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BARG COHEN
Judith Barg (nee Naden), March 16, 2021 of
Haverford, PA; beloved wife of the late Her-
bert; loving mother of Matthew Slepin (Di-
ane) and Merritt Rollins (David Fuller); step-
mother of Douglas Barg (Robin) and Robynn
Barg; devoted sister of Naomi Rosborough;
cherished grandmother of Michael, Molly,
Alex, Cali, Lucy, Sarah and Ben. Funeral ser-
vices were private. Contributions in Judith’s
memory may be made to the Jewish National
Fund (jnf.org).

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Ina Burwasser (nee Silikovitz), passed away
peacefully on March 11, 2021. Loving moth-
er of Faith Burwasser. Beloved wife of the late
Marvin Burwasser. Sister of Dr. Ronald (Ar-
lene) Silikovitz. Aunt to Andrew and Harvey
Silikovitz. Proud grandmother to a trio of
cats. Graveside services were private. Con-
tributions in her memory may be made to
Broadway Cares/ Equity Fights Aid s
(https://broadwaycares.org/), The
Alzheimer’s Association
(https://www.alz.org/), or any other favorite
charity. GOLDSTEINS' ROSENBERG'S
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On Wednesday, March 10th, Dr. Paul Cohen,
loving husband, father, grandfather and
great-grandfather, passed away at age 88.

Paul was born June 5th, 1932 in Queens,
New York to Frieda and Benjamin Cohen. On
September, 4, 1955, he married Marilyn, his
wife of 65-years. They raised two daughters
Penny Rednor and Marcy Hockfield. Paul was
a doctor of Optometry and practiced in Mor-
risville, Pennsylvania for over 40 years. Paul
was a passionate Philadelphia sports fan and
an avid reader. He was known for his kind
and compassionate spirit and his unpar-
alleled listening skills. Paul is survived by his
wife Marilyn, his brother Allen, his two chil-
dren, Penny and Marcy, four grandchildren
Danielle, Avi, Jenifer and Sam, and 3 great-
children, Gabriel, Isabelle and Oliver. He will
be greatly missed. Contributions in his
memory may be made to a charity of the
donor's choice. Services were private.

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GROSS Helen R. Gross, March 13, 2021, of Rydal,
PA. Adored wife of Harry S. Gross, z"l; loving
mom of Jeffrey (Janna) Gross and Betty
Gross Eisenberg (fiancé Barry E. Bressler,
z"l); cherished GM of Benjamin, Andrea,
Rachel (Stuart), and Joshua (Sana), and to
Allison (Edward) and Michelle; and precious
GG of Aaron and Danny, and to Gabrielle and
Sophie. Funeral and interment were private.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests contri-
butions to Old York Road Temple - Beth Am,
Abington, PA, or a charity of the donor's
choice. JOSEPH LEVINE and SONS
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HOFFMAN CUTLER
Eric “Rick” Cutler, age 78, died peacefully at
home on March 12, 2021; beloved husband
of Esta “Essie” (nee Haimowitz) for 55 years;
devoted and proud father of Howie and Emily
Cutler, J.J. and Barb Cutler, and Stephanie
and David Levin. Adored grandfather of Pax-
ton, Lizzy, Izzy, Abby, Matthew, Max, and
Jesse. Rick graduated from West Phil-
adelphia High School, and earned his under-
graduate degree at Penn State University, and
his Master’s degree from Temple University.

He spent his career as an educator and ad-
ministrator in the Philadelphia School Dis-
trict, and as principal and director of Hunter’s
Run Day Camp in Aston. An avid sports fan,
Rick was always crunching stats in his head,
and holding out for the next Philadelphia
championship win. “You’re a fine human be-
ing.” Services were private. Donations can be
made in Rick’s memory to Redeemer Health
or Phillies Charities.

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Karen M. Ernest (nee Berstein) on March 16,
2021. Beloved wife of Dr. Brad Ernest. Lov-
ing mother of Hana Ernest Hudson (Andrew)
and Rachel Ernest. Dear sister of Michael
Berstein. Daughter of Norma Wolf. Graveside
services were private. Contributions in her
memory may be made to any Mispallelim
School Funds at Ohev Shalom.

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Arnold Jay Hoffman, born December 29,
1941, passed away in the early hours of
March 11, 2021, after a hard fought battle
with Alzheimer’s disease. Arnie was born and
raised in his beloved Philadelphia, graduat-
ing from the 211 th Central High School Class.

He earned a Bachelor of Science degree from
Temple University and a Master’s Degree
from The University of Massachusetts. After
moving to the Washington, D.C. metro area,
he enjoyed a long and successful career as
an economist with the federal government,
first with the Department of Labor, and then
with the Department of Transportation, Fed-
eral Aviation Administration, where he per-
formed complex economic analyses on air-
craft safety regulations. He was an avid read-
er and historian, and enjoyed visits with his
daughter and her family, jazz music, nature
walks, connecting his extended family with
one another, and following jewish athletes.

He loved attending his Central High reunions
and cheering on the Temple Owls. He is pre-
ceded in death by his mother Pearl Moravin-
sky and his father Aaron Hoffman. He is sur-
vived by his loving younger brother, Howard
Hoffman (Gail), devoted daughter, Amanda
Manes (Russell), adoring grandchildren, Levi
and Dena, former wife Barbara Hoberman,
and many cousins, aunts and uncles. Contri-
butions in his memory may be made to the
Alzheimer's Association (act.alz.org) or to
Magen David Adom in Israel (mdais.org).

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KATES Allan Kates on March 11, 2021. Allan left the
world as he lived, surrounded by love, punc-
tual, with impeccably styled hair and the
stock market up. He will be forever loved by
his wife of 67 years, Joan Kates, (nee
Mamolen); their two children Marcia (Stuart)
Conston and Michael (Fran) Kates; his 6
grandchildren Dan (Kara Genderson) Con-
ston, Adam (Rachelle) Conston, Jacqui
(Zach) Agins and Jason Kates; and his 3
great grandchildren, Charley, Sam, and Spen-
cer. Funeral services were private.

JOSEPH LEVINE and SONS
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Stanley Levy (August 30, 1937 - March 12,
2021) of Philadelphia, PA. Husband of the
late Linda (Day). Father of Heather Taylor,
Jason Levy and the late Alicia Levy. Brother
of Arlene Borow and the late Alan Levy.

Grandfather of Kasey Taylor Porto. Graveside
services were held Wednesday March 17,
2021 at Roosevelt Memorial Park. Contribu-
tions in his memory may be made to the Can-
cer Society of America.

JOSEPH LEVINE and SONS
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Janet Miller (née Conston), of Horsham PA,
formally of Elkins Park, PA, passed away
peacefully on March 13, 2021. Wife of the
late Jack Miller and sister of the late Selma
Conston Gumnit. Beloved and best mom to
her four children and their families; Michael
Miller (Gail), Debbie Miller Boggs (Jerry),
Becca Miller Keller (Don) and Barbara Miller
Cohen (Marshall). “Gog's" 7 grandchildren
and 5 great grandchildren are so lucky to
have had her in their lives. Janet, a devoted
friend and teacher will be missed by all the
lives she touched. Contributions in her
memory can be made to the Philadelphia
Education Fund or Old York Road Temple
Beth Am. Graveside services were private.

DEATH NOTICES
RYESKY Helene Ann Ryesky (nee Silberman) of Man-
atawny Manor, formerly of Maple Glen,
passed away on March 18, 2021. Widow of
Aaron Ryesky; mother of Kenneth H. Ryesky,
Esq (Dr. Tamara Weiss, MD), the late Mat-
thew Ryesky (Linda), and the late Carol R.

Ryesky; grandmother of Hayim Ryesky
(Elisheva), Nathan Weinstock-Herman, and
the late Adam Snyder; great grandmother of
Shalom Meir Ryesky and Orah Menucha
Ryesky; sister of Dr. Ronald Silberman PhD
(Shirley) and the late Dr. Ellis Silberman MD
(the late Annette). Also survived by nieces
and nephews, cousins, and friends. Helene
was an accomplished artist in various media,
including ceramics, sculpture, jewelry, and
most notably, photography. Donations in her
memory may be made to Friends of Yad
Sarah www.friendsofyadsarah. org; Susan G.

Komen for the Cure www.komen.org, the
Chai Lifeline www.chailifeline.org, or other
appropriate charity.

JOSEPH LEVINE and SONS
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Hilda N. Scharf passed away on Friday,
March 12 at the age of 97. Daughter of the
late Samuel and Rose Nitzky and beloved
wife of the late Eugene Sharf. A true love
story, they were separated in death by just
one day. She is survived by her brother-in-
law Irving Sharf, step-daughters Barbara
Sharf and Andrea (Joseph) Gomez, grand-
children Sasha (Chris) Stapleton, Joel Gomez
and great grandson Oliver Stapleton. Hilda
spent her career working as a legal secretary
at Dechert Price and Rhoads. She donated
generously to many charities and will be
sorely missed by all those who knew and
loved her. Graveside services were held
Sunday March 14, 2021.

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SUNDHEIM NASON
Anita C. Nason (nee Cohen) passed away on
March 19, 2021. Wife of the late Leonard
Nason. Mother of Fredric Nason and Abby
(Michael) Cohler. Grandmother of Max
(Melissa) Cohler, Adam Cohler and Gregory
Cohler. Private Graveside Services were held
at Montefiore Cemetery. Contributions in her
memory may be made to Beth Tikvah-B’nai
Jeshurun, www.btbj.org, or to Hedwig
House, www.hedwighouse.org.

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PRESS Eric Press on March 10, 2021 – 71 years. Be-
loved husband of April (nee Stiebel). Loving
Poppy of Shoshanna (Joshua Shane), Melea,
Johanna (Daniel White), and Elena Press.

Dear brother of Cathy Shields (Chip). Joyful
grandfather of Spinoza, Reyzl, and Isador.

Devoted professor and colleague in Temple's
Fox School of Business. Contributions in his
memory may be made to the Eric Press Me-
morial Fund c/o Horsham Township Director
of Public Works, 1025 Horsham Road, Hor-
sham PA 19044 **Please make checks pay-
able to Horsham Township – In Memo Line
put "Eric Press Fund"**
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JEWISHEXPONENT.COM Stephen Robert Sundheim of Blue Bell, PA.

Dedicated father, devoted brother, cherished
uncle, loyal & steadfast family member & en-
deared friend to many, Stephen Robert Sund-
heim, beloved husband of the late Pauline
(nee Gramiak) Sundheim, succumbed to kid-
ney failure & COVID-19, on March 9, 2021.

The oldest of two sons, to parents, the late
Mildred (nee Fried) & Jacob "Jack" Weil
Sundheim. Stephen is survived by his daugh-
ter, Rebecca Leah Sundheim & fiancé John
Patrick Kelly IV, brother Michael Sundheim &
sister-in-law Shirley Zarley, nieces Tori Sund-
heim & Brittany Sundheim. Services were
private. Contributions, in Stephen's memory,
can be made to the National Kidney Founda-
tion. JOSEPH LEVINE and SONS
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Bernard Weiner, 88 yrs. old. Survived by
Janice Squires, adoring wife of 26 yrs., son
David, daughter Amy and sister Elaine Zinn.

Bernie was a humble man who loved life and
brightened the lives of everyone he knew. His
charm, friendly greeting and positive attitude
endeared him to all. He led a full rich life trav-
eling the world for business and pleasure
while enjoying good food, good wine and
great experiences. He was an accomplished
cook and loved to entertain. Bernie was in the
U.S. Army during the Korean conflict. Dona-
tions in his memory may be made to The
American Kidney Foundation www.kidney-
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MEMORIALS GLASSMAN
In Loving Memory of
Fannie Glassman
March 29, 1983
15 Nissan
Even though 38 years have passed,
this does not cloud our
wonderful memory of you.

We still feel your presence, whether
it be in a picture, a food or your name.

Over the years, you have watched over us
and we still feel your strong love,
for your family.

Always, stay with us and protect us.

Loved and always missed on this day and
every day by your Grandson.

Larry D. Glassman and family
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