Aviel Klausner, April 26, 2025, beloved husband, father, brother, son, uncle, cousin and friend, and Distinguished Systems Developer at InterSystems, died early Saturday morning while folk dancing. Born in Israel in 1956 to a loving family and kind and brilliant parents Yehudah z”l and Yocheved, he was instilled with a deep love of learning and of his Jewish heritage, overflowing kindness, and a desire to connect with people. He had an intellectual and curious mind, and a sweetness and purity of heart with which he approached all things throughout his life. Aviel grew up and spent his time between Israel and the U.S., living a child in Princeton, New Jersey and Detroit where his father studied and worked as a professor. The family returned to Be’er Sheva, their home in the Negev desert, where Aviel attended Ben Gurion university after serving in the Israel Defense Force. He later moved to Cambridge, Massachusetts where he received his PhD in computer science from Harvard. There he fell in love with and married his cherished wife Andrea, whom he endlessly adored, who was pursuing her master’s degree in education at Harvard. In the Boston area Aviel also fell in love with the Harvard Hillel community, the Israeli folk dancing community, and his job and colleagues at InterSystems, where he held the most senior developer position in the company, and always looked forward his work, which continued to stimulate him for over 38 years. In 1990, Aviel moved back to his hometown of Be’er Sheva with his wife and children, where he lived a short walk away from his parents and enjoyed being able to spend more time with his three brothers, David, Meir, and Moshe, his nieces and nephews, and extended family. Upon returning to Boston in 1996, Aviel built a warm and loving home in Newton with Andrea and their three children, Zak, Yael, and Ben, and became a beloved fixture in the Newton Center Minyan (now Walnut Street Minyan) community, as well as in the Israeli folk dancing community. Aviel died while folk dancing, an activity that he loved passionately. Aviel engaged in every activity he did with deep enthusiasm and a childlike delight and curiosity; he was endlessly optimistic, giving and loving unconditionally. Avi filled each moment of his life with people and pursuits that brought him delight and so much joy, everything from Torah study and communal prayer, celebration of holiday traditions, family dinners and time spent time with his beloved wife and children, helping friends and community members without hesitation, playing with and embracing babies and young children, writing code and connecting with colleagues, participating in the annual Walk for Hunger (which he completed over 24 times), treasure-hunting at yard sales, editing Wikipedia articles, dancing multiple nights a week, doing yoga, tending to his plants and spending time in nature, telling jokes, solving puzzles, or enjoying good scotch or a cup of coffee. His sudden loss is felt immensely by his family and the countless people and communities he touched. Immense too is the gratitude, honor and love felt by those who had the privilege of knowing this kind, unique and joyful soul.

Funeral Service will be held 11 am, Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at the Walnut Street Minyan, 858 Walnut St., Newton, MA. Burial will follow at Independent Pride of Boston, 776 Baker St., West Roxbury, MA.

Shiva minyanim will be at the Klausner home, 90 Westminster Road, Newton Centre at the following times:

Wednesday: Mincha/Maariv 7:30 pm

Thursday Shacharit 7:15 am and Mincha/Maariv 7:30 pm

Friday: Shacharit 7:30 am

Sunday: Shacharit 8:30 am and Mincha/Maariv 7:30 pm

Monday: Shacharit 7:15 am and Mincha/Maariv 7:30 pm

Tuesday: Shacharit 7:30 am

Visiting hours during the week are from the end of Shacharit until 3 pm and from 6:30 pm until after Maariv.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Walnut Street Minyan Tzedakah Fund

Edward William Jay, Jr. of Brookline, Massachusetts, died at home on April 29, 2025 after a lengthy battle with Parkinson’s. Loving and beloved husband of Heidi (Shuman) Jay. Adoring and adored father of Samantha (Jay) Crane and husband Nick of Delray Beach, FL, and Molly Jay and husband Kyle of Brookline, MA. Doting grandfather (Crummy) of River Jay.

We will always remember Ed and his razor sharp wit, singing and dancing throughout the house with the kindest smile, and making us laugh with the smartest dumb jokes we’ve ever heard.

Funeral services were private. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the ACLU, Planned Parenthood, or the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s research. To honor Ed, please vote Democrat.

It is with shattered hearts that we say goodbye to Florence Wiener, 93, of Needham, MA. Preceded in death just one year ago by her husband of 64 years, Herbie Wiener, Florence is survived by her daughters Michele Sharaf and Beth Wiener, her grandsons Benjamin and Daniel Sharaf and her brother, Marvin Weinstein.

Florence lost a short battle with complications associated with Leukemia just two days after the first anniversary of her beloved Herbie’s death. Florence was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, daughter and aunt.

Her grandsons, in particular, were a great source of  her pride and joy. But she was more than a doting grandmother, she was the family’s matriarch in every sense of the word. Omniscient and omnipotent, Florence was the conductor who made beautiful music out of cacophony, the captain who calmed troubled seas and the bright light that illuminated otherwise treacherous roads ahead.

A Holocaust survivor, Florence came to the United States after WWII in 1947 with her father and brother. After surviving the murder of her mother and grandparents at the hand of the Nazis and the horrors of living in the forests of Belarus for five years, Florence was not deterred.

While looking after her father and brother, she managed to teach herself English by sitting in on five high school English classes a day and simultaneously become a skilled bookkeeper.

Florence became a US citizen in 1954 and met her beloved Herbie soon thereafter and they married in 1960. Best friends for life, they were the perfect ying to each other’s yang, but Florence defined the family. A force to be reckoned with, Florence didn’t pull any punches. She told it to you straight and could be as tough as nails. At the same time, her empathy was palpable. If you hurt, she bled. She was a hard shell and a cotton candy middle, a drill Sargent with a heart of gold, a lion tamer without a whip.

For most of her life, she worked in a local print shop and loved every minute of it. Outside the shop she seemed to know everyone and they knew her. A bit of a yente, she loved to chat up her customers whenever she ran into them. A real celebrity around town. She was devastated when she lost her job at age 70, but turned lemons into lemonade and got healthy. For many years you could find her on the elliptical machine at the JCC on level 8 or walking around the track at the high school.

Sharp as a tack until her final hours she knew every bill coming due, every dollar owed and the cost of grapes at every supermarket within a ten mile radius. There was no putting one over on Florence. We should all aspire to be just a fraction of the woman she was.

Words cannot express how deeply she will be missed. There was no one like her, as unique and wonderful as they come. This world will seem a bit duller without her shine. Our only solace is that she is now reunited with her beloved Herbie.

Graveside service at Sharon Memorial Park, 40 Dedham St., Sharon, MA on Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 10:45 am.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Holocaust Legacy Foundation.

Herbert J Zarkin, age 86, of Boca Raton, FL and Mashpee, MA, died on April 25, 2025.

He was born in Haverhill, Massachusetts in 1938, son of Bernard and Dorothy Zarkin, née Simon.

He graduated from Lowell High School in 1956 and attended the University of Pennsylvania.

Mr. Zarkin spent his entire professional career with one organization, beginning as a stock boy for Zayre Stores in 1961 and moving his way up the corporate ladder to store manager and then to the the home office. In 1988, he was promoted to Chairman and Chief Executive of Zayre Stores.  In 1990, Mr. Zarkin became the President of BJ’s Wholesale Club and in 1993, the President and Chief Executive Officer of Waban Inc. He retired in 2010.

Mr. Zarkin was well known for his philanthropy, in particular to Dana Farber Cancer Institute where he established the Zarkin Family Foundation to encourage cancer research as well as to support the nursing staff.

In addition to his success in business, he is most fondly remembered by his loving family. He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Susan Zarkin, née Bell, and his daughters, Amy Reiner (Neal) and Beth Ann Ditkoff (Charlie), his four grandchildren, Allyson, Michael (Jayme), Andrea (Andrew) and Julia (Andrew), as well as his brothers Gerald (Phyllis) and Norman.

Services will be private. The family will hold Shiva on Wednesday April 30^th at the Reiner residence from 3-7 pm and on Sunday May 4^th at the Ditkoff residence from 3-7 pm.

Donations in memory of Herbert Zarkin can be made to the Dana Farber Cancer Institute, www.dana-farber.org or to the charity of your choice.

Frances Pinsky Goroll of Whippany, New Jersey died peacefully on April 24, 2025 reaching her 104th birthday, at Lester Senior Housing.

Born in Jersey City, New Jersey to Benjamin and Celia Pinsky, the oldest of 3 girls (Iris and Pauline).  Frances lived in Jersey City until she met Jacob Goroll, married and moved to Irvington, New Jersey and finally settled in South Orange, New Jersey.

Mother to Barbara Sternfield, Dr. Allan Goroll (Phyllis Wasserman), grandmother to Brett Sternfield (Michele Esposito) and great grandmother to Jules Arielle Sternfield and Remy Noa Sternfield.  Frances and Jacob were dedicated to the continuity of the Jewish community through their tireless volunteer efforts and charitable donations.

Frances was president of the Irvington Chapter of Hadassah and chairman of her Jewish National Fund chapter.  For almost 20 years Frances worked for New Jersey Food Stamps helping to assist new Russian immigrants who escaped the Soviet Union.

Frances leaves a gaping hole at her senior housing and a legacy of feistiness and determination—her famous expression was “push”.  The family is deeply indebted to Sharon Creary who devoted her caring and kindness to Frances.

Graveside service will be held at 1 pm Tuesday, April 29, 2025 at Zviller Cemetery, 776 Baker St., West Roxbury, MA in the Beth Zion section. Rabbi Moshe Waldoks will officiate.

Following services, the family will receive guests at the home of Dr. Allan Goroll and Phyllis Wasserman until 6 pm.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made Hadassah, where Frances was a lifetime member.

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It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Myrna Franzblau, age 87, on April 23, 2025.  A beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, she will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing her.

Myrna was married to Carl Franzblau, and together they built a life full of love and laughter. She was the devoted mother of William Franzblau and Debra Fisher, and Rachel and Scott Weiss, and the proud grandmother of five cherished grandchildren (Andrew, Sarah, Zachary, Ethan, and Stephanie). Her family was the center of her world, and her love and support shaped their lives in countless ways.

Born with a passion for learning and nurturing others, Myrna dedicated her career to teaching. As an educator, she touched the lives of many students with her warmth, patience, and wisdom. Outside the classroom, she found joy in painting and spending time on the golf course, where her creative spirit and competitive edge both found room to shine.

She was known by all for her sharp sense of humor, unwavering loyalty, and strong will. These traits made her a pillar of strength to her family and a trusted friend to many. Her presence lit up every room, and her laughter was both unmistakable and unforgettable.

A funeral will be held on Sunday, April 27, 2025 at Temple Reyim 1860 Washington Street, Newton MA, at 11:30 AM. All who knew and loved her are welcome to attend and celebrate her remarkable life. Following interment at the Beth El Cemetery, 776 Baker St., West Roxbury, MA, family and friends are invited to the Clubhouse at the Gables 407 Dedham St., Newton, MA until 4 pm. Memorial observance will continue at the Franzblau home that evening, 7-9 pm, Monday and Tuesday, 1-3 pm and 7-9 pm. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations to be made to the Myrna and Carl Franzblau Fellowship Fund at Boston University School of Medicine.

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Surrounded by close family, Terrie M. Winograd of Acton, Massachusetts died peacefully on April 21, 2025 at the age of 74. She is survived by her husband Mark, her children Joshua and Leah, their spouses, Catherine and Nicholas, as well as her grandchildren Julian, Roslyn, and Solomon.

Born in the Bronx, raised in Westchester, Terrie always had a soft spot for New York City. After high school, she went to University of Buffalo, then worked in Vista, before moving to Cambridge, Massachusetts and getting her Masters degree at Massachusetts College of Art and Design. Set up by a mutual friend, Terrie married Mark and built a life of fifty years together in Acton, Massachusetts alongside her in-laws.

For Terrie, there was nothing greater in life than her family — the whole family, including all the distant, extended family. She was known for making great feasts, but most of all, for making great feasts of dessert. She was a baker who crafted intricate cakes, a locally famous banana bread, and more cookies than you could ever imagine. Though nothing gave her greater joy than the hours she spent on the grandkids’ birthday cakes — from a race car cake, to a rainbow, sparkle, unicorn, princess cake, her happiness was always in the awe on her grandchildren’s faces.

If Terrie wasn’t hosting at her home in Acton, she was hosting down in Bradenton, FL where she loved to winter with her husband. She loved her toes in the sand of Coquina beach during the day and friends over at night for a smattering of always too much food. Even as she bravely battled pancreatic cancer, even in her final months and weeks, she made sure that where she was, her friends and family were there too with a feast.

Terrie will be remembered for her warm and loving spirit as a friend, a wife, a mom, and a grandmama. In her honor, a funeral will be held at Congregation Beth Elohim 133 Prospect St., Acton, MA  on April 23, 2025 at 11:30 AM.

Shiva will be observed at the family residence, Wednesday, April 23, 2025 from 5-7 pm, with Minyan at 6 pm.

Donations in Terrie’s honor may be made to the ACLU or Household Goods.

Mark Greenberg passed away on April 19 at the age of 94.   Born in Boston on October 15, 1930, he grew up in the Dorchester section of the city, son of Ruth and Jack and brother of Gloria.  He was a proud alumnus of Boston Latin School and the University of Massachusetts, Amherst.  While stationed in Rochester, NY in the Air Force, he met Norma Fishman. Mark and Norma lived in Newton nearly all of their married life and there raised three children, Susan, Richard, and Louis.  On April 17, Mark and Norma celebrated an incredible 70^th wedding anniversary.

Mark was a devoted husband and father, and grandfather to Sam, Eliza, and Harry.  He loved all kinds of card and word games, playing and watching sports, planning road trips to beautiful places in New England and beyond, and taking frequent trips to Ogunquit beach in Maine, a tradition his parents began when he was a child.  After retirement he and Norma travelled extensively in the U.S. and Europe, and spent winter months in Sarasota, Florida.

Mark had a remarkable memory and capacity for mastering complex subjects.  This served him well in his long and successful career in the field of accounting, working for several corporations before concluding his career with Ernst and Young as a nationally recognized expert in government accounting practices and regulation.

Mark had a natural gift for making people feel comfortable, and all enjoyed his company.  He made many friends in his community and workplace and maintained those friendships for decades.  In his later years, he combined his love of challenging games and what he might call “kibbitzing” by becoming a regular bridge player with several groups.  For both his skill and camaraderie, he was in great demand as a player.

Mark took great joy – and sometimes heartache – as a passionate fan of all the Boston sports teams.  His greatest love was the Boston Celtics, for which he had season tickets in some of the Bob Cousy and Bill Russell years, and to which he brought Norma and his children to hundreds of games across championship eras, creating lasting family memories.  He attended the 1967 Red Sox World Series and the famous Game 6 of the 1975 World Series and watched or listened to most of the Patriots game since their founding.  But as passionate as he was to see Boston teams victorious, in the end it was always good sportsmanship and the fun of competition that mattered most to Mark.

Elaine, born March 16^th,1926., daughter to Alick and Ethel Rosenblatt, grew up in Everett, Massachusetts with her sister Inez Burgin.  Elaine was married to her beloved husband, Edward Groipen for 67 years and resided in Newton, MA.

Elaine was hard-working, had endless amounts of energy and was always ready to help anyone in need. She loved to work.  She spent 40 years as a market researcher then immediately following retirement, she stepped right into a new role volunteering at the Day Surgical Center at Newton Wellesley Hospital. Here, she spent over 25 years volunteering well into her 90’s.

She was a devoted mother, wife, nana, and GG. Elaine was happiest when she was surrounded by her grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and cousins.  Elaine was loving, generous and always ready to take her loved ones on an adventure. You could always count on Elaine for a good laugh with her quiet sarcastic sense of humor which was always full of surprises.

The family would like to thank the staff at the North Hill Retirement for their attention and care for the past 8 years. Her presence left a lasting and memorable impact on everyone she met, both at work, home and with friends.

Elaine is survived by children Beth Melnick, Paul Groipen & Todd Satterlee, and Larry & Lori Groipen. Her grandchildren Julie Groipen Herzlich, Jennifer & Nick Jasilli, Jamie & Sam Korman, Allie Melnick & Benjamin Hendel, Rosalynn & Andrew Baker and Bradley Satterlee. Her great grandchildren AJ, Zachary Edward, & Aliyah Jasilli, Piper, Bennett, & Oakley Baker, Liam Korman and Nico Groipen. She leaves behind a beautiful legacy of kindness and strength.

Memorial service will take place Thursday April 24,2025 at the Chapel at Sharon Memorial Park at 1PM. Following interment family and friends with gather at the home of Paul Groipen and Todd Satterlee until 9:00 pm. Minyan service to begin at 7:30 pm.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Temple Emanuel, 365 Ward St. Newton, MA 02459, Congregation Shirat Hayam, 55 Atlantic Ave Swampscott, MA 01907, or Epstein Hillel School, 6 Community Rd. Marblehead, MA 01945.

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Howard Abel of Wayland, MA, passed away on April 17, 2025. Beloved and devoted husband of Susie Schwartz Abel (pre-deceased) for 63 years. Father to Julie Abel of Watertown, MA and Karen Abel Lucero and her husband, Mike Lucero of Pelham, NY, previously of Kirkland, Washington. Loving grandfather to Josh, Jordan and Sydney Lucero. Howard was the loving uncle of many nieces and nephews whom he loved dearly. His 3 grandchildren were his pride and joy, and he never missed a birthday or milestone.

Howard was a long-time member of Sudbury River Tennis Club, Wayland Men’s Retirement Club and along with his wife Susie one of the oldest and most active members of the Wayland Swim and Tennis club where he played weekly tennis games until his eighties and was affectionately known as the “Mayor.”

Howard and Susie loved to travel and were fortunate to have travelled around the world. He loved to play Poker and Gin and enjoyed weekly card games for over 60 years with his oldest and dearest friends. He was a sports enthusiast and die-hard Red Sox fan. Over the decades, he and Susie enjoyed hosting many gatherings, which often included his famous Caesar’s salad, chicken chili and ice-cold martinis.

Howard was a natural salesman, enjoying a long and successful career with London Fog. When that chapter ended, he and Susie teamed up as sales reps, traveling across New England, selling beautiful crafts and jewelry to small businesses, and making countless friends along the way.

He will be missed dearly by all who knew him, especially his daughters.

Services will be held at 11 am at Congregation Or Atid, Tuesday, April 22, 2025, 97 Concord Rd, Wayland, MA. Followed by Burial at North Cemetery, Old Sudbury Rd., Wayland, MA. Donations in his memory may be made to Make-A-Wish Foundation of Massachusetts and Rhode Island, 133 Federal St., 2nd Fl., Boston, MA 02110 or Wayland Swim and Tennis Club, PO Box 315, Wayland, MA 01778. For full obituary notice please visit www.brezniakfd.com

Joan Raphael Katz, 88, passed away Tuesday, April 15, 2025 surrounded by her family in Boston. Joan was a resident of Newton since 1968 and was a trailblazer in clinical social work in Massachusetts. She worked in the criminal justice system for decades, advocating for her clients on the witness stand, in prisons and to attorneys and public defenders in the state. Joan was an avid reader, with a passion for mysteries and loved attending the August annual mystery writer’s conference in England. She had an insatiable thirst for travel, art, culture and the diversity of the world. She was passionate for women’s rights, civil rights and the protection of animals. She was fiercely loyal to her family and friends. She raised two sons, with her husband Sanford Noah Katz, who preceded her in death in February of 2024. She was incredibly proud of her family, son Daniel Katz of New York and his wife Meg Parsont and son Andy Katz of Newport, RI, and his wife Denise Padilla. Joan always loved to discuss her beloved and devoted grandchildren, Lucia and Salvador Katz. A service celebrating Joan Katz’s life will be held at 10:30 a.m., Friday, April 18, 2025 at Temple Shalom, 175 Temple St., Newton, MA. Burial service to follow.

An Angel Went to Heaven.

Bryna (Levine) Curley passed away April 16, 2025 at age 84. She was the wife of Steve Curley and mother of Brad (Karen) and Joy (Joe Kempfer). She leaves her two perfect grandchildren, Isaac and Molly Curley. Bryna was the daughter of the late Harry and Sylvia Levine and grew up in Dorchester and Newton, MA. She graduated from Newton High School and started college at Boston University until she and Steve got serious. Dating led to engagement and then to a wedding in May of 1961. Bryna was a great wife and mother. She cared for Brad and Joy and had to take care of Steve as well. Their love for over 65 years was what commitment was supposed to be.

Bryna worked for IBM on a machine that today, nobody knows but was the rage back in the early 60’s. She was thrilled to be paid “$100 clear”. She worked in banking with Bank of Boston and enjoyed her time as an ombudsman at the Senior Living Village of Farm Pond. She was sweet. She was an angel. She was fine. She was dignified. She had impeccable taste in everything from clothing to jewelry to antiques. It was antiques that made her happy. She was an expert and had a great reputation in the industry in Glass and China. Bryna did antique shows where she bought and sold and was respected for her knowledge.

There was no one that knew Bryna that didn’t love her. She never offended anyone and was everyone’s friend. She was, as her husband called her, a China Doll. The family wants to recognize the love, support, and assistance Bryna was afforded at Mary Ann Morse Nursing facility in Natick by all the nurses and aides in the Birch Section.

Funeral service at Temple Beth Am, 300 Pleasant St., Framingham, MA on Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 11:30 am. Interment will follow at Shepetovka Cemetery (Baker St., West Roxbury).

Memorial observance will be at the Hampton Inn, 319 Speen St., Natick, MA 3-5 pm & 6-8 pm, continuing Wednesday, April 23 from 5-8 pm.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Bryna’s memory may be made to the charity of your choice.

Betsy Marjorie Arnold Abrams—adored mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend— died April 16 at Newbridge in Dedham at the age of 82.

Born in Worcester, she raised her family in Newton and summered in Ogunquit, Maine, where neighbors waved as she drove through town with her dog Claude  in her red Mini Coop convertible.

Betsy was funny, warm, and totally down to earth; it would not be an exaggeration to say she was liked by everyone she met. An avid traveler, gardener, reader, and supportive friend, Betsy was a longtime volunteer at the Parent Child Home Program in Watertown, where she worked with the parents and children of immigrant families, helping them understand the American culture and learn English.

She leaves her son and daughter Matthew and Robin Abrams, her grandchildren Zachary, Jack and Logan Abrams of Brookline and brother Mark Arnold of East Dennis.

She was predeceased by her parents Anthony and Marjorie Arnold and her brother Richard Arnold.

A special thank you to the staff at Newbridge, who will miss her along with everyone whose life she touched.  She was the best.

Donations in Betsy’s memory can be made to The MSPCA (support.mspca.org) and Autism Speaks (autismspeaks.org).

A celebration of Betsy’s life will be held at a later date.

Mrs. Amy Arman Cohen, born in New Haven, CT in 1926, passed away peacefully on April 15th, 2025 at the age of 98.

She was high school valedictorian, graduating at 16 years old and then went to college at American International College.  She met Leo Cohen on a blind date, and he knew immediately that he would marry her.  Amy went back to school in her 40’s to earn her Masters in Social Work from Simmons College. She loved being a therapist and was proud of the work she did.

Amy was a lover of books and a lifelong learner, studying religion, philosophy, and psychology into her 90s.

She adored being a savta (grandmother) and savta rabah (great-grandmother).  Always looking for ways to give back to her community, Amy was a lifetime member of both Hadassah and Temple Israel’s Sisterhood.

She is survived by her children Phil, Sandy, and Ronni; brother Charlie; 6 grandchildren; and 5 great-grandchildren.

A graveside service will take place Friday, April 18, 2025 at 10:45 am at Sharon Memorial Park, 40 Dedham St., Sharon, MA.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to PJ Library: pjlibrary.org/donate

Constance “Connie” (Coe) Holsberg lived her life with fierce determination until her final day on April 13, 2025. Growing up in Dorchester, MA, she was a proud first generation American and an only child raised by her single mother, grandparents and aunt and uncle.

Connie was a strong believer in education and received a nursing degree from Beth Israel Hospital. After earning two bachelor’s degrees, Connie then became a Family Nurse Practitioner and spent most of her career at University of Mass Boston, Student Health Center. She touched so many lives with her medical knowledge, kindness and adventurous spirit. While in nursing school, on a blind date, she met her husband, Joel. Even though she said that she would not give him a second date, he won her over and they had a wonderful life together for almost 60 years until his passing in 2022. Their love for travel took them to many countries, on amazing adventures, and introduced them to wonderful people with whom they enjoyed during their snowbird seasons in Mexico and Florida.

Connie survived multiple cancer diagnosis and lived with Parkinson’s Disease for 13 years. Connie leaves behind two daughters, including Michelle, a son-in-law, and granddaughter.

Graveside services will take place Monday April 21, 2025, at 1:45pm at Sharon Memorial Park, 40 Dedham St., Sharon, MA.

The family asks that in-lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to a charity of your choosing or the Dana Farber Cancer Institute.

Lampert, Chicki (Gordon), of Newton, MA formerly of Boynton Beach, FL, passed away April 12, 2025. Beloved wife for 56 years of the late Sidney Lampert. Devoted mother of Steven Lampert & Anita Feins, Scott & Sharon Lampert, S. Randy Lampert, Spencer & Diane Lampert. Cherished grandmother of Sam Lampert & Jennifer Moisi, Ben Lampert & Courtney Nobile, Stephen & Hailee Tellier, Matthew & Kerrian Lampert, Wendy Lampert, Benjamin & Elizabeth Stein, Brian & Amanda Meltzer, Alexander & Jennifer Lampert, and Fernando & Taylor Lampert-Ventura. Proud great grandmother of Joanna Lampert-Moisi, Gabriel Lampert-Moisi, Hugh Lampert, Boyd Lampert, Lily Tellier, Zoey Tellier, Sydney Lampert, Bryce Lampert, Olivia Stein, Reid Meltzer, Wesley Meltzer, and Sienna Lampert. Loving sister of Allen Gordon and Harold Gordon. Funeral service at Temple Israel, 477 Longwood Ave., Boston, MA (parking on the Riverway), on Wednesday, April 16, 2025, at 1:00 pm. Interment to follow at Agudath Israel Cemetery, 776 Baker St., West Roxbury, MA. Memorial observance following interment will be held at Temple Israel, Boston. In lieu of flowers, donations in Chicki’s memory may be made to the American Cancer Society, or Temple Israel, Boston.

We are heartbroken to share that Sy Demsky passed away peacefully on April 9, 2025, just nine days before his 93rd birthday. He was surrounded by love in his final moments—his devoted wife of 63 years, Hilda Green Demsky, was by his side, along with their children, Brad and Michele Demsky (and grandchildren Maxwell, Zachary, and Jacob), and Jordana and Larry Alford (and grandchildren Arielle and Mikayla).

Sy lived a life rich in love—both deeply given and abundantly received.

Sy lived a life overflowing with love, purpose, and generosity. To know Sy was to feel deeply cared for—he gave of himself wholeheartedly, always placing others’ needs before his own. More than 40 years ago, Sy was diagnosed with serious heart issues and told he would be living with a heart functioning at only 20%. But anyone who knew him understood—the other 80% was made up of pure love. Love he gave, and love he received, from everyone whose life he touched.

Sy’s passion for helping others never wavered, and his life’s work was a true reflection of that enduring commitment. A pioneer in the field of opioid addiction treatment, Sy spent over 40 years at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York running the methadone clinic, where he changed countless lives. Long before addiction was understood as a disease, Sy was already advocating for those struggling, leading with compassion and science. He held a master’s degree in psychology from NYU and brought both intellect and heart to his mission. Until his final day, he served as the president of Stop Stigma Now, a nonprofit committed to ending the shame surrounding addiction. He also proudly led NDRI, continuing to drive change and hope in the recovery community.

Sy’s journey was as colorful and rich as the life he built. Before dedicating himself to psychology, he served our country during the Korean War, spent time working on a kibbutz in Israel with the early Chalutzim, taught gym and served as a dean in the New York City school system, and even owned a coffee shop in the West Village. As a young man in the 1940s, he played shortstop and second base for the New York Yankees farm team, chasing his dream of becoming a professional baseball player.

It was while working as a dean that he met Hilda, an art teacher. Together, they built a life grounded in love, shared values, and the spirit of Tikun Olam—the commitment to healing and improving the world. Their home was always full of warmth, laughter, and fresh flowers—Sy’s passion for gardening never waned. Whether in a house or a small apartment, he continued to plant and nurture beauty wherever he went, just as he did with people.

Sy was predeceased by his beloved siblings, Irving and Diane Demsky, and their memory, like his, continues to be a blessing.

Sy leaves behind a legacy of compassion, resilience, and love. He taught us all what it means to give—to family, to community, and to the world.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Stop Stigma Now, an organization that carries forward Sy’s life mission.

The world is better because you were in it, Sy. We will miss you deeply.

The world will miss you Sy.

In lieu of flowers please make donations to  https://www.stopstigmanow.org/donate/#donate_id

Graveside service will be held Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at  10:30 am at  Adath Jeshurun  Cemetery, 350 Grove Street West Roxbury, MA.

Shiva will be on Tuesday from the interment to 4 PM and then resume from 6:30 to 8:30 PM

Wednesday 2 PM to 5 PM and then resume 6:30 to 8:30 PM.

Paula C. Bartlett, of Boston, MA, formerly of Beverly, entered into rest on Sunday, March 30^th.

Born in Salem, MA she was the daughter of the late Dr. Wilbur Stone & late Frances Stone.

Although Paula was a career attorney, those who knew her would argue that she should have been a global food-blogger as she frequented the many delicious restaurants around Boston and beyond…where you would also find her watching her treasured Boston sports teams, the Celtics or Red Sox.

Paula adored her family and friends, and of course, her dogs who gave her so much joy and comfort. 

Paula is survived by her one and only favorite sister, Martha “Mucky” Stone of Long Beach, CA, as well as her beloved daughters Amy Lovseth of Hong Kong; and Sarah A. Bartlett of NYC and her husband Rohit Thapliyal and their son, Rohan.

 If you would like to donate in the memory of Paula Bartlett please do so at the ASPCA: https://secure.aspca.org

A link to view the service recording can be found here.

Judith Ann Levy, 89, passed away on April 6, 2025 at Trustbridge Care Center in West Palm Beach, Florida. Judith—known to most as Judy—was born on August 5, 1935 in Boston, Massachusetts.

Judy is survived by her husband, Allyn Levy; her four children, Robin Wolpow (spouse Marc Wolpow), Scott Slater (spouse Kay Slater), Lauren Slater, and Tracy Slater (spouse Toru Hoshino); her eight grandchildren, Nina Rosborough, Julie Wolpow, Thomas Wolpow, Clara Alexander, Lucas Alexander, Ben Slater, Hanna Slater, and Elli Hoshino; her two great grandchildren, Hugh and Isobel Rosborough, as well as her sister Ellen Fisher.

As a young adult, Judy was impacted by the plight of European Jewry during World War II. Her concern led her to dedicate the next fifty years of her life to supporting the Jewish community worldwide. She served as Birthright Israel Chairman of Palm Beach County and Florida from 2013–2022, and Emeritus member from 2022 to the present. She was past president, campaign chairman, and major gifts chairman of the Jewish Federation of Palm Beach, past board member of the Joint Distribution Committee, and past United Jewish Appeal National Women’s President and Campaign Chair.

In 2012, Judy was awarded the Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County’s 2012 Kipnis Wilson/Friedland Award (Lion of Judah honor) for her outstanding leadership and dedication. She was a passionate and intrepid traveler, leading missions to Israel, Cuba, Argentina, Brazil, and the Former Soviet Union.

She attended Pine Manor College and Tufts University.

A funeral service will be held at Sharon Memorial Park Chapel, 40 Dedham St., Sharon, MA on Wednesday, April 16, at 10:00 am.  Interment will follow.  Donations in Judy’s memory can be made to the Birthright Israel Foundation.

Robert M. Sawyer of Tisbury, MA passed away peacefully on Friday, April 4, 2025 at his home on Martha’s Vineyard. He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Kathleen “Sam” Sawyer, and his five children, Robert Sawyer (Marla Kushner), James Sawyer (Athena Sawyer), Kimberly Lindsey (Eric Lindsey), David Sawyer (Elizabeth Entenman), and Michael Sawyer (Talita Ferreira). He was a proud and loving grandfather to seven grandchildren.

Robert was born in 1937 to David and Thelma Sawyer in Brookline, MA, where he was raised with his siblings Jerry Sawyer, Sandra Kurson, and the late Kenneth Sawyer. After graduating from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, he relocated to Chicago to pursue new business ventures.

Robert was a respected real estate expert, practitioner, educator, and author. He ran Sawyer Realty Group, a real estate company, in Chicago in the 1970s and 80s and developed numerous condominium conversion projects — some of the first of their kind in the city. One development led to a landmark court case, Sawyer v. Jarvis, which was taken all the way to the Supreme Court of Illinois and judged in his favor — a case that has been referenced ever since in real estate education.

One of Robert’s more unique real estate developments was the structure that supports one of Boston’s most notable icons — the famous CITGO sign in Kenmore Square. For decades, he served as the owner and steward of the structure of the sign, overseeing its upkeep and ensuring that it continued to remain standing. For Boston residents, the CITGO sign is more than just an advertisement; it’s an iconic part of the city skyline, familiar to residents and Red Sox fans around the globe.

After relocating to Martha’s Vineyard in the 1980s, Robert bought The New England Spice Company, a wholesaler and distributor of herbs and spices based out of Dorchester, combining his business and finance skills with his love of spicy food. He also created Dukes Academy, which offered real estate education, and authored the 2008 book Massachusetts Real Estate: Principles, Practices, and Law.

In addition to real estate, Robert was an entrepreneur involved in many business ventures over the years. One of his last projects was creating The Barn Bowl & Bistro, a nationally-recognized restaurant and bowling alley on Martha’s Vineyard.

Robert’s greatest fulfillment came from spending time with his family and helping others. He served as a county commissioner of The County of Dukes County, MA, consulted pro bono to help people achieve the dream of home ownership, and advocated for numerous affordable housing developments on Martha’s Vineyard. 

Graveside service will be held 9:45 am, Sunday April 6, 2025 at Sharon Memorial Park, 40 Dedham St., Sharon, MA. Please assemble at the rear of the administration building.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to The Cape Cod Healthcare Foundation: CCHC Foundation, P.O. Box 370, Hyannis Port, MA, 02601.

Sidney Joseph Friedman, April 3, 2025. Sidney was born into the loving family of Eleanor and William Friedman, sister Miriam Schwab, and brother William Friedman, Jr. He attended Greenwood Grade school, and Roosevelt Junior and Senior High School. In high school he enjoyed basketball and creating the Senior Frolics. He attended Princeton where he majored in English and graduated summa cum laude in both English and the humanities. Sidney did graduate work at the University of Iowa in the department of speech and dramatic art. He completed a MA degree in directing and PH D in dramatic theory. In his second year he married his childhood neighbor, Margo. Their daughter Lisa was born, and the family moved to Saint Louis where Sidney became a Professor at Washington University. There he collaborated with Princeton classmate, Richard Palmer, in creating a new performing arts program. In St. Louis, his son Mark was born.

Seeing the opportunity to work in a pre-professional program, he moved to Boston in 1981, taking a position in the School of Theatre at Boston University where he first taught acting and directing. He then collaborated in the creation of a new program called Theatre Arts for students whose interests were in theatre but spanned beyond that. He also completed over 100 plays directed, some invited to be remounted at the Kennedy Center. Occasionally, to keep himself honest, he acted under other directors. Retiring in 2018, he wrote a one man show about encountering his family’s Holocaust survivors.

Sidney is survived by his wife Margo, daughter and son-in-law Lisa and Philip Miller, grandchildren Isaiah, Leah, and Lila Miller. Son, Mark and daughter in law Alex Friedman and grandchildren Jacob and Theo Friedman, sister-in-law Johnnie Friedman. Brother and sister-in-law Richard and Linda Friedman and the late Brian Friedman. Also survived by many nieces, nephews and cousins.

He is remembered by a relative as “possessing wisdom that comes from an authentic life well-lived. He had quiet strength and a stoic demeanor.” He was loving, brilliant, patient, witty, inclusive, creative, strong, motivated and compassionate. He was revered by family, students, colleagues and friends alike. A true renaissance man.

Funeral service will be held at 10:30 am Monday, April 7, 2025 at Temple Beth Elohim, 10 Bethel Rd., Wellesley, MA. Burial will follow at Woodlawn Cemetery, 148 Brook St., Wellesley, MA. Donations in his memory may be made to Dana Farber (c/o Dr. Ann LaCasce), The Sidney Friedman Prize – Boston University School of Theatre or Temple Beth Elohim.

Evelyn “Evi” Shumsky 89, of Cambridge, MA, passed peacefully on April 3, 2025 after a long illness. Born in Mattapan, MA on April 11, 1935, Evi is survived by her loving husband Jack, sons David and wife Emily, Robert and partner Nora Madjar, grandchildren Benjamin, Elliot, Autumn, and Lyra. Evi was the daughter of the late Boris and Beatrice Shambad, and sister to the late Laurene Levy and sister-in-law to the late Harold Levy.

“Giving To Others” was Evi’s motto. She always deflected compliments and strove to help others. She had many gifts, including organizational skills learned from her mother and artistic talents from her father. She obtained a bachelor’s degree from the School of the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston and Tufts University, and a Masters in Art Education from Syracuse University. Her first career was as a gifted art teacher and Director of Art Education in the Binghamton, NY school system. Later she retrained to have a second career in electronic, optical and architectural drafting. Of these many endeavors one stands out above the others, raising a family. From the time her children were infants until she became a grandmother, she nurtured children and emphasized honesty, integrity, responsibility, generosity, kindness, and creativity, all with humor and compassion. She also applied this approach to dealing with Jack – not an easy task. In her Belmont neighborhood, she established block parties and community yard sales that continue to this day.

A graveside service will be held at the Mohliver Cemetery, 776 Baker Street, West Roxbury, MA on Monday, April 7 at noon.

Gifts in her memory may be made to the following or a charity of your choice.

Planned Parenthood League of Massachusetts,
https://www.plannedparenthood.org/planned-parenthood-massachusetts

WGBH
https://donate.wgbh.org/wgbh/donate

Guntram Bernhard Mueller  1941-2025

Guntram was born in Germany in 1941 during an air raid. The experience living in war-torn Germany led him to dedicate the rest of his life to working for peace and nuclear non-proliferation. Even with this traumatic beginning, he lived his life with a sense of joy and laughter.

He loved his students at both Boston State College and UMass Lowell, where he started Math Challenge.

He was surrounded by the love of his wife Edith (Aronowitz) Mueller, his daughter Ariadne and her late wife, Tina (z”l), his 5 grandchildren Adele, Vito, Michele, Francesco, and Lucca Maiorano, and his extended family and close friends.

Funeral service Friday, April 4, 2025 at 11 am in the Chapel at Newton Cemetery, 791 Walnut St., Newton, MA.  Interment following service.

Shiva observance at the home of Ariadne Mueller on Saturday from 6-8 pm and Sunday from 1-4 pm.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Oxfam.

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Shirley T. Wise, 92 yrs, of Newton, passed on March 25, 2025, joining her beloved husband David M. Wise. She is the daughter of the late Lillian (Golden) Applebaum and sister of the late Barbara Malfy. She was also the beloved mother of Betsy (Steve Cohen) and Howard (Janice) and the late Peter (Terry Wilson). Shirley was also the grandmother of Scott Barczewski (Nicole), Dana Barczewski (JD), David, Luke and Samuel Wise, Nicole Johnston and Max Wise (Marissa). She is survived by 8 great grandchildren.

Shirley was born in Dorchester but would say her life began when she met “my David”, the love of her life. Her happiest days were when she moved into the attic of the Wise house with her new husband. There were many Wises and one bathroom, yet she boasted that there were never fights. That was the way she and her husband conducted themselves, always. Her children swear their parents never fought in front of them.

Shirley and David raised three children in Framingham and the Waban section of Newton MA. They reveled in their children’s, grandchildren’s and great grandchildren’s lives. They bought a beautiful home in Falmouth MA and had many happy long weekends with their family and Cape friends. She was a “super mom” volunteering at Hadassah, in Children’s Hospital and, for the Children’s Hospital League.

When tragedy struck and David died young in 1988, and her son Peter passed in 1999, Shirley faced challenges but always carried herself with grace. She would pull herself together, snap her fingers and announce “Showtime!” Eventually she moved to Florida, where she lived in Boca Raton. She improved her golf game and would always “putt for dough.” Some of her favorite memories included teaching her grandson Scott to golf, the Passover potato eating challenge and bargains.

Shirley might have been 5 feet tall but she carried herself with twice the stature, like someone that “owned the place.”  She loved travel and saw much of the world in her later years. She loved old movies and was an avid follower of the news. She sought out intelligent conversation and would often engage strangers in conversation. Above all she was ferociously proud of her kids, grandkids and great grandkids that could do no wrong.

Her funeral was held on Thursday, March 27, 2025 at Sharon Memorial Park. The service was livestreamed. The link to view the funeral can be found at www.brezniakfd.com. In lieu of flowers, donations in Shirley’s memory may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital www.stjude.org , or the charity of your choice.

Edward B. Weiner, aged 92, of Tewksbury, MA passed away peacefully March 30, 2025 at Care Dimensions Hospice after a brief illness.  Beloved husband of Sally for nearly 49 years.  Beloved father to Paul Jay (Kelly) Weiner of Lowell, MA and Lee Hope (Scott) McIver of Kingston, MA and Step-father of Deborah Ciano of Tewksbury, MA and Patrick Thompson, of Clinton, MA. Loving grandfather of eight and great-grandfather of two.  He was a son, father, grandfather, uncle and friend.

He had a long career at Polaroid Corporation and retired in 1995.  He had a love of traveling inspired by his service in the Navy.  He traveled to many different places around the world, sometimes revisiting locations multiple times.  He took all his children and grandchildren to Disney world and his last big trips were to China with Sally and to Spain with his friend, Bob.

Edward was pre-deceased by all his siblings whom he missed greatly.  He was also recently pre-deceased by his life-long friend, Lester Levenbaum.  He is survived by his life-friends Bob Waldorf and Bob Daniels.

He loved a good joke and on any given day he would send a joke, by email, text, or post on social media.  He never forgot a joke and even once won a competition on a cruise ship for the best comedian. Right up until the end he was still cracking jokes.

Edward enjoyed a good steak without anything on it, because why ruin it with a topping? He also enjoyed Chinese food especially at the Golden Gate in Chinatown.  Every week for years he would travel to the Chelsea to have pizza and beer with his brother-in-law John and late sister-in-law Lesley.

We wish to acknowledge the wonderful care provided by all the doctors, nurses, physical therapists, surgeons, and social workers at Winchester Hospital, during his last month in patient as well as the care provided by Care Dimensions, albeit a brief overnight stay.

Graveside services will be held Thursday, April 3^rd, at Temple Israel Cemetery, 492 North Ave., Wakefield, MA 01880 at 11 a.m. Friends and family are welcome. Please join us immediately following the service to enjoy some Chinese food to celebrate Edward’s long life.In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the American Cancer Society or a charity of your choice.

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Daniel P. Kunitz passed away surrounded by family on March 31, 2025. Beloved husband of the late Joan Kunitz (née Molner) for 63 years. Devoted father of Robin (Eitan) Cohen, Laurel (Marvin) Simkovich, and David (JoAnn) Kunitz. Dear grandfather of Amir Cohen, Naomi Cohen BenGigi, Yair Cohen, Aaron Simkovich, Shoshana Simkovich, Elisha Simkovich, Yaakov Simkovich, and Suzy Roche. He leaves 14 wonderful great grandchildren. Loving brother of the late Michael Kunitz. He also leaves behind many loving nieces, nephews, extended family, dearest friends, and former students. Dan was an acclaimed and passionate public school teacher for over 50 years. Funeral to take place on Wednesday April 2, 2025 at 11:30 am at Temple Shalom, 175 Temple St., Newton, MA, followed by burial in Shara Tfilo Cemetery, 776 Baker St. West Roxbury, MA. Shiva will commence at the Kunitz residence Wednesday afternoon April 2, 2025 at 3:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to The Newton Food Pantry, 1000 Commonwealth Avenue, Newton, MA 02459.

Victor Stanley Ostrower died on March 30, 2025 in Brookline, MA. Victor was the beloved husband of Valerie Ostrower, son of Joseph and Ann Ostrower, brother of Gary Ostrower, father of Matthew, Daniel, Samuel, and Jessica Ostrower, and grandfather of Cory, Adina, Joshua, Duncan, Gabriel, Simon, Alex, Solomon, and Frances. Victor died peacefully at home, surrounded by loved ones, after a brave and dignified fight with pancreatic cancer.

Victor devoted his life to the care and healing of others, through a long career in gastroenterology and hepatology. He was especially known for his kindness, personal touch, and attentiveness to the non-medical aspects of care. When he occasionally took his children to visit his places of work, they were regaled by nurses, doctors, and staff about how wonderful, kind, and loving he was to patients and colleagues alike. Victor gave special attention to those patients nearing the end of their lives and prided himself on helping them and their families find agency, peace, and dignity in their final moments. In the end, he modeled his teachings.

Victor was a devoted husband. He never hesitated to tell anyone who would listen that he was punching way above his weight and fully appreciated his luck. He doted on Valerie at every turn.

He reveled in beauty, both natural wonders and the arts. He was a photographer, an avid participant in the classical music scene, an awful cello player, and an avid museum goer. He was famous for getting verklempt when he described any of these. He shared this love with his family through many vacations to the national parks and great cities, creating cherished memories–and interminable slideshows–that his family recounts passionately and will pass enthusiastically from generation to generation.

Whether you were a family member, a lifelong friend, or someone he just met at the supermarket or coffee shop, you knew Victor as an easy conversationalist, a vivid storyteller, and a spreader of good cheer. His broad smile, easy manner, and natural gregariousness were signs of his implicit trust in others and boundless ability to find joy in any moment.

His warmth and selflessness will be missed by all those fortunate enough to have known him.

Funeral services will be held on Friday, April 4, 2025 at 10:30 AM at Temple Isaiah, 55 Lincoln Street, Lexington, MA. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations be made in Victor’s honor to the American Cancer Society or ACLU.

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It is with profound sadness that we announce the death of Eve Goldberg, 46. She was the beloved wife of Brian Lynch and the devoted mother to Eleanor, Madeline and Miriam.

Eve is survived by her parents, Sarah and David Goldberg, her sister Jessica Goldberg, her brother and sister-in-law William and Alison Goldberg, and her nieces Lila and Ava Goldberg, Maeve Pospischil and nephew Eamon Pospischil. Also, survived by her mother-in-law and father-in-law Rosemary and Joseph Lynch and brother-in-law David Pospischil and sister-in-law Jo-Anne Lynch.

Eve was a graduate of George Washington University and the Harvard University School of Education and worked as the Director of Research at the Center for Collaborative Education.

A Funeral Service will be held on Friday, March 28, 2025 at 11am at Temple Israel, 477 Longwood Ave., Boston, MA. Burial will follow at Beth El Cemetery, 776 Baker St., West Roxbury, MA. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation in Eve’s memory to support the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute or the Boston Education Fund.

Richard William Barrett, age 56, of Concord, MA died Sunday, March 23, 2025.

Graveside services will be held Wednesday, March 26, 2025 at 1 PM at Beit Olam East Cemetery, 42 Concord Road, Wayland.

Shiva at the residence of beloved wife, Nancy and cherished children, William and Natalie will be Wednesday March 26, immediately following service until 8 pm; Thursday and Friday from 3-8PM.

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Suzanne “Sippy” Olarsch

1961 – 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Suzanne “Sippy” Olarsch on March 18, 2025, at the age of 63 in Herzliya, Israel, surrounded by her loving sons and brothers.

Sippy was born in Boston, MA to Jules and Sara “Sukky” Seletz. She grew up in Newton, MA and spent much of her time with her immediate and extended family, often at her Nana Ethel and Papa Jack’s home which was always filled with many other family members she loved to be around. From Shabbat dinners to family vacations, she loved the laughs shared and memories made, with her brothers, Carl, Jay, and Andrew.

Following a middle school winter break volunteering at a local hospital, Sippy was inspired to pursue her education in Physical Therapy. After graduating from Newton South High School with honors in 1978 where she made many lifelong friends, she attended Ithaca College, completing her undergraduate degree in 1982. She then worked as a Physical Therapist in the Boston area fulfilling her childhood passion. Sippy further continued her studies at Boston University, receiving her Master of Science in Applied Anatomy and Physiology/Exercise Physiology.

In 1987, Sippy married Marc Olarsch and they had their first son, Matthew, one year later in Lynn, MA. After moving to Tulsa, OK in 1989, they had their second son, Max, in 1992. Sippy and Marc then moved with their family to Gainesville, FL where they lived for many happy years. There she developed lasting friendships and many memories.

In 2004, following a divorce, Sippy moved with Matthew and Max back to the Boston area to be closer to her mother Sukky and family while she completed her Doctorate in Geriatric Rehabilitation Science at Boston University.

After receiving this advanced degree, Sippy continued her career as an Executive Director in the Home Health industry, working tirelessly to ensure her clients would have the best quality of life within the comfort of their home. She eventually managed care services across the eastern half of the United States.

Following her love for the sea, Sippy made a move to Gloucester, MA in 2020 where she settled into marina life. Embracing the coastal culture, she established close and enduring friendships, and loved sharing her life there with her family and friends.

In July 2024, her love for family inspired her to make “Aliyah” and move to Israel to be close to her recently born grandchildren.

Above all, she greatly loved her family and made sure to instill this in her sons, Matthew and Max. Sippy loved to travel, ski, play tennis, spend time at the beach, and cook or eat with friends and family. Her smile and laughter brightened every room she walked into. She will be deeply missed and forever remembered for her compassion, determination, intelligence, and vivacious spirit.

Sippy is survived by her beloved mother Sukky Seletz, her sons Matthew and Max Olarsch, her grandsons Boaz and Ido Olarsch, and her brothers Carl, Jay, and Andrew Seletz.

Funeral services will be held on Thursday, March 27th at 10:00 AM at Temple Reyim in Newton, MA, followed by a graveside ceremony at Adath Jeshurun Cemetery in West Roxbury, MA.

Shiva will be observed at the home of Sippy’s mother, Sukky Seletz, in Chestnut Hill:

• Thursday, March 27th from 1:30 PM – 5 PM and 6 PM – 8 PM
• Friday, March 28th from 1 PM – 4 PM
• Sunday, March 30th from 11 AM – 2 PM and 6 PM – 8 PM

The home is located on a private lane where public parking is not allowed, please park on the surrounding streets.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Humane Society of North Central Florida, where Sippy adopted her beloved dog, Jack.

Michael Marcus of Lake Worth, Florida, formerly of Jericho, New York, was a dedicated and loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, teacher, Hebrew tutor, and a friend to thousands.  Michael passed away on March 21, 2025 at the age of 82 after an enduring battle with pancreatic cancer.

Michael was born in Brooklyn, New York to Rae and Sydney Marcus on March 25, 1942. Even in his 80s, if you spoke with him, you knew he was from Brooklyn. He graduated from Erasmus Hall High School, and went on to earn an undergraduate degree in business from New York University’s Stern School of Business. He was the first in his family to graduate from a four year university. Michael also received a Master’s Degree in Education from City College in New York.

Michael worked as a public school teacher at PS 147, also in Brooklyn, while simultaneously working as the Director of Youth at Temple Emanuel of Great Neck. To support his family, Michael also tutored children in preparation for their Bar/Bat Mitzvahs and officiated more than one hundred Bar/Bat Mitzvahs and multiple weddings.

Michael leaves behind his wife of 60 years, Roberta Marcus (Jacobs) and his two children, Tamara Fox (son-in-law Joshua Fox) of Sudbury, Massachusetts and Kenneth Marcus of Hempstead, New York as well as his cherished grandchildren, Madison Fox and Benjamin Fox, his sister Sandra Chastain and countless friends from Valencia Shores in Lake Worth, Florida.  He is predeceased by his parents and his older brother Melvin Marcus.

First and foremost, Michael enjoyed spending time with his family. However, as a semi and then complete retiree in Florida in his 70s, Michael became an avid pickleball player, often playing several hours per day, 6-7 days per week.  Likewise, he enjoyed playing cards and dominoes with his friends in Florida and going on vacations with family and friends.  Michael worked 6-7 days per week for over a half century, but he had many rewarding years to unwind, travelling back and forth between his homes in Lake Worth, Florida, and Hudson, Massachusetts.

A funeral service and celebration of Michael’s life is being held at the Chabad Jewish Center of Sudbury, 100 Horse Pond Rd., Monday, March 24, 2025 at 1pm followed by a burial at the New Town Cemetery located at 357 Concord Road, Sudbury. Shiva observance will be held at Roberta and Michael’s residence until 8:00 PM. Shiva will continue from 4:00PM to 8:00PM on Tuesday, March 25, 2025.

In lieu of flowers, a donation may be made to The Pap Corps (champions for cancer research).

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SCHLAGER, S. Lawrence, 90, of Palm Beach, Florida, on March 17, 2025. Beloved husband of 66 years to Judith (Poorvu). Son of the late Joseph H. Schlager and Beatrice (Todrin) Schlager. Brother of Arnold Schlager of Newton, Mass. and Judith (Schlager) Busny of Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. Devoted father of Robert Schlager and his wife Amy; Eric Schlager and his wife Beth; and Joan (Schlager) Weinsten and her husband Mark. Cherished grandfather of Scott and Spencer Schlager; Andrew (Aaron Su), Katie, Allie, and Charlie Schlager; and Melanie, Nicole, and Alexandra Weinsten. Funeral will be held Wednesday, March 19, at 10:00am at Temple Israel, 477 Longwood Ave, Boston (parking on Riverway). Private interment will follow at Sharon Memorial Park. Memorial observance will be held Wednesday, March 19, 2025 from 2-5 p.m., and 7-9 pm. at Mandarin-Oriental, Boston, 776 Boylston Street, Boston. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the Dale Adler Master Clinician Fund at Brigham and Women’s Hospital, 75 Francis Street, Boston, MA 02115 or MorseLife Hospice, 4847 David S. Mack Drive, West Palm Beach, FL 33417

Jack Turgel was born in Montreal, Canada in April, 1940 to Eastern European immigrants – Samuel and Claire – who were lucky enough to escape the fate that befell many members of their families, who perished in the Holocaust. He went on to study chemistry in college, later starting a company with a partner, which eventually brought him to the United States Shortly thereafter, he met the love of his life, Cheryl Weissman, whom he would marry in December, 1975. Jack and Cheryl settled in Newton, Massachusetts and joined the Temple Emmanuel community to practice their Judaism. Jack eventually sold his chemical company and made a career change to become a trusted insurance advisor to many clients, many of whom he eventually came to call friends. In his later years, Jack became more involved with the Temple Emmanuel brotherhood, serving two terms as its president.

Jack’s interests ranged from politics, about which he was passionate, to history, current events and Jewish studies. He continued his self-teaching throughout his life. He enjoyed playing sports with his kids in their youth, taking them ice skating often, and enjoyed playing chess with his grandchildren.

Jack was a devoted husband and father and was most proud of his family, including his older sister Annette (and her husband Ted and their son Robert); his three children and their spouses – Michael and Charla, Louis and Anna, Daniel and Shoshannah – and his seven grandchildren – Jeremy, Amara, Eli, Jude, Theordore, Finneas and Carmela. And he always delighted in spending time with Cheryl’s large, extended family, whom he considered his own – all of whom will miss him dearly and remember him fondly.

Funeral will be held Tuesday, March 18, 2025 at 1pm at Temple Emanuel, 385 Ward St., Newton, MA.  Interment will follow at Lindwood Memorial Park, Randolph.  Shiva will be observed at the home of Michael and Charla on Wednesday March 19, from 2-4pm and 7-9pm and on Thursday March 20, at Jack’s residence from 2-4pm and 7-9pm.

In lieu of flowers, remembrances in Jack’s memory may be made to Parkinson’s Foundation, www.parkinson.org or to The Michael J. Fox Foundation, www.michaeljfox.org

Marilyn Porter Friedler of Millis, formerly of Natick, passed away on March 16, 2025. Family was the center of Marilyn’s life. Marilyn was the beloved wife of Jerry Friedler and the late Bernard Porter. She was the dedicated mother of Jeff Porter of Boston and Diane Tutin (Richard) of Natick, and the devoted grandmother of Ben and Rachel Porter and Eva Tutin. She was the treasured sister of Trudy Sonis (Stephen) of Wayland. Marilyn was also the loving aunt of several nieces and nephews as well as grand nieces and nephews. Her greatest joy was celebrating family through get togethers and holidays, from Passover to the 4th of July.

Marilyn was playful and young at heart. She was a skilled game and card player and was unbeatable at Scrabble. She enjoyed rides in her convertible and was drawn to the ocean, enjoying vacations at various beach locations. She maintained close connections with her friends from high school but also established a new community in the home she and Jerry shared in Millis with their puppy, Waldo.

Marilyn was artistic and creative, expressing herself through flowers, paints, interior design, and antiques. Educated as a preschool teacher, Marilyn found great enjoyment in children of all ages. She was one of the first teachers at the Temple Israel preschool of Natick, where she and Bernard were founders.

A Funeral Service will be held at Temple Shir Tikva, 141 Boston Post Rd, Wayland, MA, on Wednesday, March 19, 2025, at 2:00 PM. Burial will follow at Temple Emanuel Memorial Park, Randolph, MA. Shiva will be held at the home of Diane and Richard Tutin on Wednesday and Thursday, 6:30-8:30 PM and at the home of Jerry Friedler, Friday, 3:00-5:00 PM.

Remembrances can be made in memory of Marilyn to the Michael J. Fox – Parkinson’s Foundation or to Temple Shir Tikva.

Rena Carmel (Karel) died peacefully at her home in Newton Highlands on March 12, 2025. Rena was born in Poland and survived the Holocaust with her older brother and parents. After the war, she spent several years in a displaced persons (DP) camp in Germany, then made a new life for herself in Boston. Though briefly married, Rena left her husband, raised her daughter on her own, cared for her mother for many years, worked extremely hard throughout her career, and retired at the top of her profession. She was a good daughter and sister, beloved mother, grandmother, and aunt, a respected colleague and manager, and a true friend. Rena enjoyed many happy years after her retirement from Boston City Hospital in the company of her family and friends. Rena’s intelligence, pragmatism, integrity, kindness, sense of humor, and love will be greatly missed. She is survived by her daughter Julia Carmel, grandson David Carmel, nieces Karen Karel and Debra Nardone, and nephew Steven Karel. Rena was predeceased by her parents David and Cila Karel, her brother Marcus Karel, sister-in-law Carolyn Karel, and niece Linda Karel. Donations in Rena’s memory may be made to the Hebrew Immigrant Aid Society (HIAS) or Planned Parenthood.

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Barton M. Adler, 82, of Natick and Brookline, MA, passed away on March 13, 2025, after a brave battle against pancreatic cancer. He was born on November 28, 1942, and raised in Brookline alongside his brothers Benjamin and Richard.

He leaves behind his wife of 42 years, Susan Adler; his son, Jeff Ganz, and daughter-in-law Elizabeth, and their children, Abigail and Harry; his son, Daniel Ganz, and daughter-in-law Ellen, and his children, Juliana, Anthony, Sophia, and Stephen; his son Matthew Ganz and daughter-in-law Kibibi, and their children Eva, Vivienne and Owen; his daughter Joanna Siegal and her children Emma, Samuel and Madeleine; his big brother Richard and a closely knit group of beloved nieces and nephews; predeceased by his oldest brother Bucky (Benjamin).

Over their fifty years together, Bart and Susan fostered a warm and loving environment for their growing family, where they were the center. He was the epitome of a devoted family man, with no equal — dedicated fervently to his twelve grandchildren. To know him was to love him.

He was lovingly cared for and surrounded by those who meant the most to him until the end. We are all the better for knowing him. The beaches of West Dennis will forever be filled with happy memories of him.

Funeral services will be held at Temple Israel 145 Hartford St.  Natick, MA, at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, March 17, 2025, with interment to follow at Mishkan Tefila Memorial Park, West Roxbury, and a shiva service at the family home thereafter until 5:00 p.m.  Shiva services will continue at the family home Tuesday, March 18 through Thursday, March 20 from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m and also from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Donations may be made in Bart’s memory to Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Inc. (Https://DanaFarber.jimmyfund.org).

of Sudbury, MA, formerly of Penfield NY, died peacefully on March 6, 2025. She was predeceased by her husband of 54 years, Dorian Kermisch and leaves behind her son Ron and his wife Alison, daughter Sharon and her husband Randall Martens, grandchildren Benjamin Kermisch and Lena Martens. Nira was born in Jerusalem and earned her law degree from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem and was admitted to the Israeli Bar in 1958. She became a US citizen in 1972 and was admitted to the New York State Bar shortly after. Nira was appointed the first female attorney for the County of Monroe in New York State in 1975. After working for the County for more than a decade, she opened her own civil law practice where she fought for justice for her clients. Nira loved her family fiercely, doted on her pets and enjoyed experiencing the world through travel, food, museums and music.  Memorial contributions can be made to MSPCA-Angell Fund or  Household Goods. Private services will be held.

FAIN, Jane Gloria (Beserosky), age 78, passed away on March 5, 2025, after living courageously with cancer. Loving wife of 53 years to the late Gerald (Jerry) S. Fain. Beloved mother of Lucas S. Fain and Ellice S. Fain; beloved sister-in-law of Stephen Fain and wife Judi; Dianne Zweback and husband Stanley; brother Steven Beserosky; and many nieces and nephews.

Admired by family, friends, and colleagues for her grace, wisdom, and quiet strength, she received the NETA S.E. Crane Distinguished Service Award and state and senatorial commendations for 25 years of service as Transfer Counselor and Coordinator of Transfer Affairs at MassBay and Middlesex CC. Through close work with the Dept. of Higher Ed and appointments at Wentworth IT and UMD College Park, she helped thousands of students pursue their education.

Originally from New Bedford and S. Dartmouth, MA, she was educated at Colby-Sawyer (AAS) and Springfield College (BS, MEd). She had boundless love for the beach and dear friends known as “the Js” from Camp Walt Whitman, Piermont, NH. With Jerry, they travelled the world, including trips to Alaska, Iceland, Hong Kong, and China. Among her many talents, she was a gifted gardener and cook who enjoyed making Friday night dinners and sharing dishes made from her garden.

Funeral service is Sunday, March 9, 2025 at 1PM in the Chapel at Sharon Memorial Park. Shiva following at the family home until 8PM, Monday 6:30-8:30PM.

Donations in her memory may be made to Congregation Agudath Israel’s (Caldwell, NJ) Louis and Millie Fain Camp Scholarship Fund, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, New England Transfer Association, or fund of your choice at Temple Israel, Natick, MA.

Ellen Punch, a devoted mother, free spirit, and beloved friend, passed away peacefully on March 4, 2025, at the age of 74. Her life was a vibrant tapestry of love, laughter, creativity, and compassion.

Born on October 14, 1950, Ellen found her greatest joy in motherhood while building a meaningful career dedicated to helping others. She worked in various compassionate roles, including coordinating nursing care at an Alzheimer’s center, managing financial aid at Wellesley College, and fundraising for United Cerebral Palsy.

A true free spirit, Ellen embraced life with enthusiasm, humor, and a love for the arts. She was a talented artist, expressing herself through calligraphy, collage, and creating funky, eclectic jewelry.

Known for her quick wit and infectious laughter, she had a rare gift for making people feel truly seen and valued. Even in the face of adversity, she faced each challenge with resilience, warmth, and an unwavering positive outlook. Since 1991, she courageously battled multiple sclerosis, inspiring those around her with her strength.

She is survived by her son David Punch and his wife Christina of Walpole, her daughter Baila Punch of Boston, and her cherished grandchildren Aidan, Liam, and Chloe. Ellen was preceded in death by her beloved son Jason.

Burial will be held at Sharon Memorial Park on Thursday, March 6th, at 10:45 AM, followed by shiva/celebration at 119 Woodbine Circle in Needham. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to multiple sclerosis research or Alzheimer’s associations.

Ellen will be remembered for her love, creativity, and boundless spirit. Her light will live on in the hearts of all who knew her.

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Carol Fishman was born in Cambridge, Massachusetts on February 13, 1936.  She graduated from Brookline High School and then from Boston University, with degree in Physical Therapy.  She married Dr. Norton Fishman in 1957 and they lived in Norwood, Massachusetts.

Carol practiced Physical Therapy at Children’s Hospital, treating mostly polio and cerebral palsy patients.  Carol and Norton became devoted and loving parents to four adopted children.  When the children were all in school, Carol continued her education and returned to the workforce in Boston as commercial Interior Designer/Space Planner, eventually opening her own firm.

Carol served on the Norwood Conservation Commission for many years and enjoyed participating in the Norwood Curtain Timers and the Norwood Women’s Club.  She was also a long-time supporter of women’s rights and served on a committee for the Planned Parenthood League of Massachusetts that lead to the opening of the Greater Boston Health Center in Brookline Massachusetts.

Carol was an extremely avid gardener, birder, world traveler, cook, skier, and tennis player.  She was also an enthusiastic, perpetual pottery student. Carol enjoyed most of these activities with her husband and best friend, Norton, who passed in 2023.  Carol also most graciously gave of her time and energy to advance the field of research into the treatment of geriatric patients and those suffering from Cutaneous T-Cell Lymphoma and Leukemia, in the hope of improving the care for others.

Carol Fishman leaves behind her children, Scott Fishman, Robin Borgestedt, and Lauren Petrie, as well as her most cherished grandchildren, Alexander, Sarena, Noa, Hanna, Jonah, Eliya, Solomon, and Bobby; her great-grandchildren, Elizabeth and Thomas; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.  She was also preceded in death by  her life-long friend and sister, Phyllis Adler; and her beloved son, Jeffrey Neil Fishman.  In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Jeffrey Neil Fishman Endowment Fund at Boston Children’s Hospital.

A graveside service and celebration of Carol’s life is being held at Sharon Memorial Park on March 7, 2025 at 12:45 p.m.  Friends and family are welcomed to gather at Carol’s home in Wayland, Massachusetts afterward.

May 15, 1942 – March 3, 2025

Newton, Massachusetts

Dorothy (Dottie) Faberman passed away peacefully surrounded by family on March 3, 2025.  Born in Boston, MA, she grew up in North Conway, NH until age 7, when the family moved to Brookline, MA.  She graduated from Brookline High School and from Boston University with a degree in Psychology.  She was a stay-at-home Mom to her three children and a devoted wife to her husband, Matthew, for 20 years until he passed away in 1985.  She then ran the family printing business for over 20 years until retirement.

Dottie was a devoted member of Congregation Agudat Achim in Leominster, MA, serving as Sisterhood President.  She was known for her love of reading, crossword puzzles, Mah Jongg, and cooking. Her sense of humor complemented her unique ability to make lasting friendships wherever she went.

Dottie was predeceased by her husband Matthew and son Stephen Faberman (2022).  She is survived by her children Robert Faberman and Judy Faberman, daughters-in-law Brenda Faberman and Wendy Faberman, and son-in-law Michael White.  She is also survived by grandchildren Hannah Faberman, Matthew Faberman, Rachel Faberman, Allyson Faberman, and Maris White.

Funeral arrangements:

Funeral services will be held at Temple Israel, 125 Pond St, Sharon, MA on Wednesday March 5, 2025 at 1:00 pm.

Interment immediately following at Sharon Memorial Park, 40 Dedham St, Sharon, MA

Shiva Information:

Shiva will be held at the home of Robert and Brenda Faberman:

Wednesday March 5, 2025 from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm

Thursday March 6, 2025 from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm.

Donations:

Donations in Dottie’s memory may be made to:

Congregation Agudat Achim 268 Washington St, Leominster, MA 01453

Care Dimensions 75 Sylvan St, Suite B-102, Danvers, MA 01923

David S. Rubin, age 80, formerly of Newton, MA, passed away on February 28, 2025. He was the devoted son of the late Harold and Fanny (Freedman) Rubin, loving brother of Barbara Gropman. Funeral services will be private.

Donations can be made to the charity of your choice.

Silver-Ernest A. formerly of Newton, MA and current resident of Delray Beach, FL, and Natick, MA passed away February 28, 2025. Beloved husband of Diane (Dinsfriend) Silver for 57 years. Devoted father of Andrea Burger and her husband Jeffrey, and Stephanie Hirshberg and her husband Philip. Proud grandfather of Ava and Sophie Burger, and Andrew and Joshua Hirshberg. Loving brother of the late Alfred, and Steven Silver.

Ernie was a longtime professor of Business Management at Curry College in Milton, MA. He loved teaching and took great pride in making personal and lasting connections with everyone he met. Ernie was an avid model train enthusiast and master model builder, spending countless hours creating miniature replicas with painstaking detail. His artistic and creative projects also included painting, drawing, and carpentry. A jack-of-all-trades, there was nothing Ernie couldn’t repair with his ingenuity and enormous tool collection. He owned Rome Brothers Hardware in Rockland, MA before pivoting his career to teaching full-time. Ernie very much enjoyed traveling globally with Diane and with loving friends. He loved to tell stories and had a great sense of humor.

Funeral service at Temple Emanuel, 385 Ward St., Newton, MA on Thursday, March 6, 2025 at 11:00 am. Interment to follow at Sharon Memorial Park, 40 Dedham St., Sharon, MA. Memorial observance will be held at the home at Stephanie and Philip Hirshberg, Thursday March 6^th following the interment until 8pm, and on Friday March 7^th from 4pm-8pm.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Ernest’s memory may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association.

Alberta Cohen Endlar died peacefully on February 25, 2025.

Alberta was born on May 28, 1935. She and her sister Sandra were brought up by their Aunt Harriet in Brookline, Massachusetts.  She graduated Brookline High School in 1952 and went on to Wheaton College in Norton, MA, graduating in 1956. She met her late husband, Stephen, at piano lessons when they were growing up in Brookline.  They married in 1957 and stayed in Brookline where they raised their two daughters, Leslie and Laurie.

Alberta was a member of Belmont Country Club where she learned to play golf just after she got married.  She loved the game and became the face of women’s golf for many decades at the club.  She won the Women’s Club Championship 7 times in 4 different decades as well as the President’s Cup.  She won the Women’s Club Championship at the Sugarbush Golf Club 10 years in a row in the mid 1980s to mid 1990s.  She was a fierce competitor who everyone admired.  She was always kind to young golfers who were learning the game and enjoyed taking them under her wing.

In her spare time, she started a company with a close friend called Hang-Ups Unlimited. She designed and created golf accessories which were sold in pro-shops and boutiques around the country.

Alberta was also an avid skier.  In the winter, she spent many years hosting the whole family at her home in Sugarbush, VT, where all four grandchildren learned to ski – a gift they will have forever.   Alberta cooked and orchestrated meals for the entire family every weekend and vacation during the winter.  She made it look so easy.  Everything she put her mind to was done with perfection. Alberta and Stephen also enjoyed traveling the world skiing and playing championship golf courses here and in Europe.

Alberta adored her grandchildren- Derek, Samantha, Jessica and Jeffrey.  They all excelled in sports and Alberta never missed a soccer, lacrosse, squash, baseball or hockey game – rain or shine. Both she and Stephen always attended academic and theater productions at school. They took every opportunity to be involved in each of their lives.  In her later years, she took great joy in spending time with her 3 great-grandchildren, Palmer, Sloane, and Zachary.

Alberta is survived by her daughters, Leslie (Richard) Zetlin and Laurie (Michael) Lee; four grandchildren, Derek (Renee) Zetlin, Samantha (Joe) Fruci, Jessica Lee, and Jeffrey Lee; and 3 great grandchildren, Palmer & Sloane Zetlin and Zachary Fruci; and her sister Sandra Bakalar.

Funeral services will be private.  Shiva will be observed at Belmont Country Club on Sunday, March 2 from 12:30-3:30. In lieu of flowers please consider a donation to Francis Ouimet Scholarship Fund online at www.ouimet.org or send checks noting Alberta’s name made out to: Francis Ouimet Scholarship Fund, 300 Arnold Palmer Blvd., Norton, MA 02766

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In Loving Memory of Michael Alan Rosenberg

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father, grandfather, friend, neighbor, teacher, and coach.  We mourn the loss of Michael “Mike” Rosenberg, a soul who lived a life filled with kindness and wisdom. He was devoted to his family, his community, and his faith.

Mike was born in Brooklyn, New York on March 7, 1949. Throughout his life, he was a true example of Jewish values, embracing the teachings of Torah with love and reverence. His commitment to family, friends, and the Jewish community was unwavering, and he always strived to live a life of integrity and compassion. Mike was an active member of Temple Emunah of Lexington for nearly five decades. He cherished the relationships he built there, particularly with the many students coming of age. His connections with the Jewish community included 36 years at Maimonides School in Brookline where he was devoted to the students, staff, and alumni extending across the globe to his second home in Israel.

Mike was raised in Rutland, Vermont where he was a proud and rowdy member of Thee Guild garage band, where he met the love of his life (55 years of marriage), and where he made deep friendships that he enjoyed until his last days. Mike was an alum of the University of Vermont where he was active in the AEPi fraternity and attended every home Catamount game. He served in the Vermont National Guard after his graduation.

Mike spent most of his adult life in Bedford Massachusetts – the entire town quickly became his family.  He served his community in many ways – most recently on the School Committee, Board of Selectmen, and Bedford Embraces Diversity Committee. Though he was the most passionate about Bedford Athletics – coaching the Astros with fierce commitment, rapturously announcing games from the BHS Press Box, and covering Bedford High School Buccaneers for the Bedford Minuteman and the Bedford Citizen as intensely as if he was reporting from the battlefield. He made a personal and lasting impact on countless young athletes. So many of them keep in touch – remembering his counsel, his jokes, and the victory ice creams.  His dedication extended beyond Bedford, serving as the Metro Editor for the Lowell Sun, and as a volunteer and cheerleader for the Lowell Folk Festival (his favorite event!) for many years.

Mike cherished his loved ones above all.  He will be remembered by his wife Dawn Rosenberg, his children Sarah Rosenberg, Rebecca Newell and her husband Shawn Newell, grandchildren Sam, Jojo, Carter and Brendan, siblings Helen Rosenberg and her husband Keith Richter, Hilary and Ed Hersh, Susan and Joe Aibinder, David Womback, and many nieces, nephews, and extended family members. He is also survived by so many dear friends and community members whose lives were touched by his kindness and spirit.

Mike was wildly enthusiastic about eating. He thrived when listening to live music – especially blues, jazz, and funk. He laughed hard at live comedy and emotional at the theater. He regularly traveled overseas and road tripped up the coast.  He drowned himself in books (sometimes reading three at a time) and long articles any chance he got – at a red light, waiting for the subway, when there was a dip in any conversation. He supported small businesses and gave to charities near and far.  He embraced life fully, grounded in his beliefs.

The funeral service will be held 10 am at Temple Emunah, 9 Piper Road, Lexington, MA on Thursday, February 27,2025 with burial to follow at Shawsheen Cemetery, 1 Shawsheen Road, Bedford, MA. We will recite Kaddish in memory of Mike, and all who knew him are invited to join us in honoring his life.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Temple Emunah or the charity of your choice.

He made our lives and the world better.  May Mike’s soul be bound up in the bond of life, and may his memory be a blessing to all who knew him.

Zichronah L’berachah

 A link to view the livestream funeral service can be found here.

Marglin-Nancy (Fruitman), of Chestnut Hill, MA, passed away February 23, 2025. Beloved wife of Joseph Marglin.

Devoted mother of Ben Marglin and his wife Paula and the late Laura Marglin. Proud grandmother of Kaley Brockway and Josh Marglin. Loving sister of Michael Fruitman.

Service at Temple Israel, 477 Longwood Ave., Boston, MA on Friday, February 28, 2025 at 12 noon. Interment will be private for family.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Nancy’s memory may be made to the Dementia Care Collaborative at Mass General Hospital.

Janet (Levy) Price, of Natick, MA, passed away peacefully on February 23, 2025 after a brief illness at the age of 89.

Loving Mother to Andrew and Brian Price. Loving Grandmother of Mitchell, Mikaela and Sara Price. Loving Mother-in-law of Cheryl Price. In addition to her predeceased beloved husband Martin Price and brother Barry Levy, she leaves many devoted wonderful in-laws, nieces, nephews, cousins and lifelong friends too numerous to count.

She was an avid golfer and mahjong player, playing regularly right up to the time of her illness.  She also enjoyed traveling, taking many trips abroad with friends as well as family throughout the years.

Remembrances in her memory may be made to The Joe Niekro Foundation, 2401 Fountain View Dr. Ste 312, Houston, TX 77057, https://niekrofoundation.org

Funeral services at 10:00 am on Wednesday, February 26, 2025 at the Sharon Memorial Park Chapel, 40 Dedham St., Sharon, MA. Interment to follow.

Shiva at the home of Andrew Price following the interment until 5:00 pm.

Funeral recording

Michael Lee Steinberg

Aged 82, passed away on February 22, 2025 . Michael was the son of Beryl (Nee Harris) and Saul Steinberg and the late Dick Whitman.  Mike was born in Cambridge, MA, and raised in nearby Newton.  He attended the Ward Elementary School and Kimball Union Academy. He graduated from the University of Vermont in 1964, becoming the first hockey goalie at the school when it became an intercollegiate sport.  While at UVM, Mike got the nickname “Stinky” from his Phi Sigma Delta buddies, which remained with him his whole life!

After college, Mike attended Officer’s Training School in Rhode Island, entered the US Navy as an ensign for 3 ½ years stationed in Norfolk, Virginia, and left as an LTJG.

Mike married Susie Bernheimer in 1965, had two children, Stu and Sharon, and eventually settled and raised his family in Swampscott, Massachusetts.  He was in the leather business and was a great salesperson with a wonderful personality, a storyteller, and a jokester.  He loved playing gin with his UVM friends and was a proud member of Kernwood Country Club in Salem for over 40 years, where he did quite a bit of golfing and socializing.  Mike loved all the sports teams in Boston and was an avid fan of all sports, but especially the Patriots and the Bruins, with his hockey background.  Mike was even a referee for youth hockey games in his 20s and 30s!  Mike and Susie traveled the world, having many amazing adventures.  Mike loved his family, and their well-being was the most important thing to him.

He is survived by his wife Susie, son Stu and wife Kristine of Newburyport, daughter Sharon and Paul of Boston, and five grandchildren: Drew, Hannah, Jade Steinberg, Lex, and Louise Shiner. Mike also leaves many loving nieces, nephews, grand-nieces and grand-nephews.

Funeral services on Tuesday, February 25, 2005, at the Chapel at Sharon Memorial Park,  120 Canton St., Sharon at 10:00 am.   Please join the family for Shiva at the Village at Vinnin Square Clubhouse, 200 Loring Hills Ave., Salem, on Tuesday, February 25, from 2-7 pm.

Donations in his memory may be made to a charity of your choice.

It is with profound sadness we announce the passing of Susan “Susie Q, Mama Sue, Geegee” Epstein of Canton on February 22,2025. A beloved late wife, mother, sister, grandmother, aunt, friend, family member and multitalented individual. Susan lived a life full of passion, creativity, and joy, touching the hearts of all who had the privilege to know her.

Susan was no doubt the “matriarch” of her whole family. She was deeply proud of all her family who were the light of her life. Her love for them knew no bounds, and they brought her endless happiness and pride.  Beloved wife of late Marshall Epstein. Dear daughter of the late Benjamin Gross and Mildred Shapiro. Devoted mother of Hayley Lopes and her husband Ted, Brett Epstein and his wife Alexandra, Rayna Carbone and her husband Christopher. Dear Geegee of Aidan, Micaela and Benjamin Lopes, Devin and Ciara Epstein, and Chanyn and Maddox Carbone. Devoted sister of Bennaye Gross Pardo and late Marvin Gross. Aunt of Nicole Pardo. Lastly, best dog-mom to Sophie. Her family filled her heart with happiness and their laughter and accomplishments were constant sources of gratification for her.

Susan was a loving and devoted wife to late Marshall Epstein for almost 50 years who despite faced the challenge of being a paraplegic in a wheelchair from an unforeseen accident, was cared for with grace and unwavering commitment. Her strength and love provided him with comfort and support throughout their years together.

A social butterfly at heart, Susan had a gift for bringing people together. She thrived in the company of friends, always ready to share a laugh, offer support, and celebrate the good times. Her infectious energy-spunky, funny, strong, stubborn as well as an abundance of kindness will be deeply missed by all who were fortunate enough to experience it.

Susan had a wide range of interests that brought happiness and fulfillment to her life. Her pride was being the best hairdresser, where she brought beauty to the world, one hairstyle at a time. A true artist with success, she not only created amazing looks, but also formed everlasting connections with those she served. Susan also had an enduring love for dancing in which her rhythm was always on point as well as for the theaters. She devoted many years working at multiple venues in Boston whether it was concerts, plays, and/or musicals.

Services at Temple Sinai, 25 Canton St. Sharon on Wednesday, February 26, 2025 at 1:00 pm. Following interment at Sharon Memorial Park. Memorial observance will be held at her daughter Rayna’s residence in Canton until 7:00 pm Wednesday, Thursday 2-4pm, 7-9pm, and Friday 12-4pm.

In lieu of flowers remembrances please donate to the American Cancer Society  www.cancer.org  and/or call toll free 1-800-227-2345