A RESOLUTION OF
ABRAMSON SENIOR CARE
C OMMUNITY / deaths
DEATH NOTICES
Arnold Shawmut Hoffman, August 4, 2021 of
Sarasota Florida, formerly Rydal, PA; be-
loved husband of Bette (nee Gichner); loving
father of Daniel (Cinde) Hoffman, James
Hoffman, Jeffrey (Debra) Hoffman and An-
drew (Allison) Hoffman; cherished grandfath-
er of Henry, Edward, Sophie, Bailey, Jadon,
Levi, Colby, Cooper, Vin, Ari and the late Tre-
vor. Contributions in Arnold’s memory may
be made to the Sarasota Orchestra or a char-
ity of the donor’s choice.

JOSEPH LEVINE and SONS
www.levinefuneral.com Stanley Merves, z”l
whose commitment to Jewish causes and philanthropy
benefited the seniors served by Abramson Senior Care,
and who served as an example to the entire community.

Alongside his beloved wife, Audrey, Stanley generously
gave to our Annual Fund, Gala and Capital Campaign.

Their dedication has helped to ensure that Abramson
Senior Care will be able to provide much needed care and
services for generations of seniors to come. Most recently,
their thoughtfulness helped us through the COVID crisis
with a gracious donation to our COVID Campaign, and a
dedication of the rehabilitation gym at Birnhak Transitional
Care at Lankenau Medical Center has helped bring first-rate
transitional care services to the Main Line.

Abramson Senior Care and our entire Jewish community
were truly fortunate to have been the beneficiary of
Stanley’s time, leadership, and enduring tzedakah.

To his wife, Audrey; children Jennifer (Brian) Robbins, Amy
(Mark) Friedman, and Elizabeth (Peter) Bein; grandchildren
Nicholas and Jason Robbins, Frederick and Isaac Breslow,
Emily (John) Capodilupo, Rebecca (Tim) Clark, Jacob and
Alexander Bein, and Eva (Elan) Aiken; and all who mourn
his passing, the Board of Trustees of Abramson Senior Care
offer this expression of profound sympathy. May they find
solace in the knowledge that his dedication, generosity
and good works will serve as a living tribute to him and will
benefit future generations.

Lorraine Drobny
Board Chair
DEATH NOTICES
B L A CK
Marcia Sikowitz Black of Elkins Park on July
31, 2021. Beloved wife of the late Jan F.

Black. Devoted mother of Steven, Morgan,
Neil, Sherri, Adam, Fiona and June. Loving
grandmother of Evan, Harrison, Sydney and
Samantha. Sister of Mark and Rhonda Sikow-
itz, Linda and Larry Brandt, Mel and Debbie
Black, and Laura Sikowitz. Daughter of the
late Nathan and Pearl Sikowitz. Contributions
in her memory may be made to Old York
Road Temple Beth Am.

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Carol A. Irvine
President and CEO
DEATH NOTICES
C H E I FE T Z
Louis Cheifetz on August 3, 2021. Beloved
husband of the late Jacqueline (nee Altaker);
Loving father of Craig (Linda Chesterman)
and Stuart (Jennifer); Dear brother of Carol
(Tom Riley) Mazer; Devoted grandfather of
Michelle, Erin, Ryan, and Ethan. Contribu-
tions in his memory may be made to Old
York Road Temple-Beth Am, 970 Old York
Rd., Abington, PA 19001 or National Parkin-
son’s Foundation, 200 SE 1st St., Ste. 800,
Miami, FL 33131.

GOLDSTEINS' ROSENBERG'S
RAPHAEL-SACKS www.goldsteinsfuneral.com
DEATH NOTICES
H O FF M A N
The Board of Trustees of Abramson Senior Care record with
sorrow the passing of their esteemed colleague and friend
Stanley joined the board of trustees in 1981 and has been
a steadfast supporter of Abramson Senior Care’s mission
of providing high-quality care to seniors throughout the
Philadelphia region. He tirelessly gave of his time and
expertise, serving as Board Secretary from 1986 - 1989 and
on the Finance, Safety, Executive, Building for Life and
Audit Committees.

DEATH NOTICES
K U R T Z
C A L T U N E
Shirley Caltune (nee Kurnitsky)on August 3,
2021. From West Palm Beach, FL. Beloved
wife of the late Joseph “Joe” Caltune: Ador-
ing mother of Craig Caltune and the late
Michelle “Shelly” (Bob) Passehl; Sister of
Arnold Kurnitsky and the late Anne Gabler;
Daughter of the late Dora (nee Gerberg) and
Louis Kurnitsky. Shirley was born and raised
in Strawberry Mansion, Philadelphia. She
graduated from Simon Gratz High School and
went on to have a career for over 30 years as
a Legal Secretary for Senior Partner Bob
Freedman at the law firm of Cohen Shapiro
(Drinker Biddle) in Center City Phila. The
highlight of her life was being a proud Mom-
Mom to Jason Passehl and Nicole (Jeff) Ven-
tura, as well as Bubbie to Macie, Avery and
Emma Ventura. Shirley was also blessed to
be the partner of Harry Kabo for 18 years. His
children, Michael (Ellen) Kabo and Bonni
(Jerry) Shinfeld, his grandchildren and great-
grandchildren were loved by Shirley. A once
in a lifetime woman whom words cannot ad-
equately describe. Shirley was an amazing
friend to all who knew her, but especially to
Natalie Pearlman for over 60 years and her
cousin Jackie Baseman since birth. Shirley’s
smile lit up every room and everybody loved
her, as she was magnetic, fun and classy.

She loved to share the joy in the good times
and always looked on the bright side of life.

Shirley will be remembered for her strength,
her sense of humor, her poems, her style and
her love for shopping. She had a love for
singing show-tunes, going to the theater,
playing Mahjong and Canasta, going for
lunch with the girls, spending time in At-
lantic City and Florida, and traveling all over
the world. She lived a magnificent life, one
that will be cherished forever. In honor of her
daughter Shelly, Contributions in Shirley’s
memory may be made to the American Can-
cer Society or to a charity of the donor’s
choice. GOLDSTEINS' ROSENBERG'S
RAPHAEL-SACKS www.goldsteinsfuneral.com
G O LD B ER G
Evelyn Goldberg (nee Daroff), age 92, died
peacefully at home July 26, 2021 in Spring-
field, VA. She resided in Cheltenham, North-
east Philadelphia and Logan before moving to
Virginia in 1999. Devoted wife of 53 years to
the late Jack E. Goldberg. Cherished mother
of Michael (Cheryl) Goldberg, Myrtle Beach,
SC; and Ivy (Mark) Richards, Pacific Grove,
CA. Loving grandmother of Julie Alexander,
Eric Goldberg and Lori Rosenblatt; great-
grandmother of six. She also leaves behind
several nieces and nephews. Born in Straw-
berry Mansion, she was the daughter of the
late Max and Ida Daroff and sister of the late
Faye Daroff Goldberg, Morris (Maish) Daroff,
Albert Daroff, Nathan Daroff and Morton
Daroff. Graveside services to be held
promptly at noon Tuesday, Aug. 17, 2021 at
Haym Salomon Memorial Park (Section AA-
5A), Frazer, PA. Arrangements by Sagel
Bloomfield Danzansky Goldberg Funeral Care,
Inc., Rockville, MD. Contributions, if desired,
may be made to the charity of the donor's
choice. (www.sagelbloomfield.com/obituary/Evelyn-
Goldberg) JEWISH EXPONENT
ISAACSON Michael Maxwell Isaacson, 80, style leader in
men’s fashions, died at his home in Los
Angeles, California. Born in Philadelphia to
Albert and Hessie Isaacson on February 22,
1941 growing up in Wynnefield and passing
on July 4, 2021. Father of Tanya and Andrea,
brother of the late Marlene Zarwin and grand-
father to Sofia and Cameron. Michael leaves a
loving legacy of nieces, nephews, cousins,
and friends around the world. Michael was a
generous friend, respected industry profes-
sional and devoted colleague. He was be-
loved by his employees for his kindness and
leadership. Michael was best known for seek-
ing out future trends in men’s fashion and re-
creating them at an affordable level. He was
demanding that the style and look of every
garment represented the quality brands of
Tuliano and Sky High. Always the showman
and entertainer, he simply enjoyed being with
people and created memorable moments for
all. JOSEPH LEVINE and SONS
www.levinfuneral.com K O LL E R
Irwin “Irv” Koller, on August 5, 2021. Loving
father of Sue (Rick) Palman, Dan (Jessica)
Koller, Steve (Shanna Gumaer) Koller and
Mark (Natalie) Koller; Dear brother of Dr.

Harold (Cookie) Koller and Charlene Koller;
Devoted grandfather of Stefanie (Mase),
Scott (Brittany), Gabriel, Zachary, Isaac, Iris,
Sienna, Scarlett, and Giada; Adoring great-
grandfather of Madison, Ryan, and Jack. Also
survived by his beloved companion Cheryl
Dabrow and her children, Landon, and
Lauren Lichterman. Contributions in his
memory may be made to Next for Autism or
a charity of the donor’s choice.

GOLDSTEINS' ROSENBERG'S
RAPHAEL-SACKS www.goldsteinsfuneral.com
Dr. Harold Ronald Kurtz of Holland, PA
(October 20, 1942 – August 1, 2021)
Beloved Husband of Joy (nee Fingard) for 56
years, Father of Andrew (Julie), Daniel (Lisa),
June (Bob), Fred (Leslie), and loving and
special Pop-Pop to; Regan, Connor, Evan,
Harrison, Olivia, Sydney, Everett, Emma, Sam
and Benjamin. Also survived by his sister
Harriet (Marshall) and brother Alan (Andrea)
and many loving nieces and nephews. Har-
old had an unlimited capacity to give of him-
self to everyone. His sincerity and genuine
concern for others made everyone who knew
him feel special. Whether you had just met
him, or had known him since childhood, you
felt like he always had and always would be
there when needed. His endless interests and
passions led to meaningful connections and
friendships worldwide, and his quiet calm at
the center of that global community was in-
spiring and grounding for everyone that knew
and loved him. A lifelong educator, Harold
dedicated his life to the well-being of others.

He was a Philadelphia School District princip-
al, Superintendent of Schools in Clayton, NJ
and Pennsauken, NJ and founder of Synergy
Educational Consultants. Harold was in-
volved in many philanthropic and volunteer
endeavors. He was a founding member and
President of B’nai B’rith Educators Unit,
former Association Director for NJ Odyssey
of the Mind, a board member of Maccabi
USA, Lincoln Leadership Academy Charter
School, Creative Odyssey Unlimited (COU),
The Symphonic Mastersingers of Ft. Myers
and an avid supporter of the arts, especially
the Gulf Coast Symphony Orchestra in Ft.

Myers, Florida. He was never without a book,
loved to travel, enjoyed summers on the
beach in Ventnor and winters in Florida. He
cheered and cursed in equal measure while
watching his Philadelphia Eagles and Phillies!
He lived life to the fullest. But most import-
ant to Harold was his family, by whom he will
be greatly missed. Contributions in his
memory may be made to Gulf Coast Sym-
phony, www.gulfcoastsymphony.org, Sym-
phonic Mastersingers of Ft. Meyers,
www.mastersingersfm.com or to the Creat-
ive Opportunities Unlimited (COU) c/o Odys-
sey of the Mind, 406 Ganttown Rd., Sewell
NJ 08080.

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