EDELSTEIN
A PRIL 2021 D EATH N OTICES
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DEATH NOTICES
EDELSTEIN ELLMAN
FELDMAN On Monday, April 5, 2021 Joseph Edelstein,
loving husband of Esther, passed away at the
age of 79. Born in Philadelphia, Joe gradu-
ated from Olney High School and Columbia
Business College. He had a passion for
sports and followed all the Philadelphia
teams. A devoted Philadelphia A’s fan, he
transferred that allegiance to the Phillies and
reveled in their World Series wins – and in
the Eagle’s Super Bowl victory. But his
greatest pleasure in life was spending time
with his devoted wife. Their favorite vaca-
tion was a cruise – he was a longtime mem-
ber of both the Captain’s Club and the Crown
and Anchor Society. Joe made friends easily
with his infectious smile and sweet disposi-
tion. His kindness and compassionate spirit
could be seen from an early age. As a young
man he volunteered with an ambulance
corps; when his father had a stroke, he re-
mained at home to help his mother care for
him and assisted his father in maintaining in-
come during that time. He showed that same
devotion to his wife of 43 years and exten-
ded it to her family as well. He is survived by
many loving friends and family members who
miss him dearly. Donations in Joe’s memory
can be made to Parkinson’s Foundation ht-
tps://www.parkinson.org/, The American
Heart Association https://www.heart.org/ or
The Crohns & Colitis Foundation
https://www.crohnscolitisfoundation.org/ GOLDSTEINS' ROSENBERG'S
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ELKMAN Lois Elkman (nee ROSENBLIT) On April 7,
2021, the adored Lois Elkman of Bala Cyn-
wyd, PA transitioned in her home surroun-
ded by her family. The most generous and
loving spirit, she will be forever in the hearts
of her family and those who love her. Wife of
the late Stanley Elkman, mother of the late
Carol Schwartz (Elkman) and Stuart Elkman,
sister of Donald and Buddy Rosenblit, moth-
er-in-law of Elliot Schwartz, grandmother of
Wendy Schwartz (Ben Barnett), Tammi Van
Hollander (Neal King), Jodi Schwartz-Levy
(Adam Levy). Great-grandmother of Gabby
Van Hollander, Isadora Barnett, Aden Van
Hollander, Cecelia Barnett, Sage Levy, Judah
Barnett, and Simone Levy. Contributions in
her memory may be made to the Carol
Schwartz Fund for Thyroid Cancer Research
at Abramson Cancer Center
https://giving.apps.upenn.edu/fund?pro- gram=MED&fund=843476.

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facebook.com/jewishexponent Charles Ellman, 92, of Boca Raton, Florida,
passed away on April 8, 2021, two weeks shy
of his 93rd birthday. He is survived by his
beloved wife, Gloria Ellman (née Davidow),
children Lou and Suzyn, brother Leroy
(Sheila), and many adoring nieces, nephews,
and friends. Chuck was born in Philadelphia,
PA on April 22, 1928 to parents Abraham and
Sarah Ellman. After graduating from Olney
High School in 1946, he attended Lafayette
College on an athletic scholarship to play
basketball. Chuck graduated from Lafayette
in 1950 with a degree in Economics. Chuck
enlisted in the United States Army in 1950,
and rose to the rank of 2nd Lieutenant. His
military career was colorful, with posts all
across the US, time as a drill Sergeant, an
Atomic Bomb testing experience, and Officer
school. Chuck received an honorable dis-
charge in 1955. Chuck then joined his Uncle,
Irvin Saltzman in the insurance business.

What started as a two person company,
Delaware Valley Underwriting Agency
(DVUA), grew to become one of the leading
insurance agencies in the US. Chuck spent
his entire forty plus year career in executive
roles with the firm, retiring in 1994. In 1967,
Chuck proposed to Gloria Davidow, and the
two were married on April 28, 1968. Chuck’s
family was the pride of his lifetime. A wise,
kind, humorous, and patient man, Chuck was
beloved by all who knew him, and will be
missed by all. Contributions in Chuck’s
memory may be made to a charity of donor’s
choice. EMERSON
Ronald L. Emerson, April 8, 2021, of Burling-
ton, NJ, formerly of Bucks County and Lake
Wallenpaupack, PA. Husband of Lee Emer-
son. Father of Marilyn Emerson, Larry
(Tracey) Emerson and Martha (Jeff) Saper-
stein. Brother of Sandra (Warren) Kurzrock.

Also survived by 7 grandchildren. Contribu-
tions may be made to B’nai Harim, P.O. Box
757, Pocono Pines, PA 18350.

PLATT MEMORIAL CHAPELS, Inc.

Cherry Hill, NJ
FEIGENBAUM Sharon Beth Feigenbaum (nee Rabinowitz).

April 7, 2021 of Bala Cynwyd, Pa. Devoted
wife of the late Paul. Loving mother of Marc
( Le ah) Feig enb au m a nd H ope (Lee )
Kirschner. Cherished sister Joan Isaacson
and the late Carol Rosengard.Proud grand-
mother of Joel Feigenbaum (Danielle Gel-
fand), Bryan Kirschner (Danielle Assour),and
Brittany Kirschner (Blake Rosen). Donations
in Sharon’s memory may be made to The
Alzheimer’s Association-Delaware Valley
Chapter, Abramson Senior Care or the char-
ity of the donor's choice.

JOSEPH LEVINE and SONS
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Marc Feldman, of Philadelphia, PA, passed
away quietly in his sleep on March 26, 2021
at the age of 69. He is survived by his wife,
Barbara (née Horwitz). He is also survived by
his loving mother, Norma (the late Ralph)
Feldman. He was a loving father to Scott
(Linda) and Stephanie and a dear brother to
Rand and Lisa (Ron) Krader. A private ser-
vice was held on March 30, 2021. Contribu-
tions in Marc's memory may be made to the
Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia.

FISHMAN Alan Fishman, on April 1, 2021. Beloved
husband of Fern (nee Peaceman). Dear
brother of Carole Silver and the late JoAnn
Miller. Dear brother-in-law of Marline Peace-
man and the late Jack Peaceman. Loving
uncle of Tami Mysliwiec, Eve-Lynn Miller,
Shari Hughes, Sharon Lyons, Tara Silver, Jay
Peaceman, Pam Peaceman, and the late Bri-
an Peaceman, and their families. He will also
be missed by his cat Toby. Graveside ser-
vices were private. Contributions in his
memory may be made to the American Can-
cer Society www.cancer.org.

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FRANKEL Rita Frankel (nee Forman), age 87. Daughter
of the late David and Anna Forman, passed
away April 15, 2021. Survived by her loving
companion, Saul Carroll, of 31 years. Also
survived by her daughter Bonnie Adair (Don)
and Beth Moskowitz. Rita is also survived by
two grandchildren Michael Moskowitz and
Brett Adair. And one great grandchild Piper
Sinclair. Rita was preceded in death by her
loving granddaughter Danielle Moskowitz
Sinclair (Sean), her late husband Sidney
Frankel, and brother Jules Forman. Her
greatest enjoyment besides her family was
playing the violin and painting. Saul and Rita
had wonderful memories together travelling
and spending time with friends and family.

Contributions in her memory may be made to
Autism Speaks.

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FREEDMAN Willard (Bill) Freedman, age 94, born in Phil-
adelphia, PA, died on April 4th, 2021 in
Broward County, FL. Bill was a WWII veteran
of the Army Air Corps and the retired owner
of Barlen Associates Advertising Agency.

Loving husband of Arlene (deceased), father
of Ellen Brooks (Lee), Barton Freedman (El-
len) and Lauren Freedman (deceased).

Grandfather of Deborah, Michael (Jessica)
and Rebecca Brooks, Jennifer (Ben) Comfort
and Scott Freedman. Great-grandfather of
Maxwell Brooks. Graveside services were
held on April 9th at the Star of David Memori-
al Gardens in North Lauderdale, FL.

GOLDBERG Daniel M. Goldberg, DDS, April 1, 2021 of
Philadelphia and Scottsdale, Arizona; be-
loved husband of Beverly (nee Fassler) son of
the late Bertha and Max Goldberg. Devoted
and proud father of Randolph Goldberg, esq.,
Jonathan Goldberg, and Dr. Theodore (Shar-
on) Goldberg; cherished grandfather of Alex,
Olivia, Evan and Justin; brother of Renee
Goldberg Saul (Dr. Richard Saul), the late Dr
Herbert (Jeanne) Goldberg, the late Lana (Dr.

Wayne) Braverman and his late sister-in-law,
Dr. Valerie Fassler Levitan. Contributions in
Dr. Daniel Goldberg’s memory may be made
to American Association for Cancer Re-
search, 615 Chestnut St., 17th. Floor, Phila.,
PA 19106 (www.aacr.org) or Temple Beth
Zion Beth Israel or a charity of the donor’s
choice. JOSEPH LEVINE and SONS
www.levinefuneral.com Aleck Goldberg on April 15, 2021. Loving
father of Mark Goldberg and Susan Helfrich;
Grandfather of Marc and Andrea; Beloved
companion of Beth Beggs. Services and in-
terment are Private. Contributions in his
memory may be made to any charity sup-
porting Israel.

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JEWISH EXPONENT
Albert Martin Gordon of South Philadelphia,
died peacefully on March 16, 2021 at age 96.

Beloved son of the late Morris and Nellie
(Glassman) Gordon. Cherished brother of the
late Ethel (Samuel David Weller) and the late
Theodore Gordon. Al lived in the same house
on Ritner Street, where he was born in 1924,
and was beloved by his neighbors. He could
be found often sitting on his front porch
greeting passerby’s. Professionally, he
worked as a police stenographer and had
many hobbies, including author, ball room
dancer, body builder, bongo player, avid
reader, and lover of music. He enjoyed win-
ters in Florida and a good meal. Al is sur-
vived by his niece, Suzan Weller Fine (Kal-
man Fine z"l) and nephew Edward Weller
(Lynne Bremer), as well as, many great
nieces and nephews. Services were held
March 17, 2021. Donations in Al’s memory
may be made to a charity of the donor’s
choice. JOSEPH LEVINE and SONS
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Wolfe Lewis Golden of Philadelphia, PA,
peacefully passed away on March 18, 2021 at
the age of 86. Beloved husband of Jayne Ep-
stein, loving father of Mark Golden (Amy) and
Stephen Golden (fiance Dr. Kimberly Height-
chew), grandfather of Samuel and Maxwell
Golden, Chase Golden and Jackson Bryant.

Wolfe was the son of the late David and Alma
(nee Bershad) Golden. Born in Philadelphia,
Wolfe was an only child. Wolfe was fiercely
loyal about family and friendships. He was a
kind, loving and supportive father and a dear
friend to many. His knowledge, wisdom and
ability to listen was the foundation on which
he built his life. After returning from service
in the Army and graduating from Temple Uni-
versity, Wolfe found his true calling: teach-
ing. He landed back at his Alma Mater, Over-
brook High School. For 27 years as a teacher,
he inspired students to outperform their ex-
pectations. Wolfe treasured his summers in
Strathmere, NJ and loved his many bowling
leagues. Wolfe was so passionate about
travel that he and Jayne visited over 110
countries around the world. In lieu of flowers,
the family requests donations in Wolfe’s
name be made to The Morris Animal Shelter,
1242 Lombard St, Philadelphia, PA 19147.

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DEATH NOTICES
GORDON Marc Feldman, of Philadelphia, PA, passed
away quietly in his sleep on March 26, 2021
at the age of 69. He is survived by his be-
loved wife, Barbara (née Horwitz) of 49 years.

He is also survived by his loving mother,
Norma (the late Ralph) Feldman. He was a
loving father to Stephanie and Scott and his
wife, Linda, and a dear brother to Lisa Krader
and her husband Ron and Rand Feldman. At
Marc’s request a private service was held on
March 30, 2021. Contributions in Marc's
memory may be made to the Parkinson’s
Foundation of Philadelphia.

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GOVBERG Ruth Golder (nee Blumenfield), March 28,
2021, of Audubon, PA; beloved wife of
Mervyn; loving mother of Cindy Golder Miller,
Herb Golder and Ted Golder; cherished
grandmother of Olivia and Morgan. Services
were private. Contributions in Ruth’s memory
may be made to Main Line Reform Temple,
Wynnewood, PA (mlrt.org) or the Jewish
Federation of Greater Phila.

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GOVBERG Rochelle “Shelly’ Govberg passed away at her
home in Jupiter, Florida on April 10th from
natural causes. She was 81. Born in 1940 to
the late Beatrice and Dr. Bernard Perez,
Shelly grew up in the Philadelphia suburbs.

She graduated from Lower Merion High
School and then went on to meet her now
late husband Irv to start her beautiful family.

Shelly was a loving wife to her husband Irv
for 61 years, a loving mother to her sons
Danny and Jeffrey, and a wonderful grand-
mother to her 7 grandchildren and 3 great
grandchildren. She was full of life and en-
joyed spending time with her friends and
family most. She is survived by sons Danny
(Ashley) and Jeffrey; grandchildren Brian
(Chelsea), Marc, Julia, Cooper, Spencer,
Robyn, and Jennifer; and great grandchil-
dren Chase, Cash and Chloe; and sister Car-
ole Spilberg (Richard). The family asks that in
lieu of flowers, those wishing to do so may
donate to the Lewy Body Dementia Associ-
ation (www.lbda.org).

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