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ABRAHAM Dr. Michael I. Abraham, on April 28, 2020.

Husband of the late Sandra (nee Krause).

Father of Dr. Mark Barry Abraham (Robbie)
and Nina Ellen Abraham Lieberman (Neil).

Grandfather of Sheyenne Leigh Abraham,
Vera Hannah-Rose Lieberman and Seth Harry
Jacob Lieberman. Private Graveside Services
are being held. Contributions in his memory
may be made to the Philadelphia College of
Osteopathic Medicine www.pcom.edu or to
Temple Adath Israel www.adathisrael.org
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Richard Aronson, on May 11, 2020, of North
Wales, PA. Beloved husband of the late Bet-
tina (nee Stern). Loving father of Howard
(Jessica) Aronson and Sue (Allan) Samuels;
cherished grandfather of Stacey, Marni,
Mara, Ross and Remy; also survived by his
great grandchildren Hailey, Brandon,
Zachary, Samuel and Alexandra. Services
were private. Contributions in Richard’s
memory may be made to The Alzheimer’s As-
sociation www.alz.org.

JOSEPH LEVINE and SONS
BARON Ronald Baron (1933-2020), passed away on
May 6, 2020. Beloved husband of the late
Renay (nee Lipschutz). Loving partner and
friend of the late Beatrice Streitfeld. Loving
father of Gary (Lisa) Baron and Cindy Traub.

Dearest brother of Melvin Baron, Linda Bar-
on and Rosanne Abrams. Devoted grandfath-
er of Kerry (Lauren) Traub, Kara Traub, Eric
and Sean Baron. Cherished uncle. Beloved
cousin to many. Ron was born in New York
and lived in Florida with aunts and uncles
after his mother died when he was four. He
eventually returned to Philadelphia to live
with his father to attend Blaine middle school
and then Central High. At the age of 16, he
got his pilots license and entered the Whar-
ton School of Business on a full scholarship
to graduate 4 years later with a degree in
Economics. He was a devoted husband and
father. He was an entrepreneur starting sev-
eral successful businesses and invested in
real estate. He was a kind, gentle, funny, in-
telligent, very likable person with many
friends. A true gentlemen. He was a mentor
to his children, grandchildren and anyone
who sought his guidance. He will be sorely
missed by his friends and family. Private ser-
vice and interment will be held and streamed
via Zoom on Sunday, May 10, 2020 at 12:00
noon. A virtual Shiva will start at 4 pm via
Zoom. In lieu of flowers, contributions in his
memory may be made to https://dis-
asterphilanthropy.org COVID-19 Response
Fund. GOLDSTEINS' ROSENBERG'S
RAPHAEL-SACKS BARRETT
Edwin J. Barrett, age 87 of Philadelphia,
passed away May 11, 2020. Loving father of
David Barrett (Dan Fritz), Dana Barrett, Meira
Barrett, Nina Barrett (Raphael Crawford-
Marks), and Talia Barrett (Michael Melmed).

Adoring grandfather of Daniel, Julia, Lauren,
Oren, and Rami. Dear brother of the late
Joyce Weinerman. Contributions in his
memory may be made to the Alzheimer’s As-
sociation 399 Market St. Suite #102, Phila PA
19106. www.alz.org/delval.org. Services were
private. GOLDSTEINS' ROSENBERG'S
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as a builder of churches in Russia. His grand-
father and father followed suit as builders of
synagogues including Beth Sholom in Elkins
Park, PA, designed by Frank Lloyd Wright
and designated a National Historical Land-
mark. Beth Sholom was the family’s place of
worship in which Barry, like his father and
grandfather before him, was deeply involved.

Barry continued honoring his heritage in his
commitment to DEATH
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Shalom in Brigantine,
NJ, or as he referred to it, the “Little Shul by
the Sea.” Barry loved life and living it to the
fullest. Each day was a new adventure for
him. He traveled to many wonderful places in
the world with dear friends and family. He
loved art, music, and theater! He was an avid
sports fan, always eager to cheer on any and
all Philadelphia teams, especially his beloved
Villanova Wildcats. He enjoyed fishing and
would talk of falling asleep on the dock be-
hind his condominium in Brigantine, only to
be awakened by the tug of a fish at the other
end of the pole, and then going across the
way to a Chinese restaurant where they
would cook his catch of the day. He gave
back to his community, always helping and
generous to those less fortunate, and in-
stilled in his children a desire to do the same.

He was active at Abington Friends School in
Jenkintown, PA. Barry was an amazing son,
brother, husband, father, grandfather, uncle,
cousin, friend, colleague, and leader. He had
a wide circle of friends who loved him for all
of his wonderful qualities and character. He
was authentic and lived wholeheartedly and
will be profoundly missed by all who knew
him! Barry was preceded in death by his fath-
er, N. Herman Bornstein. He is survived by
his loving and devoted wife, Fran Dratch,
mother Shirley Bornstein (Dembow), brother
Steven Bornstein (Susan Lynch), daughters
Jennifer and Elizabeth Bornstein (Scott
Hinckley) from his first marriage to Vicki,
granddaughter Naomi Hope Hinckley, and
many other beloved and adoring family mem-
bers. If you wish to make a donation in
Barry’s memory, please consider Temple
Beth Shalom 4419 W. Brigantine Avenue
Brigantine, NJ 08203, seashul.org; The Mi-
chael J. Fox Foundation, P.O. Box 5014
Hagerstown, MD 21741, michaeljfox.org; or a
charity of your choosing.

BORNSTEIN It is with great sadness that the family of
Barry Bornstein announce his passing on
May 13, 2020 after a long battle with Parkin-
son’s Disease. An exceedingly warm and kind
man with a huge heart, he was unfailingly
generous, had a playful and affectionate
sense of humor, a twinkle in his eye, and an
indefatigable sense of integrity. He was
fiercely intelligent and creative. He loved
nothing more than to be surrounded by his
family, his many friends, and his dogs. He
possessed boundless optimism and belief in
himself, in capacity for growth, and in the
ability to direct his destiny. He was resolute
in his determination to overcome the many
challenges of Parkinson’s Disease despite
there not being a cure. His Herculean efforts
to maintain strength and independence over
the years were marveled at by all those who
came to know him. He was an inspiration to
all. Born in Philadelphia to N. Herman and
Shirley Bornstein (Dembow), he was raised
in Germantown, attended Germantown
Academy and Central High School, where he
played on the football team, and Villanova
University. When circumstances demanded,
he assumed leadership of the family firm, B.

Bornstein and Son Construction. He would
go on to build and manage projects
throughout the Philadelphia, southern New
Jersey and Delaware areas. These ranged
from the commercial (construction of Sears,
Macy’s, Gimbel’s, and Strawbridge & Clothi-
er’s Clover department stores) to the public
(the Philadelphia Bulk Mail Center; Phil-
adelphia Gas Works (PGW); the Atlantic
County Courthouse in Atlantic City, NJ) and
private sectors (The Wistar Institute at the
University of Pennsylvania). These are but a
few of many successful projects that bore the
company’s mark. Over time he would suc-
cessfully pivot the company into a home in-
spection and consulting firm, applying his
years of experience, comprehensive know-
ledge of construction, and sharp analytic
mind to the meticulous examination of resid-
ential homes, sprawling office complexes,
and commercial towers. He was known to
root out defects that escaped notice by oth-
ers in order to protect many a devoted client.

He was sought out for advice nationally; his
client list extended from New England to Flor-
ida, and its composition and breadth led one
news outlet to refer to him as the ‘Inspector
to the Stars’. Expert in his field, Barry was a
modern-day David going up against Goliaths,
but never allowed pressure to influence the
straightforward and honest reporting of facts.

His reputation brought countless court ap-
pearances as an expert witness. He also en-
joyed leading historic property restoration
projects throughout Philadelphia. He be-
longed to many professional associations.

Barry’s upbringing provided him with a
strong sense of his heritage. He would often
recount that his great-grandfather was known
as a builder of churches in Russia. His grand-
father and father followed suit as builders of
synagogues including Beth Sholom in Elkins
Park, PA, designed by Frank Lloyd Wright
and designated a National Historical Land-
mark. Beth Sholom was the family’s place of
worship in which Barry, like his father and
grandfather before him, was deeply involved.

Barry continued honoring his heritage in his
commitment to Beth Shalom in Brigantine,
NJ, or as he referred to it, the “Little Shul by
the Sea.” Barry loved life and living it to the
fullest. Each day was a new adventure for
him. He traveled to many wonderful places in
the world with dear friends and family. He
loved art, music, and theater! He was an avid
sports fan, always eager to cheer on any and
all Philadelphia teams, especially his beloved
Villanova Wildcats. He enjoyed fishing and
would talk of falling asleep on the dock be-
hind his condominium in Brigantine, only to
be awakened by the tug of a fish at the other
end of the pole, and then going across the
way to a Chinese restaurant where they
would cook his catch of the day. He gave
back to his community, always helping and
generous to those less fortunate, and in-
stilled in his children a desire to do the same.

He was active at Abington Friends School in
Jenkintown, PA. Barry was an amazing son,
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Bella Brodsky (nee Goldis) on May 12, 2020.

Wife of the late Leo. Mother of Andrea Doner,
Dr. Lisa Morton and Kenneth N. Brodsky,
Esq.. Grandmother of Michelle Klein, Paula
Metz, Samantha Morton and Jonathan Mor-
ton. Great-grandmother of Noah and Sophia.

Services are private.

GOLDSTEINS’ RROSENBERG’S
RAPHAEL-SACKS BURMAN
BROG Harold Brog, on April 30, 2020, age 87. Hus-
band of the late Marianne Brog. Loving life
partner for many years of Carlene Brod. He
had three brothers Gene, Sam and Sy. Also
survived by 6 nephews and a deceased niece.

Harold graduated from the College of Phar-
macy, He was partners with his brother Sam
in Brog Pharmacy for 35 years. He enjoyed
hiking, squash, travel and Cape May NJ. Har-
old was a long time member of Mainline Re-
form Temple. He was a generous contributor
to his alma mater and had a lifelong interest
in pharmacy and medicine. He also volun-
teered at Community Volunteers in medicine
in West Chester PA. and was President of
Friends Neighborhood Guild in Philadelphia.

Harold was known "as the nicest man I ever
met" and loved by all who knew him.

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Lisbeth Binder (nee Rezek), May 19, 2020; of
Bala Cynwyd, PA; beloved wife of the late
Howard L. Binder; loving mother of Marsy
Binder and the late Tanya A. Binder; twin sis-
ter to the late Lina Schleien; adored aunt of
Daniel and Gideon Schleien. Services were
private. Contributions in her memory may be
made to a charity of the donor’s choice.

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BLAUSTEIN William Martin Blaustein, 77, of Langhorne,
Pennsylvania left this world, Wednesday,
May 6, 2020, a victim of COVID-19. To say
he will be forever missed will never ever be
enough. “Billy” was born April 27, 1943 in
Philadelphia, PA to Simon & Hannah (Chan-
in) Blaustein, who bestowed unconditional
love upon him that he proudly passed on to
me. On June 29, 1969, he married Estelle
Blaustein (Rosen) and they spent nearly 51
years together, in good times and in bad. I’ll
love you FOREVER, Daddy!!!!
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Sandra Shirley Burman (nee Elman) April 25,
1938 - April 29, 2020. Devoted wife, mother,
and grandmother, Sandra Shirley (Elman)
Burman of Wallingford, Pa. passed away
peacefully in Media, Pa. on April 29, 2020.

She was 82. Born in Chester, Pa. on April 25,
1938, she was a child of the late Malcom
"Max" and Sara Elman. Sandra survived polio
in her childhood and graduated from Chester
High School in 1956. After high school, she
went to work managing Elman's Variety Store
at 3rd and Parker streets in Chester, Pa. with
her father. This is where she met Harvey
(Wallingford, Pa.), her surviving husband of
62 years, who delivered newspapers to the
store. They married in 1957. In 1965, Sandra
and Harvey opened Burman's Pharmacy in
Chester. She was a pioneer of working moth-
erhood in her time, serving the local com-
munity alongside her husband while they
raised three sons. They worked together for
53 years until retirement. Sandra's joys in life
were taking care of her sons and watching
them and, later, her grandchildren play
sports. She also loved dancing and espe-
cially enjoyed the music of Elvis Presley,
Barry Manilow, and the Shirelles. Sandra and
Harvey were members of Congregation Ohev
Shalom (Wallingford) for more than 50 years.

They have supported March of Dimes,
Drexel-Neumann Academy, Boys & Girls Club
of Chester, PA, Anna's Place, and many oth-
er local charities over the years. In addition to
her husband, Sandra is survived by brothers,
Joseph (Miriam) and William (Joanne), sons
David (Brenda Kline), Steven (Heidi
Potteiger), and Martin (Annmarie Burke), and
grandchildren Brett, Erica, Natalie, Benjamin,
Alex, Leo, Samuel, Max, and Jakob. In addi-
tion to her parents, she was preceded in
death by her sisters, Marilyn Agran and Joan
Treatner. For the safety and well-being of rel-
atives, friends, and neighbors, burial will be
held privately and a memorial service and
luncheon will be held at a later date. In lieu of
flowers, please consider contributions in her
memory to Anna's Place at 226 Norris Street,
Chester, PA 19013.

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RAPHAEL-SACKS CAPLIN
Richard E. Caplin on April 24, 2020. Beloved
husband of the late Arlene (nee Leonard);
Loving father of Kenneth (Nancy), Larry
(Kelli) and Keith Caplin; Devoted grandfather
of Jason (Emily), Brittany, Zachary, Mason,
Julianna and Logan; Adoring great-grandfath-
er of Chase. Services and interment are
Private. Contributions in his memory may be
made to CF Charities, www.cfcharities.org.

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Toby Bauer (nee Katz), May 3, 2020 of Phil-
adelphia, Pa. Wife of the late Richard. Moth-
er of Steven (Adena) Sherin, Randi (Stephen)
Innamarato and Bertram Bauer. Brother of
Sidney (Wanda) Katz, Jacob (Debbie) Katz
and Rochelle Freed. Also survived by two
grandchildren. The family requests that con-
tributions in her memory be made to a char-
ity of the donors choice.

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