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DEATH NOTICES
F I R E S T O N E
Samuel Ephraim Firestone on January 3,
2022. He was just 3 months shy of complet-
ing his 95th year. He died peacefully with
family present following a severe stroke. Be-
loved husband of the late Norma (nee Toiv);
Loving father of Gail Furman (Barry), Daniyel
Firestone (Lewis Rodin), and Joanne Fire-
stone; Dear brother of Marvin Firestone; De-
voted grandfather of Melissa (Nathaniel),
Rachel (Ryan), Molly (Chris), and Mandy
(Chris); Adoring great-grandfather of Sam-
antha, Olivia, Alana, Zachary, Rebecca, Nich-
olas, Noah, Idina, Logan, Adam, and Maya.

Services and Interment are Private. Contribu-
tions in his memory may be made to any
Jewish charity of the donor’s choice. He will
be missed by many.

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G E T Z
Martin Getz, January 4, 2022; of Merion Sta-
tion, PA; loving father of Leonard Louis Getz
(Susan), Elissa Lynne Stein (Robert) and
Judy Blank (Mark Harris); cherished grand-
father of Philip Dov Getz, Sharona Rina
Whisler (Joshua), Ariella Naomi Tsirlin (Yis-
rael), Jacqueline Lew (Jack), Dana Paige
Poulson (Eric), Jason Kushner and Adam
Stein; adored great-grandfather of Meira,
Akiva, Nessa, Amalya, Gavriel, Raquel and
Presley. In lieu of flowers, contributions in
Martin’s memory may be made to Chabad of
Kendall (www.chabadofkendall.org/donate)
or Zionist Organization of America
(www.zoa.org.) JOSEPH LEVINE and SONS
www.levinefuneral.com DEATH NOTICES
K A U F F M A N
Larry David Kauffman, 70, of Smyrna, DE,
formerly of Philadelphia, PA, Mt. Laurel and
Hainesport, NJ, passed away on Thursday
December 30, 2021 at Bayheath Kent Gener-
al Hospital, Dover, DE. He was born in Phil-
adelphia, PA on March 1, 1951 to the late Jo-
nas Kauffman and Geraldine Burns. After col-
lege, he Flew C-130's in the Air Force Re-
serves, and was a small jet, twin and single
engine pilot. He was a musician who played
bass in the band 1910 Fruitgum Company,
and also played bass, guitar, and keyboards
in various other bands. He also loved boat-
ing, cats, drag racing, and progressive rock
music including Yes and Genesis. He was a
business owner who specialized in rebuild-
ing and selling car starters and alternators
and he owned a mortgage business. He
served as a Colonel in the Civil Air Patrol (Air
Force Auxiliary) and worked to develop their
airplane maintenance program and he en-
joyed mentoring young guys towards avi-
ation careers. He is survived by his wife,
Robin Kauffman, of Smyrna; a sister, Randi
(Fred) Kauffman-Sadoff; brothers-in-law, Jeff
(Marva) Heckert and Keith (Lisa) Heckert; a
niece, Dana Kauffman; nephews: Matthew
Heckert and Grayson Heckert; and his be-
loved cats, Jeffy Kauffman and Zoey Kauff-
man. He was predeceased by his nephew,
Kristofer Heckert; and his beloved cats Missy,
Sabrina, Tasha, Cinder, Rusty, and Princess
Kauffman. In lieu of flowers please donate to
New Pawsibilities of NJ cat rescue, PO Box 3,
Marlton, NJ 08053. To sign the online guest-
book, please visit www.matthewsbryson.com
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K R AT C H MA N
P E L T Z M A N
Herbert Kratchman passed away on Decem-
ber 28 at the age of 92, at home in Lafayette
Hill, PA, surrounded by his loving wife and
children. He was known for his good nature
and humor and will be missed by all who
knew him. Herb was born March 23, 1929,
in Philadelphia, PA and was a life-long resid-
ent of the Philadelphia area. He graduated
from Central High School and received his
Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration
from Temple University. Following college he
served stateside in the U.S. Army from 1952-
1954 as a Personnel Administrator. Herb
worked for various companies, including ITT-
Nesbit and Burroughs Corporation, before
launching Renninger’s Antique Guide, a lead-
ing East-Coast antiques newspaper, in 1976.

He and his wife continued publishing Ren-
ninger’s Antique Guide until 2020. He met
his beloved wife of 66 years, Harriett (Acker-
man) Kratchman, on a blind date arranged by
mutual college friends, and were married in
1955 in Philadelphia. They raised two chil-
dren, Paul and Michele, and the family settled
in Lafayette Hill, PA. Herb and Harriett loved
to spend time together along with their exten-
ded family and friends. Herb was preceded in
death by his father William Kratchman, moth-
er Katherine Kratchman and brother Lowell
Kratchman. He is survived by his wife, Harri-
ett Kratchman, son Paul Kratchman (Can-
dace Smith), daughter Michele Kratchman
(Jon Fishman), granddaughters Isadora
Kratchman and Rose Kratchman, and broth-
er-in-law Alvin Ackerman (Janet Ackerman).

In lieu of flowers the family would appreciate
donations to World Central Kitchen, or a
charity of the donor’s choice.

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K A U F M AN
G O R D O N
Rosalyn S. Gordon on December 22, 2021.

Born December 25, 1932, Rosalyn passed
away peacefully surrounded by her loving
family. She shared a 70-year marriage to the
love of her life Marvin J. Gordon.Marv and
Ros were passionate about their yearly
travels, enjoyed sitting and reading, spend-
ing time with their grandchildren, and enjoy-
ing Ros’s famous party trays with a cocktail.

Loving mother of Joye (Gordon) and Chris-
topher Minnick, Edye (Gordon Schaffel) and
Howard Cooperman. Adoring Grandmother of
Evan and Claudia Katz Minnick and Leah
(Minnick) and Gary Pearce. Erica Schaffel,
David and Jessica (Schaffel) Caine. Cher-
ished Great grandmother of Ava Lorraine
Pearce. Contributions in her memory can be
made to either: The Breathing Room 600
West Ave., Jenkintown PA 19046 or Reform
Congregation Keneseth Israel 8339 Old York
Road, Elkins Park PA 19027 Neysa Adams
Library Fund
To place a Memorial Ad
call 215.832.0749
26 JANUARY 13, 2022
Edith (nee Litman) Kaufman, on December
30, 2021. Beloved wife of the late Joseph
(Jerry) Kaufman. Devoted mother of Barbara
Ponczek, Beth Ann Sidewater (Elliot) and
Harold Kaufman (Judy). Loving grandmother
of Dana Ponczek, Joseph Ponczek, Helen
Kaufman, David Kaufman (Jordan), Elyse
Goldberg, and Eric Sidewater. Contributions
in her memory may be made to Ohev Sha-
lom of Bucks County, 944 2nd Street Pike,
Richboro, PA 18954.

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KLINGHOFFER Barbara Klinghoffer, 87 of Philadelphia,
passed away on January 1, 2022. She
was married for 62 years to Leonard
Klinghoffer, who predeceased her in
2018. The daughter of Emanuel and
Dora Asbell, she was born on April 18,
1934 in Philadelphia, graduated from Ol-
ney High School and earned a BFA from
the Tyler School of Fine Arts at Temple.

She is survived by her brother, Michael
(Sucha), her children Nancy (Malcolm),
Andrew (Ilaria) and Joanne (Alexander),
and six grandchildren, Alison
(Benjamin), Jonathan (Tracey), Isabelle,
Jonah, Luca and Benjamin and one
great granddaughter, Eliana. Her family
will remember her privately. Contribu-
tions in her memory may be made to
LiveWell Foundation: www.livewell-foun-
fation.org or to Penn Memory Center
and Alzheimerʼs Disease Center:
giving.apps.upenn.edu/find-fund M A Z E R
Morton D. Mazer, 86, of Jupiter, Florida,
passed away on January 3, 2022. Formerly of
Dresher, Pennsylvania, Mort was the cher-
ished husband of Connie, and the loving fath-
er of Ellen Zarge (Dr. Joseph) and the late
Randi Waxman. Mort was also a devoted and
proud Poppop to Nikki and Tammi Waxman,
David and Jason Zarge, and Lauren and Mi-
chael Kolodin. Mort is survived by the rest of
his beloved family, including brother Robert
Mazer (Edy), brother-in-law and sister-in-law
Mel and Deena Stein, and daughter-in-law
and son-in-law Debbie and Rich Waxman.

Mort was a graduate of the 198th class of
Central High School, and of University of
Miami, class of 1956. He was also a dedic-
ated Lieutenant in the U.S. Navy. Mort will be
fondly remembered for his quick wit, adven-
turous spirit, and heartfelt generosity. Mort
will be profoundly missed by everyone who
knew him. Graveside Services for Mort were
held Wednesday, January 5, 2022. Contribu-
tions in Mort’s memory can be made to the
Randi Joy Waxman Memorial Foundation via
mail at the following address: Greater Wash-
ington Community Foundation, PO Box
49010, Baltimore, MD 21297-4910. If donat-
ing via check, please note the Randi Joy
Waxman Memorial Foundation in the memo
line or contributions may be made online by
selecting the fund called “Randi Joy Wax-
man Memorial Foundation '' on the drop-
down list at the following link: www. thecom-
munityfoundation.org/donate JEWISH EXPONENT
Bernice Zelda Peltzman (nee Pearlstein) On
January 1, 2022. Beloved wife of the late Ed-
ward Peltzman. Loving mother of Howard
and Judi Peltzman (nee Abramson), Audrey
Freedman (Michael), and David Peltzman.

Adoring grandmother to her “good as gold”
grandchildren, Keith Peltzman (Carly), Jai-
mie Fuller (Michael), Daryl Freedman
(Jackie), Jaryd Freedman (Lindsay), Carly
Freedman, Daniel, Meredith, and Drew Peltz-
man. Exuberant great grandmother to Ezrah,
Caleb, Jonah, Nolan, Rosie, and Elijah. She
was faithfully committed to her family,
friends, and Judaism. Contributions in her
memory can be made to American Red Mo-
gen David(WWW.AFMDA.org).

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S A V E T T
Stuart Hubert Savett, 82, of West Consho-
hocken, PA, died Tuesday, December 28,
2021. He is survived by his wife Maxine; chil-
dren Stacy (Ross), Scott (Shani), Lauren
(Marc), Andrew (Michelle), Steven (Karen),
Edward (Dana); grandchildren Ariel Borer,
Elan, Ari, and Zev Savett, Ella and Noah
Hausman, Madeline, Noa, and Natalia Denker,
Bennett and Landon Denker, Ruby and Ben-
jamin Denker; brother Steven (Fredda)
Savett; first wife Sherrie Savett; and count-
less friends.Stuart was raised in Philadelphia,
Pennsylvania, and graduated from Temple
University, 1960 and Villanova School of
Law, 1963. He was an esteemed litigator in-
volved in lead positions in numerous class
action lawsuits. Of his many positions and
honors, Stuart was most proud of being a
member of the Pennsylvania Continuing Leg-
al Education Board, an Adjunct Professor and
member of the Board of Consultors at Villan-
ova Law School, and a Trustee of the Jewish
Federation of Greater Philadelphia. Before his
passing, Stuart shared that he had a rich and
wonderful life and was very grateful. His fam-
ily and friends gave him countless moments
of joy and laughter. He will be remembered
for his intelligence, kindness, generosity, and
love. Memorial contributions may be made to
the Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia,
2100 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA 19103 or
Temple Beth Chaim, 389 Conestoga Rd, Mal-
vern, PA 19355.Funeral Service, Wednesday,
January 5th at 11:00 AM, at West Laurel Hill
Funeral Home, Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004. You
can also join via Zoom. Burial immediately
following at West Laurel Hill Cemetery.

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www.westlaurelhill.com S M I T H
Nancy (nee Sagar) December 31, 2021; of
Wynnewood, PA; loving mother of Howard
W. Smith (Cori Stelzer) and Scott J. Smith
(Samantha); beloved sister of Susan Sagar
Toll (Brent); cherished grandmother of Noah,
Amanda, Skylar and Savannah. In lieu of
flowers, contributions in Nancy’s memory
may be made to a charity of the donor’s
choice. JOSEPH LEVINE and SONS
www.levinefuneral.com DEATH NOTICES
S I M O N
Marilyn W Simon, Artist, Teacher, Mother,
Grandmother, Great Grandmother. Aug 25,
1927- Nov 10, 2021 Marilyn Simon was a
prolific artist, creating sculpture, paintings,
prints, sketches and ceramics, all while rais-
ing four children. A known artist in the Phil-
adelphia region, her work won numerous
awards and commissions. One famous piece
is the life size bust of Yitzhak Rabin that is in-
stalled in the University of Pennsylvania Van
Pelt-Dietrich library. A lover of Israel and
distressed by Rabin’s assassination, Marilyn
was inspired to compete and was awarded
the Alumni Class of 1956’s commission to
memorialize him. Immersing herself in the
details of Rabin’s life and surrounding her-
self with his images, Marilyn worked tire-
lessly to bring him to life in bronze. Passion-
ate about Rabin’s life story, Marilyn reached
out and formed a friendship with his widow,
Leah Rabin. Marilyn created a smaller bronze
sculpture that Leah Rabin presented in 1999
to President Bill Clinton, the first recipient of
the Shalom Chaver award. Marilyn attended
that ceremony with tremendous pride. Al-
ways creating Marilyn had sculptures in gal-
leries, pieces in juried shows and shows of
her own. She was involved in artists' cooper-
atives and had a studio at Crane Arts in Phil-
adelphia. In her later years her ceramic art
became playful, whimsical, and beautifully
free. She celebrated her 85th birthday party
at Crane Arts where family and friends could
witness how her sculptures and ceramics
were alive to her. Family was of utmost im-
portance to Marilyn and when her children
gave her grandchildren, she was thrilled to
have fresh young minds to engage with and
inspire. They became her models and her
students. She drew them, sculpted them, and
captured their images and spirits. She gave
them clay, teaching them to create freely
while sharing her view of the world through
her unique artistic lens. A student and a
teacher, Marilyn taught elementary art at
Wyncote and Cheltenham Elementary
Schools and sculpture to orthodontic stu-
dents at the Temple University School of
Dentistry. Even as a grandmother she took
classes at Tyler School of Art and was never
old in the presence of the young graduate
students. As an advocate for the art pro-
grams, she stressed that problem solving
was learned through art. Marilyn attended the
University of Chicago on a full scholarship in
1946, an admirable accomplishment for a
woman at that time. While Marilyn was
known as an artist, she cared deeply about
the world around us. She was a lifelong sup-
porter of her political beliefs, Jewish causes,
the environment, equality, diversity, women’s
rights, and the cultural arts. She was a sea-
son ticket holder to the Philadelphia Orches-
tra, The Wilma Theater, and later the Kennedy
Center in Washington, D.C. She encouraged
others to enjoy these performances with her,
or when circumstances prohibited her attend-
ance she joyfully shared those seats with
family and friends. Marilyn is lovingly sur-
vived by her four children, Nina (Robert
Rosenthal) Simon, Jacob (Jenny Su) Simon,
Maurine (Mark Rubinstein) Simon, Linda
(Neil) Shapiro, grandchildren Ruth (Julienne
Bautista) Rosenthal, Elana (Jesse Theisen-
Toupal) Rosenthal, Lea (Zachary) Ludwig,
Benjamin (Rebekah Sternbach) Rubinstein,
Adina (Evan) Kerkhoven, Sarina Rosenthal, io
Simon, Ariel Shapiro, Joel (Emi) Shapiro,
Elena Bunker, and great grandchildren Isaiah,
Dorian, Charlie,
Ezra, Lorelei, Rafael, Samara
JEWISHEXPONENT.COM and Colton. She is also survived by her sis-
ters Beverly Hoffman, Ardith Asher. Both her
baby brother Louis Weintraub z"l, and former