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KAHN It is with broken hearts that we announce the
passing of our beloved Melva Rosalyn (nee
Devens) Klebanoff, 95, of Langhorne, Pa.

Melva passed away at The Brunswick of At-
tleboro on May 12, 2020 from COVID-19.

Her fierce independence, kind spirit, compas-
sion for others, and the love she had for her
family will be deeply missed. Melva was born
to Lawrence and Ann Devens, in Philadelphia,
PA. She graduated from William Penn HS,
Temple University’s Tyler School of Art, and
served in the U.S. Navy WAVES during WWII.

In 1949 she married David, and lived in Levit-
town, PA, for over 40 years. Melva continued
her passion with art as an art teacher in the
Bensalem School District for over 25 years.

As a talented painter she spent many sum-
mers painting vistas at workshops along the
East Coast and abroad. She enjoyed visiting
museums and attending classical music con-
certs while sketching the musicians. She had
a brilliant mind and a lifelong love of learning.

Melva had a sharp wit, was a voracious read-
er, enjoyed playing word games and was an
exceptional Scrabble wiz. Melva was always
ready for a lively political debate, especially,
related to the state of Israel. She was pre-
ceded in death by her husband, Dr. David
Klebanoff. She is survived by three daugh-
ters, Freda Willis, of Upper Darby, Abbe Kle-
banoff (Steve) of Philadelphia and Daphne
Klebanoff (Phil) of Lawrenceville, NJ; four
grandchildren, Anthony, Habeeba, Steven and
Stephanie; great-grandchildren, Emily, Ash-
ley, Nate, Anthony Jr., and Dylan; and loving
nieces and nephews. Services will be held
privately. A celebration of life will be held at a
later date. Contributions in her memory may
be made to The Jewish Federation of Greater
Philadelphia. GOLDSTEINS' ROSENBERG'S
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HOCKMAN Joan Hockman (nee Dubin), May 18, 2020, of
Bala Cynwyd PA. Wife of the late Norman
Hockman; Mother of Kenneth Hockman and
Frank and Lori Hockman. Sister of Burton
Dubin (Dec'd). Grandmother of Erin (David),
Corey, Jessie and Jake. Great grandmother to
Nora. Also survived by a multitude of nieces,
nephews, cousins and friends that felt like
family. Services are Private. The family re-
spectfully requests contributions in her
memory be made to a charity of the donor's
choice. JOSEPH LEVINE and SONS
HABER Sylvia Estelle Haber (Papierman) passed
away at the age of 88. Daughter of Isaac (de-
ceased) and Rose (deceased) Papierman;
loving wife of Lawrence Haber (deceased)
and loving mother of Irwin and Ida (Selig-
man) Haber, Nancy (Haber) and Dr. Richard
Schmidt and Marla Haber (deceased); loving
grandmother of Nathan Haber, Ryan and
Shlomit Haber, Rena Haber, Anne and David
Frankel, Richard Jr. and Jackie Schmidt,
Laura and Drew Osach, Grant and Remi
Schmidt, and Max Schmidt; loving great-
grandmother “GG” to Arianna Haber, Ava
Haber, Noa Haber, Aiden Haber, Sebastian
Frankel, Logan Frankel, Mila Schmidt and
Peri Schmidt; loving aunt and great aunt;
dear sister of Julius Papierman (deceased)
and Hy Papierman (deceased); beloved sis-
ter-in-law of Esther Papierman (deceased),
Gilbert and Lenore Haber and Stuart Haber.

Donations should be sent to Chabad of So-
lon and Lankenau Medical Center Wyn-
newood, PA. You will remain in our hearts
forever. Private family services were held at
Mt. Olive Cemetery. Arrangements by
Berkowitz-Kumin-Bookatz memorial Chapel,
Cleveland Hts., OH.

BERKOWITZ-KUMIN-BOOKATZ MEMORIAL CHAPEL
HALPERN Dr. E. Melvin Halpern on April 29, 2020. Dr.

Halpern was a retired Registered Pharmacist,
with a Doctorate in Pharmacy – PharmD. He
was also an avid gardener, an experienced
woodworker, and a longtime member of
Ohev Shalom of Bucks County. He was the
beloved husband of Phyllis (nee Dorman),
devoted father of Caren (Brian) Franco,
Joshua (Meliha) Halpern, and Michael (Ryan)
Halpern, and loving grandfather of Julia,
Megan, Jacob and Ryder. He was the dear
brother of Shelly Feinman. Graveside ser-
vices will be private. Contributions in his
memory may be made to the Jewish Resid-
ent's Council of Ann's Choice – 31000 Ann's
Choice Way, Warminster, PA 18974 or Israel
Guide Dogs for the Blind www.israelguide-
dog.org GOLDSTEINS' ROSENBERG'S
RAPHAEL-SACKS HERMAN
Estelle Herman (nee Stein), May 9, 2020; of
Bala Cynwyd; beloved wife of the late Morton;
loving mother of Richard & Marsha Herman
and Alan & Alexa Herman; devoted sister of
Robert Stein (Buby); cherished grandmother
of Shari & Michael, Jacob, Samuel & Taylor;
adored great-grandmother of Ayden and Evie.

Services are private. In lieu of flowers, con-
tributions in her memory may be made to Ha-
dassah or a charity of the donor’s choice.

JOSEPH LEVINE and SONS
HOROWITZ Arlene M. Horowitz (Fratkin), 78, of Wyn-
newood, beloved wife, mother, sister, cousin,
Bubbie, friend, passed away at peace on the
evening of May 3rd due to complications of
COVID-19. She fought a nearly lifelong battle
with T1 Diabetes coupled later in life with
heart disease and other health challenges.

Described by her brother as a rising phoenix,
she was not defined by her illnesses, rather
we will remember her for her humor and
strength. An animal lover since birth, her
childhood summers were fondly spent at
Pinemere Camp where she went on to be-
come a counselor with keen archery skills. As
a student and later an educator, she re-
mained active as an alum of Overbrook HS
Class of January 1959. Earning her degree in
elementary education at Penn State in 1962,
she was a founding member of the campus
chapter of Delta Phi Epsilon sorority. She
built a career in the arts, education and ad-
ministration. Arlene was preceded in death by
her parents Ralph Fratkin and Mildred Fratkin
(Levin). She is survived by her husband of
nearly 58 years, Michael, and their children
David Horowitz and Julie Horowitz-Jackson
(Donald); siblings Susan Fratkin Sherman, El-
liot Fratkin (Marty Nathan), and Jake Fratkin
(Dominique); 3 nieces and 4 nephews, 5
grand nieces and a grand nephew. Perhaps
Arlene’s greatest joy was being Bubbie to her
special guy who inherited her love of archery,
birds, and butterflies. In lieu of flowers, dona-
tions in her memory may be made to JDRF or
The American Heart Association.

GOLDSTEINS' ROSENBERG'S
RAPHAEL-SACKS JAFFE
Sydney M. Jaffe, on May 7, 2020. Husband
of Rita (nee Dowburd), wife of 69+ years.

Father of Howard Jaffe (Mary Ellen Goetz),
David Jaffe (Judith Voynow), Sharon Jaffe (C.

Allen Carson, Jr.), Jeremy Jaffe (Nancy Wolf-
son) and Celia Jaffe Mamary (A. James
Mamary). Brother of Jerome (Faith) Jaffe,
the late Helen Kohn (Sheldon Kohn) and the
late Beatrice Weinberg Sklar (Leon Sklar).

Brother-in-law of Chic Dowburd (Joan Dow-
burd) and the late Elaine Cohen (Phil Cohen)
and Mel Dowburd. Grandfather of Vera Bess
Koskelo (Antti Koskelo), Rebecca Jaffe,
Rachel Jaffe, Noah Jaffe, Aaron Jaffe, Han-
nahRose Mamary, Andrea Jaffe, and LilyR-
uth Mamary. Lovingly remembered by many
nieces and nephews. Private Graveside Ser-
vices are being held. Contributions in his
memory may be made to the Juvenile Dia-
betes Research Foundation, www.jdrf.org, or
to Friends of Yad Sarah, www.friendsofyad-
sarah.org GOLDSTEINS’ ROSENBERG’S
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Edward Kahn, 86, of Blue Bell, Pennsylvania,
passed away on May 17, 2020. Husband of
Shirley (nee Osterneck). Father of Jeffrey
(Susan Lessack) and Andrew (Maureen
Ruchhoeft). Grandfather of Emma, Samuel
and Max Kahn. A native Philadelphian, Ed
was born in the Wynnefield neighborhood of
Philadelphia to immigrant parents. He had
many fond memories of his upbringing and
retained lifelong friendships with many
people he knew as a child. Ed attended
Temple University and received a degree in
marketing. After earning a master’s degree
and postgraduate training in Detroit and New
York, he returned to Temple where he taught,
did research, and held administrative posi-
tions. His professional life had a number of
chapters. Ed worked as a marketing consult-
ant, an executive for a large Fortune 500
company, general manager and chief operat-
ing officer of several companies that sold
products to consumers, founding partner and
president of a publishing company, and edit-
or of a magazine. At each place he worked,
he made an impact with his unique manage-
ment style, creativity, and compassionate
leadership. Ed served as a mentor to count-
less people, providing valuable support and
guidance that influenced many people’s ca-
reers and lives. He had eclectic interests, al-
ways had a twinkle in his eye, loved to tell
stories and jokes, and retained a relentlessly
positive outlook on life. He was a loyal friend
to many and fiercely devoted to his family,
especially his wife of 60 years. Funeral Ser-
vices Private. Contributions may be made to
Old York Road Temple Beth-Am, 971 York
Road, Abington, PA 19001, or to a charity of
the donor’s choice.

GOLDSTEINS’ ROSENBERG’S
RAPHAEL-SACKS KAHN
Vivian Kahn (nee Shapiro). Beloved wife of
Louis Kahn. Devoted mother of Deborah H.

Kahn and Jacalyn S. Kahn. Services and in-
terment were private at Haym Salomon Me-
morial Park. Contributions in her memory
may be made to JCHAI 274 S Bryn Mawr
Ave, Bryn Mawr, PA 19010.

JOSEPH LEVINE and SONS
KATZ-ZAROFF Sara Katz-Zaroff (nee Tarnopol) 96, on April
30, 2020. Beloved wife of the late Daniel Katz
and the late Michael Zaroff; Loving mother of
Harvey (Esther Surden) Katz, Joel (Carolynn)
Katz and Stanton (Melody) Katz; Devoted
grandmother of Deborah, Gregory (Paige),
Joshua (Kiara), Ethan (Martha), Seth, Jonah,
Lauren (Adam) and Robert (Kara); Adoring
great-grandmother of Ari, Reese and Hayley.

Contributions in her memory may be made to
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Sandra Kleinbart (nee Rubenstein) on May 5,
2020. Beloved wife of the late Paul; Loving
mother of Dr. Ric (Cynthia) Kleinbart and the
late Jeffrey Kleinbart; Mother-in-law of Lee
Kleinbart; Dear Sister of Ruth Hurowitz; De-
voted grandmother of Zachary (Bianca),
Carly, Emily, Beth and Cristin. Services and
interment are Private. Contributions in her
memory may be made to Jewish National
Fund, 78 Randall Ave., Rockville Centre, NY
11570. GOLDSTEINS' ROSENBERG'S
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Adelle Kline (nee Sussberg), May 14, 2020;
of Phila.; beloved wife of the late Charles R.

Kline; loving mother of Marlene Kline (Robert
Yablon), Susan Kline Klehr (Leonard), Lauren
Powers (Robert); cherished grandmother of
Michael (Lea), Zachary (Deborah), Eli,
Samuel, Emma and Olivia; adored great-
grandmother of James, Noah and Ethan.

Services are private. Contributions in her
memory may be made to Albert Einstein
Healthcare Network Covid-19 Crisis Re-
sponse Fund, Congregation Rodeph Shalom
or a charity of the donor’s choice.

JOSEPH LEVINE and SONS
KOLODNER Meyer Kolodner, April 25, 2020 of Media, PA
at the age of 96; husband of 60 years to the
late Sarah (nee Saphir); father of Janet Ko-
lodner (Michael Klein z”l), Elliot “Hillel” Ko-
lodner (Elana Dorfman), and Stuart Kolodner
(Deborah Simonds); brother of the late Jac-
ob L. Kolodner; grandfather of Orly Klein;
Joshua (Rebecca) Klein; and Kobi, Noam,
Galya, Nadav, and Zohar Kolodner; great-
grandfather of Ella and Sadie Klein; uncle and
cousin of many. Meyer worked at the Phil-
adelphia Navy Yard for many years and was a
pioneer in using Fresnel lenses to guide air-
planes landing on aircraft carriers. He is re-
membered as generous with his time, money,
and imagination. Contributions can be made
to American Friends of Magen David Adom
(afmda.org) or to any Covid-related organiza-
tion focused on the sick, first responders, im-
migrants, refugees, or the unemployed.

JOSEPH LEVINE and SONS
KRAFT Shirley Kraft on April 27, 2020. Beloved wife
of the late Morris; devoted mother of Bar-
bara Kraft, Irving (BettyAnn) Kraft, and Larry
Kraft; loving grandmother of Blair Britt.

Graveside Services were private. Contribu-
tions in her memory may be made to Ha-
dassah, 1518 Walnut St. Suite 402, Phila, PA
19102, or charity of the donor's choice.

GOLDSTEINS' ROSENBERG'S
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LASTMAN David Lastman, age 70, passed away on erev
shabbat May 15th. A Philadelphian all his life,
he was a devoted and cherished participant in
our Historic Kesher Israel community. David
frequently read torah and haftarot at the syn-
agogue on shabbat and holidays. In addition
to achieving a bachelor of arts degree from
Temple University he acquired a bachelor of
arts degree in Jewish studies from Gratz Col-
lege and a master of arts degree in Jewish
studies from Dropsie University. During his
many years in Philadelphia he taught hebrew
school and trained young people for their bar
and bat mizvah in a number of local syn-
agogues. David is survived by his sister
Wendy and brother in law Avi Keter, neph-
ews and neices. David was buried in his be-
loved State of Israel. For information about
donations in his memory please contact His-
toric Kesher Israel.

LEIBOWITZ Lanny Louis Leibowitz on April 25, 2020.

Husband of Paula "Penny" (nee Eckstut).

Father of Nathan (Jane) Leibowitz, Beth
(Alan) Myers, Matthew Leibowitz and the late
Jonathan Leibowitz. Grandfather of Carly
(Josh) Rosenkranz and Dana Myers (fiance'
Jeff Glauser). Graveside services are private.

Contributions in his memory may be made to
the Jewish Federation Covid 19 Emergency
Response Fund, 2100 Arch St., Philadelphia,
PA 19103.

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