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A B RA HA M - P OD IE T Z
Eva R. Abraham-Podietz passed away in
West Palm Beach, Florida at the age of 94.

She was preceded in death by her beloved
husband, David Podietz (1918-2020), her be-
loved son, Daniel Abraham (1956-2005) and
her beloved grandson, Aaron Podietz (1992-
2017). Eva is survived by her daughter, Na-
omi Parker, her grandsons, Michael Abra-
ham and Hudson Parker, and by her late hus-
band's children and grandchildren. Eva was
interred alongside her son, Daniel, at Men-
orah Gardens, South West Ranches, Florida.

Donations in her name should be made to
Jewish Women International
https://jwi.salsalabs.org/donate/index.html B E R G E R
Sylvia Berger (nee Margolis) age 98, passed
away August 4, 2021. Beloved wife of the late
Norton Berger. Loving mother of David Ber-
ger (Doris), and Roseanne Klein (Irving). Ad-
oring grandmother of Rachel, Aaron, Craig,
and Amy, and great-grandmother of Dante,
Mariella, Genevieve, Noah, Sam, and Max.

Although Sylvia was residing in Massachu-
setts, she always considered Pennsylvania
her domicile or “real home”. Contributions in
her memory may be made to Jewish Federa-
tion of Greater Philadelphia 2100 Arch St.

Phila PA 19103 www.jewishphilly.org Ser-
vices were private.

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B L O O M
Helen Bloom (nee Goldberg), Aug. 2, 2021.

Mother of David (Bonnie), Raanan “Ron”
(Maria) and Daniel (Randy) Bloom. Sister of
Philip Goldberg. Also survived by 3 grand-
children; Sarah, Gabriel and Benjamin. Helen
was a member of the Haganah during the
fight for independence and returned to Israel
from 1957-1962. She was the retired Direct-
or of Volunteer Services at Eagleville Rehab
and the Albert Einstein Medical Center. Con-
dolences and Contributions at BerschlerAnd-
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B R O A D
Shirley Broad passed peacefully on Sunday,
August 8th at the wonderful age of 94. A
sweet and loving mother, wife, sister, grand-
mother and great grandmother, Shirley is
survived by her three children: Beth
Buxbaum, Lisa Shull and Dr. Todd Broad, and
son-in-law Dean Shull; her brother Martin
Harris; six grandchildren Rachel, Chelsea,
Danielle, Tara, Zach and Harris and her first
great granddaughter Lexie. She and her late
husband, Jack Broad (aka JayBee), who
passed in 2004, had a strong sense of family
and enjoyed hosting family gatherings large
and small. Shirley devoted herself to raising
her three children, caring for her grandchil-
dren and being a loving wife, companion and
friend to Jack until he passed. Shirley was an
accomplished water colorist and loved paint-
ing landscapes. She and Jack also had a pas-
sion for dancing and they were quite a couple
on the dance floor. Shirley also was a Life
Member of Hadassah and was very active in
the organization and a president of her
chapter and treasurer for many years. Her
kind and giving nature, as well as her posit-
ive and upbeat way of being is how she will
always be remembered. In honor of Shirley’s
memory donations to Hadassah are wel-
comed. GOLDSTEINS’ ROSENBERG’S
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C H ER RY
Hope Ellen Broker (nee Ballow) March 3rd,
1938 – August 11, 2021. Born and raised in
Wynnefield, Hope Ellen Ballow attended Over-
brook High School and Temple University
(Class of 1960) where she received both a
Bachelors and Masters degree in Music from
the Teachers College. She studied voice un-
der the tutelage of Madame Pierre Monteaux,
performed in various operas, and was briefly
married to conductor Sydney Rothstein.

Hope remarried Gerald Broker, an attorney in
Philadelphia, raised two children, and lived in
Bala Cynwyd and Merion Station. The mar-
riage ended in divorce. Hope became an ac-
complished watercolorist and art collector
who was greatly influenced by the Barnes
Foundation’s famous art appreciation pro-
gram. Hope moved to Society Hill in the late
1990s and remained there until her passing.

She is survived by her children Joshua
Broker and Rachel Broker Kaplan and her
granddaughters Leah Broker, Daisy Kaplan
and Piper Kaplan. Donations can be made to
Friends of the Barnes Foundation, 7615 St.

Martin’s Lane, Philadelphia, PA 19118.

Email: barnesfriends@comcast.net
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B R O W N S T E I N
Ronald G. Brownstein of Margate, NJ and
Boynton Beach, FL, born on May 26, 1934,
passed away on August 8, 2021. He is sur-
vived by his wife, Harriet, children Wendy
Feldman and Barry Brownstein, grandchil-
dren, Isaac and Talya, and sister Deborah
Forman. After a prosperous career consult-
ing for the pharmaceutical industry, Ron re-
tired to enjoy summers at the Jersey Shore
and winters in Florida. He served as Co-Pres-
ident at his retirement community’s seasonal
social club for many years. He and Harriet
enjoyed traveling, Broadway shows and con-
certs. Ron was a dedicated father and grand-
father and loved spending time with his chil-
dren and grandchildren, family gatherings
and milestone trips. In lieu of flowers, dona-
tions may be made Gift of Life Family House,
401 Callowhill St, Philadelphia, PA 19123 or
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Resa Cherry, (Pincus) passed away peace-
fully on August 10, 2021 at the age of 93.

Predeceased by her loving husband, Jack and
her brother, Gerald. Lovingly remembered by
her daughter Marsha (Michael) Horwitz;
grandchildren Jill, Stacy, Jodi and Allan;
great grandchildren Lindsay, Justin, Scott,
Zachary, Evan and Rachel; great, great grand-
child Marcelo; and her sister Harriet. She
took pride in the time she spent as Depart-
ment of Pennsylvania President for the Jew-
ish War Veterans. Her greatest joy was
spending time with her family, especially
summers at the Jersey shore and winter va-
cation in Florida. Contributions in her
memory can be made to Alzheimer’s Associ-
ation at act.alz.org
PLATT MEMORIAL CHAPELS, Inc.

www.plattmemorial.com E H R LI C H
Judith Kalish Ehrlich, August 10, 2021. Judy
passed away peacefully, surrounded by those
who loved her and those whom she loved.

She was the beloved wife of 68 years of the
late Richard (Dick) Ehrlich; loving mother of
Louise Stillman and Amy Wilen (Jack); de-
voted grandmother of Josh Elgart, Abby and
David Kaplan, Jill and Matt Garfinkle, and
David and Rebecca Wilen; and loving great
grandmother of Skylar and Samara Kaplan,
and Sydney Wilen. Judy and Dick were mem-
bers of Congregation Beth-El-Ner Tamid
since 1963, where Dick was president of the
Men’s Club and Judy was Assistant Presid-
ent of the Sisterhood. She and Dick were also
founders of the Overbrook Park Folkshul.

Judy served as Delaware County Chairwo-
man of the Women’s Division of the Jewish
Federation. Judy taught at Leidy School from
1960-1989, where she taught mathematics.

She was a remedial educator and was re-
sponsible for demonstration lessons, instruc-
tional materials, and staff development. She
also served on the math curriculum commit-
tee. She loved working with children. In re-
cent years, she lived at the Quadrangle in
Haverford, with her daughter, Louise. Contri-
butions in her memory may be made to Con-
gregation Beth El-ner Tamid (www.cbent.org)
or the Jewish Federation Of Greater Phil-
adelphia (www.jewishphilly.org)
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G O R D O N
Sidney Gordon, August 6, 2021. Son of the
late Morris and Sadie. Husband of Ellen (nee
Collier). Brother of Lenna Kane. Father of
Craig (Sue), Jeff (Mindy), and Jon. Stepfath-
er of Paula (Josh) Cedar, Doug (Laurie) and
Nancy Silverman. Grandfather of Danika
(Jeremy), Avery, Janie, Judd, Madeline and
Matthew. Predeceased by his sisters Sylvia
Schwartz and Norma Wolkin, sons Wade and
Scott, and granddaughter Jessica. Sid was a
true mensch who loved being with family,
playing duplicate bridge and telling stories.

His greatest joy was bringing joy. He was
past grandmaster of the Masonic Temple of
Philadelphia. Sidney donated his body to sci-
ence, so relatives and friends are invited to a
Memorial service Sun., Sept. 12 at 11:30
A.M. at GOLDSTEINS’ ROSENBERG’S
RAPHAEL-SACKS, 6410 N. Broad St., Phila.,
PA Please contact the funeral home for
streaming information. Contributions in his
memory may be made to a charity of the
donor’s choice.

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F R A N K EL
Herman Frankel on August 7, 2021. Beloved
husband of the late Deena (nee Singer), lov-
ing father of Rhea (Roy DeRousse) Frankel
and Ira Frankel. Loving brother of Steve
Frankel, adored grandfather of Kyle, Noah
and Jayden. Contributions in his memory
may be made to B'Nai B'rith or Paul's Run
Benevolent Care.

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Janice (Korman) Marx, July 14, 2021. Be-
loved wife of the late Richard Marx, wonder-
ful mother of Patricia, Sarah Jane, and
Richard Jr., and devoted grandmother of
Rachel and Dylan Marx. She was a guidance
counselor at Philadelphia High School for
Girls and later worked alongside her hus-
band at Marx Stationery and Office Supplies.

She was known for her warmth, wit, generos-
ity, style, and bridge-playing prowess. Dona-
tions may be made to www.jevshumanser-
vices.org/about or to a charity of the donor's
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