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F EBRUARY 2021 D EATH N OTICES
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KELLMER KOSSMAN
LEWENSON LOVE
Joan Kellmer, February 12, 2021; of Merion
Station, PA; beloved wife of David Sack; lov-
ing mother of William (Jennifer) Sack and the
late Joshua Sack; devoted sister of Judy
Kellmer. Services are private. Contributions
in her memory may be made to the Leuk-
emia & Lymphoma Society donate.lls.org
JOSEPH LEVINE and SONS
www.levinefuneral.com KLEIN ROSENBERG
Sarah Klein Rosenberg (nee Griner), January
14, 2021. A Holocaust survivor. Predeceased
by her husbands Rabbi Herman Klein and Is-
adore Rosenberg. Mother of Morton A. Klein
(Rita) and Samuel Klein (Hilary). Sister of
Dvorah Plotkin (Shmuel) and Genia Eckhaus.

Grandmother of Avi Klein, Hannah Klein, and
Rachel Don (David). Also survived by 4 great-
grandchildren. Funeral services were held on
January 17, 2021.

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KLEYMENES Leonid Kleymenes, 72, passed away on Feb-
ruary 12, 2021 in Huntingdon Valley,
Pennsylvania. He is survived by his wife
Zinaida (nee Kravets) and daughter Julie
(Eric) Goldman. Grandfather of Jack and
Sydney Goldman. Service was private. Con-
tributions in his memory may be made to The
Michael J. Fox Foundation P.O. Box 5014
Hagerstown, MD 21741-5014 www.michaelj-
fox.org. GOLDSTEINS' ROSENBERG'S
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Irene Joy Kossman (nee Reif), passed away
on January 21, 2021. Beloved wife of An-
drew Kossman. Loving mother of Rebecca
(Max) Schnaper and Tara Kossman. Adoring
Bubbie of Samuel. Caring sister of Elaine
(Carl) Steinberg. Contributions in her
memory may be made to Congregation Ti-
fereth Israel of Lower Bucks County, 2909
Bristol Rd., Bensalem, PA 19020, www.ti-
ferethisraelpa.org. GOLDSTEINS’ ROSENBERG’S
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KURTZ Phyllis Kurtz (nee Yates) on February 11,
2021. Beloved wife of the late Seymour; Lov-
ing mother of Donna (Donald) Silverman,
Mitchell Kurtz and Zane (Jane) Kurtz; De-
voted grandmother of Barbara (David),
Rachel (Abby), Matthew (Jessica), Jordan,
Reese, Joshua, Hannah and Seth; Adoring
great-grandmother of Reuben, Judah,
Sydney, Leo and Levi. Services and inter-
ment were private. Contributions in her
memory may be made to Hadassah, 1518
Walnut St., Ste. 402, Phila., PA 19102 or
Kesher Israel Cong., 412 Lombard St., Phila.,
PA 19147.

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KORNFELD LIEBERMAN
Miriam Lieberman (nee Wohlburg), January
27, 2021 formerly of Lafayette Hill, PA. Be-
loved wife of the late Jack Lieberman; loving
mother of Harris (Ellice) Lieberman, Flora
“Faye” (Sheldon) Bass, and Debra (Steve)
Gautier; adoring bubbie of Rachel (Brandon),
Daniel (Lauren), Anna and Jacob; great-
grandmother of two. Predeceased by sib-
lings Lillian, Florence, and Herman. Contribu-
tions in her memory may be made to Ha-
dassah www.hadassah.org/donate or other
charities. JOSEPH LEVINE and SONS
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LAFAIR Adele Kornfeld (nee Levin), aged 90, January
27, 2021, of Philadelphia, formerly of Willow
Grove. Beloved wife of the late Bertram H.;
loving mother of David (Ellen), Robert
(Pamela), and Anne Westrom (Michael); ad-
oring grandmother of Julie, Billy (Heather),
Danny, Elizabeth, Rebecca, and Jacqueline;
devoted sister of Fredda Segal and aunt to
many loving nieces and nephews. She loved
music, art and loved to cook for family and
friends. Funeral services were held Wednes-
day, February 3, 2021 at Joseph Levine &
Sons in Trevose, PA. Interment at Washing-
ton Crossing National Cemetery. Contribu-
tions in her memory may be made to The
Philadelphia Orchestra (philorch.org) or The
Philadelphia Chamber Music Society (pcm-
sconcerts.org/support). JOSEPH LEVINE and SONS
www.levinefuneral.com Dr. Fred Lewenson, February 15, 2021; of
Norristown, PA; beloved husband of Helen
(nee Trachtman); loving father of Stephen
Lewenson (Marci) and Peter Lewenson (Vic-
toria); cherished grandfather of Jared, Ethan,
Aaron, Eric and Channa. In lieu of flowers,
contributions in his memory may be made to
Jewish Federation of Greater Phila. (jewish-
philly.org) or a charity of the donor’s choice.

JOSEPH LEVINE and SONS
www.levinefuneral.com Charlotte Lafair (nee Wolf) Jan. 30 of Phil-
adelphia. Wife of the late Leonard Lafair;
mother of Julie (Harris) Miller, Beth (Steve)
Burak and the late Jonathan Lafair; grand-
mother of Eric, Helena (Dara) and Herschel:
great grandmother of Leonard, Mica, Rox-
anne, Zivah and Rafi. Graveside services were
held at Mt. Sharon Cem. Jan 31. Contribu-
tions in her memory may be made to Cong.

Or Shalom, Berwyn PA or Alex's Lemonade
Stand. JOSEPH LEVINE and SONS
www.levinefuneral.com LEVENSON
Gertrude Levenson (nee Kaplan), passed
away on February 15, 2021. Wife of the late
N. Victor Levenson. Mother of A. Lynne
(Steve) Liesner and Sharon Levenson. Grand-
mother of Jennifer Liesner, Samantha (Dan)
Sinkler and Amanda (Jay) Scharmin. Aunt of
Arlene (Joel) Sharkey, Susan Kaplan, Joyce
(Mark) Levick-Spiegel, Roberta “Bobbie”
(Bruce) Braverman and Nancy (David) Ka-
plan Law. Contributions in her memory may
be made to the National Breast Cancer
Foundation or to the charity of your choice.

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Ronnie London age 85, of Delray Beach Flor-
ida passed away peacefully with his family in
attendance on February 16, 2020. Ronnie
was born on July 8, 1934 in Philadelphia
Pennsylvania. Ronnie adored his wife Leona
Liss London and his two sons Keith Scott
London, William “Billy” London. Ronnie and
Leona were married November 3, 1959 and
recently celebrated their 60-year anniversary.

Ronnie was the only child of Kalman London,
and Anna “Glassman” London of Passyunk
Avenue (right across the street from the Rid-
ing Academy) in South Philadelphia. Ronnie
brought his family down to South Florida in
1979 and became a true Floridian enjoying all
the wonderful things Florida offered like
sand, surf, and sun, but he was through and
through a Philadelphia (City of Brotherly
Love) man with his high morals and group of
longtime friends from Philadelphia, Atlantic
City (down the shore), Texas, Canada, Holly-
wood, Valencia Isle and Abby Delray in Delray
Beach. Ronnie proudly served his country
overseas during the Korean War. Which star-
ted his interest in exploring other countries,
meeting new friends and sharing his love of
travel with his family and especially his bride
of 60 years. Ronnie was a double kidney
transplant survivor and helped form the Kid-
ney Association of Palm Beach County which
he proudly served on the board of directors
for approximately 10 years. He was always
there to answer questions for those that were
going through dialysis or wanted help get-
ting on the transplant list. Ronnie leaves be-
hind Leona London who was there at his bed-
side when he passed away peacefully. Leona
still resides at Abbey Delray in Delray Beach.

He is deeply missed by his son Keith and
Keith‘s wife Ilene Sultan of Hallandale Beach
Florida. To see a celebration of life video of
Ronnie and his family please go to here or ht-
tps://www.apex-h.com/rl/ Susan Love, January 31, 2021 of Voorhees,
NJ. Dear mother of Ashley Freedman, life
partner of David Farber (loving son Drew
Farber), loving daughter of Judy (and the late
Donald) Love, dear sister of Sylvia Miller (Mi-
chael) and Roberta Budman, loving aunt of
Rebecca Miller and Abby Budman. Former
wife of Michael Freedman. Throughout a long
career, Susan devoted herself to providing an
enjoyable and meaningful living environment
to seniors and their families. She served in a
variety of leadership roles at the Jewish Geri-
atric Home in Cherry Hill, and helped man-
age its transition to Lions Gate Continuing
Care Retirement Community in Voorhees.

She served as CEO of Lions Gate since 2016.

Susan’s gentle and kind demeanor earned the
trust and friendship of residents, staff, and
the community. Susan genuinely cared for
each and every resident. She was also a re-
spected leader in the senior care field, active
in many professional associations. Susan
was a member of the Board of Trustees of
Leading Age NJ & DE, and just prior to her
illness she was appointed to an advisory
board within Seton Hall University’s Stillman
School of Business. Susan was a very spe-
cial individual who worked hard to achieve
her goals, whether it was her professional
work, obtaining her Master’s degree and li-
cense in Nursing Home Administration, or
volunteering her time to various organiza-
tions. In her spare time, Susan enjoyed golf-
ing, reading and spending time with family.

Susan also loved golfing with her parents in
Boca Raton. Contributions in Susan’s
memory can be made to Lions Gate CCRC,
www.lionsgateccrc.org or Urban Promise,
www.urbanpromiseusa.org or a charity of the
donor’s choice.

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Cherry Hill, NJ
MANSKY Violet L. Mansky, passed away on January
28, 2021, age 99. Beloved wife of Joseph
(deceased); loving mother of Sam and Pat
Mansky, Phil and Lauri Mansky, and Art and
Shelley Mansky; devoted grandmother of
Misty, Annie, Jennifer, Andrew, Erica, Amy,
William, Joey, and Ben; loving great-grand-
mother of Morgan, Taylor, Carsten, Jordan,
Violet, Lucy, Ryan, Lena, Gabriel, and Ezra;
and beloved aunt to many nieces and neph-
ews and their children and grandchildren.

She was predeceased by her siblings Celia
Blumner, Benjamin Levin, and Frances Baer.

She was born and raised in Chester, where
her parents owned a grocery store, and
moved to Parkside a few years after getting
married, where she lived for more than 60
years. Active throughout her long life, she en-
joyed a 75-year career as a bookkeeper and
never missed a day of exercising. Her
warmth, kindness, and generosity will be
greatly missed by the many lives she
touched. Contributions may be made to the
Minyan Fund at Congregation Ohev Shalom,
2 Chester Rd., Wallingford, PA or the charity
of one’s choice.

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Michael Masch, February 7, 2021, of Phil-
adelphia, PA; beloved husband of Rachel
Falkove; loving father of Solomon & Isabel
Masch and Ezra & Annmarie Avila-Masch;
devoted Zeyda of Avinoam and Shaiah. Ser-
vices were private. Contributions in his
memory may be made to Germantown Jew-
ish Centre, Howard University Annual Fund,
Education Law Center or the Phila. Interfaith
Hospitality Network.

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MAZER Arlene Mazer (nee Kula) on February 14,
2021. Beloved wife of the late Irving; Loving
mother of Michael (Rita Forman) Mazer, Lee
(Melissa) Mazer and Marc (Joanna) Mazer;
Devoted grandmother of Aaron, Ethan,
Jordan, Harry, Addison and Alexa. Services
and interment were private. Contributions in
her memory may be made to American Can-
cer Society, 1818 Market St., Ste. 2820,
Phila., PA 19102, www.cancer.org
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MELTZER Dr. Ronald T. Meltzer January 19, 2021 of
Bala Cynwyd, PA formerly of Philadelphia;
son of the late TIllie (Segal) and Morris
Meltzer. Beloved husband for 66 years to
Helene “Cookie” (nee Presser) Meltzer, cher-
ished daughter Paula Meltzer (Howard
Garonzik), loving granddaughter Allison Ber-
lant ( Seth Broderson) and adored great-
granddaughter Isabella. He was predeceased
by his brother David ( Joyce) Meltzer. Dr.

Meltzer graduated from Overbrook High
school. He went to go on to Temple School of
Pharmacy. After several years of working as a
pharmacist he continued his education at
PCOM. After an internship at Metropolitan
Hospital, he opened a family practice in
Merion. Several years later he relocated to
Narberth where he practiced for the rest of
his career. He loved being a doctor and his
patients loved him. Services and interment
were private. Donations in his honor may be
sent to the Philadelphia Ronald McDonald
House or Philabundance.

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MYEROV Loretta Myerov (nee Epstein) on February 1,
2021. Beloved wife of Joseph; Loving moth-
er of Anita (Harry) Yampolsky, Neil (Joan)
Myerov and Benjamin (Susan) Myerov; De-
voted grandmother of Aaron, Megan
(Robert), Micah and Celia; Adoring great-
grandmother of Sebastian. Services and in-
terment were private. Contributions in her
memory may be made to Christopher and
Dana Reeve Foundation, 636 Morris Turn-
pike, Ste 3 A, Short Hills, NJ 07078.

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NEFF Claire R. Neff, died on January 28, 2021.

Claire was the third of four daughters of Miri-
am and Philadelphia bandleader Abe Neff.

She lived most of her 92 years in New York
City where she retired from CBS. Her final
two years were spent at the Horsham Center
for Jewish Life. She survived the deaths of
her three sisters and is survived by her be-
loved nieces and nephews. No memorial is
presently planned. Please plant a tree in Is-
rael or make a donation to the charity of your
choice in her memory.

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