ROSENBERG
DEATH NOTICES
ROSENBERG Kenneth Ira Rosenberg, May 31, 2019. After
learning he had stage 4 pancreatic cancer
31⁄2 years ago, Ken Rosenberg adop-
ted “Carpe (every damn) Diem” as his motto.

And he certainly did that as he and his wife of
almost 48 years, Shelley Kapnek Rosenberg,
continued their volunteer work and their
world travels, which had taken them to all
seven continents, more than 50 countries
and all but five states. They added 17 more
travel adventures between diagnosis and the
final stages of his illness. Kenneth died
peacefully at home surrounded by loving
family. Born Jan. 3, 1947, the son of Nathan
and Roslyn Busch Rosenberg, Ken’s six
weeks of hospice care, again defying the
odds, were what he called his “Rolling Good-
bye Party;” he was visited daily by a large and
supportive group of family, friends, and
former co-workers. Ken was the loving fath-
er of Michael Wayne and Rabbi Jessica Faith
Rosenberg, adoring grandfather of Arianna
Faith Rosenberg, brother of Carol (Stuart)
Fisher and Richard (Anne) Rosenberg, and
brother-in-law of Hilary (P. Todd) Alexander.

Enjoying family, playing with Arianna, and
sending mostly-appropriate cartoons to
friends and family were all favorite pastimes
of Ken’s. A 1964 graduate of Cheltenham
High School, where he played varsity soccer
and sang in the mixed ensemble, he received
an economics degree from the Massachu-
setts Institute of Technology. There, he man-
aged the wrestling team, was Vice President
of ZBT fraternity and led the school’s tour
guides. After college, Ken worked for a year
for Fidelity Bank, which sent him to London
for six weeks. After graduating from the Uni-
versity of Pennsylvania Law School in 1972,
Ken began practicing commercial real estate
law at Mesirov Gelman Jaffe Cramer & Jam-
ieson, which later merged with Schnader
Harrison Segal & Lewis. He became a part-
ner and chair of the Real Estate Department.

Driving past offices, apartment buildings and
malls all over the Greater Philadelphia area,
he would point proudly and say, “I did that
deal!” He was known for his honesty and
ability to set up “win-win” situations. Ken
was also particularly gifted at and loved
mentoring young lawyers. Ken served as
president of the Jewish Exponent newspaper
from 1998-2001. He also was vice chairman
of the Jewish Federation of Greater Phil-
adelphia, an officer of the Jewish Community
Relations Council, and the first chairman of
the Jewish Information & Referral Service.

He and Shelley were one of six founding fam-
ilies of Or Hadash: A Reconstructionist Con-
gregation, now in Ft. Washington. During his
retirement, Ken volunteered for 10 years as a
docent at the Philadelphia Zoo, where he
would station himself with a bear claw and
give kids a “high paw” or hold a penguin pelt
and tell jokes before delving into penguin
facts. He loved conducting early morning
tours for the zoo’s sleepover program for
kids. On one of Ken’s favorite trips, he and
Shelley sailed to Antarctica where Ken, well
into his 60s, took the “polar plunge,” diving
into the frigid waters. He also particularly en-
joyed three nights sleeping in a tent in the
Moroccan Sahara and a photo safari in Bot-
swana. It amused him to hear people ask,
“You went where?” When he received his
diagnosis, with its 3-to-6-month median sur-
vival rate and was told he had probably 1 to 2
years to live, Ken noted that he went to M.I.T.

and understood the principle of a bell-shaped
curve. Somebody, he said, needed to be on
the positive extreme and it might as well be
him. Contributions in his memory may be
made to the Female Hebrew Benevolent Soci-
ety. JOSEPH LEVINE and SONS
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SINGER TANNENBAUM
Ruth Rosenfeld (nee Granoff), 100, of Phil-
adelphia, passed away peacefully on May 25,
2019. She was a retired office manager, and
worked with Town Watch to help remove illi-
cit drug activity from her neighborhood, re-
ceiving an award for her efforts from the Phil-
adelphia Police Dept. in 2000. Sadly missed
by her devoted daughter, Lana Forrester; her
nieces: Nadine Granoff and Renee Rosenfeld,
as well as by numerous cousins and friends.

She was pre-deceased by her husband, Paul
Rosenfeld; her parents: Harry and Anna Gran-
off, and her brothers: Arthur Granoff and Dr.

Leonard Granoff. There will be a Celebration
of Ruth’s Life on a future date. Donations in
Ruth’s memory may be sent to The Little
Shul, Congregation Shivte Yeshuron – Ezras
Israel, 2015 S. 4 th St., Philadelphia, PA 19148
GOLDSTEINS' ROSENBERG'S
RAPHAEL-SACKS RUBIN
Asher E. Rubin, June 18, 2019 of Wyn-
newood, PA. Beloved husband of Harriet (nee
Slass); loving father of Ellan Rubin Bernstein
(Leonard), Jessica Rubin Klein (Mitchell),
and Bettina Rubin (Timothy Isle); adoring
grandfather of Mathew, Suzanne, Lisa, Sam,
Margo and Lucy; devoted brother of the late
Jack Rubin and the late Howard Rubin. In lieu
of flowers, contributions in his memory may
be made to The B'Nai Brith House, 8000 So-
ciety Drive, Claymont, DE 19703 or to a char-
ity of the donor's choice.

JOSEPH LEVINE & SONS
RUBIN Jack Rubin, 98, of Pompano Beach, FL,
formerly of Bala Cynwyd, PA, passed away at
home on May 17, 2019.Devoted husband of
Harriet (Nee Greenspan), brother of Asher
Rubin (Harriet), Howard Rubin (Sandie) of
blessed memory and brother-in -law of Amy
Greenspan Maltzman. Beloved father of Mar-
sha Zidel Bourak (Moshe), Barbara Ayes (Mi-
chael), and Lee Scott Rubin, of blessed
memory. Loving Poppy of David Zidel
(Marnie), Lyle Ayes (Anna), Jennifer Zidel,
Leslee Schneider (Peter), Lauren Rose (Alex),
Jared Ayes (Michelle). Cherished great
grandfather of eleven great grandchildren.

Contributions in his memory may be made to
the Lee Scott Rubin Memorial Scholarship
Fund, C/O Lee Scott Rubin Memorial Fund,
430 Sprague Road, Penn Valley, PA 19072 or
any charity of the donor’s choice.

JOSEPH LEVINE and SONS
SANDBERG Allen Sandberg, 87, of Philadelphia PA died
on Thursday May 30, 2019 at Doylestown
Hospital, leaving his family and friends. He
was born on August 10th, 1931 of the late
Claire Mattenson and Myer Sandberg. He is
predeceased by his son, Kurt Sandberg. Al-
len was an artist, and was married to his
bride, Myrna (nee Snyder) Sandberg for 62
years. He was a jazz enthusiast and a proud
veteran of the U.S. Army serving his country
in the Korean War.He received the Bronze
Star for valor for his actions during the battle
at Pork Chop Hill. Allen is survived by his
wife, Myrna Sandberg, daughters Tracy
Sandberg and Jamie (nee Sandberg) Beren-
baum, daughter-in-law Marlynn (nee Porit-
sky) Sandberg; and grandchildren; Alec and
Jake Berenbaum, Molly and Maddie Sand-
berg. Per Allen’s request, services will be
held privately by the family. Memorial dona-
tions can be made to: The Korean War Veter-
ans Memorial Foundation.

SCHIFFRIN SUSAN WENDIE SCHIFFRIN, 65, of Bryn
Mawr, PA, proud and loving mother of An-
drew L. Schiffrin, sister of Richard (Barbara)
and the late Peter (Cynthia) passed away
peacefully on May 27th, 2019. She is sur-
vived by her four beloved nephews David
(Courtney), Daniel, Philip and Benjamin
Schiffrin and great-nephew Max. She was
predeceased by parents Albert and Beverly
Schiffrin. In lieu of flowers the family re-
quests that donations be made to Abramson
C a n c e r C e n t e r a t t h e U n i v e r s i t y of
Pennsylvania, the Francisvale Home for
Smaller Animals in Radnor or a charity of the
donors' choice.

JOSEPH LEVINE & SONS
Morris Schwartz on May 28, 2019. Beloved
husband of the late Miriam (nee Kirson). Lov-
ing father of Glenn (Sherry) Schwartz and the
late Debbie Cohen. Father-in-law of Robert
(Ellen) Cohen. Adored grandfather of Beth
and Melissa. Contributions in his memory
may be made to AMVETS, 4647 Forbes Blvd.,
Lanham, MD 20706.

GOLDSTEINS’ ROSENBERG’S
RAPHAEL-SACKS SCHWARTZ
Seymour “Sy” Schwartz on May 26. Beloved
husband of Rosella (nee Cooper). Loving
father of Susan (Marc) Kallman and Karyn
(Leiv) Blad. Cherished PopPop to Sara and
Erik. Dear brother-in-law of Maxine Schwartz,
and Hyman and Ann Cooper. Sy was prede-
ceased by brothers Gerald and Burton
Schwartz and sister Cheryl Zebroski. He
served his country honorably in the Korean
War for over two years. Upon his return
home, Sy met and fell in love with Rosella,
and they remained a loving couple for over
60 years. He founded Brothers Very Beautiful
Shoes, the first discount, high-fashion wo-
men’s shoe business in the Philadelphia area.

The big shoe companies were so fearful of
his new startup that they sued Sy to shut him
down, but Sy persevered, and his loyal cus-
tomers loved him for it. He later became
President and Designer of Fantasy Shoe Col-
lections. Sy’s hard work and dedication al-
lowed him to provide opportunities to his two
daughters that he did not have as a child, and
he leaves this world having made it a better
place for his wife, his daughters, and his
grandchildren. We are forever grateful for his
love, his strength, and his kindness, and we
will be blessed by his memory forever. Con-
tributions in his memory may be made to
Alzheimer's Association.

GOLDSTEINS' ROSENBERG'S
RAPHAEL-SACKS SHEPPARD
Lonnie Sheppard, Age 79, June 15, 2019, of
Huntingdon Valley, PA. Devoted husband of
Davene Sheppard. Father of Alan (Leslie)
Sheppard and Scott (Karen) Sheppard.

Grandfather of Josh, Sydney, Danielle, Mir-
anda and Zac. Brother of Barry Sheppard,
Marlene Bandler, the late Minnie Belas and
the late Mark Sheppard. Lonnie was the pro-
prietor of Deelon Decorators from the
1960’s-1990’s (The Man With the Golden
Touch), and Delon Autos from the 1970’s-
1990’s. Lonnie’s passion centered around
autos. Contributions can be made to Pancre-
atic Cancer Action network, www.pancan.org
PLATT MEMORIAL CHAPELS, INC.

SILVERMAN Eleanor A. Silverman (nee Bobman), on May
27, 2019. Beloved wife of the late Ronald;
loving mother of Beth (Carl) Souba, Michael
(Kimberly) Silverman and the late Suzanne
(Bruce) Feintstein ; cherished grandmother of
Grace Silverman, Hannah and Benjamin
Souba, Michael and Joshua Feinstein; ad-
ored aunt of Roberta (Don) Shapiro and
Eileen Cohen. Graveside Services, Sunday,
June 23rd, 11:00 AM precisely, at Shalom
Memorial Park, 25 Byberry Rd, Huntingdon
Valley, PA 19006. In lieu of flowers, contri-
butions in her memory may be made to
Ovarian Cancer Fund, University of Washing-
ton. SIMON
R. Morton Simon, beloved husband of Joann
(nee Myers). Devoted father of Robert Simon,
Dr. James Simon and David (Stephanie) Si-
mon. Proud grandfather of Rebecca, Sarah,
Zachary, Alexandra and Hannah. He was a
graduate of Simon Gratz High School, Drexel
Institute of Technology and Harvard Uni-
versity. Retired officer from the US Navy and
retired president of Pyramid Products. The
family requests that contributions in his
memory be made to Congregation Beth Or.

JOSEPH LEVINE and SONS
Maxine B. Singer (nee Taplinger), on May 28,
2019; of Huntingdon Valley, PA; beloved wife
of 58 years to Edward R.; loving mother of
Howard (Pam) Singer, Stuart (Sonya) Singer,
Andrea (James) Priadka and Jeffrey Singer;
devoted sister of Beverly R. Taplinger; cher-
ished Mom-Mom of Morgan, Amanda, and
Rebecca Priadka, Frank Singer and Brandon
Singer. In lieu of flowers, contributions in her
memory may be made to any Cancer related
charity or a donation of blood to the Americ-
an Red Cross.

JOSEPH LEVINE & SONS
SPECTER Marc Leroy Specter, May 27, 2019. Beloved
husband of Elane (nee Katz) of Marlton, NJ.

Loving and devoted father and stepfather of
Jodie (Dr. Daniel) Klein, Dr. Richard (Lisa)
Specter, Marc (Ann) Sonstein and Ned Son-
stein. Cherished brother of Joan (Jay) Albert.

Adoring "grandpapa" of Ryan, Cole, Isaac,
Matthew and Hannah. While a financial plan-
ner by profession, his true passion in life was
as a poet, author, storyteller and fiercely loy-
al friend to not only his Central High class-
mates and Penn State Beta Sig brothers, but
to all he ever met. His unconditional love and
kindness will not be forgotten by all who
knew him, especially his loving wife and fam-
ily. Contributions in his memory may be
made to Golden Slipper Club and Charities,
c/o Marc Specter "Jersey Devil" Camp Fire
Site Fund.

JOSEPH LEVINE and SONS
STERN David M. Stern, on May 25, 2019, of Haver-
town, PA. Beloved husband of the late Janet
L. (nee Lichtenstein) Stern. Loving father of
Joshua J. Stern and Rebecca S. Stern (Neil
Dolinger), brother of Jane S. Greenberger
and devoted grandfather of Julia S. Dolinger
and Riley S. Stern. Contributions in his
memory may be made to the Alzheimer's As-
sociation or to The University of Chicago, Gift
Administration and Business Data, 5235 S.

Harper Court, 4th Floor, Chicago, IL 60615.

JOSEPH LEVINE and SONS
Geraldine "Gerri" Tannenbaum (nee Garrison),
age 86, passed away May 26, 2019. Beloved
wife of Norman Sassler. Loving mother of
Randi (Wayne Morse) Tannenbaum, Dr. Alan
(Anna May) Tannenbaum, Dr. Amy (Michael)
Fitzsimmons, and Dr. David (Jessica)
Tannenbaum. Gerri adored her many grand-
children as well as her extended family mem-
bers. Contributions in her memory may be
made to the Alzheimer's Association 399
Market St. Suite #102, Phila PA 19106.

GOLDSTEINS’ ROSENBERG’S
RAPHAEL-SACKS TWERSKY
Elliott Twersky, on May 27, 2019. Husband
of Susan (nee Milner), father of Joshua
(Vicki) Twersky and Stacy (Dan) Beller;
brother of Mel (Shelly) Twersky, Judy (the
late Zalman) Beigel and the late Simmy (the
late Sol) Oxenhandler; grandfather of Lily
Twersky, Julia Twersky, Sam Beller and Edie
Beller. Contributions in his memory may be
made to Temple Beth El-Ner Tamid, 715 Pax-
on Hollow Road, Broomall, PA 19008, or to
American Diabetes Association, 150 Monu-
ment Road, Ste. 100, Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004
GOLDSTEINS' ROSENBERG'S
RAPHAEL-SACKS MEMORIALS
EISENBERG September 27, 1960 - June 7, 2017
In Loving Memory Of My Beloved Son
STUART ALAN EISENBERG
Remembering you is
easy, I do it every day.

Missing you is a heartache
that never goes away.

Your loving Mom,
Lois Eisenberg
SUGAR Miklos Sugar, May 24, 2019 of Audubon, PA.

Beloved Husband of his first wife, the late
Hedwig Yael (nee Ostry) Sugar. Devoted hus-
band of his dear and second wife, Ruth Gold
Sugar, (nee Lipsky). Father of Ronit Sugar
(Robert Schiowitz) and Arnon Sugar (Lynn
Scovill). Stepfather of Steven Gold and
Debbie Callahan (nee Gold). Also survived by
seven grandchildren. Born in Hungary in
1923; survived the Holocaust; emigrated in
1950 and helped build the nascent state of Is-
rael; served as a doctor in the IDF in two
wars; started a loving family; moved to the
US in 1968; worked as a pediatric neurolo-
gist; retired in 1998; enjoyed the next 20
years traveling, becoming a locally ac-
claimed artist; then passed quietly and grace-
fully surrounded by loved ones. All with
boundless love, compassion, patience, and
humor. The family requests that contribu-
tions in his memory be made to The Parkin-
sons Foundation or the United States Holo-
caust Memorial Museum.

JOSEPH LEVINE & SONS
SWERLOW Ilenne Yvonne Swerlow (nee Dinenberg) on
June 3, 2019. Wife of the late Harvey Swerd-
low. Mother of Lisa (Mark) Oser; Grandmoth-
er of Halie Jewel Oser. Ilenne retired from the
Philadelphia Post Office after 35 years. Con-
tributions in her memory may be made to
Susan G. Komen for the Cure, or St. Jude
Children’s Research Hospital.

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