RUDOLPH
DEATH NOTICES
J uly , 2020 D eath N otices
DEATH NOTICES
DEATH NOTICES
RUDOLPH Henry Rudolph, 85, died Saturday, July 4,
2020 in Haverford, Pennsylvania of Parkin-
son’s and heart disease. Born August 15,
1934, the only child of immigrant Jewish par-
ents Bella (Sailor) and Samuel Rudolph,
Henry grew up on Mildred Street in the heart
of South Philly. An exceptional student at
South Philadelphia High School for Boys, he
earned a full scholarship to Temple Uni-
versity, where he received his B.S. Henry was
awarded a partial scholarship to study law at
The University of Pennsylvania but could not
afford the remaining tuition, so instead sat
for his CPA exams. He worked for one of
Philadelphia’s big accounting firms, the
United States Postal Service and the City of
Philadelphia. Henry was a gentle soul with
mischievous blue eyes and a big heart who
expressed his love of others through philan-
thropy. He supported charities that combat
prejudice, foster mental health, help immig-
rants and advocate for the underdog. He was
involved with the Jewish Federation of Great-
er Philadelphia and served on the Board of
Directors of the National Liberty Museum. A
homegrown sports fan, Henry loved his Phil-
lies and Eagles. He was an opera aficionado
who frequented the New York Met. He de-
lighted in international and domestic travel.

He studied history, art and politics and could
recall and discuss obscure facts until the last
months of his life. Because he was unpreten-
tious and keenly interested in others, he
could talk with anyone about anything. He
was a beloved and loyal friend. Henry is sur-
vived by his adopted family, Richard and
Elizabeth Nassau of West Chester, PA and by
devoted friend and advocate Betty Milgrim of
Bala Cynwyd, PA and their families. Many
thanks to the exemplary staff at Sunrise As-
sisted Living of Haverford, who treated Henry
as one of their own. In lieu of flowers, feel
free to make a donation to your favorite char-
ity. Due to COVID-19, funeral services will be
private. Arrangements by DellaVecchia, Re-
illy, Smith & Boyd Funeral Home, Inc West
Chester 610-696-1181 www.DellaFH.com
DELLAVECCHIA, REILLY, SMITH & BOYD
FUNERAL HOME, Inc.

SAFRA Anita J. Safra (Kenigsberg) of Coral Springs,
Florida, formerly of Philadelphia,
Pennsylvania, passed away on June 24, 2020
at the age of 62 years. She is the daughter of
the late Theodore & Ruth (Raffeld) Kenigs-
berg. Anita is survived by her beloved hus-
band Andrew and loving children Cory and
Raquel. A chapel service will be held on June
26, 2020 at 10:00 am at Beth David Memori-
al Gardens, 3201 NW 72nd Ave., Hollywood,
Florida 33024. Following the interment the
family will be sitting shiva at the Safra resid-
ence and throughout the week. In lieu of
flowers memorial contributions may be made
to the Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Cen-
ter. A Community
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SCHECTER SAVITZ
SAND Pearl A. Sand died on July 2. She was 102
years old and lived at Wesley Enhanced Liv-
ing--Main Line, Media, PA. (formerly Mar-
tins Run). Pearl was predeceased by her hus-
band Percy, to whom she was married for 65
years. She was also predeceased by a broth-
er Julius and a sister Esther. She is survived
by her sister Jean of Jenkintown, two chil-
dren—Michael Sand (Diane) of Harrisburg
and Janet Sand-Lawner (Peter) of Belmont,
MA.; three grandchildren Jay (Lauren) of
Philadelphia, Marc (Kelly) of Bearsville. New
York, and Dan (Diana) of Kensington, MD.

and five great-grandchildren—Molly, Lili-
anna, Adaline and Luke Sand and Sophie
Lawner. She received her bachelor’s and
master’s degrees in Early Childhood Educa-
tion from Temple University. Pearl Sand was
a true renaissance woman. She counselled
hundreds of family and friends over her life-
time. Her main love was kindergarten chil-
dren. She taught kindergarten at Hillcrest Ele-
mentary School in the Upper Darby School
District from 1956 to 1984. “There is no such
thing as a bad kindergarten child” she said.

In addition to serving as a master kinder-
garten teacher, Pearl Sand had many other
talents. She was a singer, and served as a
member of the choir of Temple Israel of Up-
per Darby for 52 years. She was a member of
the Delaware County Chorus, which toured
Europe. She was a musician, and played the
violin in the Landsdowne Symphony for ten
years. She was an artist, and many of her
paintings are hung of the walls of family and
friends and at the Martins Run Art Gallery.

Her volunteer work was extensive. After her
retirement, she volunteered as a kinder-
garten aide at Friends Central School for el-
even years. She served as a parachaplain for
Jewish Family Service and assisted many
residents of the WEL nursing home. At the
former Martins Run, she headed the welcom-
ing committee for many years. She received a
grant to teach English to the housekeeping
staff. Pearl Sand was lovingly referred to as
“The Mayor of Martins Run." Pearl Sand will
be memorialized on Sunday, July 5 at 1:00
p.m. at Mt. Jacob Cemetery, Glenolden.

Rabbi Merle Crean will officiate. Donations in
Pearl’s memory may be made to the Sand
Family Fund at Beth El Temple, 2637 North
Front St. Harrisburg, PA 17110.

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Samuel J. Savitz, Bala Cynwyd, PA (1936 -
2020). Born in West Philadelphia in 1936, the
son of Russian immigrants, Sam attended
West Philadelphia High School and Temple
University with concentrations in business
and actuarial science. He was recognized
early in his career as one of the country's
preeminent employee benefits and pension
actuaries. He is past president of the Americ-
an Society of Pension Actuaries and in 2009
the Society conferred a lifetime achievement
award for outstanding contributions to the in-
dustry. In 1964 Sam founded a benefits con-
sulting firm bearing his name, later acquired
by the accounting firm, Laventhol & Horwath,
and ultimately emerging again from
Laventhol as an independent company, from
which Sam retired in 1994, and which re-
tained his name for nearly another 25 years
until the firm was acquired by C-BIZ, a na-
tional accounting and consulting firm in
2018. Following a distinguished professional
career, Sam turned his attention to educa-
tional enrichment for another decade, audit-
ing art history and music courses at the Uni-
versity of Pennsylvania, and taking drawing
and sculpting courses (Sam also took box-
ing lessons and learned how to throw a
curveball!). In retirement, Sam embarked on
a lengthy second career of civic and com-
munity engagement and philanthropy,
serving as a supporter, trustee and respec-
ted thought leader of many venerable Phil-
adelphia arts and cultural organizations, in-
cluding The Philadelphia Orchestra, The
Philly Pops, The Mann Music Center, the
Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts, The Na-
tional Liberty Museum and the National Mu-
seum of American Jewish History, among
others, and Sam was appointed a Senior Fel-
low of the Foreign Policy Research Institute
in 2003. Sam's tenure as a trustee or trustee
emeritus of several of these organizations in-
cluded periods during which the organiza-
tions were especially challenged by de-
creased public funding and increasing com-
petition for philanthropic gifts. Sam is sur-
vived, and will be greatly missed, by his be-
loved wife of 62 years, Selma (Goldberg); by
his children, Jacquie Stern (Eric), Steven
Savitz, and Michelle McCormack; by his be-
loved grandchildren Justin (Chelsey), Daniel,
Julia, Ryan, and Dylan; and by his new great-
granddaughter, Sofia. Services were held
privately at historic West Laurel Hill
Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family sug-
gests contributions to any of the organiza-
tions to which Sam devoted his time and
support, or to another not-for-profit of your
choosing. WWW.WESTLAURELHILL.COM
Ina P. Schecter (nee Polin) on July 23, 2020.

Daughter of the late Nathan and Goldie (nee
Blumenthal) Polin; Wife of the late George
Schecter; Mother of Karen Shain Schloss
(Andrew M.) and Laurel Prescott; Sister of
Barbara Keidan; Grandmother of Aaron Co-
hen, Dana Schloss, Benjamin Schloss (Dena)
and Isaac Schloss (Melissa Hunter); Great-
grandmother of Alexander Hunter Schloss,
Ethan Schloss and Lindsay Schloss. Ser-
vices and interment are Private. Contribu-
tions in her memory may be made to Temple
Judea Museum of Reform Cong. Keneseth Is-
rael, 8339 Old York Road, Elkins Park, PA
19027. GOLDSTEINS' ROSENBERG'S
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SCHWABE William Joseph Schwabe, on July 7, 2020, a
proud World War II Veteran, husband of the
late Norma, father of Andy, and grandfather
of Rebecca Adelaide and Sydney Freed. Rel-
atives and friends are invited to Graveside
Services Friday 11:30 AM precisely at Wash-
ington Crossing National Cemetery, 830
Highland Rd., Newtown, PA 18940. Contribu-
tions in his memory may be made to any
World War II Veterans Fund. Bill had many
adventures, accomplishments and joys. He
led a full life with no regrets.

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SCHWARTZ Eric Arthur Schwartz, July 20, 2020, of Phil-
adelphia, PA; loving father of Lisa Schwartz
and cherished brother of Mark (Bernice)
Schwartz; uncle of Jon (Courtney La Ruffa)
Schwartz and Andy Schwartz. Also survived
by his former wife Nancy Sanchez. Services
were private. Contributions in his memory
may be made to Congregation Adath Jeshur-
un (www.adathjeshurun.org) or Project
HOME (www.projecthome.org).

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Marvin Sclan, on June 20, 2020, age 97, of
Philadelphia, Pa. Beloved husband of the late
Deborah (nee Balkind.) Beloved father of Lisa
Sclan Cooper (Larry) and Shellie Sclan Ber-
man (Marshall.) Brother of the late Elmer
Sclan and the late Fleurette Kurtzman. Also
survived by five grandchildren, three great-
grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and cousins
to whom he remained close until his death.

He died peacefully in his sleep and was
zooming with his extended family through his
last days. Services and interment will be
private. Contributions in his memory may be
made to Germantown Jewish Center.

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SHAFFRAN Sheila (nee Goldstein) Shaffran passed away
on June 21, 2020 at the age of 90. Beloved
wife of the late Harold Shaffran. Beloved sis-
ter in law to Willetta Goldstein, wife of her
brother the late Norman Goldstein. Loving
mother of Richard Eskin, Dori (Daniel)
Farber, Lisa (Harvey) Layton, Nancy (Rachel)
Shaffran, Karen (Said) Shaffran and the late
Erik Eskin. Mother in law of Ai Leng Ng.

Former mother in law of Beth Gross-Eskin.

Devoted grandmother of Danielle Gross-Eskin
(Neal), Hannah Gross -Eskin, Zachariah Ghar-
rafi and Wolfe Margolies. Proud great-grand-
mother to Eli Pfeiffenberger. Sheila was a pi-
oneer in her field, as one of the first
paralegals in Philadelphia. She volunteered
her time to a number of causes that were
meaningful to her including the Womens'
Shelter in Norristown Pa. and SHINE (Serving
Health Insurance Needs of Elders) in Florida.

Her motto was Carpe Diem, Seize the Day.

Services and interment are Private. Contribu-
tions in her memory can be made to the
charity of your choice.

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SHIKOFF Thelma Shikoff (nee Heifetz), on July 11,
2020. Beloved wife of the late Bernard. De-
voted mother of Steven Shikoff (Janet) Dr.

Mitchell Shikoff (Shari), and Elisa Goldstein
(Bruce). Loving bubie of Jenna, Madlyn,
Shaina, and Joshua. Funeral services and in-
terment will be private. Contributions in her
memory may be made to the Alzheimer’s As-
sociation www.alz.org.

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SHUCHMAN Hedvah Shuchman (nee Lang), on June 27,
2020. Wife of the late Professor Philip
Shuchman. Daughter of the late Rabbi Leon
S. and Rebecca Lang. Mother of Carol
Shuchman (Kendall Christiansen), Matthew
Shuchman (Adriana Lerner), Dr. Miriam
Shuchman (Dr. Donald Redelmeier) and
Salem Shuchman (Dr. Barbara Klock). Grand-
mother of Benjamin, Rachel (Sam), Noah,
Michaela, Isaiah, Jaiden, Daniel, Rebecca and
Robert. She was a member of Temple Beth
Zion-Beth Israel. Private Graveside Services
are being held. Contributions in her memory
may be made to Hadassah
www.hadassah.org or to Chester Charter
Scholars Academy www.ccsascholars.org
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SOLIS-COHEN BATT
Barbara Solis-Cohen Batt on July 12, 2020.

Wife of the late Peter Solis-Cohen and the
late Harry Batt. Mother of John (Anne) Solis-
Cohen, Paul (Maria) Solis-Cohen and Ellen
Solis-Cohen. Grandmother of Sally Katzen,
Jane (Josh) Novodor, Carly (Joseph) Rubin,
Dr. Peter (Dr. Luisa) Solis-Cohen, Dr. Adam
Solis-Cohen, Susan Goldstein, David Gold-
stein, Mindy McCormick, Elaine Nelson and
Tony Nelson. Great Grandmother of Alexan-
dra and Samantha Katzen, Hudson, Jax and
Piper Novodor, Evan and Naomi Solis-Cohen,
Daisy and Hadley Rubin, and Samantha and
Kyle McCormick. Graveside Services were
held Tuesday at Mt. Sinai Cemetery, Phil-
adelphia, PA. Contributions in her memory
may be made to Cong. Mikveh Israel, 44 N. 4
th St., Philadelphia, PA 19106. www.mikve-
hisrael.org, or to Tisch MS Research Center,
521 W. 57 th St., New York, NY 10019,
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