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DEATH NOTICES
BARG GOLDER
Elaine Barg (nee Albert), 89, of Merion, PA,
died on March 26. Wife of Alvin; mother to
Ron (Debbie) and Jeff (Kathy); grandmother
to Jason (Holly), Robert (Heather), Paula
(Mike) Dziura, and Rachel; great-grandmoth-
er to Mitchell, Ella, Justin, Lily, Dylan,
Brandon, and Demi. Elaine always put family
first, starting with her parents Sam and Fan-
nie Albert and most recently her great-grand-
children. Talented in needlepoint and cultivat-
ing cacti, Elaine loved sharing meals and
laughs with family and friends. Contributions
in Elaine's memory may be made by planting
a tree in Israel through the Jewish National
Fund, usa.jnf.org/jnf-tree-planting-center.

WEST LAUREL HILL FUNERAL HOME
www.westlaurelhill.com BLUM
Ethel Unger Blum, March 31, 2021, age 103.

Beloved mother of Susan (Barnett Rubin)
Blum, cherished wife of the late Theodore
Blum, sister of Victor and Leah Unger and the
late Irving Unger, and aunt of eleven nieces
and nephews and their children. Ethel's fam-
ily also comprised the students, faculty, and
staff of Akiba Hebrew Academy, where she
served for two decades as administrator,
guidance counselor, and assistant principal,
and generations of campers and staff at the
YMHA's Camp Rita, where she served as Dir-
ector. May her memory be a blessing. Contri-
butions in her honor may be made to the
charity of your choice. Gravesite services
were private.

JOSEPH LEVINE and SONS
www.levinefuneral.com DAVIS
Elma Davis (nee Gwirtz) passed away peace-
fully at her home Monday, March 29th, 2021,
a few weeks after her 97th birthday. She is
survived by her three children Debra (Stan-
ley), Fran (Jim) and Howard (Barbara), her
seven grandchildren, Leslie (Ben), Jill (Sam),
Jeff (Jordan), Lisa, Sara (Adam), Amanda
(Jake) and Eliza, as well as seven great
grandchildren, Kylie, Henry, Blake, Ryan,
Georgia, Ava and Davis. Her beloved hus-
band of 71 years, Herbert, passed away in
2018. Before her marriage, Elma worked as a
secretary for National Jewish Hospital. To-
gether, Elma and Herbert, along with Elma’s
father, Jay and later their daughter, Fran, built
a respected and successful probate genea-
logy firm. Her shorthand and typing skills
were great assets, but Elma’s value went far
beyond her administrative abilities. She was a
trusted partner and confidante in the busi-
ness for over sixty years. Elma had a natural
gift for language and a love of travel. From
Egypt to Australia to Japan, she and Herbert
explored the world together. She truly lived a
remarkable and full life. Above all else,
however, Elma loved her family. She re-
membered and celebrated every special part
of her children and grandchildren’s lives-
from the smallest of accomplishments to the
most momentous occasions. And in return,
she was adored and treasured by each and
every member of her devoted family. A
private graveside service for family members
was held on March 31st at Roosevelt Me-
morial Park. Contributions in her memory
may be made to either Abramson Senior Care
or a charity of the donor’s choice.

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DEATH NOTICES
JAHR LASEROW
Irving Harry Laserow passed away on March
28, 2021. Husband of the late Arlene (nee
Levy). Father of Leslie Weinfeld and Scott
(Roe) Laserow. Grandfather of Stephanie and
Joshua Weinfeld. Private Graveside Services
were held at Montefiore Cemetery. Contribu-
tions in his memory may be made to Mul-
tiple Sclerosis Society, 30 S. 17th St., Ste
800, Phila., PA 19103, www.nationalmssoci-
ety.org. GOLDSTEINS’ ROSENBERG’S
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LAVAN Dr. Donald LaVan, on April 1, 2021. Beloved
husband of Joan (nee Schreiber). Devoted
father of Frederick LaVan (Marthe Adler).

Dear brother of Byron (JoAnn) LaVan. Lov-
ing grandfather of Michaela LaVan, Matthew
LaVan (Karen) and Aram LaVan. Graveside
services were private. Contributions in his
memory may be made to WRTI FM.

GOLDSTEINS' ROSENBERG'S
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LEEPOND Sylvia Leepond (nee Adler), March 27, 2021
of Philadelphia, PA; beloved wife of the late
Robert; loving mother of Susan (Dr. Steven)
Present and Arlene (Robert) Weibel; adoring
bubbie of Julie (David) Koller; cherished
great grandmother of Sarah Rose and Jonah
Eli; devoted brother of Leon Adler, the late
Beatrice Shapiro and the late Dr. Arthur P.

Adler. Graveside Services were held on Wed-
nesday, March 31 at Shalom Memorial Park
in Huntingdon Valley. In lieu of flowers, con-
tributions in her memory may be made to
Chabad Lubavitch Jewish Center of Abington,
PA or Grandma Honey’s Kitchen at Chabad
Jewish Center for Students, 1432 Catharine
St., Phila., PA 19146.

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PAUL Ruth Golder (nee Blumenfield), March 28,
2021, of Audubon, PA; beloved wife of
Mervyn; loving mother of Cindy Golder Miller,
Herb Golder and Ted Golder; cherished
grandmother of Olivia and Morgan. Services
were private. Contributions in Ruth’s memory
may be made to Main Line Reform Temple,
Wynnewood, PA (mlrt.org) or the Jewish
Federation of Greater Phila.

(jewishphilly.org). JOSEPH LEVINE and SONS
www.levinefuneral.com Sima Jahr (nee Adar), age 85, of Langhorne,
PA, on March 24, 2021. Predeceased by her
parents, Esther (Greenberg) and Harry Adar,
former husband, Benjamin Jahr and compan-
ion, Melvin Weisbord. Survived by dear sis-
ter Pearl Berkson, devoted children, Harriet
(David) Jahr-Philips, Steven (Pearl) Jahr, and
Howard (Wendy) Jahr and grandchildren:
Hannah and Nate Philips, Jessica, Taylor,
Brendan and Ryan Jahr. Private interment
was at Montefiore Cemetery. Donations in
her memory may be made to Old York Road
Temple-Beth Am or to the Capital Health Can-
cer Center:
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DEATH NOTICES
Sylvia Paul (nee Miller) on April 2, 2021. Be-
loved wife of the late Harold; Loving mother
of the late Warren and the late Stephen. Also
survived by 5 grandchildren and 2 great-
grandchildren. Contributions in her memory
may be made to Beth Sholom Congregation,
8231 Old York Road, Elkins Park, PA 19027.

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LEWIS Bonnie S. Nobel Lewis (nee Goldberg), March
26, 2021 of Paoli, PA. Beloved wife of the late
Albert Lewis and loving mother of Erika No-
bel Hendzel, Joshua Nobel, and Sharon Anne
Bennett; adoring grandmother of Nicolle.

Bonnie was born on March 5, 1940 in Cam-
bridge, MA and graduated Bryn Mawr Col-
lege with a degree in English literature. A
passionate supporter of the arts, she atten-
ded many galleries, live performances, and
cinemas. She excelled as a senior account
executive with two Philadelphia advertising
agencies before starting, a small graphics
design firm with her late husband. Bonnie
made friends easily and briefly served as a
senior model. With a contagious smile and
laugh, she always lit up the room. Never
afraid to be her own person, Bonnie inspired
others with her energy and love of life. She
will be missed terribly. Contributions in her
memory may be made to the Alzheimer’s As-
sociation. JOSEPH LEVINE and SONS
www.levinefuneral.com LIEBERMAN
Morton Lieberman, Past President of Con-
gregation Tifereth Israel of Lower Bucks
County and its Men’s Club, on March 31,
2021. Husband of Eileen M. (nee Herman),
father of Jodi (Eric) Johnstin and Eric
(Melissa) Lieberman, brother of Barry (Anita)
Lieberman, grandfather of Abby, Hope and
Micah. In lieu of flowers contributions in his
memory may be made to Cong. Tifereth Is-
rael of Lower Bucks County, 2909 Bristol Rd,
Bensalem PA 19020.

GOLDSTEINS’ ROSENBERG’S
RAPHAEL SACKS
www.goldsteinfuneral.com LOVE
Dorothy Love (nee Kaplan), March 30, 2021
of King of Prussia, Pa. Devoted wife of Barry
Love. Cherished mother of Sherry (Michael)
Gressen and Marcy (Samuel) Abloeser.

Proud grandmother of Jamie (Steve), Mark
(Ashley) and Andrew (Jessica). Beloved
great-grandmother “Gigi” of Brayden, Jack,
Hailey, Patrick, Ben and Danny. Contribu-
tions in her memory may be made to Susan
G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation.

JOSEPH LEVINE and SONS
www.levinefuneral.com NEFF
Gloria Ann Neff (previously: Gaylon; nee:
Kay) formerly of NE Phila and Lower Merion,
and for 20+ years of Boca Raton and Delray
Beach, Florida, passed away at home peace-
fully on Monday, March 29th just 4 days after
her 69th birthday surrounded by her hus-
band Larry Neff and her daughters Robin
(Jeff) Gaines of Rancho Santa Fe, CA, and
Alisa Gaylon of Chicago, IL. She is also sur-
vived by two adored grandchildren Katie and
Gavin Gaines. A long and arduous battle was
fought against Myleodysplastic Syndrome
Leukemia at MD Anderson hospital in Hous-
ton and again in Boca Raton all to no avail.

Donations would be appreciated to the Leuk-
emia & Lymphoma Society.

SNYDER Edwin Donald Snyder, 91, passed away
peacefully at home in Margate, New Jersey,
on Tuesday, March 30, one day shy of his
92nd birthday. He was born and raised in
Philadelphia, graduated from Central High
School, Pennsylvania State University, and
Temple University Dental School. He prac-
ticed dentistry in Philadelphia and Jenkin-
town, PA. and was an adjunct instructor at
the University of Pennsylvania School of
Dental Medicine before retiring and moving
to Margate. He loved boating on the Ches-
apeake and at the Jersey shore. He was an
active member of the Avoda Club, the Jewish
War Veterans Post 39 of Margate, the Demo-
cratic Club of Margate, and Congregation
Beth El. But his greatest pleasure in life was
spending time with his family. He is survived
by his loving and devoted wife of 68 years,
Janet (nee Brodsky), his loving children,
Linda Huganir (Lee Coplan) of Baltimore, MD,
Robert Snyder (Hillary Michelson) of
Voorhees, NJ, and Debra Hirsh (Richard) of
Bucks County, PA and Cape Coral, FL. He is
also survived by grandchildren Nicole
Huganir (Henry Melcher), Adam Huganir
(Katie Griffin), Jordan Snyder, Whitney
Snyder (Kevin Clark), Zachary Hirsh, Jason
Hirsh, Lindsay Hirsh, and Rebecca Law. He
was predeceased by his parents, Samuel and
Sara (nee Gordon) Snyder and his brother
Jerald M. Snyder. The entire family would like
to express enormous gratitude for the loving
care that Nana Ampofo provided for Ed in the
last two years of his life. Contributions in his
memory may be made to Avoda Club, Box
3120, Margate, NJ 08402.

ROTH-GOLDSTEINS' MEMORIAL CHAPEL
www.rothgoldsteins.com STEIN
Marvin Stuart Stein of Elkins Park ,
Pennsylvania passed away peacefully with his
children by his side on Monday December
28, 2020 at age 88. Marvin is survived by his
3 children, Steven Stein, Rhonda (Dan) Bar-
rison, Marc (Skye) Stein, 5 grandchildren, Dr
Lauren Barrison, Lindsey Barrison, Rachel
Stein, Jonathan Stein and Elizabeth Stein as
well as several nieces and nephews. After
serving in the US Air Force, Marvin held ex-
ecutive roles at CFR Leasing Corp and Lend
Lease Cars until he retired. After retiring, he
continued on his own to be active in the leas-
ing business. Marvin loved sports. In his
prime he was an avid volleyball player and
continued to play tennis until he was close to
80. He also followed football and basketball,
especially when the Eagles or 76ers were
playing. Later, Marvin passionately followed
the Univ. of Michigan Wolverines football
and basketball teams and looked forward to
critiquing each game with his granddaughter.

In addition to sports, Marvin enjoyed going to
the movies and playing the stock market. But
he always said that his favorite moments
were spending time with his family every
chance he could. Marvin chose to donate his
body to Humanity of Life for the advance-
ment of science. His hope was that there
would be a cure someday for Ulcerative Colit-
is, having had to live with this disruptive and
destructive disease himself for decades. A
disciplined person, he proudly managed his
condition on his own until his final days.

Donations in Marvin’s memory can be made
to the Crohns & Colitis Foundation at
https://www.crohnscolitisfoundation.org/ or
to the charity of your choice.

YASKIN Harold Yaskin, Esq., on April 1, 2021. Broth-
er of Tamara (late Sid) Axelman and the late
Mary (late Irwin) Balefsky. Uncle of Lee
(Kathy) Balefsky, Esq., Sharon (Chip) Eisen-
berg, Micole Rubinson, Brett Rubinson and
Gregory Rubinson. Mr. Yaskin was an attor-
ney for the Defender Association of Phil-
adelphia for 51 years. Graveside services
were private. Contributions in his memory
may be made to a charity of the donor’s
choice. GOLDSTEINS’-ROSENBERG’S
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PLOTNICK HARRY C. PLOTNICK
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You are loved forever.

We love you.

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and the integrity to articulate
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the principles that will define
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How does being Jewish
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Justice is an integral concept
in Jewish teachings which have
been a part of my education since
starting first grade at a yeshiva
in Brooklyn, New York. The
Torah emphasizes the moral and
ethical imperatives of justice and
this, in turn, informs our secular
concepts of justice. Particularly,
the concept of compassion in
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vehicle of compassion, which is
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our courts render fair and
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background. How does being Jewish
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a child, I attended Hebrew
school at Oxford Circle Jewish
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and on Sundays. My Jewish
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instilled in me the belief that
all human beings should be
treated with fairness, dignity
and respect. As a person who
believes strongly in the impor-
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Court of Common Pleas, 1st
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Why are you running?: I
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If I were a judge, I would be able
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I sent my son to pre-school
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justice, justice thou shalt
pursue. I pursue justice every
day for all, that they may have
the same opportunities for
success, regardless of income,
race, gender or disability. It is
my wish that every child I see
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