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AYES William Ayes, April 27, 2018 of Voorhees, NJ.
Husband of the late Claire Ayes. Father of
Marc Ayes, Michael (Barbara) Ayes, Jeffrey
(Linda) Ayes, and Janis (Scott) Shalit. Also
survived by 11 grandchildren and 11 great-
grandchildren. Interment Crescent Memorial
Park, Pennsauken, NJ. Contributions may be
made to any breast cancer research charity.
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KIMMELMAN Mildred Chesney (nee Michnoff) on May 3,
2018. Beloved wife of the late James. Cher-
ished mother of Richard (Susan) Chesney
and Mark Chesney. Adoring grandmother of
Gregg (Taylor) and Michael (Danielle), and
great-grandmother of Ilan, Sloan and Ethan.
Also survived by adoring niece, nephew and
great-nieces. Funeral Services were held on
Sunday. Contributions in her memory may be
made to The Pap Corps, www.papcorps.org
GOLDSTEINS’ ROSENBERG’S
RAPHAEL-SACKS CHESTER
BERMAN Howard L. Berman passed away on Tuesday,
April 24, 2018 at the age of 88 in Fort Laud-
erdale, Florida. Howard was born March 27,
1930 to Joseph and Bella Berman in Brook-
lyn NY. The family moved to Belmar NJ
where the beach and the sea was a stone's
throw away. He never could get the sand out
of his shoes. Howard leaves behind his lov-
ing wife Sandra, his beloved children; Peter,
Richard and Dana and wonderful Grandchil-
dren, Barbara, Michael, Danielle, Alex, Jodi
and Jordan. Howard was a well known and
accomplished Interior Designer based in the
Philadelphia Area for over 50 years. His work
took him from North to South and East to
West all around the country. He was a very
active person and an avid a tennis player
throughout his life. He served in the Military.
He was always there for all who needed him.
Howard will be on the lookout for his son
David (also an avid tennis player) who
passed away a little more than two and half
years ago. They will be together once again
looking for a doubles match in Heaven (an-
gels you better get ready and put on your
seatbelts). Howard will be greatly missed by
family and friends. Memorials may be made
to the www.stjude.org/donate
BRECHER Mildred Ann Brecher (nee Bernstein) on May
27, 2018. Wife of the late Sidney. Mother of
Rhonda B. (Kevin) Aniess. Grandmother of
Dawn (Matthew Jeremy) Haaz. Great grand-
mother of Noah Joshua Haaz. Contributions
in her memory may be made to The Jewish
Learning Venture, 261 Old York Rd., Suite
720, Jenkintown, PA 19046 or Roxy Therapy
Dogs, PO Box 136, Danboro, PA 18916.
GOLDSTEINS’ ROSENBERG’S
RAPHAEL-SACKS BRENNER
Edith Brenner (nee Rife) On May 16, 2018.
Cherished wife of the late Bernard. Devoted
mother of Jill Brenner Gessner (David), An-
nie Brenner Friedman (Barry), and Dr. Barry I.
Brenner (Effie). Loving bubbie of Nathan
Gessner, Alex Gessner (Leah Sandals), Matt
Friedman, Andrew Friedman (Cara), Marc
Brenner, Mike Brenner, and Jeff Brenner
(fiancé Lauren Wink). Contributions in her
memory may be made to the Bernard and
Edith Brenner Scholarship Fund at Temple
University School of Pharmacy.
GOLDSTEINS’ ROSENBERG’S
RAPHAEL-SACKS BRODSKY
Robert Brodsky, on May 9, 2018. A retired
Postal worker. Beloved husband of Lenore
(nee Singer). Father of Albert Brodsky (Rita),
Sylvia Kaufmann (Andrew), and Paula Brod-
sky. Also survived by 8 grandchildren. Con-
tributions in his memory may be made to the
Jewish National Fund.
GOLDSTEINS’ ROSENBERG’S
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DECEMBER, 2017
Carol Ann Chester (nee Parris) a former med-
ical technician, died May 22, 2018. Wife of
David. Mother of Sandie (Lois) Chester-
Kunkely (late Jeffrey), Sharon Chester and El-
len Pasquale (Joseph). Sister of Sheila Zan-
off and the late Judy Parris. Sister in law of
Iris Chester, also survived by 5 grandchil-
dren and 3 great- grandchildren. Contribu-
tions in her memory may be made to the Na-
tional Kidney Foundation www.kidney.org
GOLDSTEINS’ ROSENBERG’S
RAPHAEL-SACKS COWAN
Audrey Cowan(nee Federman)May 13, 2018;
of Abington, PA; beloved wife of the late Ray-
mond; loving mother of Ellen Isaacoff (Alan
Gottlieb) and Andrew Cowan; also survived
by 3 cherished grandchildren, 5 adored
great-grandchildren, sister-in-law Lorraine
Cowan, nieces and nephews. Graveside ser-
vices were held Tuesday, May 22, 2018, at
Roosevelt Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers,
contributions in her memory may be made to
any children’s or animal charities.
JOSEPH LEVINE and SONS
DASHEFSKY Batya Beth Dashefsky, an emissary (shliha)
from the State of Israel who served com-
munities in London, UK, New York City, Los
Angeles, along with trips to Africa and Scand-
inavia, as well as an author of a powerful
memoir, By Moonlight, about her personal
experiences as an immigrant, died late
Sunday night, April 29, 2018 at the Hebrew
Home of Greater Washington in Rockville,
MD. She was born in Philadelphia to Sylvia
and Leo Dashefsky in 1947 and moved to
Jerusalem, Israel, in 1969, where she lived
until 2016 when her illness required a move
to Rockville, MD. She is survived by her de-
voted brother and sister-in-law, Arnold and
Sandy Dashefsky, beloved nephew Michael
and nieces Laura and Alisa, and cherished
grandnieces, Allison, Olivia, and Elizabeth.
The funeral was held at Temple Rodef Sha-
lom, Falls Church, VA on May 3, 2018, with
internment at King David Memorial Gardens,
Falls Church, VA. Shiva was observed from
Thursday, May 3, until Sunday, May 6, 2018
at the home of Michael and Laura in Arling-
ton, VA and from Monday, May 7, until Wed-
nesday, May 9, at the home of Arnold and
Sandy in Manchester, CT. Contributions may
be made to the Jewish National Fund or a
charity of personal choice.
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We celebrate the life of Esther Delman (nee
Polan) who passed on April 1, 2018. Esther
was the beloved wife of the late Dr. Jack Del-
man. She is survived by her adoring chil-
dren Donald, Lorry (Linda Spector), Joy (Pete
Elkin), by her amazing brother Dr. Harold Po-
lan (Doris), and her beloved grandchildren
Jesse Schiffman, Corey Schiffman and Ryan
Delman. Her family wishes to specially thank
Esther’s niece and personal physician, Dr.
Stacey Polan. Contributions may be made in
her name to the Alzheimer’s Association or a
charity of your choice.
DJERASSI Tika “Nira” Djerassi (nee Ashkenazy) on May
18, 2018. Wife of the late Dr. Isaac. Mother
of Hon. Ramy (Monica) Djerassi and Dr. Ady
Djerassi (Dr. Robert Golub). Grandmother of
Leah, Samuel, Isabella, Sofia and Nicholas.
Contributions in her memory may be made to
Friends of Rittenhouse Square, www.friend-
sofrittenhouse.org GOLDSTEINS’ ROSENBERG’S
RAPHAEL-SACKS ELEFANT
Martin Elefant, age 87, died on May 3, 2018.
He was a retired supervisor who resided in
Philadelphia, PA. Beloved husband of the
late Marilyn (nee Gertz) and the late Evelyn
Shapiro; loving father of Brian (Jennifer) Ele-
fant and Karen (Mark) Borden; brother of
Arnold (Marlene) Elefant; and grandfather of
Daniel and Kevin. Contributions in his
memory may be made to The Leukemia and
Lymphoma Society, 100 N. 20th St., Suite
405, Phila., PA 19103.
GOLDSTEINS' ROSENBERG'S
RAPHAEL-SACKS ENGELSBERG
Sarah Helen Engelsberg (nee Kwass), age
102, died on April 25, 2018. She resided in
Media. PA. Wife of the late Eugene; mother
of Nihemiyah Engelsberg, Marilyn (Alan) Fo-
gel and Herb Engelsberg (Margaret Carrillo);
grandmother of Michael (Lisa) Fogel, Alisa
Fogel (Dan) Cohen, Daniel (Lauren) Engels-
berg and Benjamin (Cova) Engelsberg; and
great-grandmother of Emily and Samuel Fo-
gel, and Rachel, Julia and Abby Cohen.
Sarah was active in Hadassah, Sisterhoods
for Chaplaincy, the Youth Commission of
United Synagogue of America, and her syn-
agogues. Relatives and friends were invited
to Funeral Services Friday 12 Noon precisely
at Temple Beth Hillel-Beth El, 1001 Reming-
ton Road, Wynnewood, PA 19096. Inter-
ment Roosevelt Memorial Park. Contribu-
tions in her memory may be made to Ha-
dassah, 1518 Walnut St., 4th Fl., Phila., Pa.,
19102, or to Temple Beth Hillel-Beth El.
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Estelle Kimmelman (nee Green) on April 28,
2018. Beloved wife of the late Ervin “Reds”.
Devoted mother of Lance Kimmelman
(Robin) and Rona Hoffman (Ed Cutler). Lov-
ing grandmother of Stephanie Golden (Jay-
me), Andrew Kimmelman, and Brian Hoff-
man. Loving great grandmother of twins,
Ella and Ava Golden. Contributions in her
memory may be made to Samaritan Hospice,
5 Eves Drive, Suite 300, Marlton, NJ 08053
or City of Hope 1500 E. Duarte Road, Duarte,
CA 91010.
GOLDSTEINS’ ROSENBERG’S
RAPHAEL-SACKS FEDER
Florence E. Feder (nee Ehrlich) on May 20,
2018, 103, of Boca Raton, FL. Wife of the
late Louis A. Feder, daughter of the late
Florence Hess Ehrlich and Irwin Ehrlich. No
service is planned.
GOLDSTEINS’ ROSENBERG’S
RAPHAEL-SACKS FELDSCHER
Donald George Feldscher on May 13, 2018.
Husband of Edith (nee Stavinsky); father of
Mindy Feldscher (Simon Haddad) and Gregg
(Sheri) Feldscher; brother of Gladyce Rubin;
grandfather of Ilana, Adam and Will. In lieu of
flowers, contributions in his memory may be
made to the National Kidney Foundation
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RAPHAEL-SACKS FLEISHMAN
Milton Fleishman, on April 28, 2018, at the
age of 94. Beloved husband of the late
Dolores. Loving father of Rick (Marcy) Fleish-
man, Hope Fleishman, Holly (David) Gold-
berg. Brother of Shirley Lipton and Clare
Share. Adored grandfather of Marnie (Josh)
Mogerman, Brandon (Jamie Goldfinger)
Fleishman, Anastasia Goldberg, and Alexa
Goldberg. Cherished great-grandfather of Ad-
dison Mogerman. An Army Air Corps veter-
an of WWII, he was stationed in England en-
gaged in combat flying in the position of nav-
igator. A graduate of Temple University,
Milton began his lifelong work in the fur-
niture business with his father, Harry, at
Fleishman’s Fine Furniture in Northeast Phil-
adelphia. Rick joined his father in the busi-
ness after his graduation from Temple. Con-
tributions in his memory may be made to The
Congregations of Shaare Shamayim, 9768
Verree Rd, Phila., PA 19115, or a charity of
the donor’s choice.
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GEALT Leo Gealt, 95 years old, passed away the
morning of May 7, 2018. He was the devoted
husband of Jeannette Gealt for almost 70
years and the father of Marshall David.
GOLDBERG Rae “Rachel” W. Goldberg, April 24, 2018, of
Voorhees, NJ, formerly of Wynnewood, PA.
Beloved wife of the late Milton L. Goldberg.
Loving mother of Dr. Mindy (Charles Rose)
Goldberg Rose and the late Dr. Arlene Gold-
berg Muchnick. Adored grandmother of Jill
(Mark) Liflander, Dr. Barry (Kate) Muchnick,
Allison Moss, Joshua (Dr. Allison) Rose and
Ian Rose. Great grandmother of Lily and
Ruby Liflander, Sterling and Clio Muchnick,
and Max and Jake Rose. Sister of the late
Emanuel (Freda) Wexler. Also survived by
many nieces, nephews, great nieces and
great nephews. Interment Locustwood Me-
morial Park, Cherry Hill, NJ. Contributions
can be made to a charity of the donor’s
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GRAY Bettyanne (Abramson) Gray, devoted and lov-
ing wife, mother and grandmother, passed
away on May 9, 2018 in the comfort of her
home in East Norton. She was 83 years old.
Born in Phila. on Oct. 8, 1934, to the late
Miriam (Polevoi) and Israel Abramson,
Bettyanne lived a rich and joyful life devoted
to her family, education and Jewish culture.
Bettye is survived by her loving husband
Donald, of East Norton; son Ellis (Donna Tol-
mie); daughter Heidi (angelo Devita); daugh-
ter Debi; grandchildren Charles, Aaron, Jac-
ob, Elizabeth and Mason; and brother Sy Nel-
son (Maxine). She was preceded in death by
her brothers William and Robert. Bettye mar-
ried her sweetheart for life, Donald, on June
2, 1956, They enjoyed a storybook marriage
full of love, compassion, and loyalty. She
took tremendous pride in her children and
grandchildren, and was a supportive Aunt to
her cherished nieces and nephew. Bettye at-
tended Gratz College, and later became a
noted Holocaust and Jewish studies teacher
and speaker. Her published book, "Manya's
Story" told of her parents' escape from the
Russian Pograms.It enabled for generations
of Abrasions and Polevois across America to
discover one another and delight in their
shared lineage. The book was widely used in
Jewish schools and received the Lewis Carol
Shelf award for literary excellence. The funer-
al will be private. In lieu of flowers, the fam-
ily respectfully requests donations made to
Yashar L'Chayal, for Lone Soldiers in Israel,
or the General Israel Orphan's home.
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26, 2018 of Highland Beach, FL. Wife of the
Hon. Bernard Featherman. Mother of Andrew
(Elizabeth) Featherman and John (Masako)
Featherman. Entombment Roosevelt Memori-
al Park, Trevose, PA. Contributions in her
memory may be made to the Temple Uni-
versity Political Science Department.
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Milton Greenfield May 7, 2018. Husband of
the late Minnie "Mickie" (nee Math), of Mont-
gomery County, PA. An Air Force Veteran of
WWII. Father of Faith Greenfield (Thomas
Mayewski), Dr. Jeffrey Greenfield (Heather
McLean) and Lee Greenfield (Catherine
Reese), grandfather of Alise Greenfield Betz
(Donald) and Rachel Greenfield. Relatives
and friends were invited to Services Thursday
12 Noon Joseph Levine and Sons Memorial
Chapel, 4737 Street Road, Trevose. Inter-
ment Montefiore Cem. Contributions in
memory of Milton Greenfield may be made to
The Abramson Center for Jewish Life.
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GRUBER Stewart Meyer Gruber, age 87 of Warminster,
Pa, beloved son, father, grandfather, hus-
band, brother, uncle, great uncle, great great
uncle and friend died on April 19, 2018. Stew
was surrounded by family and close friends
during his last days at Abington Hospital.
Stewart was born on Oct. 11, 1930 in Phila.
to Mollie and Isadore Gruber, and he grew up
in North Phila. helping his family run
Gruber's Candy Store on the corner of 8th
and Norris. He graduated from Northeast
High School in 1948 and Temple University
in 1957, where he also met his future wife,
Claire. Stew served proudly in the U.S. Air
Force from 1950-1951. He had a distin-
guished career with the Internal Revenue Ser-
vice where he worked as a revenue agent and
special agent from 1957-1982. As a special
agent he held the position of IRS Represent-
ative to the Dept. of Justice Strike Force on
Organized Crime and was the Asst. Chief,
Criminal Investigations Division. He also
worked for the Commonweath of PA from
1982-1991 as Director, Office of Criminal Tax
Investigation for the Dept. of Revenue and
Director, Office of Special Investigation for
the Auditor General. Stew cherished many
long lasting friendships throughout his life in
Philadelphia. Stew is survived by his loving
wife Claire (nee Kern) of 58 years, loving
brother Irvin, daughter
HAAZ Ilene Rothblat
son Steven
(Bonnie) April
and 20. cherished
(David), Cyndi L. Haaz
(nee Glauser),
Wife of
Molly, of Justin
and grandchildren
“Eddie” Michael,
Haaz. Mother
Steffany Edward
dear friends “MJ”
and Haaz
fam- Sarah
(Rob) as many
and Matthew
Moonaz as well
members. Stew was of preceded
by ily (Dawn);
grandmother Soleil, Vie in and death
Noah. son Howard,
mother Mollie,
fath- his beloved
of Cyndi
and Company,
Inc, Past
Owner Isadore of and American
brother Sol.
Contributions er President
Society of Interior in
memory may Chapter.
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RAPHAEL-SACKS services, Monday and
Eddie Haaz following
Tuesday 7-9 PM. Contributions in her
memory may be made to Doylestown
Health’s Cancer Institute. Please make checks
payable to Doylestown Health Foundation,
595 W State St., Doylestown PA 18901,
please note “in memory of Cyndi Haaz” on
the check; or tribute gifts can be made online
at www.doylestownhealth.org/giving-oppor-
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RAPHAEL-SACKS HESS
Bruce Hess on May 9, 2018, husband of the
late Barbara (nee) Abramoff, Father of Ilene
(Robert) Smith. Services were Monday, May
14, 2018, 12:00pm, at Joseph Levine and
Son 4737 Street Rd., Trevose, PA Interment
Roosevelt Memorial Park. Contributions in
his memory may be made to the National
Multiple Sclerosis Society, Greater Delaware
Vallery Chapter 30 S. 17th St.#800, Phil-
adelphia, PA 19103.
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IVINS Ruth Carol Ivins died April 24, 2018 at her
residence. She was a retired clerical worker
for Acme Markets. Ruth was the daughter of
the late C. Max and the late Edith Ann Ivins
and the sister of Steven D. Ivins. She is also
survived by 2 nieces and a nephew. Contri-
butions in her memory may be made to
Caring Hospice, 400 Commerce Drive, Ft.
Washington, PA 19034. Condolences and
more at BerschlerandShenberg.com.
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JASSON Lillian Jasson (nee Guttman), age 94, died on
May 3, 2018. She was a retired salesperson
who resided in Philadelphia, PA. Daughter of
the late Joseph and Bertha (nee Rosen)
Guttman; wife of the late Fred Jasson; and
sister of the late Sophie Silverman.
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KATZEN LADERMAN
Allen Morris Katzen, on May 21, 2018. Hus-
band of Bernice (nee Cohen). Father of Sheri
Beth (Raymond) Magliano and Jay (Julie)
Katzen. Grandfather of Cory, Reid, Jordan,
Jessica and Jacob. Contributions in his
memory may be made to Crohn's research,
Hadassah Hospital in Jerusalem, or Americ-
an Macular Degeneration Foundation.
GOLDSTEINS' ROSENBERG'S
RAPHAEL-SACKS KERDEMAN
KASKEY Jeanne Kaskey (nee Gittelman), of Palm
Beach Gardens, passed away peacefully on
May 7. She was 86 years old. She was pre-
deceased by her husband Richard (Dick) and
beloved son, James (Jimmy.) Jeanne atten-
ded Temple University majoring in Commu-
nications and was a graduate of the art
classes at the Barnes Foundation. Jeanne en-
joyed her many memorable tours as a do-
cent at The Philadelphia Art Museum and en-
joyed visiting exhibitions as a member of the
Four Arts Society and Norton Museum of Art.
Any opportunity to visit the Kravis Center for
live music, theater and performance was al-
ways a must! She successfully operated her
own business, a design and manufacturing
firm whose products were sold through fine
department stores. She was most proud of
her hand-made umbrellas being sold exclus-
ively at Bonwit Teller and Lord & Taylor
stores. Jeanne also had a keen eye for art and
antiques, which led her to start a business
Art Tours Associates with her dear friend
Rhea Foster, providing day bus trips to mu-
seum collections. Jeanne will be re-
membered for her love of speed-walking on
the Atlantic City Boardwalk, where she spent
many years with her wonderful family and
friends. Contributions in her memory may be
made to National Liberty Museum in Phil-
adelphia. GOLDSTEINS' ROSENBERG'S
RAPHAEL-SACKS KATZ
Samuel Katz, April 25, 2018. He was an elec-
trical engineer. During WWII, he was sta-
tioned in England engaged in combat flying.
He was the recipient of the French Legion of
Honor Medal in 2016. He also appeared in
the documentary Bagels Over Berlin about
Jewish Army Air Corps Veterans. Mr. Katz
was 97 years old and lived in Elkins Park, PA.
Beloved husband of the late Leatrice (Nee
Rosenzweig); Beloved father of Lynn (Bob)
Benjamin, Michael (Paula) Katz, Cecilia (Har-
old) Frankford and Sheryl (Arthur) Golden-
berg; Beloved brother of Nora Bugis, Marsha
(Albert) Peckler and the late Celia Schattner,
Rose Cohen, Goldie Burgis, Dorothy Weiss,
Joseph Katz and Abraham Katz; Beloved
grandfather of Roseanne Benjamin, Daniel
(Samantha) Benjamin, Ari (Natalia) Benjamin,
Zev Benjamin, David (Shayna) Frankford, Joel
Frankford, Saul (Shira) Frankford, Brandon
Katz, Emily Katz, Miranda Katz, Holli Golden-
berg and Rachel Goldenberg; Beloved great-
grandfather of Asher, Liora and Elias Modell,
Rina and Ilana Frankford and Katerina and
Eliana Benjamin. Also survived by loving
nieces and nephews. Contributions in his
memory may be made to a charity of the
donor's choice.
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Janet Dolores Kerdeman (nee Gentile), on
April 28, 2018. Wife of Howard Kerdeman.
Mother of Adele (Saturno) Simonetti and
Marshall (Nicole) Kerdeman. Grandmother of
6. She was a hairdresser and resided in
Broomall, PA. Contributions in her memory
may be made to Susan G. Komen for the
Cure , 125 S. 9th Street, Suite 202, Phil-
adelphia, PA 19107.
GOLDSTEINS' ROSENBERG'S
RAPHAEL-SACKS KOSS
David Aaron Koss, Esquire 88 of Wyn-
newood, a Philadelphia-area lawyer for more
than sixty years died on May 5, 2018 after
suffering a brain injury in 2017. David’s first
priority and love of life were his six beautiful
children, eight grandchildren, and his wife
Freya of 50 years. His clients considered
David, not only a brilliant attorney, but their
best friend. David grew up in Wynnefield
with his sisters Selma, Harriet and Betty at-
tending Overbrook High and Temple Uni-
versity. He is survived by his wife Freya (nee
Strauss), his children Rhea Koss, Judith Koss
(Larry Chacker), Hugh Koss (Janine Swern-
berg), Abigayil Koss, Matthew Koss (Xenia),
and Rachael Koss (David Rice). His sisters
Selma Brandow (Theadore) and Betty Prus-
sell will miss him dearly. Life will never be
the same without pop-pop’s hugs and
twinkle! His adoring grandchildren- Anqi,
Leila, Ansel, Dashiel, Kava, Jude, Tianu and
Liam. Rachael’s love for her Papa: “Papa
taught me with boundless song to soar
'Somewhere Over the Rainbow' where a land
exists for colors and paths to flourish, for a
bird with a good mind, heart and soul, need
not worry of rain.” “Papa gave me to lend to
all others unconditional love, along with
which came support, nurture and knowledge,
unlike any other wise man collectively pos-
sesses.” Contributions in his memory may
be made to Philadelphia Youth Orchestra,
www.pyos.org. GOLDSTEINS' ROSENBERG'S
RAPHAEL-SACKS KRESLOFF
Phyllis Kresloff (nee Levitt), on May 19,
2018. Beloved wife of the late Stanley; Lov-
ing mother of Judy Kresloff, (Marilyn Kim-
melman) Michael Kresloff, (Jill Kahn) and
Bari (Gary) Blackman; Dear sister of Cherie
(Robert) Fox; also survived by 5 loving
grandchildren and nieces and nephews.Con-
tributions in her memory may be made to
Keneseth Israel Hamotzi Fund, C/O Reform
Congregation Keneseth Israel, 8339 Old York
Road, Elkins Park, PA 19027 or to Jewish Re-
lief Agency, 225 East City Ave., Suite 210,
Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004
GOLDSTEINS' ROSENBERG'S
RAPHAEL-SACKS KRESTAL
Goncer M. Krestal, May 1, 2018. Husband of
Selma Glanzberg (nee Segal) Krestal, of
Phila; father of David Glanzberg; grandfather
of Matthew Glanzberg and uncle of Stacy
Adams. Relatives and friends were invited to
Graveside Services Friday 10:30 A.M.
Roosevelt Memorial Park, Old Lincoln High-
way, Trevose. Contributions in his memory
may be made to Friends of Jerry Segal, c/o
McGee Rehabilitation Hospital, 1513 Race St,
Phila. 19102.
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Martin Laderman, age 94, died on April 30,
2018. He was a retired accountant who
resided in Holland, PA. Husband of the late
Marlene (nee Spike); father of Steven (Marci)
and Stuart (Diane) Laderman; brother of
Sylvian Lieberman; and grandfather of Jason,
Jennifer, Paul and Anna. Relatives and
friends were invited to Funeral services
Thursday 1 P.M. precisely at Goldsteins'
Rosenberg's Raphael-Sacks Suburban North,
310 2nd Street Pike. Int. Shalom Mem. Park.
Contributions in his memory may be made to
AFMDA Greater Philadelphia Area, PO Box
52158, Phila., PA 19115, www.afmda.org or
to The Glaucoma Foundation, 80 Maiden
Lane, Suite 700, New York, NY 10038,
www.glaucomafoundation.org. GOLDSTEINS' ROSENBERG'S
RAPHAEL-SACKS LEIBOWITZ
Eugene E. Leibowitz April 21, 2018, of Bryn
Mawr, PA. Beloved husband of Barbara (nee
Bookler), loving father of Steven Leibowitz,
Harriet (Robert) Tanner, Douglas (Bonnie)
Aaron, Daniel (Joanie) Aaron and Jill Aaron
(Matthew) O'Brien, brother of Sylvia Targan,
devoted grandfather of 9 grandchildren; also
survived by 2 nieces. Relatives and friends
were invited to graveside services Tuesday, 1
P.M. Haym Salomon Memorial Park, 200
Moores Rd., Frazer, PA. Contributions in his
memory may be made to the American Heart
Association. JOSEPH LEVINE and SONS
LEICHTMAN Helen Leichtman (nee Weisz), April 27, 2018,
in Hollywood, FL. She was a Holocaust sur-
vivor, and the last of "The Weiss Girls." Wife
of the late Alexander Leichtman. Mother of
the late Leslie Lee Leichtman. Sister of the
late Esther Goodman, Julie Herz, Elsa
Klughaupt, Jack Weiss, Matilda Miller and
Agatha Bluestein. Aunt of Linda (Stephen)
Schaffzin, Susan (Neil) Levine, Rhonda (the
late Charles) Wenner, Renee (Stephen)
Drobish, Neil (Susanne) Miller, Marvin (Car-
ol) Bluestein, Stanley (Anita) Miller, Lenny
(Michelle) Weiss, Jeanette Weiss and the late
Larry Herz. Also survived by numerous great-
nieces and nephews, and many great-great
nephews and nieces. Contributions in her
memory may be made to Hadassah, 1518
Walnut Street, 4th Floor, Phila., PA 19102 or
to a charity of the donors’ choice.
GOLDSTEINS' ROSENBERG'S
RAPHAEL-SACKS LEICHTMAN
Helen Leichtman retired owner of a clothing
business died April 27, 2018, she resided in
Hollywood, FL. The former Helen Weisz, wife
of the late Alexander Leichtman; daughter of
the late Leopold and Regina (nee Kessler)
Weisz and aunt of Neil Miller. Contributions
in her memory may be made to Hadassah,
1518 Walnut Street, 4th Floor, Philadelphia,
Pennsylvania 19102 or to a charity of the
donor's choice.
GOLDSTEINS' ROSENBERG'S
RAPHAEL-SACKS LEVINSON
Bernice Levinson (nee Stein), May 1, 2018; of
North Wales, PA. Wife of the late Ezekiel Lev-
inson; Mother of Abby Pete (Ron), Cary Lev-
inson (Lynda) and Leslie Pontz (Curtis); Also
survived by 10 grandchildren and 17 great
grandchildren. Contributions in her memory
be made to The LAM Foundation
www.thelamfoundation.org JOSEPH LEVINE and SONS
PRESSMAN DEATH NOTICES
LEWIS Barbara “Bobbie” Arlene Lewis (née Goldfine)
lived a vibrant life and died peacefully at 81.
Bobbie is survived by her partner James
Lewis, children Michael (Stacey), Ken (Jen-
nifer) and Rachael; grandchildren Daniel,
Matthew and Sam; siblings Harvey Goldfine
and Elaine Silverman Astorino. She is pre-
ceded in death by parents Al and Florence
Goldfine. Her children and lifetime friend-
ships were her proudest accomplishments.
She launched Best of Philly Love from Home,
was an amazing host and caterer, never met
a beach she didn’t love, had an eye to design
and fashion, battled cancer and stroke vali-
antly and always made the best of it. Ser-
vices were held at Levine in Broomall, PA, 3
pm May 17. Join us for a celebration of life
on June 2. In lieu of flowers the family re-
quests donations to the Leukemia and
Lymphoma Society or The Abramson Center
for Jewish Life.
JOSEPH LEVINE and SONS
LIPSKY Sidney Lipsky, on May 10, 2018, beloved
husband of the late Harriet, loving father of
Steve (Rachel Richman), Jerry (Alice Jermyn)
and Robin (Jeff) Cohen, treasured grandfath-
er of Marissa Schmidt (Alex), Bryana Toran
(Dave) and Jordan and Kyle Lipsky and ad-
ored great grandfather of Haylie, Mady,
Audrey and Georgie Schmidt, CJ Ozimek-
Maier and Emunah and Yeshaya Toran. Sid
was born in Poland, January 10, 1922 and
lived in New York City, Philadelphia and New
Jersey at various times. He was a veteran of
World War II, serving in the 3 rd Army, recon-
naissance squad and fighting in 5 major
battles. He lived a rich and joyful life and was
loved for his ability to put smiles on the faces
of all who knew him through his joke telling,
performing card tricks and genuine love of
people. Services were held on May 14, 2018
at Bloomfield-Cooper Jewish Chapels, Man-
alapan, New Jersey. In lieu of flowers, the
family requests that memorial donations be
made to a charity of their choice.
BLOOMFIELD-COOPER JEWISH CHAPELS
LUTZNER Herman H. Lutzner, age 89, died on May 7,
2018. He was a furniture store owner who
resided in Wynnewood, Pennsylvania. Hus-
band of Yvonne (nee Sytner); father of Jodie
Garay (Andrea Stanley) and Jeffrey Lutzner
(Jessica DeGroot); and grandfather of Ella,
Jocelyn and Julian. Contributions in his
memory may be made to Planned Parent-
hood, 1144 Locust St., Phila., PA 19107.
GOLDSTEINS' ROSENBERG'S
RAPHAEL-SACKS MOSTOVY
Martin Mostovy, May 4, 2018. Husband of
Joyce (nee Schwartz) and the late Geraldine
(nee Zolyan). Father of Howard, Myra and
Marian. Stepfather of Steven (Abby) Hager.
Step-grandfather of Jodi and Morgan. He was
the owner of an insurance company and
resided in Delray Beach, FL. Contributions in
his memory may be made to a charity of the
donor’s choice.
GOLDSTEINS' ROSENBERG'S
RAPHAEL-SACKS PRESSMAN
Lois G. Pressman, age 87, passed away
quietly April 22, 2018. She was a retired G.E.
employee for over 30 years as a librarian.
Survived by her loving brother Robert N. &
sister-in-law Dorothy (Evantash), and the late
Norma Polinger. Also surviving is niece
Robin Mozenter, nephews Ross and Mitchell
Pressman, great-niece Jennifer Mozenter and
great-nephew Evan Mozenter. Contributions
in her memory may be made to a charity of
the donor's choice.
GOLDSTEINS' ROSENBERG'S
RAPHAEL-SACKS DECEMBER, 2017
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