A Community Remembers Jewish Exponent Death Notices March 2021 Sponsored by Goldsteins’, Rosenberg’s, Raphael-Sacks, Inc. M arch 2021 D eath N otices BADAR DEATH NOTICES DEATH NOTICES BADER Terry Bader, (nee Weisberg) of Philadelphia, formerly of Elkins Park, died on February 11, 2021 after a short illness. Beloved wife of the late Samuel, she is survived by her loving children, Linda Taxin (Joel), Janis Bader (Mi- chael) O'Connor, and Mark Bader, grandchil- dren Ellyn Burger (Shaun), Scott Taxin (Ari- elle) and great grandchildren, Maysen Taxin and Sloan Burger. Due to covid-19 precau- tions, services were private. In lieu of flowers, contributions in her memory may be made to the SPCA or any animal organiza- tion. BARG Judith Barg (nee Naden), March 16, 2021 of Haverford, PA; beloved wife of the late Her- bert; loving mother of Matthew Slepin (Di- ane) and Merritt Rollins (David Fuller); step- mother of Douglas Barg (Robin) and Robynn Barg; devoted sister of Naomi Rosborough; cherished grandmother of Michael, Molly, Alex, Cali, Lucy, Sarah and Ben. Funeral ser- vices were private. Contributions in Judith’s memory may be made to the Jewish National Fund (jnf.org). JOSEPH LEVINE and SONS www.levinefuneral.com BOARDMAN Dr. Steven Boardman on February 26, 2021. Beloved husband of Lynda (nee Kuzmarov); Loving father of Samuel Boardman and Dav- id Boardman; Devoted brother of Kenneth (Barbara) Boardman. Dr. Boardman was a musician, a rare book collector, and a life- long scholar. Contributions to his memory may be made to ZAKA and Congregation Mel- rose B'nai Israel Emanu-El. GOLDSTEINS' ROSENBERG'S RAPHAEL-SACKS www.goldsteinsfuneral.com BRANDMAN Sylvan (“Sye”) Brandman passed away on March 2, 2021 at his home in Philadelphia. He is survived by his loving children, grand- children and great grandchildren. Sye was a WWII veteran, serving as a captain in the Army. At 104, he was a role model for phys- ical fitness, exercising daily until the day he died. Throughout his life, he was an avid pho- tographer, bowler and golfer. He was cher- ished by his many friends, his wife, Ita, who passed away in 2017, and the rest of his fam- ily. He will be missed. GOLDSTEINS’ ROSENBERG’S RAPHAEL-SACKS www.goldsteinsfuneral.com A Community Remembers Monthly archives of Jewish Exponent Death Notices are available online. www.JewishExponent.com Honor the memory of your loved one... Call 215.832.0749 to place your memorial. www.JewishExponent.com 2 MARCH 2021 DEATH NOTICES COHEN Ina Burwasser (nee Silikovitz),passed away peacefully on March 11, 2021. Loving moth- er of Faith Burwasser. Beloved wife of the late Marvin Burwasser. Sister of Dr. Ronald (Ar- lene) Silikovitz. Aunt to Andrew and Harvey Silikovitz. Proud grandmother to a trio of cats. Graveside services will be private. Contributions in her memory may be made to Broadway Cares/ Equity Fights Aid s (https://broadwaycares.org/), The Alzheimer’s Association (https://www.alz.org/), or any other favorite charity. GOLDSTEINS' ROSENBERG'S RAPHAEL-SACKS www.goldsteinsfuneral.com BAGELLE Carmela Bagelle (nee Ishayek). Beloved mother of Vivian (Gene) Saftlas, Danny Ba- gelle and Lisa (Stuart) Mickelberg. Devoted sister of Haskel (Julia) Amit, Shaul (Nili) Amit, and Dalia (Shlomo) Slutzky. Also sur- vived by five loving grandchildren, Jessica, Sophia, Joshua, Kayla, and Jordi. Due to Covid-19 services and interment will be private. Contributions in her memory may be made to a charity of the donor's choice. JOSEPH LEVINE and SONS www.levinefuneral.com DEATH NOTICES BURWASSER BRENT Robert L. Brent passed away at home on Feb- ruary 24, 2021 at the age of 93. He was born of Polish Jewish immigrant parents, Charles and Rose Brent, in Rochester, NY in October 1927. He attended school in Rochester and then obtained a Bachelor’s degree, followed by a PhD, and then finally an MD. He married his high school sweetheart, Lillian Brent, dur- ing his education. His first two children, Dav- id and James, were born in Rochester. He then moved to Boston and then Washington, DC where Lawrence was born. His family fi- nally settled in Philadelphia where Deborah was born. Robert was a man of incredible physical strength and stamina and unending energy until his final years. He was recruited by Thomas Jefferson University at the age 31. He built the Department of Pediatrics from 3 to over 90 faculty over the almost 30 years of his tenure. He was Professor of Pe- diatrics, Radiology, and Anatomy. He was the third Distinguished Professor in Jefferson’s history. He received three teaching awards from national organizations. He received the Distinguished Alumnus Award of the Uni- versity of Rochester, Robley Evans Medal, Taylor Lectureship and Prize, and the John Scott Award. He was a member of the Insti- tute of Medicine and the National Academy of Sciences. He maintained funding for his laboratory for over 40 years from the NIH and other organizations and made many scientif- ic discoveries publishing over 500 manuscripts, several books, and was the ed- itor of “Teratology” for 17 years. He de- scribed several basic principles of embry- ology including hypothesizing the existence of embryonic stem cells in 1953. He trained many medical students, pediatric residents, and young scientists, many of whom be- came life-long friends. He established the Health Physics Society Pregnancy website through which he counseled thousands of pregnant women using the internet who had exposures giving the necessary information to make critical decisions. He was invited to give many presentations around the world. He was also an avid tennis player until the age of 82. Lillian was the saver and Robert was the investor. They were great benefact- ors to the causes that were close to their hearts. These included Thomas Jefferson University, University of Rochester, and Jew- ish charities. Robert and Lillian established several endowed positions at Jefferson, sev- eral scholarships for medical students, and an endowment for Alumni giving. The Uni- versity of Rochester School of Medicine White Coat Ceremony is named in their hon- or. After the death of James, Robert and Lil- lian donated money to the Curtis Institute of Music in Philadelphia including a scholarship in memory of their deceased son, Jimmy Brent. Robert never really retired. In his late 80's he continued to work writing papers, consulting, and lecturing until his health failed. In their later years, Robert and Lillian lived half the year in Sarasota only returning full-time to Philadelphia in the last few years. When Lillian, his bride of 71 years, passed away several months ago, he just said, “I loved her very much”. In his final days, he rested in bed and was cared for by wonder- ful home health aids, Jeanette, Paula, and Ann. He is predeceased by his son, James, and survived by children: David (Nancy), Lawrence (Gina), and Deborah (Joseph); 11 grandchildren: Rebecca, Daniel, Alyssa, Jac- ob, Joshua, James, Julia, Rachel, Hannah, Jonathan, Michael; and 16 great grandchil- dren. WEST LAUREL HILL FUNERAL HOME www.westlaurelhill.com BURWASSER Ina Burwasser (nee Silikovitz), passed away peacefully on March 11, 2021. Loving moth- er of Faith Burwasser. Beloved wife of the late Marvin Burwasser. Sister of Dr. Ronald (Ar- lene) Silikovitz. Aunt to Andrew and Harvey Silikovitz. Proud grandmother to a trio of cats. Graveside services were private. Con- tributions in her memory may be made to Broadway Cares/ Equity Fights Aid s (https://broadwaycares.org/), The Alzheimer’s Association (https://www.alz.org/), or any other favorite charity. GOLDSTEINS' ROSENBERG'S RAPHAEL-SACKS www.goldsteinsfuneral.com CARSON Rose Merion Carson, 102, passed away on March 11, 2021, peacefully after a short ill- ness. She was born and raised in Phil- adelphia, and was a long-time member of Adath Tikvah-Montefiore, and active in Sister- hood. She worked as an office manager for Lincoln National Life Insurance for many years. She is survived by her sons Larry (Yvonne), and Richard (Joann), grandchil- dren Matthew (Aarathi) and Ellen (Alex) and 2 great grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband Herbert and daughter Julie. Spe- cial thanks to the kind and caring staff of the Village at Mariner’s Point in East Haven, CT, where Rose lived for the past 5 years. Me- morial donations may be made in Rose’s name to a charity of her choice. GOLDSTEINS' ROSENBERG'S RAPHAEL-SACKS www.goldsteinsfuneral.com COHEN Gilbert S. Cohen, CPA, passed away peace- fully on January 25, 2021. Husband of Rhoda (Block) for over 65 years. Loving father of Amy (Rabbi Barry Blum), Marian (Evjatar Co- hen) and David (Mindy Saifer). Poppy to Ira Blum, Risa Waldoks, Shoshana Blum, Leonie Cohen, Rebecca Cohen, Julie Cohen, Emmy Cohen and Molly Cohen. He was born and raised in Phila. and Upper Darby. He was a Corporal in the U.S. Army during The Korean War, stationed in Louisville Kentucky. He graduated from the University of Pennsylvania. He was a Certified Public Ac- countant and taught for many years first at Peirce Jr. College and then at Montgomery County Community College. Services are private due to Covid restrictions. Contribu- tions in his memory can be made payable to Montgomery County Community College ref- erencing The Gilbert S. Cohen, CPA Scholar- ship Fund at Montgomery County Com- munity College, 340 Dekalb Pike, Blue Bell, PA 19422. JOSEPH LEVINE and SONS www.levinefuneral.com On Wednesday, March 10th, Dr. Paul Cohen, loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, passed away at age 88. Paul was born June 5th, 1932 in Queens, New York to Frieda and Benjamin Cohen. On September, 4, 1955, he married Marilyn, his wife of 65-years. They raised two daughters Penny Rednor and Marcy Hockfield. Paul was a doctor of Optometry and practiced in Mor- risville, Pennsylvania for over 40 years. Paul was a passionate Philadelphia sports fan and an avid reader. He was known for his kind and compassionate spirit and his unpar- alleled listening skills. Paul is survived by his wife Marilyn, his brother Allen, his two chil- dren, Penny and Marcy, four grandchildren Danielle, Avi, Jenifer and Sam, and 3 great- children, Gabriel, Isabelle and Oliver. He will be greatly missed. Contributions in his memory may be made to a charity of the donor's choice. Services were private. GOLDSTEINS' ROSENBERG'S RAPHAEL-SACKS www.goldsteinsfuneral.com COHEN Solomon Cohen died on March 7, 2021. Be- loved husband of the late Shirley Cohen who died in 2001, loving partner to Joyce Schwartz. Loving father of Neil (Fiona) Co- hen, Michele Cohen (Marc Prizer), and Robin Cohen (Ken Fischer). Devoted Grampsy to Julie Prizer, Lindsay Prizer, Alaina Cohen, Samantha Fischer and Scott Fischer. De- voted brother to Bess Leipziger and the late Sam Cohen and the late Albert Cohen. Sol spent his career as the Chief Financial Officer of Penske Corporation where he was de- voted to the team as well as to his family. Sol was a wonderful loving man that was loved by everyone that met him. He was humble and unassuming. He will be missed terribly. Donations in his memory can be made to Legal Help Center, a non-profit 503(3) law firm that the family has created to help low- income families in Philadelphia with their housing needs. P.O. Box 136, Wynnewood, PA. 19096. Alternatively, you can Venmo @legal-help-center under “business.” GOLDSTEINS’ ROSENBERG’S RAPHAEL-SACKS www.goldsteinsfuneral.com CORNFIELD Barbara “Bobbi” Cornfield, Feb. 14, 2021. Be- loved wife of Martin Strongin. Loving mother of Lori Zdanio and Denise Strongin. Devoted grandmother of Nicholas Zdanio. She was a beautiful woman that was loved by everyone she touched. GOLDSTEINS’ ROSENBERG’S RAPHAEL-SACKS www.goldsteinsfuneral.com CUTLER Eric “Rick” Cutler, age 78, died peacefully at home on March 12, 2021; beloved husband of Esta “Essie” (nee Haimowitz) for 55 years; devoted and proud father of Howie and Emily Cutler, J.J. and Barb Cutler, and Stephanie and David Levin. Adored grandfather of Pax- ton, Lizzy, Izzy, Abby, Matthew, Max, and Jesse. Rick graduated from West Phil- adelphia High School, and earned his under- graduate degree at Penn State University, and his Master’s degree from Temple University. He spent his career as an educator and ad- ministrator in the Philadelphia School Dis- trict, and as principal and director of Hunter’s Run Day Camp in Aston. An avid sports fan, Rick was always crunching stats in his head, and holding out for the next Philadelphia championship win. “You’re a fine human be- ing.” Services were private. Donations can be made in Rick’s memory to Redeemer Health or Phillies Charities. JOSEPH LEVINE and SONS www.levinefuneral.com facebook.com/jewishexponent A Community Remembers Monthly archives of Jewish Exponent Death Notices are available online. www.JewishExponent.com JEWISH EXPONENT TO PLACE A MEMORIAL AD CALL 215.832.0749 FELS DEATH NOTICES DUFFINE June Duffine (nee Rose) Feb. 27, 2021 of Bala Cynwyd. Wife of the late Richard Duffine. Mother of Geoff Duffine (Ruth), An- drea Lee (David Richter), Robin Gootee, Missy Kossar and the late Mark Sapowith; also survived by 12 grandchildren and 10...great grandchildren. Contributions in her memory may be made to ALS Research, Ry- an Wolfe Kossar Foundation and Sebastian Strong Foundation (SebastianStrong.org.) JOSEPH LEVINE & SONS www.levinefuneral .com ENGELSBERG Beatrice N. Engelsberg (nee Ginsburg) on March 8, 2021. Beloved wife of the late Dr. Paul Novack and the late Allan Engelsberg; Loving mother of Ilene Novack and Janet No- vack; Devoted grandmother of Paul Novack Golob and Dr. Stephanie Novack Golob. Ser- vices and interment were private. Contribu- tions in her memory may be made to Coven- ant House PA, 31 E. Armat St., Phila. PA 19144, www.covenanthousepa.org GOLDSTEINS' ROSENBERG'S RAPHAEL-SACKS www.goldsteinsfuneral.com ERNEST Karen M. Ernest (nee Berstein) on March 16, 2021. Beloved wife of Dr. Brad Ernest. Lov- ing mother of Hana Ernest Hudson (Andrew) and Rachel Ernest. Dear sister of Michael Berstein. Daughter of Norma Wolf. Graveside services were private. Contributions in her memory may be made to any Mispallelim School Funds at Ohev Shalom. GOLDSTEINS' ROSENBERG'S RAPHAEL-SACKS www.goldsteinsfuneral.com FEIGENBERG Evelyn Feigenberg (nee Beer) on February 18, 2021 at the age of 84. Wife of the late Dr. Marvin E. Feigenberg; mother of Andrew (Barbara) Feigenberg, Sheri (Gregg) Hensel and Dr. Steven (Khue) Feigenberg; grand- mother of Jacob, Matthew and Isabelle Fei- genberg, Bobby (Laurie) Feigenberg and Staci (fiancé David Steen) Feigenberg. Born in 1936 in Vienna, Austria to William and Lina Beer where they escaped to Switzerland in 1938 due to the Nazi’s imminent invasion of Austria. The family lived in Schaffhausenuntil 1941 when they immigrated to the United States sailing from Portugal. Evelyn was a graduate of Girls High and Temple University and taught elementary school and special education for the Philadelphia School Sys- tem until she retired in 1993. Contributions in her memory may be made to the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum 100 Raoul Wallenberg Place SW, Washington DC 20024-2126. GOLDSTEINS’ ROSENBERG’S RAPHAEL-SACKS www.goldsteinsfuneral.com FELS William Charles Fels, 79, passed away on March 5, 2021. Husband of Bernice (nee Bel- liveau) and the late Eileen (nee Stein). Father of Eric (Amy) Fels. Grandfather of Allyson and Brenna Fels. Graveside Services were held at Shalom Memorial Park. Contributions in his memory may be made to the Jewish Day School of the Lehigh Valley. www.gold- steinsfuneral.com GOLDSTEINS’ ROSENBERG’S RAPHAEL-SACKS www.goldsteinsfuneral.com TO PLACE A MEMORIAL AD CALL 215.832.0749 JEWISHEXPONENT.COM FREEMARK M arch 2021 D eath N otices DEATH NOTICES DEATH NOTICES DEATH NOTICES FREEMARK HARMAN KATES Morton Freemark on February 23, 2021. Be- loved husband of the late Molly (nee Blum- berg); Loving father of Stuart (Terry) Free- mark, Michael (Anne) Freemark and Wendy (Daniel) Criden; Devoted grandfather of Emanuel (Luzzi), Avi (Katherine), Matan (Jas- mine), Galit (Alon), Yoni, Samara (Ben) and Yonnie (Daniel); Adoring great-grandfather of Lupo, Caio, Maya, Gabriella, Joshua, Julien, Theo and Emma. Services and interment were private. Contributions in his memory may be made to Cutaneous Lymphoma Foundation, www.clfoundation.org GOLDSTEINS' ROSENBERG'S RAPHAEL-SACKS www.goldsteinsfuneral.com Ruth Janis Harman (nee Rothman), on March 1, 2021, of Phoenixville, PA, formerly of Audubon, PA. Wife of the late Solomon Leon Harman. Beloved mother of David Worth Har- man (Marlene Keesler), Wendy Joan Garrett (Dale) and Bennett Marc Harman (Elisabeth Handley) also survived by five grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Ruth was a School Librarian, Sculptor and a lifelong Ve- getarian. Contributions in her memory may be made to Congregation Or Shalom, 835 Darby Paoli Road, Berwyn, PA 19312. JOSEPH LEVINE and SONS www.levinefuneral.com Allan Kates on March 11, 2021. Allan left the world as he lived, surrounded by love, punc- tual, with impeccably styled hair and the stock market up. He will be forever loved by his wife of 67 years, Joan Kates, (nee Mamolen); their two children Marcia (Stuart) Conston and Michael (Fran) Kates; his 6 grandchildren Dan (Kara Genderson) Con- ston, Adam (Rachelle) Conston, Jacqui (Zach) Agins and Jason Kates; and his 3 great grandchildren, Charley, Sam, and Spen- cer. Funeral services were private. JOSEPH LEVINE and SONS www.levinefuneral.com HECKLIN KESTELMAN FRIEDMAN It is with tremendous sadness and grief that we announce the passing of Lawrence “Larry” E. Hecklin of Buckingham, PA, at the age of 55, on February 17, 2021. Larry was a graduate of Cheltenham High School and Hartford University, where he earned his un- dergraduate degree. He spent most of his ca- reer as VP of Sales in Live Events. Larry loved what he did for a living and was great at it. He is survived by his beloved wife Mindi Hecklin (nee Zavodnick). Loving father to Jacob and Joshua Hecklin. Cherished son of Shirley Hecklin (nee Goldberg) and the late Dr. Oscar B. “O.B.” Hecklin. Dear brother of Brenda Hecklin. Larry also leaves behind close relatives and many loving devoted friends whom he cherished. If you wish to honor his memory contributions may be made to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation 555 Croton Rd. Suite 111, King of Prussia PA 19406 www.jdrf.org or to a char- ity of the donor’s choice. Funeral Services are private due to Covid restrictions. GOLDSTEINS' ROSENBERG'S RAPHAEL-SACKS www.goldsteinsfuneral.com Reba Friedman (nee Liebman) Feb. 23, 2021. Wife of the late Paul, mother of Dr. Alan (Patti) Friedman, sister of Sol Liebman, grandmother of Lee (Erica) Friedman, Scott Friedman and Jessica (Eric) Shoemaker, great grandmother of Dylan, Lexie, Jack and Tanner. Graveside Services were private. Contributions in her memory may be made to American Cancer Society, 1818 Market Street, Suite 2820, Philadelphia, PA 19103 www.cancer.org GOLDSTEINS' ROSENBERG'S RAPHAEL-SACKS www.goldsteinsfuneral.com GRAVES Frieda Graves (nee Kimmelman) February 20, 2021. Mother of Laurie Bronstein, Jo Ann O'Donnell and the late Betsy Barth Bronstein. Also survived by three grandchildren Abbi- gayl (nee Bunnell) Flores, Sylvia Bunnell and Hannah Bunnell, two great grandchildren and many other loving family and friends. Frieda was a celebrated ceramic artist, floral artist and culinary master, where everything she touched was transformed by her love and unique perspective. Services and interment were private. Contributions in her memory may be made to the Cheltenham Center for the Arts. JOSEPH LEVINE and SONS www.levinefuneral.com GROSS Helen R. Gross, March 13, 2021, of Rydal, PA. Adored wife of Harry S. Gross, z"l; loving mom of Jeffrey (Janna) Gross and Betty Gross Eisenberg (fiancé Barry E. Bressler, z"l); cherished GM of Benjamin, Andrea, Rachel (Stuart), and Joshua (Sana), and to Allison (Edward) and Michelle; and precious GG of Aaron and Danny, and to Gabrielle and Sophie. Funeral and interment were private. In lieu of flowers, the family requests contri- butions to Old York Road Temple - Beth Am, Abington, PA, or a charity of the donor's choice. JOSEPH LEVINE and SONS www.levinefuneral.com HAAS Roslyn Haas (nee Blender), passed away on February 24, 2021. Wife of the late Irvin Haas for 45 years. Mother of Stuart (Susan) Haas and of the late Brett Haas and the late Gregory Haas. Longtime Companion of Nor- man Kravitz. Grandmother of Molly Haas, Allyson Haas, Brenna Haas and Cody Haas. Graveside Services were held February 28th at Shalom Memorial Park. Contributions in her memory may be made to the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation of America. GOLDSTEINS’ ROSENBERG’S RAPHAEL-SACKS www.goldsteinsfuneral.com HONOR THE MEMORY OF YOUR LOVED ONE... CALL 215-832-0749 JEWISHEXPONENT.COM HOFFMAN Arnold Jay Hoffman, born December 29, 1941, passed away in the early hours of March 11, 2021, after a hard fought battle with Alzheimer’s disease. Arnie was born and raised in his beloved Philadelphia, graduat- ing from the 211 th Central High School Class. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Temple University and a Master’s Degree from The University of Massachusetts. After moving to the Washington, D.C. metro area, he enjoyed a long and successful career as an economist with the federal government, first with the Department of Labor, and then with the Department of Transportation, Fed- eral Aviation Administration, where he per- formed complex economic analyses on air- craft safety regulations. He was an avid read- er and historian, and enjoyed visits with his daughter and her family, jazz music, nature walks, connecting his extended family with one another, and following jewish athletes. He loved attending his Central High reunions and cheering on the Temple Owls. He is pre- ceded in death by his mother Pearl Moravin- sky and his father Aaron Hoffman. He is sur- vived by his loving younger brother, Howard Hoffman (Gail), devoted daughter, Amanda Manes (Russell), adoring grandchildren, Levi and Dena, former wife Barbara Hoberman, and many cousins, aunts and uncles. Contri- butions in his memory may be made to the Alzheimer's Association (act.alz.org) or to Magen David Adom in Israel (mdais.org). To place a Memorial Ad call 215.832.0749 Selma Aida Kestelman (nee Shrager), 97, died February 20, 2021 in Fort Myers, Florida. Born at home in West Philadelphia to Lillian and Harry, married to Jack, mother to Bruce (Laurie), grammom to Josh and Amy (Keith Murphy), GGSelma to Eleanor and Sally. Sis- ter to Jack (Gwen), Morton (Simone) and David (Pearlee). Daughter-in-law to Minnie and Boris, sister-in-law to Gladys and Maurice Brahin. Niece, aunt, great aunt and cousin to many. Business associate, friend and bridge partner. At 87 left Philadelphia and the snow. KORNBERG Fredric Kornberg on February 17, 2021. Be- loved husband of the late Annise (nee Boles); Loving father of Eric Kornberg, Kevin (Lore- lie) Greber, Steven Greber and the late Jason Kornberg; Adoring grandfather of Ian and Caroline; Devoted uncle of Dr. Bruce (Merle) Kornberg; Dear friend of Garth Weldon. Ser- vices and interment were private. Contribu- tions in his memory may be made to Jewish Federation of Greater Phila., 2100 Arch St., Phila., PA 19103. GOLDSTEINS ROSENBERG'S RAPAEL-SACKS www.goldsteinsfuneral.com LEAR Marilyn Ann Cheskis Lear (nee Goldsmith) age 83, of Bensalem, PA., died peacefully on January 13, 2021. She was born on August 19, 1937 in Philadelphia, daughter of the late Norman and Rebecca Goldsmith, and sister to the late Arnette Sulman and Sidney Gold- smith. Marilyn graduated from Temple Uni- versity in 1959 and worked as a teacher. Later, she became Director of the JCC Klein Branch nursery school program from 1985 until her retirement in 1992. Marilyn volun- teered with many organizations and was known throughout Northeast Philadelphia for her kindness, compassion and her commit- ment to education and Jewish ideals. Wife of Robert Lear and the late Eugene Cheskis. Mother of David Cheskis, Neal (Heather) Cheskis and Joel (Mandy) Cheskis. Step mother of Joe (JC) Lear and Andrew (Deena) Lear. Grandmother of Etana, Hallel, Noah, Shay, Devorah, Rena, Chloe, Jacob, Ethan and Ryan. The family requests that contribu- tions in her memory may be made to your fa- vorite charity. GOLDSTEINS' ROSENBERG'S RAPHAEL-SACKS www.goldsteinsfuneral.com To place a Memorial Ad call 215.832.0749 www.JewishExponent.com JEWISH EXPONENT DEATH NOTICES MENKOWITZ DEATH NOTICES LISKER LESSACK It is with tremendous sadness and grief that we announce the death of Amy Lessack of Blue Bell, PA, who passed on February 20, 2021, after a long battle with breast cancer at the age of 55. Amy was a graduate of Upper Dublin High School and Penn State Uni- versity, where she earned both undergradu- ate and masters degrees. Her 30-year career was spent in the financial and health care sectors, during which she was a Vice Presid- ent at First Union and a Senior Vice Presid- ent at Wells Fargo. Most recently, at Ameri- sourceBergen, she was a Director in its cor- porate university. Throughout her life, Amy was a passionate advocate, serving on the boards of Living Beyond Breast Cancer (LB- BC) and YMCA Camp Tockwogh. She was proud of the mission of LBBC and the assist- ance it provided. She was, however, happiest at Camp Tockwogh. She looked forward to attending its family camp every August so that she could spend time with her fabulous friends — playing tennis, waterskiing and hanging out at the Tiki, laughing and telling stories along the way. Diagnosed with breast cancer at 36, Amy fought an inspiring 19- year battle while supporting — and finding support in — others refusing to be defined by the disease. Regardless of the obstacle, she fought with grace and dignity, even in her final moments. Not once did she bemoan the diagnosis; instead, it inspired her to live life to its fullest. Amy was predeceased by her beloved father, Jordan Lessack. She is sur- vived by her mother, Arlene Lessack, and her sister, Abby Lessack (Michael Grendzynski). Amy also leaves behind many loving relat- ives and devoted friends, whom she cher- ished. The family is grateful for their un- wavering support over the years. We feel lucky to have had Amy in our lives, and only wish we had more time with her. May her memory be a blessing. We will miss her dearly. If you would like to honor Amy, please consider contributing to Living Beyond Breast Cancer (https://www.lbbc.org) or Fe- male Hebrew Benevolent Society of Phil- adelphia (https://www.fhbs.org). GOLDSTEINS' ROSENBERG'S RAPHAEL-SACKS www.goldsteinsfuneral.com LEVY Stanley Levy (August 30, 1937 - March 12, 2021) of Philadelphia, PA. Husband of the late Linda (Day). Father of Heather Taylor, Jason Levy and the late Alicia Levy. Brother of Arlene Borow and the late Alan Levy. Grandfather of Kasey Taylor Porto. Graveside services were held Wednesday March 17, 2021 at Roosevelt Memorial Park. Contribu- tions in his memory may be made to the Can- cer Society of America. JOSEPH LEVINE and SONS www.levinefuneral.com A Community Remembers Monthly archives of Jewish Exponent Death Notices are available online. www.JewishExponent.com Dr. Sheldon Alan Lisker of Lafayette Hill, PA, died peacefully in his home on February 21, 2021 at the age of 88. Born in Philadelphia, PA in 1933 to Dr. Samuel Lisker and Dorothy (nee Amsterdam) Lisker, he graduated from Central High School (Class of 1950), the Uni- versity of Pennsylvania (Class of 1954) and the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine (Class of 1958). After completing his one-year medical internship, he served as a physician in the U.S. Air Force from 1959- 61 before returning to Philadelphia, where he completed his medical residency and fellow- ship in 1965. He was an attending physician in Internal Medicine with a specialty in Hem- atology and Oncology at Graduate Hospital in Philadelphia from 1965-1997. He served as the long-time Chief of Hematology-Oncology and the Co-Director of the Graduate Hospital Cancer Center. In addition, he was a Clinical Professor of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine for over 25 years, where he received the Dean’s Award for Excellence in Clinical Teaching in 1990. At the end of his career, he served as a Med- ical Director of VITAS Hospice from 1995- 2009. He was a wonderful and caring physi- cian and mentor who made a lasting impact on his patients, colleagues and students. Sheldon was a lifelong learner who believed in the value of education and passed that on to his four children. He had a passion for classical literature, studying U.S. and European history and listening to classical music and opera. And he was a long-suffer- ing Philadelphia sports fan who was thrilled to see the Eagles finally win the Super Bowl in 2018. In his retirement, he enjoyed read- ing, traveling and spending quality time with his family and lifelong friends. He is survived by his wife Karen (nee Knapp) of nearly 63 years; his brother Joel (Lena) Lisker of McLean, VA; his four children Gary (Mariam) Lisker of Alexandria, VA, Dr. Susan (Ken) Powell of Olympia, WA, Dr. Donna (Peter) Lisker of Tiverton, RI and Marc (Caroline) Lisker of Greenwich, CT; and his eight grand- children Chandini, Manisha, Vitthal, Malati, Charlotte, Luke, Olivia and Ethan. Private family service. In lieu of flowers, contribu- tions can be made in his memory to Doctors Without Borders, Partners In Health or the Lisker Family Scholarship Fund at William Penn Charter School. MENKOWITZ Dr. Elliot Menkowitz, March 5th, 2021 of Pottstown, PA. Husband of Sue Menkowitz (nee Rockower). Father of Michael Menkow- itz (Amy), Marc Menkowitz (Debbie), Mindy Scheier (Greg) and the late Scott Menkowitz; Brother of Bruce Menkowitz (Shelley); Grand- father of Elizabeth, Olivia, Emma, Stella, Oliv- er, Max, Cooper, Beau and Harper. The fam- ily respectfully request that contributions in his memory be made to The Scotty Menkow- itz Memorial Fund at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (Give2.chop.edu). "We will love you forever. There is and never will be any- one like you" JOSEPH LEVINE and SONS www.levinefuneral.com A Community Remembers Monthly archives of Jewish Exponent Death Notices are available online. www.JewishExponent.com HONOR THE MEMORY OF YOUR LOVED ONE... CALL 215-832-0749 MARCH 2021 3 M arch 2021 D eath N otices MILLER DEATH NOTICES DEATH NOTICES DEATH NOTICES MILLER NEWMAN ROSHKOFF Janet Miller (née Conston), of Horsham PA, formally of Elkins Park, PA, passed away peacefully on March 13, 2021. Wife of the late Jack Miller and sister of the late Selma Conston Gumnit. Beloved and best mom to her four children and their families; Michael Miller (Gail), Debbie Miller Boggs (Jerry), Becca Miller Keller (Don) and Barbara Miller Cohen (Marshall). “Gog's" 7 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren are so lucky to have had her in their lives. Janet, a devoted friend and teacher will be missed by all the lives she touched. Contributions in her memory can be made to the Philadelphia Education Fund or Old York Road Temple Beth Am. Graveside services were private. MITTIN Toby Mittin (nee Silberman) on February 18, 2021. Wife of the late Arnie Mitten, devoted mother of Mark (Hannah Bar-Giora) Mitten and the late David Mitten. Service and inter- ment private. Contributions in her memory may be made to the Multiple Sclerosis Soci- ety, 30 S. 17th St., Suite 800, Phila., PA 19103. JOSEPH LEVINE and SONS www.levinefuneral.com MUCHNICK Marilyn Muchnick (nee MARGOLIS) March 3, 2021, of North Wales, PA., formerly of Phila., PA. Mother of Hope Pomerantz and Roger W. Muchnick; grandmother of Alexander, Oliver, William, Avery, Grace and the late Roger Jr.; great grandmother of Jad and Keegan; former wife of the late Jerome B. Muchnick. Services were private. The family respect- fully requests contributions in her memory be made to Congregation Rodeph Shalom or The Wounded Warrior Project. JOSEPH LEVINE and SONS www.levinefuneral.com Esther Newman (nee LEAR) Age 103, March 10, 2021. Wife of the late Louis. Sister of the late Sylvia Delfiner, Sydney Lear and Jules J. Lear. Aunt of Susan Lear Weisgrau (Richard), Robert (late Marilyn) Lear, Seymour (Judy) Delfiner and Marvin (Brenda) Delfiner and the late Sandra (Albert) Lear Taylor. Great aunt of Joseph J. (Jennifer) Lear, Andrew J. (Deena) Lear, Emily Weisgrau (Robert Elwood) and Joshua Weisgrau (Katie McFeely). Great great aunt of Evelyn and Eliana Weisgrau, Chloe and Jacob Lear. Graveside Services were private. Contributions in her memory may be made to a chairty of the donor's choice. GOLDSTEINS' ROSENBERG'S RAPHAEL-SACKS www.goldsteinsfuneral.com PICKER Barbara Picker, January 22, 2021. Dear sis- ter of Marlyn Diamond Rothstein. Loving mother of Jill (Jim) Greene and Glen (Debbie) Welsh. Devoted grandmother of Jimmy (Danielle), Danny (Sara), Matthew and Kayla. Great-grandmother to four beautiful children. PRESS Eric Press on March 10, 2021 – 71 years. Be- loved husband of April (nee Stiebel). Loving Poppy of Shoshanna (Joshua Shane), Melea, Johanna (Daniel White), and Elena Press. Dear brother of Cathy Shields (Chip). Joyful grandfather of Spinoza, Reyzl, and Isador. Devoted professor and colleague in Temple's Fox School of Business. Contributions in his memory may be made to the Eric Press Me- morial Fund c/o Horsham Township Director of Public Works, 1025 Horsham Road, Hor- sham PA 19044 **Please make checks pay- able to Horsham Township – In Memo Line put "Eric Press Fund"** GOLDSTEINS’ ROSENBERG’S RAPHAEL-SACKS www.goldsteinsfuneral.com RAEFSKY Manuel “Manny” Raefsky, born April 1934 in Philadelphia. Passed away February 22, 2021. Lover of music, travel, photography and airplanes. Husband, father and Zayde. Preceded in death by his wife Bobbe. Sur- vived by daughters Jessica Raefsky and Lisa (Bill) Yates, sister Estelle Alexander and grandsons Noah and Oliver Yates. May his memory be a blessing for us all. In lieu of flowers donation can be made to Chabad of the West Valley, 7942 W Bell Rd. C5, #101 Glendale AZ 85308. SINAI MORTUARY of ARIZONA www.sinaimortuary.net NASON Anita C. Nason (nee Cohen) passed away on March 19, 2021. Wife of the late Leonard Nason. Mother of Fredric Nason and Abby (Michael) Cohler. Grandmother of Max (Melissa) Cohler, Adam Cohler and Gregory Cohler. Private Graveside Services were held at Montefiore Cemetery. Contributions in her memory may be made to Beth Tikvah-B’nai Jeshurun, www.btbj.org, or to Hedwig House, www.hedwighouse.org. GOLDSTEINS’ ROSENBERG’S RAPHAEL-SACKS www.goldsteinsfuneral.com Honor the memory of your loved one... Call 215.832.0749 to place your memorial. 4 MARCH 2021 RIEGLER Helyne Riegler (nee Gomer) passed away on February 20, 2021. Wife of the late Edward Riegler. Mother of Linda Riegler Weiss (Ritchie Weiss), Shelli Bromberg (the late Gregory) and Steven Riegler. Sister of Judie Wallis. Grandmother of Jarret Bromberg, Joy (Scott) Gardner, Zachary Weiss, Samantha (Marc) Zufolo and Chase (Jessica) Bromberg. Great Grandmother of Brandon and Brooke Gardner. Private Graveside Services were held at Montefiore Cemetery. Contributions in her memory may be made to Philabundance, www.philabundance.org, or MDS Foundation, www.mds-foundation.org, or to a charity of the donor’s choice. GOLDSTEINS’ ROSENBERG’S RAPHAEL-SACKS www.goldsteinsfuneral.com Ruth Ann Roshkoff (nee Shipon), passed away on March 12, 2021 after a 10-year battle with Alzheimer’s Disease. Wife of Ray- mond Roshkoff. Mother of Michelle Roshkoff, Kenneth (Marjorie) Roshkoff and Robert (Marla) Roshkoff. Sister of Alvin (Helene) Shipon and the late Jacob Shipon (Judith). Grandmother of Brett, Austin and Brooke, Madison, Samantha and Blake, and Saige and Grant. Ruth was 100% devoted to her family and that devotion to family will carry on through her children and grandchil- dren. We will always love and miss her with all our hearts. Private Graveside Services are being held at Roosevelt Memorial Park. Con- tributions in her memory may be made to Alzheimer’s Association, www.alz.org/delval. GOLDSTEINS’ ROSENBERG’S RAPHAEL-SACKS www.goldsteinsfuneral.com ROTHKOPF Celia Nires Rothkopf, age 73, died suddenly on February 18, 2021. She was predeceased by her loving husband, Brad Rothkopf. Be- loved mother of Jay (Debbie) Rothkopf and Lauren (Daniel Rubin) Rothkopf. Wildly ad- ored Bubby of Michael, Matthew, Maxwell and Emily Rothkopf and Benjamin and Spen- cer Rubin. Cherished friend of so many. Celia was born in Russia, moved to the United States as a teenager and graduated at the top of her class from Temple University. Her leg- acy is her family and incredible generosity to- wards both those close to her and strangers. She will be forever missed. Internment was private. A virtual memorial was held for fam- ily and friends. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to The Multiple Myeloma Re- search Foundation or Mattie N. Dixon Com- munity Cupboard. RYESKY Helene Ann Ryesky (nee Silberman) of Man- atawny Manor, formerly of Maple Glen, passed away on March 18, 2021. Widow of Aaron Ryesky; mother of Kenneth H. Ryesky, Esq (Dr. Tamara Weiss, MD), the late Mat- thew Ryesky (Linda), and the late Carol R. Ryesky; grandmother of Hayim Ryesky (Elisheva), Nathan Weinstock-Herman, and the late Adam Snyder; great grandmother of Shalom Meir Ryesky and Orah Menucha Ryesky; sister of Dr. Ronald Silberman PhD (Shirley) and the late Dr. Ellis Silberman MD (the late Annette). Also survived by nieces and nephews, cousins, and friends. Helene was an accomplished artist in various media, including ceramics, sculpture, jewelry, and most notably, photography. Donations in her memory may be made to Friends of Yad Sarah www.friendsofyadsarah. org; Susan G. Komen for the Cure www.komen.org, the Chai Lifeline www.chailifeline.org, or other appropriate charity. JOSEPH LEVINE and SONS www.levinefuneral.com SCHARF Hilda N. Scharf passed away on Friday, March 12 at the age of 97. Daughter of the late Samuel and Rose Nitzky and beloved wife of the late Eugene Sharf. A true love story, they were separated in death by just one day. She is survived by her brother-in- law Irving Sharf, step-daughters Barbara Sharf and Andrea (Joseph) Gomez, grand- children Sasha (Chris) Stapleton, Joel Gomez and great grandson Oliver Stapleton. Hilda spent her career working as a legal secretary at Dechert Price and Rhoads. She donated generously to many charities and will be sorely missed by all those who knew and loved her. Graveside services were held Sunday March 14, 2021. GOLDSTEINS' ROSENBERG'S RAPHAEL-SACKS www.goldsteinsfuneral.com JEWISH EXPONENT DEATH NOTICES SCHULMAN With heavy hearts, we report that our dear Bernard (Bernie) L. Schulman, of Warwick, PA, passed away on February 7, 2021, age 86, due to complications from Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia and Kidney Disease. He is survived by his beloved wife and child- hood sweetheart, Ruthie, of 64 wonderful years, his loving children, Rick Schulman and Michelle Schulman (Clifford Bolt), brother Steve Schulman (Gwendolyn Bye), and dear cousin, Sheila Seidman. He is predeceased by son, Jeffrey Scott Schuman. Bernie was a loving and devoted husband and father, who worked tirelessly to support his family and give them a wonderful life. He was the Pres- ident of a successful business as a Manufac- turer’s Representative and Distributor serving the Kitchen and Bath Industry. Also, an avid boater, motorcycle enthusiast, and handy- man extraordinaire, he loved life and always did everything in a big way. With his big per- sonality and big heart, he touched the lives of everyone who has ever met him. He is greatly missed by all! Services and Interment were private. At his final ceremony, he was honored by the US Coast Guard for his ser- vice to our country. Contributions in his memory may be made to the charity of the donor’s choice. GOLDSTEINS' ROSENBERG'S RAPHAEL-SACKS www.goldsteinsfuneral.com SCOTT Suzanne F. Scott (nee Fink), February 20th, 2021 of Lafayette Hill, PA. Wife of the late David Gerald Scott. Mother of Kathy Weaver (Scott), Craig Scott (Kim), Patricia Scott (Ral- ph Picard), and the late Pamela Scott. Grand- mother of Travis Weaver, Luken Weaver (Daphne), Johanna Weaver (Ben Chen), Kyle Scott (Elizabeth) and Cara Scott. Step Grand- mother of Julia Reusch (Jonathan) and Mat- tie Diveglia (Anthony). Great-Grandmother of Madelyn Scott and Step Great-Grandmother of Henry Reusch, Charlie Reusch, Jack Dive- glia and Elliot Diveglia. Services were private. The family respectfully requests that contri- butions in her memory be made to the Phil- adelphia Foundation (Pamela Scott Fund), United Way, or Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia. JOSEPH LEVINE and SONS www.levinefuneral.com facebook.com/jewishexponent To place a Memorial Ad call 215.832.0749 SHARF DEATH NOTICES SELTZER Evelyn Seltzer (nee Sherr) died January 13, 2021 at 91 in Cincinnati, Ohio. Beloved wife of the late Herman (“Cy”) Seltzer, devoted mother to the late Susan Seltzer and Amy Perlman, and daughter of the late Morris Sherr and Mary B. Furman. Survived by son- in-law Scot Perlman of Cincinnati and grand- daughters Sarah (Colin) Gerrety, Becca Perl- man, and Mia Perlman. Evelyn was born and raised in Philadelphia, graduated from the University of Pennsylvania, raised her family in New City, NY, and retired to Mahwah, NJ and Boca Raton, FL. Evelyn was devoted to family and friends, philanthropy, and to her jewelry store and art. A woman of strength, energy, elegance and determination, she al- ways wore a smile that lit up the room. Private services were held in Valhalla, NY. Contributions in her memory can be made to Hadassah. SHARF Eugene Barton Sharf, born July 18, 1920, died on March 11, 2021. Gene was a lifelong Philadelphian who graduated from West Phil- adelphia High and received a Pharmacy de- gree from Temple University. He served as a combat medic sergeant in the U.S. Army dur- ing WWII, receiving the Bronze Star. Over the next fifty years, he worked as a pharmacist including ownership of Sharf’s Pharmacy in West Philadelphia and at the heroin addic- tion clinic at the VA Hospital, where he re- ceived a personal commendation from Pres- ident George H.W. Bush. In his retirement years, he did several varied presentations for the Retired Educators and Professional group, and became a prolific artist of stained glass works. He is preceded in death by his first wife Sylvia Troppauer Sharf and his youngest brother Arthur Sharf. He is sur- vived by and will be sorely missed by his de- voted wife of 53 years Hilda Nitzky Sharf; his younger brother Irving Sharf; his daughters, Barbara and Andrea (Joseph Gomez); his grandchildren, Sasha Gomez and Joel Gomez; and his great-grandson, Oliver Stapleton. GOLDSTEINS’ ROSENBERG’S RAPHAEL-SACKS www.goldsteinsfuneral.com A Community Remembers Monthly archives of Jewish Exponent Death Notices are available online. www.JewishExponent.com JEWISHEXPONENT.COM SHLIFER DEATH NOTICES M arch 2021 D eath N otices DEATH NOTICES DEATH NOTICES DEATH NOTICES SOKOL SUNDHEIM WEINER Roberta E. Sokol (nee Englander) On Feb. 27, 2021. Wife of the late Howard Sokol. Mother of Barry (Beth) Sokol, Michael Sokol and Nancy Sokol. Grandmother of Grant and Blake. Contributions in her memory may be made to The Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF), 555 Croton Rd., Suite 111, King of Prussia, PA 19406 GOLDSTEINS’ ROSENBERG’S RAPHAEL SACKS www.goldsteinsfuneral.com STEIN SHLIFER It is with the deepest sorrow that we share the news of the passing of Michael (Mickey) Shlifer on January 26, 2021. He was the be- loved husband of Rhoda Pollon Shlifer for 63 years. Also, mourning their father, are sons, Gary and Daniel, along with granddaughters, Hallie and Nina. Born December 1, 1936, Mi- chael was a West Philly guy, through and through. He attended West Philadelphia High School and Temple University School of Business. He spent the first year of his mar- riage in Lawton, Oklahoma, serving in the United States Army Dental Corps. After the years in the Army, with plenty of tales to tell, he embarked on a long career in the trans- portation industry. Michael owned several companies related to the industry and retired to Longboat Key Florida after having been president of an airport shuttle and limousine service for over eight years. A new life began in Florida with Michael Rhoda, and eventu- ally both sons, playing lots of tennis and vo- lunteering for many worthwhile organiza- tions. These included mentoring and tutoring in elementary schools, working with Jewish Family and Children Services, and teaching English as a second language for the Liter- acy Council. A unique teaching group of re- tired teachers invited Michael to be the only male as part of their special method of teach- ing young students with reading difficulties. This wonderful man was loved and respec- ted by all who knew him and the love of Rhoda’s life. We will read his name in the Book of Life. Services will be private and a special celebration will take place in the fu- ture. Suggestions for charities are American Cancer Society or JFCS. SILVER Sandra Silver (nee Pepper). February 24, 2021. Beloved wife of the late Herman. Lov- ing mother of Bobbi Smith (Steve) and the late Joni, Marcia, and Sherry. Devoted grand- mother of Michael, Beth, Joey, and Sean. Dear great-grandmother of Darren, Kaitlyn, Joey, Jake, and Brett. Contributions in her memory may be made to Jewish Federation, www.jewishphilly.org GOLDSTEINS' ROSENBERG'S RAPHAEL-SACKS www.goldsteinsfuneral.com Harriet Stein (nee Sursky) of Upper Gwynedd died peacefully at home on Friday, February 26, 2021 surrounded by family after a 5-year battle with cancer. She is survived by her lov- ing husband, Edward; her son Jeffrey and his wife Jenn and their daughters Sophie and Sadie; her daughter Lauren Hild and her hus- band, Ed and their son Jared; and her sister Bernice (Nicey) and her husband Dr. Michael Walinsky. After graduating from college at 43, she worked principally in communica- tions and fundraising for medical institutions. She was a pioneer in physician referral for Abington Memorial Hospital and Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. Her most notable work included coordinating Harvest Balls for Einstein Hospital, the grand opening for the Rouse Organization's Liberty Place, and the Centennial Celebration for PCOM. In addition Harriet was a volunteer fundraiser for Deborah Hospital Foundation for over 50 years. She loved her family, friends, talking, entertaining, traveling, Mah Jongg, reading and solving cryptograms, in that order. She requested that donations in her memory go to either Deborah Hospital Foundation in Browns Mills, NJ or Hanjani Institute for Gynecologic Oncology at the Asplundh Can- cer Pavilion, Willow Grove, PA or Beth Sho- lom Congregation, Elkins Park, PA where she was a lifelong member. PLATT MEMORIAL CHAPELS, Inc. Cherry Hill, NJ STRAUSS Harold “Hank” J. Strauss, Feb. 24, 2021. He was born in Lewistown, PA on October 8, 1928, and had been residing in Palm Beach Gardens, FL since 1984. Devoted husband of the late Eleanor (nee Miller). Father of Mi- chael Strauss and Debbie (David) Stern. Grandfather of Ariana Strauss, Cara (Eitan) Ovadia, Barrie (David Karpay) Stern and Melissa (Jordan Rosenbaum) Stern. Great grandfather of Evie, Micah and Sydney Ova- dia. He was predeceased by two sisters and three brothers. Contributions in his memory may be made to Cong. Adath Jeshurun, 7763 Old York Rd., Elkins Park, PA 19027, www.adathjeshurun.info, Abramson Senior Care, 1425 Horsham Rd., North Wales, PA 19454, www.abramsonseniorcare.org or to Temple Beth David, 4657 Hood Rd., Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33418, www.templebeth- davidfl.org GOLDSTEINS' ROSENBERG'S RAPHAEL-SACKS www.goldsteinsfuneral.com Honor the memory of your loved one... Call 215.832.0749 to place your memorial. Stephen Robert Sundheim of Blue Bell, PA. Dedicated father, devoted brother, cherished uncle, loyal & steadfast family member & en- deared friend to many, Stephen Robert Sund- heim, beloved husband of the late Pauline (nee Gramiak) Sundheim, succumbed to kid- ney failure & COVID-19, on March 9, 2021. The oldest of two sons, to parents, the late Mildred (nee Fried) & Jacob "Jack" Weil Sundheim. Stephen is survived by his daugh- ter, Rebecca Leah Sundheim & fiancé John Patrick Kelly IV, brother Michael Sundheim & sister-in-law Shirley Zarley, nieces Tori Sund- heim & Brittany Sundheim. Services were private. Contributions, in Stephen's memory, can be made to the National Kidney Founda- tion. JOSEPH LEVINE and SONS www.levinefuneral.com TABACK Harry Benjamin Taback, 90 from Bucks County, formerly of Center City, Philadelphia. He enjoyed a career speculating in Center City real estate and being an accountant. Harry is survived by his loving wife Lois, his son Dr. Bret Taback and son Marc Taback and his partner Kevin. Donations in his memory may be made to the American Heart Association. TUCKER Barbara Jane (nee Brown), February 23, 2021, age 79, of Oreland, PA. She was a re- tired executive and officer of The Mifflin, Mc- Cambridge Company of Riverdale, MD, a pharmaceutical manufacturing company, and Domestic Distributors, a pharmaceutical brokerage firm of Feasterville, PA and Jupiter, FL, both owned by her father, Leonard Brown. Barb was an avid lover of the cat fancy and was herself an owner and breeder of Siamese show cats. She showed and championed her cats and supported many animal welfare organizations over the years. She was also active in The Final Exit Network (previously The Hemlock Society of Delaware Valley), for which she was the recording sec- retary, and a supporter of many national Right to Die organizations. Barb endured many years of Peripheral Neuropathy and, unfortunately, did not see a cure in her life- time. She is survived by her niece Sara Mon- toya of Camp Hill, PA, nephew Ted Brown of Pennsville, NJ, and cousin Jerome Brown of Houston, TX. Contributions in her memory may be made to The Final Exit Network, PO Box 10071, Tallahassee, FL 32302 or The Neuropathy Association, 60 E. 62 nd Street, Suite 942, New York, NY 10165. JOSEPH LEVINE and SONS www.levinefuneral.com DEATH NOTICES WEINER Bernard Weiner, 88 yrs. old. Survived by Janice Squires, adoring wife of 26 yrs., son David, daughter Amy and sister Elaine Zinn. Bernie was a humble man who loved life and brightened the lives of everyone he knew. His charm, friendly greeting and positive attitude endeared him to all. He led a full rich life trav- eling the world for business and pleasure while enjoying good food, good wine and great experiences. He was an accomplished cook and loved to entertain. Bernie was in the U.S. Army during the Korean conflict. Dona- tions in his memory may be made to The American Kidney Foundation www.kidney- fund.org GOLDSTEINS' ROSENBERG'S RAPHAEL-SACKS www.goldsteinsfuneral.com ZELLE C. Kenneth Zelle on March 5, 2021. Beloved husband of Lois (nee Kimmel); Loving father of Susan (Barry) Yelowitz and Stacy Zelle; Devoted Papa Zee to Eric (Gabby) and Dustin (Brittney); Adoring great-grandfather of Rylee, Lydia, Charlotte, Madeline, Gianna and Evelyn. Also survived by many nieces, neph- ews, great nieces and nephews and great- great nieces and nephews. Services and in- terment were private. Contributions in his memory may be made to Fox Chase Cancer Center, Dr. Uzzo Fund, 333 Cottman Ave., Phila., PA 19111. GOLDSTEINS' ROSENBERG'S RAPHAEL-SACKS www.goldsteinsfuneral.com VOLUSHER Ray Volusher, 92, of Philadelphia, PA died March 9, 2021 at her residence. She was the beloved wife of the late William Volusher, the loving mother of Sandra (Mark Levy) Keller- man, Beth (Steven) Glickman and the late El- len Aumiller and adored Bubbie to 11 grand- children and Super Bubbie to 23 great grand- children. Graveside services were held on March 11th. Contributions in her memory can be made to the Jewish National Fund, jnf.org PLATT MEMORIAL CHAPELS, Inc. A Community Remembers Monthly archives of Jewish Exponent Death Notices are available online. www.JewishExponent.com Honor the memory of your loved one … classified@jewishexponent.com facebook.com/jewishexponent JEWISHEXPONENT.COM Samuel Henry Weiner of Yardley, PA, died at his home on February 20, 2021 at the age of 94 from complications of myelofibrosis, a type of blood cancer. Born in Philadelphia, PA, he graduated from West Philadelphia High School in 1944 despite being a terrible student. He then enlisted in the Army and served in the Pacific Theater in World War II, where he spent time as a Prisoner of War and earned a Bronze Star. After his discharge in 1946 he attended Penn State University with assistance from the GI Bill, graduating in 1950 with a B.S. in Physics. He then worked at ITE Circuit Breaker in Philadelphia while completing requirements and earning an M.S. in Physics from Penn State. He was dis- covered to have talent for writing patents and was hired by a New York based patent law firm, now known as Ostrolenk Faber LLP. He earned a J.D. from Temple University Law School in 1961, and stayed at Ostrolenk through his retirement as the firm’s Senior Partner at the age of 84. During his remark- able 60-year career he wrote and litigated patents for solar batteries, rectifiers, micro- chips, light dimmers and MRI medical tech- nology that revolutionized modern life. He en- joyed travel, great food, reading, the Sat- urday New York Times Crossword puzzle, op- era, sports, a good joke, a cold glass of gin and lousy cigars. Most of all, he cherished his family. He was predeceased by his be- loved wife Bella (1929-1992) and is survived by his loving partner Alina Groblicka, sons, Louis (Harriet) Weiner and Stephen (Ryta) Weiner, grandchildren, Kenneth Weiner (Sarah), Elana Fertig (Benjamin), Marla Mindelle, Lisa Westermark (Kai), David Wein- er (Kelly), Olivia Weiner, and seven great- grandchildren. Even in death he remains his family’s North Star, guiding us to our better selves. To celebrate his extraordinary life, please direct contributions to Fox Chase Can- cer Center, the US Memorial Holocaust Mu- seum, or the charity of your choice. GODLSTEINS’ ROSENBERG’S RAPHAEL-SACKS www.goldsteinsfuneral.com ZELLE JEWISH EXPONENT MARCH 2021 5