O PINION
Hochman Continued from Page 18
Th e bat mitzvah began.

Anndee distributed the booklet
she had prepared to those
present. Th e rest of us accessed
it through screen-sharing.

“Why is this night diff erent
from all other nights?”
Anndee asked, borrowing
words from the traditional
Passover Haggadah.

“I chose to open that
way,” Anndee said, “because
I had come to think of this
home-based ritual with all of
us wearing masks as diff erences
that enlivened and enriched
the experience. It felt resonant
and immediate because we had
cobbled it together so quickly
Phillips for a reason that made it
memorable.” All eyes kept moving from
Scout’s face to her bubbe’s.

Scout could see her leaning
forward in her wheelchair,
humming the prayers and
mouthing the words.

“It was clear that she knew
exactly what was happening,”
Anndee said. “I watched her
lips move as she said the Sh’ma.

She was as present, alert and
checked in as I had seen her in
months.” Scout’s Torah portion was
about celebrating the Sabbath
and the gift s that each person
in the community brings to
the occasion. Anndee wanted
this community of bat mitzvah
guests to mark the moments
an opinion on some issue,
they make it clear. And that
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makes their silence regarding
Greene’s extremism all the
Authority without stooping more conspicuous, and all the
to absurd and baseless more disturbing. ●
claims about the Capitol Hill
rioters actually being Antifa Moshe Phillips is national director
provocateurs. of Herut North America’s U.S.

Right-of-center Jewish division; Herut is an international
groups have shown over the movement for Zionist pride and
years that they can be quite education and is dedicated to the
prolifi c and vocal when they ideals of pre-World War Two Zionist
want to be. When they have leader Ze’ev Jabotinsky.

when Scout would move from
learner to teacher and to
shepherd her in her journey
toward adulthood.

Scout fingered the yad
that would help her keep her
place as she chanted 15 verses
from the Book of Numbers
in the Torah that her father
had imported, FedEx, from an
Orthodox rabbi in Brooklyn.

It had arrived before sundown
Friday and would be returned
on Monday. Scout’s voice was
clear and resonant, and she
spoke directly to her bubbe,
whose eyes were riveted on her
youngest grandchild.

She read fl awlessly, then
confi ded, “I was very nervous
about today because I wasn’t
sure what it was going to look
like. But anyone who knows
me knows that for me family
always comes fi rst. And I
wanted my bubbe and all of my
other grandparents to be alive
and observe my bat mitzvah.”
In a room so hushed you
could hear a tissue fold, those
who attended knew they were
part of a singular ceremony
they would always remember.

Anndee conferred her
priestly blessing on Scout.

May your life be rich with
laughter and may you always
sleep peacefully at night.

May the sun shine its
warmth upon you so that you
can walk confi dently knowing
that you are perfect, just exactly
as you are.

May you always feel the
love that surrounds you at this
moment and may you grow to
return that love back into our
world. “Th is couldn’t have been
any more beautiful if you and
Scout were on the bimah,”
Scout’s bubbe whispered in
Anndee’s ear.

“My only wish,” said
Anndee, “is that there had been
enough physical space to do
the hora, to join hands and do
one circle around the room.”
Eleven days later, Joni
Spivack, Scout’s beloved bubbe,
passed away. ●
Gloria Hochman is an award-
winning journalist, author
and broadcaster. She lives in
Philadelphia. Be heard.

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BROWN KELLMER
Sandra Brown, February 9, 2021 of Phil-
adelphia, Pa. Beloved daughter of the late
John and Frieda Brown. Devoted cousin of
Jacqueline Brookman, Larry Brookman, An-
drea Dubin and Jodi Feigenbaum. Also sur-
vived by many other loving family and
friends. Services and interment were private
due to Covid-19. Contributions in her
memory may be made to a charity of the
donors choice.

JOSEPH LEVINE and SONS
www.levinefuneral.com Joan Kellmer, February 12, 2021; of Merion
Station, PA; beloved wife of David Sack; lov-
ing mother of William (Jennifer) Sack and the
late Joshua Sack; devoted sister of Judy
Kellmer. Services are private. Contributions
in her memory may be made to the Leuk-
emia & Lymphoma Society donate.lls.org
JOSEPH LEVINE and SONS
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Blanche Edelman (nee Heimerling) on Feb. 9,
2021. Wife of the late Isadore, mother of
Cindy (Larry) Frank, Jay (Janet) Edelman,
Michelle Oeffler and Ruthe (Richard) Wein-
stein; sister of Marian Weintraub; grand-
mother of Matthew (Erika) Frank, Scott (Jam-
ie) Frank, Jessica (Michael) Lynch and Jack-
elyn Edelman (fiance A.J. Kurtz); great grand-
mother of Emelia, Derek and Harrison. Con-
tributions in her memory may be made to
The Parkinson Council, 555 City Ave., Suite
480, Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004.

GOLDSTEINS’ ROSENBERG’S
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GARELIK Shirley Garelik (nee Fatow) passed away
peacefully on Sunday, February 7, 2021. She
was 93 years old. Shirley, the daughter of
Louis and Ruth Fatow, grew up in the Wyn-
nefield section of West Philadelphia and was
married for 71 wonderful years to her de-
voted husband Larry Garelik. Shirley is sur-
vived by Larry, her brother Eli Fatow, her chil-
dren Jeff (Barbara) and Joan Deutsch (John),
and 4 grandchildren: Ruthie, Karen Schwartz
(Jake), Annie and Joseph. Shirley loved mu-
sic and was an accomplished pianist. She
worked for years as a nursery school teacher
at the Klein JCC-Northeast, and was a long-
time member of Hadassah and Teknion. Fu-
neral services were private.

GOLDBERG Isadore Goldberg died on February 6, 2021.

Husband of the late Henrietta; father of Alan
Goldberg (Lisa Grossman) and Bruce Gold-
berg (Terri Hartman); grandfather of Pamela
Goldberg Smith (Matt Smith), Laura Gold-
berg (Matt Clair), Cantor Ethan Levin Gold-
berg (Rabbi Shoshi), Rabbi Benjamin Gold-
berg (Daniel Olson), and Sarah Goldberg
(Kyle Bloch); great-grandfather of Anna,
Hadar, and Akiva; and companion of Elaine
Madonick. Contributions in his memory may
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Ronnie London age 85, of Delray Beach Flor-
ida passed away peacefully with his family in
attendance on February 16, 2020. Ronnie
was born on July 8, 1934 in Philadelphia
Pennsylvania. Ronnie adored his wife Leona
Liss London and his two sons Keith Scott
London, William “Billy” London. Ronnie and
Leona were married November 3, 1959 and
recently celebrated their 60-year anniversary.

Ronnie was the only child of Kalman London,
and Anna “Glassman” London of Passyunk
Avenue (right across the street from the Rid-
ing Academy) in South Philadelphia. Ronnie
brought his family down to South Florida in
1979 and became a true Floridian enjoying all
the wonderful things Florida offered like
sand, surf, and sun, but he was through and
through a Philadelphia (City of Brotherly
Love) man with his high morals and group of
longtime friends from Philadelphia, Atlantic
City (down the shore), Texas, Canada, Holly-
wood, Valencia Isle and Abby Delray in Delray
Beach. Ronnie proudly served his country
overseas during the Korean War. Which star-
ted his interest in exploring other countries,
meeting new friends and sharing his love of
travel with his family and especially his bride
of 60 years. Ronnie was a double kidney
transplant survivor and helped form the Kid-
ney Association of Palm Beach County which
he proudly served on the board of directors
for approximately 10 years. He was always
there to answer questions for those that were
going through dialysis or wanted help get-
ting on the transplant list. Ronnie leaves be-
hind Leona London who was there at his bed-
side when he passed away peacefully. Leona
still resides at Abbey Delray in Delray Beach.

He is deeply missed by his son Keith and
Keith‘s wife Ilene Sultan of Hallandale Beach
Florida. To see a celebration of life video of
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Michael Masch, February 7, 2021, of Phil-
adelphia, PA; beloved husband of Rachel
Falkove; loving father of Solomon & Isabel
Masch and Ezra & Annmarie Avila-Masch;
devoted Zeyda of Avinoam and Shaiah. Ser-
vices were private. Contributions in his
memory may be made to Germantown Jew-
ish Centre, Howard University Annual Fund,
Education Law Center or the Phila. Interfaith
Hospitality Network.

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Sheldon “Shelly” S. Pavel on February 7,
2021. Beloved husband of Paula (nee Black-
man) Loving father of Shani (David) Bardach;
dear stepfather of Ariel (Afshana) Broido.

Also survived by 2 grandchildren. Services
and interment were private. Contributions in
his memory may be made to Jewish National
Fund, 78 Randall Ave., Rockville Centre, NY
11570 or Associated Alumni of Central High
School (AACHS), P.O. Box 26580, Phil-
adelphia, PA 19141.

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REINGOLD SONNENFELD
Dolores “Dolly” Reingold (nee Portnoy), Feb-
ruary 9, 2021 aged 94. Dorothy was a teach-
er and educator who spoke three languages
and was known for her wit and sarcasm. She
enjoyed most music and loved to dance, play
the piano or keyboard, and sing. She is sur-
vived by her children Leonard “Len” Rein-
gold and Sherry Reingold, niece Barbara G.

Maimon (Don Hill), and nephew Steven R.

Maimon. JOSEPH LEVINE and SONS
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CLIBANOFF Phyllis Koch Clibanoff, 84, of Mt. Laurel, NJ,
January 25, 2021. Born Phyllis Esther Gold-
stein in Philadelphia. Devoted wife of Alan
Clibanoff. Loving mother of Terri (Terry) Mar-
tin, Wendy (Dave) Erb, Stuart (Jenalyn) Koch.

Step mother of Ed (Tobey Strumpf) and An-
drew (Sandee) Clibanoff. Adoring Mom Mom
of Steven (Lizelle) and Lindsay Martin, Daniel
(Brandy) Erb, David (Ashley Sweet) and Em-
malyn Koch, Matthew, Jason, and Amy
Clibanoff, and five great-grandchildren. De-
voted aunt to Sean Gibbs and Lauren Han-
non. Predeceased by sister Genie Gibbs. A
graduate of Philadelphia High School for
Girls, she enjoyed traveling, music, playing
the piano, and mostly doting on her grand-
children and great-grandchildren. Due to cov-
id-19, graveside services were held privately.

Contributions in her memory can be made to
St. Jude Childrens’ Research Hospital.

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DEATH NOTICES
Lewis Jay Rachmell, 89, passed away on
February 6, 2021. Born and raised in Phil-
adelphia, PA to Rae (Baron) and Michael
Rachmell. He was always jolly, jumping and
running. He made people laugh and sing.

Growing up he watched his father working in
his pharmacy in Oxford Circle. He delivered
prescriptions on his bicycle and made ice
cream sodas at the fountain. He went to Ed-
munds Elementary, Woodrow Wilson Jr.

High and Olney High School where he still
kept in touch with schoolmates. He met his
sweetheart Ruth Belfer when they were both
Trojanaire ushers at school functions. They
married Oct. 4, 1953 with both sets of par-
ents blessing. They raised two children, An-
drew and Irene. Lew was an energetic busi-
nessman owning a card and gift shop with
Ruth in Juniata Park. Later he worked for a
lamp manufacturer and eventually owned his
own factory in Southwest Philly. He and his
wife were members of Oxford Circle Jewish
Community Center and deeply involved. He
was a Mason with Shekinah Lodge and did
charity work with Shriners Hospital. When
they both moved to Delray Beach, FL, he was
deeply involved with Jewish Federation of
Palm Beach County. He hosted the bi-weekly
bingo and the 1st and 10th anniversary ball
wearing his tuxedo. He volunteered many
hours at the Community Center’s Blume Café
on Atlantic Ave. serving hot lunch and coffee.

His sunny smile and humor made joyfulness
abound. At his community, The Lakes of
Delray, he served on COP (Citizen Observer
Patrol) and was recognized & awarded for 25
years of service from the Palm Beach
Sheriff’s Office. Lt. Rachmell wore his uni-
form proudly. At the clubhouse the Wheel of
Fortune party game was enjoyed by all at-
tendees for his wit and pleasant personality.

He greeted everyone with his deep smile. He
devoted 20 years to Pinecrest Rehabilitation
Center transporting patients to their therapy
and engaging in conversation. Being a recipi-
ent himself at the hospital, he was aware of
how vital the service really was. Rest in
peace, dear Lew. We’ll all miss you. Please
send contributions in Lew’s memory to Jew-
ish National Fund for trees 1-800-542-8733
or Shekinah – Fernwood Lodge #246 Mason-
ic Temple, 1 North Broad St., Philadelphia,
PA 19107
RASKE Gerald L. Raske passed away January 20,
2021. Beloved husband of Lillian Raske (nee
Skiba) for 70 years. Loving father of Carol
Raske Warshaw and the late Michael Raske.

Adoring grandfather of Sarah Warshaw,
Lauren Raske, Justin Warshaw, and Dani
Raske. Dear brother of the late Donald
Raske. He is also survived by his daughter-
in-law, Cindy Raske, his sister-in-law, Adele
Raske, and his nieces and nephew Cindy,
Debbie, and Howard. Contributions in his
memory may be made to the American Heart
Association 1617 JFK Blvd. Suite 700, Phila
PA 19103 www.heart.org
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SALIN Dr. Eugene Salin passed away on February 8,
2021 at the age of 80. He was the husband of
Gay (nee Girer). Loving father of Caren Rav-
itz (Daniel) and Dr. Michael Salin (Dr.

Donna). He was a devoted and adored grand-
father to Zachary, Hailey, and Noah Ravitz,
and Samantha and Sydney Salin. Gene
graduated from the University of Maine and
the University of Massachusetts with de-
grees in microbiology. He then attended
Temple University School of Dentistry, and
served as a captain in the armed forces. He
was a beloved and respected dentist for over
30 years. Contributions in his memory may
be made to The Michael J Fox Parkinson’s
Foundation. JOSEPH LEVINE and SONS
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Rose G Schiller (nee Grife), passed away on
February 2, 2021. Wife of the late Jack
Schiller. Mother of Steven (Patricia) Schiller
and Karen (Ned) Kripke. Also survived by
seven grandchildren and four great-grand-
children. A native New Yorker, Rose had a
long and rewarding career as a kindergarten
teacher in New York City and in Nanuet, New
York. A member of Temple Beth El in Spring
Valley, Rose was also a co-chair of her Ha-
dassah chapter in Rockland County. In 2008,
Rose moved to the Philadelphia area in order
to be closer to her daughter, son-in-law, and
beloved grandsons, Joe and Ben. During the
past 13 years, Rose continued to enjoy her
life, celebrating holidays with loved ones, at-
tending family simchas, and seeing her two
great-grandsons, Jordan and Leo. Private
Graveside Services were held at Beth El
Cemetery, Paramus, NJ. Contributions in her
memory may be made to a charity of the
donor’s choice.

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Audrey Sonnenfeld (nee Fine), January 31,
2021; of Lower Gwynedd, PA. Wife of the late
Richard Sonnenfeld; Longtime companion of
the late Samuel Glantz; Daughter of the late
Mary and Isadore “Al” Fine; Mother of Stacy
(Fred) Frankel; Sister of Dov Eden and the
late Leonard Fine; Grandmother of Alexa,
Dillon, Noah, Jonah, Sofia and Zev; Also sur-
vived by Gordon (Laurie) Glantz and Margo
(David) Berkowitz. Services were private.

Audrey grew up in Atlantic City, NJ and atten-
ded Temple University where she earned both
her Bachelors and Masters degrees in Educa-
tion plus 60 additional credits and was li-
censed as a drug and alcohol counselor. She
worked all of her academic career with the
School District of Philadelphia. She also
helped start and run her late husbands ad-
vertising newspaper, Smart Shopper. She
was a voracious reader, talented oil painter,
seamstress/sewer, and always had fresh
flowers and plants in her home. She enjoyed
her family home in Margate, NJ during the
Summers, exercised regularly, ate a healthy
diet complete with vitamins/supplements,
and played the stock market. She most liked
connecting with and listening to people, but
did not need a huge circle of friends. She had
season tickets to Temple University basket-
ball, various theaters, museums and went to
the Phila. Flower show yearly. She had an in-
satiable thirst for travel and saw much of the
world. She loved shopping on the sale rack
and never paid full retail for anything. She
will be most remembered for her myriad of
sayings, one of the most memorable being
“Life is not a dress rehearsal”. The family re-
spectfully requests contributions in lieu of
flowers be made to the Temple University
General Scholarship Fund or Congregation
Beth Or General Fund.

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ADLER MATTHEW DAVID ADLER
In Memoriam
Born: 6/15/1970 Philadelphia, PA
Died: 2/18/2011 Seattle, WA
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Is it possible that 10 years have gone by?
Your children in Seattle are doing great with
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