ATKINSON
DEATH NOTICES
ATKINSON Amy Lowenthal Atkinson, February 7, 2020
beloved mother, and 2-time cancer survivor,
died surrounded by family & friends on Fri-
day, February 7th, after succumbing to her
25-year-battle with breast cancer, she was
70. Amy was born in Philadelphia, PA, and
attended Lower Merion High School before
earning a BA in Communications from
Temple University. She went on to work as a
producer and on-air host for Philadelphia's
"Evening Magazine," a nighttime TV news
show. In 1979 she married Hal "Fort" Atkin-
son and moved to 'Minneapolis, MN, where
she was the director of communications for
Control Data. The couple moved to Los
Angeles in 1992, where she worked as a sub-
stitute teacher and wedding planner while
raising their daughter, Kaycelyn. Amy was a
talented artist who loved to paint, decorate,
garden, cook, & entertain- but more than
anything she was a devoted mother. She de-
veloped breast cancer in 1995 and spent
more than two decades bravely fighting. She
is survived by her daughter /Kaycelyn Atkin-
son, stepdaughter Charlotte Atkinson Shergu;
granddaughter Violet Shergur; sister KC
Baldadian; and many nieces, nephews, cous-
ins & friends.A memorial service will be held
privately. In lieu of flowers, donations can be
made in her name to City of Hope Cancer
Center (866-683-4673).

BELL Herbert M Bell, one day after his 100th Birth-
day; devoted husband of the late Eleanor (nee
Cohen); loving father of the late Robert (Ar-
den) and Dr.I Barry (Carol); devoted grand-
father of Stacy (Howie) Rosen, Stephanie
(Matt) Mayers and Alyssa Bell (Rachel
Dougherty); adoring great-grandfather of
Sadie, Emily, Norah and Hannah. Herbert was
a proud veteran of the U.S. Army during
World War ll. Herbert was a lover of classical
music. Contributions in his memory may be
made to an orchestra, ensemble or music
non-profit of the donor's choice. www.levine-
funeral.com JOSEPH LEVINE and SONS
BERGER Barbara Ann Berger (nee Fish), 84, March 16,
2020. Wife of the late Allan J. Berger. Mother
of Andrea Berger, Lisa Berger (Jeff) Baskin
and Adam (Rachel) Berger. Nana of Adin and
Zack Berger and Sophie and the late Joey
Baskin. Daughter of the late Albert A. Fish
and Sadie Fish Goldberg. Sister of the late
Richard (Frances) Fish. Sister-in-law of Shir-
ley (the late Stanley) Tauber. Contributions in
her memory may be made to the Alzheimer’s
Assoc. (Phila Walk Team: MissBarb), 399
Market Street, Suite 102, Phila., PA 19106,
Main Line Reform Temple (Odell Library En-
dowment Fund), 410 Montgomery Ave.,
Wynnewood, PA 19096 or Gratz College (Tut-
tleman Library Fund), 7605 Old York Rd.,
Melrose Park, PA 19027.

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BRECHER Harold “Hal” Brecher, of Rydal Park, a retired
clinical and school psychologist and accom-
plished, amateur artist died February 22,
2020 at Abington Memorial Hospital at the
age of 88. From 1977 until 1993, Dr. Brecher
was a psychologist for the School District of
Philadelphia where he used his expertise to
help students struggling with behavioral, so-
cial and emotional issues. Prior to working
for the school district, he was a clinical psy-
chologist in the Department of Pediatrics at
Frankford Hospital from 1963 to 1980. He
also maintained a clinical psychology prac-
tice in Northeast Philadelphia from 1962 un-
til retiring in 2011. He was also a consultant
to the School District of Glassboro, NJ for
more than 30 years and was associated with
the Professional Clinical Forum until he re-
tired from private practice. In his private
practice Dr. Brecher continued to help pa-
tients navigate through their mental health is-
sues. Dr. Brecher earned a bachelor’s degree
in 1954, a master’s degree in 1955, and a
doctoral degree in 1962 – all in psychology
from Temple University. Born on Valentine’s
Day, February 14, 1932 to William and Elsie
Brecher, Ukrainian immigrants, he was pre-
deceased by his two older brothers, Jerrold
and Sydney. As a young boy, Hal helped out
at his family business, Brecher’s Dress Shop
on Fabric Row on Fourth Street below South.

He often spoke of “rich memories of street
life, “including, “delis, push carts, street
vendors and corner crop dice games.” The
result of this background – “in the neighbor-
hood, in public school and in the store” – he
said, “made me accepting of differences and
people from all walks of life.” He was mar-
ried to Lorraine Davis, who also predeceased
him, until 1986. They raised a son and three
daughters in Northeast Philadelphia. For 20
years, Dr. Brecher attended classes at Chel-
tenham Art Center. He created sculptures in
clay and welded metal and painted with ac-
rylics, oils, and watercolor. His work was
frequently included in exhibitions at the Chel-
tenham Art Center. Dr. Brecher traveled ex-
tensively through Europe and once drove
cross-country visiting the U.S. National
Parks. He enjoyed winter vacations in Siesta
Key, Florida, and more recently, in Rancho
Mirage, California. He loved dancing and
classical music and was a longtime sub-
scriber to The Philadelphia Orchestra, and
supported WRTI, the Abington Library, and
the Performance Garage on Brandywine
Street in Philadelphia. Hal is survived by his
son, David (Emily); daughters Renee Brock
(Mark), Linda Brecher Bekoff (Andy), and
Ellyn Kellerman (Jonathon); nine grandchil-
dren; one great granddaughter; and his part-
ner, Millie Berg. Contributions in his memory
may be made to Cheltenham Center for the
Arts 439 Ashbourne Rd. Cheltenham, PA
19012. Please include Brecher memorial
donation in the memo line.

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CHETTY FRIEDMAN
Karen Chetty (nee Sheppard) age 78 years,
On February 22, 2020 of Broomall, PA. Be-
loved wife of Fred Chetty, Loving mother of
Lisa (Ken) Connelly and Marc (Tara) Chetty,
also survived by 5 grandchildren and her sis-
ter Robin Werbitzky. Karen was a School
Crossing Guard for many years, first with the
Philadelphia School District and then the
Marple Township School District. Contribu-
tions in her memory may be made to any
Charity of the Donor’s Choice. www.levinefu-
neral.com COHEN
Evelyn Baker Cohen (nee Ringold). February
27, 2020 of North Wales, Pa. Widow of the
late Marvin Baker. Mother of Fern (Steven)
Baker-Guy and David Baker (Lisa Bell). Sister
of Dr. Joel (Harriett) Ringold. Grandmother of
Lily Baker and Shannon (Eric) Bernard.

Great-Grandmother of Noah and Ashtyn. The
family request that contributions in her
memory be made to the Simon Weisenthal
Center-www.wiesenthal.com. www.levinefu-
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COHEN Hilda (nee Nemeth) Cohen age 88 of War-
rington, Pa died on February 28, 2020. Be-
loved wife of the late Raymond Cohen. Lov-
ing mother of Nata (Marc) Schonfeld,
Fran(Louis) Sannutti and Stuart Cohen.

Cherished grandmother of Karla (Jeff)
Horwitz, Ryan, Joe and Aaron. Adored Great
grandmother of Ashley and Rayna. Contribu-
tions in her memory may be made to Con-
gregation Tiferes B'Nai Israel 2478 Street
Road Warrington, PA 18976.

DURETZ Martin Duretz, on February 24, 2020. Be-
loved husband of the late Nancy (nee Axil-
bund). Loving father of Randie (Michael) ,
Scott (Robin) and Michael (Irene). Devoted
Grandfather of Jaime (Adam), Justin, Mor-
gan and Max; adoring great grandfather of
Noa. Contributions in his memory may be
made to American Stoke Association,
www.stroke.org or Autism Cares Foundation,
www.autismcaresfoundation.org, www.gold-
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ELIAS Mildred B. Elias (nee Biser) on February 21,
2020. Mother of Wayne (Lynne) Elias, Todd
(Gail) Elias and Michele (Roy) Kramer.

Grandmother of Matthew, Lauren and Joseph
Elias. Contributions in her memory may be
made to Jewish Federation of Greater Phil-
adelphia, 2100 Arch Street, Philadelphia PA
19103. GOLDSTEINS' ROSENBERG'S
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Sheldon H. Finberg, died on February 26,
2020. Husband of Phyllis L. (nee Schwartz).

Father of Andrew M. (Tracey) Finberg,
Jonathan D. Finberg, Fred Glickstein, Mi-
chael Glickstein and Kevin Glickstein. Grand-
father of Marshall, Morgan, Deniyele, Mikena,
Harrison and Holland.

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Estelle Friedman (nee Sofian), nee 92, died
on March 11, 2020. She was a retired book-
keeper who resided in Wynnewood ,
Pennsylvania. Wife of the late Jack; mother
of Michael (Carol) Schwartz, Jack (Michele)
Schwartz, Risa (Ryan) Berman, and the late
Frank Schwartz; sister of Bernice Rhodes and
Irene Herman; grandmother of Jamie (Sean),
Melissa (Robert), Andrew (Sara), Abe, Soph-
ie (Andrew), and Avery; and also survived by
8 great-grandchildren. Contributions in her
memory may be made to Schizophrenia &
Related Disorders Alliance of America
(SARDAA), www.sardaa.org.

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Judith A.Gaber, Feb. 18, 2020 of Marlton, NJ.

Wife of the Late Philip Gaber and the late
Benjamin Lichtman. Mother of Garry
(Melissa) Gaber, Howard (Kate) Gaber and
Harvey (Paula) Gaber. Grandmother of Xan-
der, Sammy and Kaitlynn.

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GOLDBLUM Barbara F. Goldblum (nee Fishkin), on Febru-
ary 29, 2020. Beloved wife of the late Robert;
Loving mother of Deborah (Darrin) Uhl, Re-
becca (Graham) Kilshaw and the late Joseph
Goldblum. Adoring grandmother of Joshua,
Nathan, Adina, Noah, Elias and Gabriella.

Contributions in her memory may be made to
Joseph Goldblum Library Fund at Or Ami,
708 Ridge Pike, Lafayette Hill, PA 19444 or
MANNA, PO Box 301814, Phila., PA 19103.

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Donald Gardner, on March 12, 2020. Hus-
band of Joanne (nee Einhorn), father of Jam-
ie Gardner (Jonathan Stern) and Margie
Gardner (Cliff Berman), brother of Howard
Gardner (Naomi) and David Gardner (Pat
Bridgman), grandfather of Jacob and
Madeline Berman and Benjamin and Rebecca
Stern. Contributions may be made to the AS-
PCA in memory of Donald Gardner. L
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GLICKSTEIN Meyer “Mike” Glickstein, passed away on
Feb. 29, 2020. Mike was born on 1/14/38 to
Matty (The Duke) and Irene (nee Brown)
Glickstein. Mike was predeceased by his
brothers, Robert (The Colonel) and Merril
Glickstein. He is survived by his wife of 60
years, Carole; his sons, Mark (Leslie) and
Mitchell (Rebecca). He is also survived by his
sister, Deana Glickstein. Family meant
everything to Mike and he was overjoyed with
happiness when he was with his grandchil-
dren, Hunter Perry Glickstein and Karissa
Micol. He was also blessed by his great
grandchildren, Tatem and Bennet Micol. He
will also be missed by his cats, Harry and
Sally. Mike was born and raised in South
Philadelphia and took great pride in telling
stories of his youth which filled our days with
laughter. He loved being a South Philadelphi-
an and hanging out on many corners. He will
be dearly missed by his friends and family. In
lieu of flowers, donations may be made in
Mike’s memory to St. Jude Children’s Re-
search Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memph-
is, TN 38105.

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Carolyn S. Goldman, on March 8, 2020. Be-
loved and devoted daughter of the late Alan
and Thelma Lax Goldman. Dear cousin of
Lewis (Janis) Lax, Susan (Bob) Frutkin, Jan
(Michael) Weiss, and Cindy (Merrill) Reese.

Also survived by numerous 2 nd cousins and
longtime friends. Contributions in her
memory may be made to Penn Medicine,
Ovarian Cancer Research or a charity of the
donor’s choice.

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Fleurette Goldman, on February 23, 2020 of
Mt. Laurel, NJ. Wife of the late Eli Goldman.

Mother of Jerry (Paula) Goldman, Neal
(Ruth) Goldman and Michele (Sydney)
Weinstein. Grandmother of Alex, Joseph
(Sarah), Max, Louis (Marlena), Eliza, Sara
(Harris)and Gabby. Contributions can be
made to the Boyer College of Music and
Dance at Temple University,
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GOODMAN Stewart H. Goodman, March 6, 2020, of
Paoli, PA. Beloved husband of Carol (nee
Rosner); loving father of Tracey Perzan and
Sharon (Richard) Stoer; adored grandfather
of Rio, Sam, Jason, and Michelle and great-
grandfather of Katrina and Brianna; devoted
brother of the late Evelyn Bedrof and the late
Razel Eplan. In lieu of flowers, the family re-
quests contributions be made to the Dis-
abled Veterans National Foundation
www.dvnf.org or to a charity of the donor's
choice. JOSEPH LEVINE and SONS
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