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DEATH NOTICES
DEATH NOTICES
DEATH NOTICES
DEATH NOTICES
ASHER Howard Burman Asher, March 19, 2021, hus-
band of Myrna (nee Zeitlin) of Phila., PA, and
Harvey Cedars, NJ. Father of Noah (Laurie
Stein), Deborah (Scott Anderson) and An-
thony (Elaine Berenson), brother of Barbara
Bronstein, grandfather of Jane Asher (Peter
Liakakis), Hillary Asher, Ethan Asher, Alison
Asher, Nathan Anderson, Kenneth Anderson,
Benjamin Asher and 2 step grandchildren
Katherine and Nikita Poliakoff. Also survived
by many nieces, nephews and friends. Contri-
butions in his memory may be made to Cong.

Keneseth Israel, Jewish Federation of Great-
er Philadelphia or Sidney Kimmel Cancer
Center of Jefferson Hospital.

JOSEPH LEVINE and SONS
www.levinefuneral.com DONNELLY
Helen Donnelly, age 79, passed away on
March 20, 2021 in Philadelphia, PA. Helen
was a long time resident of Northeast Phil-
adelphia, most recently being a resident of
Paul’s Run Retirement Community. Helen
was born on December 9, 1941 in Phil-
adelphia, PA, to parents, Max and Sara Barr.

Helen worked for Wawa Corporation as The
Coffee Queen until her retirement. She was a
proud volunteer for KleinLife for many years.

Helen was preceded in death by her husband
George and her son Joseph. Helen is sur-
vived by her daughter, Carol Morgan (John),
her grandson John III, granddaughter Tracy,
great grandson Scott Boyd, her sisters Ar-
lene Seefried, Ann Kaufman, Penny Barr
(Daniel), brother Gerald and numerous nieces
and nephews. Memorial contributions may be
made to American Cancer Society via
www.donate3.cancer.org LAMB FUNERAL HOME, Inc.

www.lambfuneralhomeinc.com GOLDEN
Wolfe Lewis Golden of Philadelphia, PA,
peacefully passed away on March 18, 2021 at
the age of 86. Beloved husband of Jayne Ep-
stein, loving father of Mark Golden (Amy) and
Stephen Golden (fiance Dr. Kimberly Height-
chew), grandfather of Samuel and Maxwell
Golden, Chase Golden and Jackson Bryant.

Wolfe was the son of the late David and Alma
(nee Bershad) Golden. Born in Philadelphia,
Wolfe was an only child. Wolfe was fiercely
loyal about family and friendships. He was a
kind, loving and supportive father and a dear
friend to many. His knowledge, wisdom and
ability to listen was the foundation on which
he built his life. After returning from service
in the Army and graduating from Temple Uni-
versity, Wolfe found his true calling: teach-
ing. He landed back at his Alma Mater, Over-
brook High School. For 27 years as a teacher,
he inspired students to outperform their ex-
pectations. Wolfe treasured his summers in
Strathmere, NJ and loved his many bowling
leagues. Wolfe was so passionate about
travel that he and Jayne visited over 110
countries around the world. In lieu of flowers,
the family requests donations in Wolfe’s
name be made to The Morris Animal Shelter,
1242 Lombard St, Philadelphia, PA 19147.

GOLDSTEINS' ROSENBERG'S
RAPHAEL-SACKS www.goldsteinsfuneral.com
DEATH NOTICES
SCHNITZER HORWITZ
LICHTMAN LEIBOVITZ
H. Vivianne (Billie) Horwitz, 91, of King of
Prussia, PA, passed away peacefully in her
home on February 19, 2021. She was born in
Pottstown, PA on July 4, 1929 to Morris and
Sally (Laber) Horwitz. She was predeceased
by her sisters Geraldine Forman and Shirley
Woolf. After graduating from high school, Bil-
lie worked for the Philadelphia Board of Edu-
cation, starting in the typing pool and work-
ing her way up to Administrative Assistant for
the Superintendent of Schools. After retiring
from the Board of Education, Billie went to
work for PRIME, a nonprofit philanthropic or-
ganization. Billie was excited and fulfilled by
volunteering her time and energies to vari-
ous nonprofits including serving as a docent
at the Philadelphia Zoo from 1984 until just
before her death. As a docent, she was a
member of or chaired several committees
and particularly loved doing outreach to chil-
dren and juniors. She received awards for
contributing “above and beyond”. In addition
to her zoo docent activities, for 22 years she
volunteered through the Retired Senior Vo-
lunteer Program (RSVP), to Hospice Care,
Historical Society of Montgomery County and
others. Her most recent volunteer activity
was with The Clinic, Healthcare for the Unin-
sured, in Phoenixville, PA, an organization
that was near and dear to her heart. She
loved music, art, theater (Broadway and com-
munity), the Zoo, Eagles, Phillies, and bridge.

She was a world traveler and wherever she
went she made lifelong friends. Her quiet
manner and gentle disposition only en-
hanced her strengths and commanded the re-
spect and love from all who knew her. She is
survived by her nephews Mark Forman
(Cheryl), Mel Woolf (Susan Shermer), and
Jeffrey Woolf whom she loved dearly as ex-
emplified by her email and license plate “ant-
bil”. As an example of her generosity, Billie
had requested that her remains be donated.

In the interest of safety, no service is being
planned at this time. Condolences may be ex-
pressed at the funeral home website
(https://www.hancockfuneralhome.net) The family asks that donations in her
memory be made to:
The Clinic in Phoenixville
https://www.theclinicpa.org or
Philadelphia Zoo in memory of Billie Horwitz
https://phillyzoo.pivvit.com/donate Sadly, on April 4, 2020, in Maryland, Cheryl
R. Leibovitz, 69, passed on due to a brief ill-
ness. Cheryl was born in Philadelphia, PA,
lived in Baltimore, MD, graduated with a
bachelor’s degree from the University of
Maryland, moved to Washington, DC and
later made her home in Alexandria, VA.

Cheryl was the loving daughter of the late
Sidney Leibovitz of Baltimore, MD and the
late Sylvia (nee Kaplan). She is survived by
her brother, Marc Leibovitz (Naomi
Kaufmann), step-mother, Adrienne (Biren-
Berger), step-sisters Danielle Berger Gorgas
(Kenny) and Victoria Magi Berger and niece
Sidney Alexandra Berger. Cheryl retired from
a long and dedicated career in public service
ten years ago. She worked as a Program
Specialist and her expertise was in the area of
Federal Student Financial Aid. While em-
ployed at the U.S. Department of Education,
Cheryl enjoyed her volunteer work with high
school students seeking her advice and
mentoring as they prepared for university ad-
mission. Cheryl was a mixed media artist and
a talented weaver and jewelry designer. She
was a studio artist at Convergence in Alexan-
dria, VA where she led the Sunset Art Salon
Series for several years and participated in
art exhibits. In recent years, Cheryl taught art
classes at Adas Israel Synagogue in Wash-
ington, DC to both preschool children and
adults. Another passion of Cheryl’s was
theater, attending hundreds of productions
each year. She and a group of friends made
regular trips to New York to see shows on
and off Broadway. Cheryl also supported loc-
al theater, serving as a volunteer and sup-
porter of Arlington’s Signature Theater. She
was a sought-after theater critic who
provided feedback to local theater groups in
the DC area. Cheryl loved her family and
friends and had many feline friends as well.

Cheryl enjoyed domestic and international
travel. Cheryl appreciated the diversity of hu-
manity as her circle of loved ones attests.

Cheryl was an understanding and loving
friend and will be missed by many. Funeral
arrangements were private. Contributions in
her memory may be sent to: Pet Adoption
and Lifecare Society (PALS). Web site:
www.palscatrescue.org TO PLACE A MEMORIAL AD
CALL 215.832.0749
Albert Lichtman, on March 22, 2021. Albie,
son of the late Abe and Norma Lichtman lived
a wonderful life for 89 years. He had a way of
making each person feel like they were spe-
cial and in return everyone loved and felt
close to him. He had the best memory, was
sharp as a tack, and loved to have fun his
way. He will be missed by many and will al-
ways be in our hearts. Lovingly survived by
his wife Joyce, sons Dr. Craig Lichtman and
David Lichtman. Brother of the late Jerome
(Natalie Lichtman Freedman), Ronald Licht-
man (Joan Millman), Paul Lichtman (Susan)
and Elaine Lichtman. Adored grandfather of
Ben Lichtman. Stepfather of Ava Geller (War-
ren), Matthew Trachton (Linda), Manny
Trachton (Nancy), and grandfather of their
children Ravi (deceased), Eli, Daniel, Melissa,
Danny Jo and Danielle. Graveside services
were being held at Roosevelt Memorial Park
on March 25th. Contributions in his memory
may be made to Beth Am Israel
https://www.bethamisrael.org GOLDSTEINS’ ROSENBERG’S
RAPHAEL-SACKS www.goldsteinsfuneral.com
MITCHELL John E. Mitchell, age 65, of Lafayette Hill, PA,
passed away peacefully on Wednesday
March 17, 2021 surrounded by his family and
will be greatly missed. Born and raised in
Philadelphia, John graduated from LaSalle
University and earned his CPA shortly after.

John started his career with Laventhol & Hor-
wath, where he met his beloved wife, and
most recently was with Marks Paneth as the
Partner-in-Charge of the Pennsylvania Office.

He is survived by his wife Jamie, and his two
children Rory and Jordan. A private service
was held at West Laurel Hill Funeral Home.

Contributions in his memory may be made to
Fox Chase Cancer Center, 333 Cottman Ave.,
Phila., PA 19111.

WEST LAUREL HILL FUNERAL HOME
www.westlaurelhill.com RICH
Mildred Rich (nee Kaplan) on March 19,
2021. Wife of the late Leon. Mother of Steph-
en Rich. Graveside Services were held
Sunday, March 21 at Shalom Memorial Park,
3573 Pine Rd., Huntingdon Valley PA 19006.

GOLDSTEINS’ ROSENBERG’S
RAPHAEL-SACKS www.goldsteinsfuneral.com
Norman Schnitzer, retired US Air Force veter-
an, died March 22, 2021 in his 93rd year. He
was a South Philadelphia native who lived at
Horsham Center for Jewish Life, formerly of
Bensalem and Levittown, Pa. Norman was a
Past Commander of the Fegelson-Young-
Feinberg Post #697 Jewish War Veterans
where he helped develop their Holocaust pro-
gram for area schools. He also served as PA
State Department Commander. Husband of
the late Harriet. Father of Mark Schnitzer
(Janis), Rabbi Jeff Schnitzer (Nancy), Cantor
Neil Schnitzer (Linda), and Eric Schnitzer
(Lilibeth). Grandfather of Brian, Kevin, Re-
becca, Jonathan, Alex, David, Aaron, Ashlee,
Zachary, and Maya. Norman is also survived
by 4 great grandchildren. Family was
everything to him and he was ever-present in
the lives of his children and grandchildren.

Contributions in his memory may be made to
Congregation Tifereth Israel of Bucks County,
2909 Bristol Road, Bensalem, Pa. 19020.

GOLDSTEINS' ROSENBERG'S
RAPHAEL-SACKS www.goldsteinsfuneral.com
SCHWARTZ Rosella “Rose” Schwartz (née Cooper) on
March 19, 2021. Beloved wife of the late Sey-
mour “Sy” Schwartz. Loving mother of Susan
(Marc) Kallman and Karyn (Leiv) Blad. Cher-
ished Bubby to Sara and Erik. Dear sister of
Hyman (Ann) Cooper. Dear sister-in-law of
Maxine Schwartz. Rosella met and fell in love
with Sy more than 65 years ago. Together
they built two successful women’s high-fash-
ion shoe businesses, Brothers Very Beautiful
Shoes and, later, Fantasy Shoe Collections.

Rosella made people comfortable in her pres-
ence, and most everyone considered her a
friend. She was one of the kindest, warmest,
most generous persons any of us have ever
met. The world is a better place because she
lived in it, and she leaves behind three gener-
ations of loved ones who will cherish her
memory and the exemplary life she lived.

Graveside services were private. Contribu-
tions in her memory may be made to the
American Cancer Society www.cancer.org.

GOLDSTEINS’ ROSENBERG’S
RAPHAEL-SACKS www.goldsteinsfuneral.com
WIENER Joan Wiener (nee Levin), March 21, 2021 of
Havertown; wife of the late Bernard, mother
of Bruce F. Wiener and Phyllis Bassin, grand-
mother of Ethan Bassin (Sandhya) and the
late Zachary Bassin, daughter of the late Alex-
ander and Esther Levin. Services were
private. The family would appreciate contri-
butions in her memory to Emily’s Entourage,
P. O. Box 71, Merion Station, PA 19066
(emilysentourage.org). JOSEPH LEVINE and SONS
www.levinefuneral.com GREEN
Eileen S. Green (nee Weiner), March 22,
2021. Mother of Lauren Green (Gregg Soffer)
and Lindsey (Rafael) Gutierrez. Sister Of
Linda (Larry) Brouse; also survived by 7
grandchildren. Contributions in her memory
may be made to the Woman’s Animal Center,
3839 Richlieu Road, Bensalem, PA 19020.

GOLDSTEINS' ROSENBERG'S
RAPHAEL-SACKS www.goldsteinsfuneral.com
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