Beit Olam East Cemetery, 42 Concord Rd., Wayland.

Shiva will be held at the Tsymbal home in Arlington on Tuesday 6:30-8:30 pm with Minyan at 7:45, Wednesday 4:00-6:00 pm & 7:00-9:00 pm with Minyan at 7:45 pm, and Thursday 6:30-8:30 pm with  Minyan at 7:45 pm.

Donations in Noah’s memory may be made to Temple Emunah

Laurence Alan Mills, of Wellesley, MA, passed away on May 9, 2019. He is survived by his wife Sandra of 53 years, and his children and loved ones, Edward, Allison, Russell, Pam and Walter. He was a devoted Grandfather to Avery, Max, Logan, Jordan and Galadriel and their visits were highlights in his life. Laurence attended Boston Latin School, the University of Pennsylvania and Law School at Boston College. He enjoyed traveling with his family, classic cars and was an avid collector of antique license plates. After retiring from his law practice he attended The Harvard Institute for Learning in Retirement. He enjoyed the challenge of learning about new ideas and subjects. He also cultivated an unexpected interest in gardening and could often be found puttering around the yard.

Graveside Service at Sharon Memorial Park, 40 Dedham St., Sharon, MA on Tuesday, May 14, 2019 at 11:45 am. Minyan Service at Temple Beth Shalom, 670 Highland Ave., Needham, MA, Tuesday May 14, 2019 at 6:45 pm.

Donations in his memory may be made to Cure Alzheimer’s Fund, 34 Washington St., Suite 310, Wellesley Hills, MA 02481.

Salon, Charlotte K., of N. Dartmouth, MA, passed away May 10, 2019 at age 101 and a half. Beloved wife of the late Shepard L. Salon. Devoted mother of Stephen Salon and his wife Linda, and Renee Hahn and her husband Edward. Dear grandmother of Jonathan and Karen Salon, Neil and Heather Salon, Emily and Seth Granger, Nathaniel and Kara Hahn, and Samantha and Roberto Uribe. Proud great-grandmother of Ethan, Jane, and Daniel Salon, Lila and Henry Salon, Lola and Roxie Granger, and Jasper, Paxton, and Sydney Hahn. Services at Congregation Tifereth Israel, 145 Brownell Ave., New Bedford, MA, on Sunday, May 12, 2019 at 11:30 am. Following interment, memorial observance will be at Charlotte’s late residence until 8:00 pm, continuing Monday 2-4 & 6-8 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to the Kaplan Family Fund at the Jewish Convalescent Home, 200 Hawthorn St., New Bedford, MA 02740.

Marcia (Agoos) Starensier –Age 99, of Needham, formerly of Brookline, passed away on May 6, 2019.  Beloved wife of the late Melvin Martin Starensier.  Devoted mother of Polly VanDernoot and her husband Richard and the late John Starensier and his wife Adele.  Dear grandmother of Joshua VanDernoot and his wife Kathleen, Nicole Hirsch and her husband Jared and Matthew Starensier and his wife Maria.  Loving great-grandmother of Brody and Koko VanDernoot, Ty, Hunter and Lola Hirsch, and Micah Starensier.  Dear sister of the late Blanche Agoos Rosenthal and Harriet Agoos Goldfine.  Also survived by loving nieces and nephews.  Services are private. In lieu of flowers remembrances to Dana Farber Cancer Institute, PO Box 849168, Boston, MA 02284.

Lee Brezniak-Age 99, of Jamaica Plain and Delray Beach, FL, on May 4, 2019.Beloved wife of the late Morris W. Brezniak and the late Samuel Michaels. Devoted mother of Claudia Michaels-Brodsky and her husband David, Judith Hershenson and her late husband Jerry. Devoted step mother of David Brezniak and his wife Judith, and Linda Marcus. Dear grandmother of Keith Hershenson, Alex Brodsky, Elizabeth Creditor and Naomi Ginian  and the late Beth Hershenson. Loving great-grandmother of Allison Polin, Heidi, Jared Gruber, and Julia and Abbie Hershenson. Dear sister of the late Morton, Sam, and Carl Margolis and Florence Klein. Services by Brezniak-Rodman Funeral Directors at The Wilson Chapel, 234 Herrick Rd., Newton Centre, on May 6, 2019 at 12:00 noon. Following interment at Sharon Memorial Park, memorial observance will be at her residence until 7:00 pm. In lieu of flowers remembrances may be made to The Gloria Gemma Breast Cancer Resource Foundation c/o Beth’s Wings, 249 Roosevelt Ave.,Suite 201, Pawtucket, RI 02860, GloriaGemma.org, or Parkinson’s Research via  Michael J. Fox Foundation, PO Box 5015, Hagerstown, MD 21741-5014, Michaeljfox.org.

Rose Reguera Simon, of Newton, passed away peacefully on May 2nd at the age of 94 and 11 months.  Beloved wife of Myron (Myke) Simon for 68 years; devoted mother and mother-in-law of Laurel and John Bobrowich, Amy and the late Eric Berg, Ethan and Marcy Simon; caring grandmother of David and Eli Bobrowich, Sonia and Charlotte Berg, Samantha and Erica Simon; devoted sister to Dolores Blumstein and the late Pearl Matthews; and loving aunt. Rose developed long-lasting friendships with numerous people and will be missed by many. Until her final waking moments she was extremely alert and able to say farewell to those she loved.  After graduating from Simmons College (1945) with a degree in biology, she worked at Merck and then at the Boston University Medical Center with Isaac Asimov and William Boyd.  In the ensuing years, while raising a family, she involved herself in many pursuits including advocating for various environmental and political issues (such as drinking water fluoridation) with the League of Women Voters, teaching English as a second language, participating in the Newton Reading Club, and working in the real estate field.  Throughout her life she valued and modeled the importance of education and learning, cultivated a love of science and gardening, and enjoyed spending time in New London, NH.  For more than 40 years her famous Thanksgiving dinner tradition, always accompanied by blueberry pie made with Messer Pond berries, created and nurtured a strong and loving extended family. She also created an enduring and lasting multi-generational connection with her relatives in Spain. Most recently she was a resident of Lasell Village in Auburndale, MA, where she continued to promote awareness of environmental issues through the Green Team. In lieu of flowers, donations “In memory of Rose R. Simon” may be made to Simmons College (http://www.simmons.edu/alumni-and-friends/give), the Newton Public Library Foundation (https://www.newtongov.org/819/Support-the-Library), or to the Lasell Village Benevolent Fund.  Memorial service will be at Temple Shalom of Newton on Monday, May 6th at 11 AM followed by burial at Sharon Memorial Park. Shiva will occur at the home of Laurel and John Bobrowich on May 6th from 4 – 8 pm and on May 7th from 5 – 8 pm.

Age 89 of Danvers, MA, passed away on Thursday, May 2, 2019, at Brentwood Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center in Danvers, MA.

David was a graduate of Lynn Classical High School and enjoyed his work in the shoe and apparel industry. He learned about the shoe business as a young man when his father, Joseph, was the foreman for a shoe manufacturing factory and he continued working in this industry until retirement.  He was passionate about golf, the Red Sox, and playing the lottery.

David is survived by his brother, Milton Kline of Worcester, his niece Sue Kline, nephew Dan Kline, his wife Norine and their daughters, and his cousin, David Kline of Washington DC.

A private graveside service will be held.

Gail E. Horowitz of Cambridge, 67, died peacefully surrounded by loving family and friends on May 1, four and one-half years after being diagnosed with ovarian cancer.

Gail was born in Washington Heights, NYC, and raised in Teaneck, New Jersey. Gail is survived by her beloved wife, Susan Brand, her brother, Jack Horowitz (Nancy Harm), her cousins, Jack Demick, Joan Kellerman, Judy Turner, and Teri Boutot, niece Katie Currin (Mike), nephew Dan Kellerman-Demick (Brittany Peters), and her Brand family in-laws. Her parents, Jerome and Leonore Horowitz, predeceased her. Gail was admitted in the first class of women and graduated from Yale College in 1974 and from Harvard Law School in 1986. She was a Vice President at Chase Manhattan Bank in New York City before law school and, afterwards, was a partner at Sugarman, Rogers, Barshak & Cohen before founding Wade Horowitz LaPointe in 2000. Gail was a founding chair of both the Trusts and Estates Section of the Massachusetts LGBTQ Bar Association and the Women’s Bar Association’s Elder Law Project. She lectured frequently regarding estate and gift tax planning, with a particular focus on planning for LGBTQ individuals and families.

Gail nurtured within herself a deep spirituality which she gifted through her presence, her words, her work and her love to all who had the privilege to know her. Social justice and political activism were also important parts of her life. Gail loved Provincetown, where she and Susan have had a second home for 20 years, as well as swimming, running, hiking, cycling and being outside . She and Susan completed the Boston Marathon in 1996. And, just a month before her death, still living life to the fullest, she and Susan visited the Grand Canyon for the first time.

Gail’s funeral will be at the Burke & Blackington Funeral Home, 1479 Washington St., West Newton on Sunday, May 5, 2019 at 12:30 pm.  Gail will be interred at Mt. Auburn Cemetery on Monday, May 6, 2019, at 9:30 a.m. Memorial Observance (location to be announced at the funeral) will be held on Monday and Tuesday, May 6 and 7, 2019, at 7 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations in Gail’s memory may be made to the ACLU of Massachusetts, the Greater Boston Food Bank, Ovarian Cancer Research Alliance of New York.

Sidney Stern, of Phoenix, AZ, formerly of Boston, on April 28, 2019. Beloved son of the late Solomon and Estelle (Kasanof) Stern. Mr. Stern was born in Boston on February 10, 1934. A graduate of Harvard College and Harvard Business School, Mr. Stern resided and worked in Boston for most of his life. He enjoyed a successful career in finance and was passionate in his support of LGBTQ organizations and causes. Mr. Stern was an avid skier who spent many wonderful summers in Truro and Provincetown, MA. Mr. Stern is survived by his cousins, Ellen Deborah (Stern) Gilman, Michael Gilman, and their four children, Theodore, Rachel, Eli, and Charles. Graveside service at Temple Israel Cemetery, 492 North Ave., Wakefield, (Beacon St. entrance) on Friday, May 3, 2019 at 11:00 am. In lieu of flowers please send remembrances to give.onenten.org/Sidney

 There will be a celebration of Sidney’s life scheduled for a later date and time.

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Rabbi Edward Martin Maline

Of Boca Raton, FL, formerly of Newton, on April 23, 2019. Rabbi Maline was born in Bridgeport, CT. He received his undergraduate degree in linguistics from Middlebury College. Rabbi Maline studied at the International Institute for Hebraic Studies, Paris, and the University of Paris, and was ordained at Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion in Cincinnati. Rabbi Maline served as an assistant Rabbi at Temple Ohabei Shalom, Brookline, and served as Senior Rabbi at Temple Emanu-El in Lauderdale Lakes, FL. He was currently Senior Rabbi at Marco Island Jewish Congregation. He was Past adjunct professor of Jewish Studies at Florida Atlantic University under an endowment from Jewish Chautauqua Society. Rabbi Maline was an instructor for Elderhostel of Palm Beach County, former apprentice Rabbi at Liberal Jewish Synagogue, London, and also served as past spiritual leader of Temple Judea, Philadelphia. Rabbi Maline was fluent in Hebrew, French, German and Spanish.

Rabbi Maline is survived by his wife Marilyn (Diemont) Maline, son Michael, daughter Pamela, and grandchildren Elizabeth, Grace, Max, Chloe and Ava.

A private graveside service was held on Sunday, April 28,2019 at Baker St., West Roxbury.

Jeffrey Steven Sirlin, 46, of Needham, died on April 26, 2019. Beloved husband of Marisa Jaffe and father of Noah. Devoted son of Ellen and Roger Sirlin. Loving brother to Cliff Sirlin and his wife Sue, and Robin Polin and her husband Russell. Treasured brother-in-law of Sara Jaffe and David Ostroff, and adored son-in-law of Miriam and Jerry Ballan. Cherished uncle to Zac, Grant, Rachel, Kayla, Hannah, and Nora. Funeral services will take place at Temple Beth Shalom, 670 Highland Avenue in Needham on Tuesday, April 30 at 9:45 a.m. Interment will follow at Mishkan Tefila Cemetery, 2605 Centre Street in West Roxbury. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to Temple Beth Shalom in Needham or Dana-Farber Cancer Institute.

Alan Jankelle- Of Roslindale, unexpectedly on April 26, 2019. Beloved son of the late Harry and Jennie (Shultz) Jankelle. Devoted brother of Deborah Salant and her husband David and the late Michael Jankelle. Loving uncle of Jacob, Rebecca, Ilana, and Max. Services in the Moses Mendelsohn section of Lindwood Memorial Park, 490 North St., Randolph, Tuesday, April 30, 2019 at 11:00 am followed by a Service at Newbridge on the Charles. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Honor Flight New England, 193 Londonderry Turnpike Unit 4, Hooksett, NH 03106.

Roslyn (Ligums) Brunell of Canton, formerly of Newton Centre and Boynton Beach, passed away peacefully at age 94.   She was part of a great love story with her late husband Sidney Brunell for 71 years.   Loving mother of Nancy Mitchell & her husband James, Richard Brunell & his wife Anita Lichtblau, and the late Geoffrey Brunell. Adored grandmother of Jenna Goldman & her husband Michael, Emily Mitchell & her husband Benjamin Offenberg, Noah Brunell and Jacob Brunell. Cherished great-grandmother of Sy Robert Goldman.   Sister of the late Melvin Ligums, Norma Rowe and Earl Ligums. Devoted aunt of 6 nieces & nephews.

Roz lived her life with beauty and grace.   Services will be Sunday, April 28, 2019 at 1:00 pm at Temple Reyim, 1860 Washington St., West Newton. Following burial in West Roxbury, shiva will be observed at the home of Nancy & James Mitchell until 8 pm, and on Monday at the home of Richard Brunell & Anita Lichtblau from 7-9 pm. Remembrances may be made to Orchard Cove Scholarship Fund, 1 Del Pond Drive, Canton, MA 02021 and Martin Solomon Scholars at Brigham and Women’s Development Office, 116 Huntington Ave, Boston, MA 02116.

Edward S. Stavis- A Memorial Service will be held on Sunday, June 16, 2019, at 11:00 am at The Carl and Ruth Shapiro Campus Center Building at Brandeis University, Waltham, MA, followed by a luncheon at The Faculty Club.

Bruce Wallace- of Bridgewater, on April 19, 2019. Beloved husband of Sandra (McLarnon) Wallace. Loving father of Debra Wallace Hankey. Cherished grandfather of Mia and Alex Hankey. Loving brother of Barbara Burwen. Dear uncle of Diane Burwen, Dale Burwen, and Russell Burwen. Graveside Service at Knollwood Memorial Park, 321 High St., Canton, MA, Monday, April 22, 2019 at 11:00 am. Following services, the family will receive visitors at the Stone Meadow Community Center, 100 Bridgestone Way, Bridgewater, MA. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Animal Protection Center of Southeastern Massachusetts, 1300 West Elm St.Ext, Brockton, MA 02301.

Krasnigor, Shirley, of Needham, formerly of Wayland, and Newton, MA, on April 15, 2019. Beloved wife for 65 years of Nathan T. Krasnigor. Devoted mother of Neil Krasnigor and his wife Dawn Huston, and Eric Krasnigor. Proud grandmother of Joshua and Jamie Krasnigor. Loving sister of Jordan Peters. Graveside service at Plymouth Rock Cemetery, 1000 Pearl St., Brockton, MA on Friday, April 19, 2019 at 11 am. Following services, memorial observance at the Krasnigor home. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the charity of your choice.

Edward I. Morris, of Stoughton, formerly of Sharon, MA, passed away on April 16, 2019. Beloved husband of the late Arline (Rubinoff) Morris who passed away on March 4, 2019. Devoted father of Marci Steinberg and her husband Steve, and Neil Morris and his wife Arielle. Proud grandfather of Leah and Benjamin Steinberg, and Jordanna and Ava Morris. Dear brother of Reina Dudley. Services at Temple Israel, 125 Pond St., Sharon, MA on Thursday, April 18, 2019 at 10 am. Memorial observance will be at the Knollsbrook Clubhouse, 70 Erin Rd., Stoughton, MA Thursday from 12 noon until 9 pm, continuing on Friday from 10 am – 2 pm at the home of Neil and Arielle Morris. Condolence calls can also be made at the Morris residence on Monday and Tuesday from 1-4 and 7-9 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations in Edward’s memory may be made to Dana Farber Cancer Institute.

Ann Radding, 72, passed away suddenly on April 15, 2019. She was the daughter of the late Joseph and Eunice Radding of Springfield, MA, and lived most her adult life in New York.

Ann was a graduate of Classical High School and University of Bridgeport, and had an MA from New York University. She was a kindergarten teacher for 10 years, and later an event planner for the Development Corporation for Israel and numerous other charitable organizations. She was an avid skier and volunteer for the Killington Ski Patrol. Ann loved animals, traveled widely, and was a talented potter.

 Ann was the widow of John Balan, her life partner whom she married in 2011 after a courtship of 42 years. She is survived by her brothers Robert (Rina) of Sharon, MA, Edward (Linda) of Longmeadow, MA, and Alan (Eva) of Newton, MA, as well as 6 beloved nieces and 9 great nephews and great nieces. Funeral will be on Thursday, April 18, at Temple Reyim, 1860 Washington Street, Newton, at 10 am. Shiva will be observed on Thursday from 3-7 pm at the home of Alan and Eva Radding. Contributions in Ann’s memory may be made to Alzheimer’s Association, 225 N. Michigan Ave., Floor 17, Chicago, IL 60601 or www.alz.org

Ephraim Greenberg, 96, of Brookline, passed away on April 15, 2019. Ephraim was born on June 13, 1922 in Rochester, New York to the late Minnie and Jacob Greenberg.  He was a graduate of New York University and Yeshiva University.  Ephraim was an accomplished Rabbi with congregations in Quincy, Philadelphia, New Orleans, Braintree, and Boston.  He was also a pioneer in the world of medical engineering.  He was the quintessential newshound and historian and a lover of classical music. Ephraim is survived by his daughter Lydia and her husband Andrew, his son Jonathan and his wife Barbara, his five beloved grandchildren David, Michael, Jillian, Ross and Ben and his two great grandchildren Jacob and Lyla.  He was a loving brother to his sister, Carolyn and an adoring uncle to his nephews.  He will be greatly missed by his family, who loved him dearly and whom he loved. Graveside service at Sharon Memorial Park, 40 Dedham St., Sharon, MA on Wednesday, April 17, 2019 at 1:45pm. Family and friends will be gathering at the home of his daughter and son-in-law, Lydia and Andrew Chesnick following the graveside service until 7:30 pm Wednesday evening. Remembrances may be made to the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation, 733 Third Ave., #510, New York, NY 10017, Celiac Disease Foundation, 20350 Ventura Blvd., #240, Woodland Hills, CA 91364, or Leket Israel, P.O. Box 2297, Ra’anana, Israel.

Elizabeth (Lipsitz) Adler, age 97, of Roslindale, formerly of Brockton, on April 13, 2019. Beloved wife of the late Gilbert Adler. Loving daughter of the late Avram and Freda (Jaffee) Lipsitz. Survived by her older sister Florence Beytin of Vancouver and her nieces Merle Grandberg of Chestnut Hill and Joyce Cherry of Vancouver and her nephew Mark Beytin of Reistertown, Maryland.  Also survived by many great nieces and nephews.  Predeceased by her loving brothers Nathan, Alec and Benjamin and her niece Phyllis Rudnick. Services at the Pride of Brockton Cemetery, 197 South St., Stoughton, Tuesday, April 16, 2019 at 12 noon. Memorial observance following the service at the home of Merle and James Grandberg until 9 pm. Donations may be made to 2Life Communities, 30 Wallingford Rd.,  Brighton, MA 02135. Our sincerest gratitude to the dedicated staff at Hebrew Rehabilitation Center, especially Karen, Rebecca, and Andy.

Marty Heller-of Newton, formerly of Chelsea, on April 13, 2019. Beloved husband of Amy (Winer) Heller.Dear son of the late Benjamin and Celia (Levine) Heller. Devoted father of Kerri Steinberg and her husband Jonathan, Julie Zirlen and her husband David,.Devoted step-father of Jeffrey Hahn and his wife Mia Haessly, Joshua Hahn and his partner Adam Swaim. Cherished grandfather of Carly and Jack Zirlen,Isabel and Abigail Steinberg and Cecelia and Lila Hahn. Dear brother of the late Lois Heller Goff and her husband Seymour Goff and George Heller and his surviving wife Joan Heller. Marty graduated Chelsea High School and attended Boston University.Marty and his late brother George and their dad owned Ben Heller Tire in Chelsea for many years. Marty was also the owner and operator  of many successful food franchises. Services at The Wilson Chapel, 234 Herrick Rd., Newton Centre, on Tuesday, April 16, 2019 at 12:30 pm. Following interment at Baker St., West Roxbury, memorial observance will be at his residence until 8:00 pm and will continue Wednesday 2-4 & 6-8 pm.In lieu of flowers remembrances may be made to The Bridge Center,470 Pine St., Bridgewater, MA 02324 or Experience Camps for Grieving Children, PO Box 5099, Westport, CT 06881, www.experience.camp

of Brighton, on April 12, 2019. Beloved wife of the late Joseph Moshe Elkies. Devoted mother of Noam David Elkies and Galit Pnina Schwartz. Loving grandmother of Dagny Sophia Dukach, Miranda Rose Dukach, Zoe Hasia Dukach, Michael Shabtai Schwartz, Rafael Isaac Schwartz, and Netanel Paz Moshe Schwartz. Services at the Zviller Cemetery, 776 Baker St., West Roxbury, Monday, April 15, 2019 at 10:00 am.

Helene S. Fine, of Brookline, on April 10, 2019. Devoted mother of Sharon Fine (Robert Rotti) and Dana Fine (Heidemarie Floerke). Loving grandmother of Jen and Lia Rotti and Effie and Julia Fine. Dear sister of Judith Weinstein. Former wife of Arthur Fine. Services at the Zviller Cemetery, 776 Baker St., West Roxbury, Sunday, April 14, 2019 at 11:00 am. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hebrew Senior Life Hospice, 80 Newbridge Way, Dedham, MA 02026.

Donald Karp, passed away on April 9, surrounded by his loving family at the Eliot Healthcare in Natick, MA. He was born in Boston, the son of the late Ida and Louis Karp. Don attended English High and Northeastern University. Don served in the Korean War where he was awarded the Commendation ribbon for his emeritus service. He met and married his best friend Beverly. The couple would have celebrated their 50^th anniversary this summer. They enjoyed entertaining, and always made sure friends and family felt welcome in their home. Anyone who knew Don could appreciate his huge heart, ready smile, and love for all his friends and family. Don is survived by his wife Beverly, his son Barry and his wife Cathy. He is also survived by his sister Dolly and her husband Stanley, and many cousins, nieces and nephews. Graveside service at the Framingham-Natick Hebrew Cemetery, 40 Fairview Ave., Natick, MA, on Sunday, April 14, 2019 at 11 am. In lieu of flowers, donations in Don’s memory may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, MA Chapter, 309 Waverley Oaks Rd, Waltham, MA 02452. He will be truly missed.

Jeffrey David Farkas of Beaver Falls, PA, and Daytona Beach, FL, passed away peacefully on April 8, 2019 at the age of 76. Beloved son of Milton and Eva Farkas, Jeff leaves behind his sister, Harriet Farkas Krupp of Wellesley, MA and her husband Paul. He was the loving uncle of Kimberly Karofsky, Jill Uribe, and Elizabeth Fish, their husbands, and Jeff’s 7 great nieces and nephews. Private graveside service will be held. Jeff will be remembered and cherished in our hearts always.

Funeral service will be in New Haven, CT.

Complete notice to follow.

Elizabeth R. Simons
September 1, 1929 – March 25, 2019

Elizabeth Reiman Simons, PhD, 89, passed peacefully on March 25, 2019.  Liz was a resident of Newton, MA since 1953, raising her children in the same house that she lived in until the fall of 2017 when she moved to Lasell Village.  She loved the time spent at her home on Lake Winnipesaukee in New Hampshire, preferably with family and friends. Liz was the only woman to graduate in her class at Cooper Union in 1950 with a Bachelor of Chemical Engineering degree.  She went on to earn her PhD in Physical Chemistry at Yale in 1953 where she met her beloved husband Harold Simons (deceased 1999).  Liz is survived by her two children, Lee Simons Mulert (Mark) and Bob Simons (Patrice) as well as her five grandchildren, Claire and Kevin Mulert and Wesley, Josh and Drew Simons, all of whom she loved very much, and by her faithful companion, LuLu the boxer.

As a woman scientist, Liz was a pioneer, performing cutting edge biochemistry research, running a large research laboratory at Harvard Medical School and then becoming a full professor at Boston University School of Medicine. Her career was marked by an amazing record in teaching, grant awards and publications.  Liz inspired many young scientists, including generations of young women whom she mentored to balance success in science with a fulfilling family life.  When they faltered, she was always there to lend an ear, a word of advice or even the voice of reality, for which they continue to be grateful.

Even in “retirement” Liz was very active, teaching literature classes and taking others each semester.  She volunteered at Newton At Home and as a tutor at both Lasell Village and Lasell College.  Liz was also an avid fan of classical music and the arts, actively involved in the Boston Artists Ensemble, and regularly attended events at the Gardner Museum. Her vitality and knowledge will be missed by many of all ages.

In the spirit of her zeal for women in science, in lieu of flowers, the family asks that you consider donating to the Elizabeth Simons Memorial Fund established at the Association for Women in Science by clicking on this link AWIS: Elizabeth R Simons Memorial Fund.

Memories/Thoughts: Many have told us they wish to contribute a thought or memory of Elizabeth, or Liz as many of you knew her. We would love to be able to enjoy these.  Please share them by clicking on this link Memorial for Elizabeth Simons and share for all to enjoy.

Thank you,

Lee (Simons), Mark, Claire & Kevin Mulert
Bob, Patrice, Wesley, Josh & Drew Simons

Sylvia (Adasko) Lilienthal, 96, of Newton, passed away on Sunday, April 7, 2019, surrounded by her loving family. Sylvia was born on March 20, 1923, in Salem, MA to the late Bertha and Henry Adasko.  She was a graduate of Cushing Academy and Endicott College, Beverly, MA.  She was married to the late Alfred H. Lilienthal in 1943.  Sylvia was a member of the Women’s Division of the Coast Guard Reserve during World War II.  She had many charitable interests, including volunteering at the Boston Children’s Hospital Cerebral Palsy Clinic and also organized many events on their behalf.  She worked as a high- fashion designer clothing personal shopper at Filene’s in Chestnut Hill until she was 75.  Sylvia was a patron of the arts, including the Boston Ballet, the Boston Symphony, The Opera Series, and the Museum of Fine Arts.  She was also an avid movie goer and a cinema buff.  Sylvia is survived by her son Gary and his wife Janet, her daughter-in-law Frani, wife of her late son Jim, her daughter, Pat/Patty, and her grandson Andy and his wife Mercedes, and was grandmother to the late Meg.   Sylvia was a loving sister-in-law and best friend to Rosalie (Lilienthal) Julian for over 80 years.  She was a loving aunt and great aunt to many nieces and nephews.  One of her greatest legacies was her enormous circle of friends of all ages who adored her and whom she adored.  Sylvia was a woman of amazing style and presence.  All eyes turned when she entered a room.  Her wit, humor, and class were the hallmark of her existence.  Services will be held at the Wilson Chapel, 234 Herrick Road, Newton Centre, MA on Thursday, April 11, 2019 at 11:00am.  Interment will be at Mishkan Tefila Cemetery, 2690 Centre Street, West Roxbury, MA.  Family and friends will be gathering in the Function Room at Nahanton Woods Condominium, 210 Nahanton Street, Newton Centre, following interment until 7:00pm and on Friday, 2:00-7:00pm. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, 70 Walnut Street, Suite 301, Wellesley, MA 02481.

Marshall M. Sloane –Age 92, of Chestnut Hill, MA, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on April 6, 2019. Beloved husband of Barbara (Gluck) Sloane. Devoted father of Barry R. Sloane and his wife Dr. Candace Lapidus Sloane, Linda Sloane Kay and her husband Jonathan B. Kay, and Jonathan G. Sloane. Cherished grandfather of Marshall M. Sloane II, Jacob G. Sloane II, Charles S.M. Sloane, Joshua B. Kay and his fiancé Brooke L. Patkin, Rachel Sloane Kay and Franklin A. Ross, Tallen K. Sloane, Austin W. Sloane, Tabor F. Sloane and Kensington A. Sloane. Loving brother of Elaine S. Blank and her husband Harry, the late Irene S. Gainsboro, Shirley S. Izen and Melvin Sloane. Services at Temple Israel, 477 Longwood Ave., Boston (Parking on the Riverway),on Wednesday, April 10, 2019 at 11:00am. Following interment at Sharon Memorial Park, 40 Dedham St., Sharon, the family will receive friends and family at Pine Brook Country Club, 42 Newton St., Weston until 8:00pm. Memorial Observance will continue on Thursday at Century Bank, 400 Mystic Ave., Medford, 4-8PM. In lieu of flowers remembrances may be made to Spirit of Adventure Council, Boy Scouts of America, 600 West Cummings Park, Woburn, MA 01801 or Boston University, Sloane House, 135 Ivy St., Brookline 02446.

to view the  service on Wednesday please go to Temple Israel of Boston  Live stream

Deborah Glaskin of Chestnut Hill, MA passed away on April 4, 2019. Beloved wife of the late Bernard Glaskin. Devoted mother of Todd Glaskin and his wife Marla. Proud grandmother of Noah Glaskin. Loving sister of Beverly Titunik and her husband Steve. Dear aunt of Mark Titunik. Retired teacher at Brighton High School for over 30 years. She will be remembered as a loyal and loving friend. Services at the chapel at Sharon Memorial Park, 40 Dedham St., Sharon, MA on Sunday, April 7, 2019 at 2:00 pm. Following services, memorial observance will be at the home of Todd and Marla Glaskin until 7 pm, continuing Monday 4-7 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations in Deborah’s memory may be made to Temple Beth Shalom, 670 Highland Ave., Needham, MA 02494, Temple Emeth, 194 Grove St., Chestnut Hill, MA 02467, or a charity of your choice.

Sara Dosamantes-of Weston, passed away April 1,2019. Memorial service at the Wilson Chapel, 234 Herrick Rd., Newton, MA on Sunday, April 28, 2019 at 2 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations in Sara’s memory may be made to Brook School Apartments, c/o Tenant Activities Fund, 44 School St., Weston, MA 02493, Massachusetts General Hospital, c/o Dr. Brian Nahed’s Research Fund, 55 Fruit St., Boston, MA 02114, World Fellowship Center, 368 Drake Hill Rd., Albany, NH 03818, or the charity of your choice.

Louis Rosenblum

November 15, 1923 to April 4, 2019

Louis (Lou) Rosenblum was born Nov. 15, 1923. His parents, Miriam and Julius, raised him and his younger brother, Myron, in Brooklyn, NY where he attended the Yeshiva of Flatbush, played stoopball and roller skated.

His studies at Brooklyn College were interrupted by service (1943-1946) in the Pacific Theater in the U.S. Army Infantry. He fought in the Battle of Okinawa, was awarded the bronze star and served in the army of occupation in Japan. After completing his B.S. in Chemistry in 1948, he moved to Columbus, OH where he met his life love, Evelyn (Evy), and earned a Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry.

For 30 years Lou was a research scientist at the NASA Lewis Research Center in Cleveland, his final role being chief of the Solar and Electrochemical Division, responsible for research and development of space-related photovoltaics and energy storage. He led the lab in developing demonstration projects at home and abroad to show that solar power was practical and suitable for uses around the world.

A pioneer in the movement for freedom of emigration for the Jews of the Soviet Union, Lou was a founder in 1963 of the first organization to advocate for the freedom of Soviet Jews, the Cleveland Council on Soviet Anti-Semitism. The organization’s success was recognized nationally and became a model for the formation of many similar groups. In 1970 Lou’s multi-year effort led to the formation of the Union of Council for Soviet Jews (UCSJ) with member councils in the U.S. and Canada and affiliates in other countries. Lou served as founding president of the UCSJ from 1970-1973.

Lou and Evy were founders of Beth Israel-The West Temple where for decades both served in leadership roles fostering and nurturing Jewish life on Cleveland’s West Side. Both also volunteered for more than 20 years as archival processors with the Jewish History division of the Western Reserve Historical Society.

Lou’s life was filled with hobbies and passions including wilderness hiking, canoeing, sailing, cooking Chinese banquets, cultivating huge quantities of sweet corn, woodworking, folk dancing, square dance calling, Hebrew language study, Torah study, and spending quality time with family.

Lou is survived by his four children, Jan Metz, Miriam Rosenblum and husband Sheldon Benjamin, Diane Rosenblum and husband Henry Gordon, and Daniel Rosenblum and wife Sharon Waxman; eight grandchildren: Samara, Elana, Paul, Malka, Rafi, Maya, Jonah, and Liana; and three great grandchildren: Nia, Azalea, and Oliver. Lou’s wife Evy died in 2013 and his brother Myron died in 2016.

The funeral was held on April 7, 2019 in Wellesley, MA, his home in recent years. A memorial service, to be scheduled, will be held at Cleveland’s Beth Israel-The West Temple. Donations in memory of Lou Rosenblum can be made to the “Evy & Lou Rosenblum Fund for Education and Social Action” at Beth Israel-The West Temple, 14308 Triskett Rd, Cleveland, OH 44111. Or on-line at www.thewesttemple.com/donate. (On the PaPal donate page – click on the “Special Instructions” link and write in the name of the fund.)

Barbara Stern, of Needham, passed away at Beth Israel-Deaconess Hospital in Boston on April 3, 2019 after a short illness. Beloved wife of the late Robert M. Stern. Sister of Carole Lutch of Dallas, Texas and the late Glenda Fiebel. Barbara’s good nature and kind heart helped her overcome many challenges, and she made friends wherever she went. Barbara’s extended “family” included her friends and staff at The Center at the Heights in Needham, her caregivers and housemates at the Charles River Center in Needham, and others who looked out for Barbara and Robert over the years. A Graveside service will be held on Monday, April 8, 2019 at 10:45 am at Sharon Memorial Park, 40 Dedham St., Sharon. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Friends of the Needham Elderly, 300 Hillside Ave, Needham, MA 02494.

SYDNEY ROSENBURG-Age 99, of Hingham, formerly of Delray Beach, FL and Newton, on April 4, 2019. Beloved husband of Dorothy (Saffron) Rosenburg. Devoted father of Gerald Rosenburg and his wife Roslyn, Barry Rosenburg and his wife Linda, Robin Gove and her husband Edward, and the late Joan Crossley and her surviving husband Robert. Also survived by 8 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren. Graveside service at Lindwood Memorial Park (Temple Emanuel section) 497 North St., Randolph, on Sunday, April 7, 2019 at 11:00 am. Following services memorial observance will be at the home of Robin and Edward Gove until 8:00pm Sunday, Monday 1-4pm & 6-8pm.In lieu of flowers remembrances to a charity of your choice.

Ethel D.(Bernstein) Yarrish-of Dedham, formerly of Jamaica Plain, on April 3,2019. Beloved wife of the late Ralph Yarrish. Born and raised in Quincy, she was the devoted daughter of the late Max and Sarah Bernstein. Loving sister of Eleanor Cohen and her late husband Norman, the late Pearl Fine, and Morton George Bernstein z”l and his surviving wife Mimi Bernstein. Dear aunt of Sandi Dunn and her husband Irving, Donna Teasdale and her husband Michael, Lori Cohen and her husband Ken, Moshe Bernstein and his wife Batsheva, Donald Bernstein and his wife Renee, Ted Bernstein and his wife Lorri, and Julie Young. Also survived by many great -nieces and nephews, and many great-great nieces and nephews. Ethel was the long-time manager of The Boston office of Israel Bonds. Services at The Wilson Chapel, 234 Herrick Rd. Newton, on Friday April 5, 2019 at 9:00 am. Following interment at Quincy Hebrew Cemetery, Baker St., West Roxbury, memorial observance will be held in the Beal Chapel at Newbridge on the Charles, 5000 Great Meadow Rd.,Dedham until 4:00pm. In lieu of flowers remembrances to Alyn Hospital, Shmaryahu Levin St. 84,Jerusalem, Israel. The Alyn Hospital is a comprehensive rehabilitation center for physically challenged and disabled children,adolescents and young adults.

Bertram Grand, of Newton, on April 2, 2019. Beloved husband of Pauline Ann (Sidman) Grand. Devoted father of Russell S. Grand. Adored father-in-law of Marcy Grand. Dear brother of the late Ann Burack, Toby Solov, and Rose Martus Greenberg. Services at the Wilson Chapel, 234 Herrick Rd., Newton Centre, Friday, April 5, 2019 at 1:30 pm. Following interment at the Koretz Cemetery, West Roxbury, memorial observance will be at the home of Pauline Grand until 6:30 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Grand Family Kiddish Fund, c/o Adams Street Synagogue, 168 Adams St., Newton, MA 02460.

Marilyn Adelstein, of Winthrop, formerly of Randolph, age 83, died on Monday, April 1, 2019. Mother of Laurie Adelstein and husband Stephen Strout; Mitchell Adelstein and wife Judy Adelstein; and Nancy Gerber and husband Steven Gerber. Loving grandmother of nine: Zoe, Jake, Noah, and Luke Adelstein; David and Rachel Strout; and Benjamin, Andrew, and Jennifer Gerber. Sister of Rosalyn Slifka and her husband Richard and the late Estelle Weinberger and her late husband Leon. Marilyn was a proud graduate of the Beth Israel School of Nursing where she attained her RN, spending many years in the nursing field and later transitioning to medical claims insurance. In her later years, she spent her winters in Lake Worth, FL, volunteering at a school, golfing, playing tennis, and enjoying life. Family and friends are invited to remember Marilyn at a funeral service on Friday, April 5, 2019 at 10:45 am at  Sharon Memorial Park, 40 Dedham St., Sharon. Memorial observance will be at the home of Nancy and Steven Gerber following burial until 6:30 pm, continuing on Saturday from 6:30 to 9:00 pm and Sunday from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center’s Nursing Education & Research Fund or to a charity of your choice.

Rosenberg, Michael A. “Mickey”, of Milford, formerly of Natick, MA, on Saturday, March 30, 2019. Beloved son of Cheryle and the late Andrew Rosenberg. Dear brother of Max Rosenberg. Partner of Ellen Howard. Loving uncle of Sam and Eli. Dear cousin of Brenda and Robert Turecek, and Joel and Gayle Schindler. Nephew of Leslie Sims and Nancy Thompson. Born in Tampa, FL, and raised in Natick, MA. Memorial service at the Wilson Chapel, 234 Herrick Rd., Newton, MA on Sunday, April 7, 2019 at 2 pm. Memorial reception will be announced at the service. Donations in Mickey’s memory may be made to the American Lung Association of the Northeast.

Ruth Kreshover, Ph.D, 92, an exceptional woman of strength and independence and lifelong New Yorker, on March 29, 2019. Daughter of the late Harry and Birdie (Kaplan) Kreshover. Proud mother of Amy (Simms) Pearl and loving grandmother of Aaron (Hallie) of Marlborough, MA and Hannah Pearl of Brookline, MA. Sister of Joan (Jerry, late) Wiener of Scarsdale, NY, dear aunt and great-aunt. Devoted friend, Ruth was at her happiest playing a hand of bridge. Private burial. Memorial remembrances may be made to Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, https://giving.mskcc.org/.

Lois (Aronson) Stone, age 91, of Haverford, PA, formerly of Brookline and Falmouth, passed away peacefully on March 29, 2019. Beloved wife of the late Theodore Stone. Loving mother of Robert Stone (Paula), Judith Stone Macnow (Glen), Deborah Stone (Robert Graff). Cherished grandmother of Theodore and Emily Macnow, Alexander Stone Renner Macnow and Nathan Macnow Renner-Johnson, Andrew Stone, Nicole Stone and fiance Jordan Shapiro, Noah Graff, and David Graff. Loving great-grandmother of Carl, Ben and Evelyn. Lois was pre-deceased by her parents, Alice and Charles Aronson, and siblings, Robert Aronson and Joan Rubin.

Of Framingham, formerly of Jamaica Plain, on March 29, 2019. Beloved wife of Robert E. Ricles. Devoted mother of Alicia Phillips, Diana Phillips, and Edward Phillips. Loving grandmother of Shama, Leela, and Sofia. Dear sister of Stanley Shalet. Services at Temple Israel, 477 Longwood Ave. (parking on the Riverway), Boston, Tuesday, April 2, 2019 at 11:00 am. Memorial observance at the home of Robert Ricles, Tuesday following the service until 7:00 pm and Wednesday 4-7 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hadassah Northeast, 1320 Centre St, Newton Centre, MA 02459.

 Alfred Bloom-loving husband and father, of Lexington, MA, entered into rest  March 24, 2019. Born and raised in Brookline, he attended MIT, where he pledged Alpha Epsilon Pi fraternity. His schooling was interrupted by WW2 military service. He enjoyed playing the sousaphone. He returned to school, earned a degree in economics, and married the former Jeanne Shay, a pianist. Together with his in-laws, he built Giant Stores, a pioneering regional discount store chain. He and Jeanne were  founding members of Temple Emunah in Lexington. He remained active in his fraternity, advising the chapter and managing the frat house across the river in the Fenway, and was awarded their highest honor, the Order of the Lion. He is survived by his children, Michael Bloom, Lawrence Bloom, and Sara Kasten, all of whom, and their children, play musical instruments. Services at Temple Beth Israel, 25 Harvard St., Waltham, on Thursday, March 28,2019 at 11:00 am. Following interment at Beth Israel Memorial Park, Waltham, memorial observance will be at the home of Larry Bloom and Rebecca Jones until 8:00 pm. In lieu of  flowers remembrances may be made to Temple Beth Israel.