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B E N D E R
Lois Bender (nee Zulkow), May 11, 2021.

Wife of the late Jack Bender and the late Ed-
win Myers. Mother of Marcy (late Robert)
Schnitzer, Craig (Sharon) Myers and David
Myers. Step mother of Janice (Joel) Frezel
and Linda (Dean) Anglin. Grandmother of An-
drew (Crystal) Herring, Wes (Michelle) My-
ers, Erin Myers, Tracey (Scott) Slobotkin,
Brooke (Bryan) Werley, Sandy Anglin, Zach
(Kat) Anglin, Nikki (Mike) Burkons and David
(Alana) Frezel. Great grandmother of Grayson
and Gabriella Herring, Olivia Myers, Rylie and
Luke Slobotkin, Robert and Emma Werley,
Sal and Georgia Anglin, Jack and Ellie
Burkons and Parker Frezel. Contributions in
her memory may be made to the American
Diabetes Association, 150 Monument Road,
Suite 100, Bala Cynwyd, Pa. 19004 or a char-
ity of the donor's choice.

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B E N N E T T
Sheldon “Shecky” Bennett on April 23, 2021.

Beloved husband of Lois (nee Bear); Loving
father of Laura (Ray) Blau, Bonni (Farrell
Smith) Plenn, Beth (Joel) Peskin, Michael
Steiner and the late Michael Bennett; Dear
brother of Bonnie Baumhor; Devoted grand-
father of Barrie (Brian), Ben, Jared, Zach,
Lilli, Sophia and Alexa; Adoring great-grand-
father of Riley and Sienna. Services and inter-
ment were private. Contributions in his
memory may be made to the Veteran’s Ad-
ministration, www.va.gov
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RAPHAEL-SACKS www.goldsteinsfuneral.com
B R A S ON
Stanley Brason on May 8, 2021. Beloved hus-
band of the late Norma (Roseman); Loving
father of Cindy (Jeffrey) Gordon and Alan
(Stacey) Brason; Devoted grandfather of
Chad (Molly), Jason (Wendy), Matthew and
Jordyn. Contributions in his memory may be
made to University of PA Hospital, Oncology
Dept., 3535 Market St., Ste. 750, Phila., PA
19104, www.pennmedicine.org
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C H A N S K Y
Norman Morton Chansky of Swarthmore, PA
died on April 30th, 2021. He was the devoted
husband to the late Elissa Chansky (née Ell-
sas). Norman graduated from Boston Uni-
versity and Columbia University. A long-time
professor of educational psychology and
statistics at Temple University, he retired as
Professor Emeritus. Norman was also an avid
gardener, lover of nature, a prolific writer,
and musician. Norman is survived by his five
children Linda Janidlo (Thom), James (Kath-
erine), Keren Suberri (Moshe), Tamar
Chansky Stern (Phillip) and Matthew (Lisa),
his grandchildren Elizabeth Hunt (Ryan), Sara
Preheim (Scott), Bethany Janidlo, Allison
Burch (Bobby), Isaac, Gilad Suberri (Sarit),
Kinneret Suberri (Alan Mitchell), Mer, Raia,
and Emma June, and great grandchildren,
Abby, Corinna, Tyler, Daniella, Eitan, Nadav,
Arran, Rona, Eleanor, and Solomon, as well
as many dear nieces, nephews, cousins,
along with friends. And by Sophie Mulugeta
Gordon who was treasured by both Elissa
and Norman. Donations in Memory of Nor-
man can be made to: HIAS (Hebrew Immig-
rant Aid Society) www.hias.org; Chester Chil-
dren's Chorus www.swarthmore.edu/chester-
childrens-chorus/gift JOSEPH LEVINE and SONS
www.levinefuneral.com MAY 20, 2021
DEATH NOTICES
G E T Z O W
D O V B E R G
It is with profound sadness that the Dovberg
family announces the passing of Dr. Jerome
L. Dovberg on April 12, 2021. He was our
beloved Husband, Father, Zaydie, Son, Broth-
er, Uncle, Nephew, Cousin and Friend.

“Jerry” was born in 1945, in Philadelphia, to
the late Nessie and Maurice Dovberg. He
grew up as the only brother of four younger
sisters. He and his wife Sandi (nee Lassoff),
had recently celebrated their 50th wedding
anniversary in December 2020. Jerry gradu-
ated from Lincoln High School, Temple Uni-
versity, and The Pennsylvania College of Po-
diatric Medicine. After completing Medical
School, the Army commissioned him to be
the Chief of the Podiatry Clinic at The
Pentagon, and later at Dewitt Army Hospital,
in Fort Belvoir, VA. After settling in Northern,
VA, Jerry opened a private practice with 3 of-
fices. Although he was a Board Certified Sur-
geon, he loved kibitzing with his patients.

One patient shared, “It was like visiting a
friend, laughing, and having a good time,
while receiving excellent care.” For over 34
years, Jerry and his family took annual vaca-
tions to the Carribean Island of St. Maarten,
which was a highlight in his life. His love of
Smooth Jazz brought him and his family on
jazz cruises all over the world, and to live
concerts & festivals nationwide. He loved
playing the “piano by ear”, and he was a tal-
ented artist. Jerry was a member of many
Jewish organizations and a great supporter of
the State of Israel. He was a proud member
of the Alpha Epsilon Pi Fraternity, and also a
Freemason. Jerry is survived by his wife,
Sandi; daughter, Mindi; sons, Michael
(Dana), and Jeff. His granddaughters, Maya
and Mila; grandsons, Mazen and Mylo; His
Sisters, Sandy Brown, Sherie Hershman
(Mark), Debbie Molotsky (Dwight), and
Deena Ginsberg (Gary). Over his 75 years on
this Earth, Jerry’s magnetic, “larger than life”,
personality was felt by everyone who met
him. He will be remembered for his pro-
found love for his family. He will be deeply
missed. Contributions in his memory may be
made to The United States Holocaust Me-
morial Museum, in Washington, DC .

www.ushmm.org F I EL D S
Michele Tamara Fields nee Turetzky, May 11,
2021. Wife of Steven L., Mother of Scott
Fields, Justin Fields, Josh Fields, Adam Fields
and Alyssa Fields. Daughter of Arnold and the
late Shirley Turetzky. Sister of Jill (Jeff)
Workman. A school teacher. A member of
Ohev Shalom of Bucks County. Funeral ser-
vices were private. Contributions in her
memory may be made to the Next Step Pro-
gram www.tnsprograms.org or Doylestown
Hospital, 595 W. State Street, Doylestown, Pa
18901. GOLDSTEINS' ROSENBERG'S
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F O R M A N
Kenneth Jay Forman, M.D., age 78, of Hunt-
ingdon Valley, passed away peacefully on
May 9, 2021, surrounded by family. Beloved
husband of Barbara (nee Rifkind), devoted
father of Stacy Theil (David) and adoring
“Zay-zay” of Abby and Zach. Also survived by
his brother-i-law Michael Rifkind (Susanne),
his nephews Mark and the late Stephen,
many cousins and one great aunt. Death was
due to complications from a stroke. Dr.

Forman was a graduate of Northeast high
School, where he was editor –in chief of the
school paper, the University of Pennsylvania,
and George Washington University Medical
School. One highlight of his medical school
experience was, when on a cardiology rota-
tion at Walter Reed Army Medical Center, he
had the opportunity to meet former Presid-
ent Eisenhower and take his blood pressure.

He was in private practice as an internist and
cardiologist. He was on the staff and an act-
ive teacher of Albert Einstein Medical Center,
a member of the Maimonides Society, and a
rollicking performer of the Einstein Bedpan
Players Troupe. He was also on the staff of
Rolling Hill Hospital, where he was Chairman
of the Pharmacy and Therapeutics Commit-
tee for 12 years, Vice President of the Medic-
al Staff, and Chairman of the Cardiology Per-
formance Committee. He was on the staff of
District Council 33’s John F. Kennedy Me-
morial Hospital, where he was President of
the Medical Staff, Acting Medical Director,
and Chairman of the Department of Medicine.

He was the Chief Internist of the Police and
Fire Medical Association. He finished his ca-
reer at Montgomery Hospital in Norristown
.He especially enjoyed working with the hos-
pital residents. He won the Golden Apple
Award for Excellence in Teaching twice,
once at Rolling Hill Hospital , and again at
Montgomery Hospital. He was known
throughout the community as an excellent
and compassionate physician. Dr. Forman
was a long time subscriber to the Phil-
adelphia Orchestra and various theater com-
panies. He was, over his lifetime, a loving pet
parent of seven dogs and six cats, now re-
united with them on the Rainbow Bridge. He
was also an avid gardener, an enthusiastic
traveler, and a voracious reader of non-fic-
tion. He was very fond of World War II Nav-
al history. Because he believed strongly in
the education of the future generation of
physicians, the family asks that contribu-
tions in his memory be made to Albert Ein-
stein Medical Center STEM Program, 5501
Old York Rd., Phila., PA 19141; or Keneseth
Israel Meyers Library Fund, 8339 Old York
Rd., Elkins Park PA, 19027; or The George
Washington University Medical School White
Coat Fund,
2300 I Street, NW, Washington, D.C. 20037.

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Charles H. Getzow, age 89, of Doylestown,
Pennsylvania, passed away on Friday, May
7th, 2021. Charles, was still the loving hus-
band of Marilyn after 67 years of marriage,
and the proud father of Ellen Graham, Dr.

Martin Getzow and Stewart Getzow, de-
ceased. He also leaves behind five grandchil-
dren, Gregory Graham, Samantha Graham,
Nathaniel Getzow, Matthew Getzow and An-
drew Getzow and two great-grandchildren,
Madison, and Charlotte Graham. In addition,
he leaves behind an extended family, includ-
ing Larry Graham, Judi Field, Lisa Getzow
and Alex Graham. He and Marilyn developed
many friendships from Congregation Kehilat
Hanahar, Temple Judea, Warminster, Phil-
adelphia, New Hope, Central Bucks Senior
Center and Wilmington, North Carolina. They
will miss his warm smile, willingness to help,
and strong handshake. Charles was born in
Philadelphia, the son of Maurice and Hannah
Getzow and the brother of William Getzow, all
deceased. He was the third generation to
manage Getzow Jewelers, established in
1886, now located in Bensalem, PA, but un-
der non-family ownership. While growing
up, Charles had numerous interests, includ-
ing the Boy Scouts. Charles attended central
high school in Philadelphia, where he played
on the varsity soccer team and served two
years as president of his high school fratern-
ity. He was a graduate of Temple University
Business School. While at Temple, he was
the business manager of the varsity wrest-
ling team. Soon after graduation, he was
drafted into the military, and he became a
field radio repairman at Camp Gordon, GA.

After the military, he entered the family jew-
elry business, which he helped manage until
he retired. He then had a few parttime jobs,
including being a real estate agent. He was
subsequently hired by the Social security Ad-
ministration and became a claims adjuster,
working at the Mid-Atlantic Regional Office.

He and Marilyn spent many years vacation-
ing in North Carolina, becoming involved with
volunteering, enriching their lives and where
they still have numerous friends. It was there
that he learned to play bridge and was intro-
duced to the computer. Donations can be dir-
ected to Temple Judea of Bucks County,
Doylestown https://www.templejudea.org/
Synagogue Kehilat HaNahar, New Hope ht-
tps://www.kehilathanahar.org/ GOLDSTEINS' ROSENBERG'S
RAPHAEL-SACKS www.goldsteinsfuneral.com
www.JewishExponent.com H O R W I T Z
Fred M. Horwitz, 86, Musicologist, originally
from Coatesville, PA and more recently of
Philadelphia, passed away peacefully at Atria
Center City on May 10, 2021. He was prede-
ceased by his loving, supportive parents Ezril
and Gertrude Horwitz. Survived by his caring
and devoted sister Susan Horwitz Goldberg,
Allan M. Horwitz, Esquire, Dr. Rudy Horwitz
and brother-in-law Sherwood (Woody) Gold-
berg. It is with a heavy heart that we share
the passing of our beloved, very uniquely tal-
ented brother, who was a well-admired Musi-
cologist, Violinist, Teacher of many close
friends on the violin, as he shared with much
delight his amazing knowledge of classical
and motion picture music and backgrounds
on famous actors and actresses. Over the
years, Fred owned and operated a video re-
cording enterprise for attorneys, was a most
valued research director and music coordin-
ator for the ‘’Mike Douglas Show’’ when it
was performed live from Philadelphia. He
also was very proud of his award-winning
shih tzu puppies he raised. His international
friends included the world reknowned flutists
Sir James and Jeannie Galway and Eamonn
Lenihan, freelance radio broadcaster and pro-
ducer in Ireland with whom he shared much
about music and delightful ‘’Irish Humor’’
along with his joy in speaking with an ‘’Irish
Brogue’’, whose accent entertained many
over dinners with many valued friends of all
walks of life. Interment was private. Dona-
tions can be sent in tribute to Fred’s legacy
and love of music to the Curtis Institute of
Music at 1726 Locust St., Phila. PA 19103
for the ‘’Ezril and Gertrude Horwitz Piano
Master Class’’ endowed series.

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