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L E F F - K A T Z
Robert A. Moreen passed away on October
30th, 2021. A multi-talented person, Bob was
initially a music major, graduate student, and
assistant professor at Princeton University.

He established Musica Alta, a group of
Renaissance singers, and made a significant
contribution to the study of Verdi’s operas.

Changing fields, Bob became a consulting ac-
tuary and lived in Bala Cynwyd, Pa. He joined
Mercer in 1989 where he had a brilliant ca-
reer, moving from its Health Consulting Prac-
tice into the M&A field that he created there
and developing several major business initi-
atives, including the Financial Strategy Group
in the US and Europe, and Mercer’s point of
view on retirement benefit designs. Bob re-
tired in 2012 and enjoyed travelling
throughout the world with his wife, playing
with his grandchildren, hiking with friends,
attending concerts, and reading voraciously
in many fields. He was a long-standing mem-
ber of the Lower Merion Synagogue where he
also served on the board and as treasurer in
the past. Bob is hugely missed by his wife
Vera, his sons Gabriel and Raphael, and their
families. G R I N G L A S
A B R A M S
Ruth M Abrams (née Adelson), age 93, of
Haverford, passed away on November 17,
2021. Born in Philadelphia on August 3,
1928. Beloved wife of the late Alvin L Ab-
rams. She is survived by her 3 loving sons,
Marc, Peter and James Abrams, two beloved
daughters in law, Robyn and Jody Abrams.

Adored grandmother of Ryan, Jason and
Jordana, Matthew and Nicholas Abrams and
the late Alexander Abrams. Ruth is also sur-
vived by three adoring great grandchildren
Harlow, Jaxson and Shep Abrams. She was
beloved at Brandywine Assisted Living by the
amazing nurses and caregivers and many
residents who lived there. Ruth was loved for
her zest for life, her outgoing personality and
her gift for making friends wherever she
went. All who knew her loved her. “Grandma
Ruthy” will be missed immensely. Interment
was private. Donations may be made to
www.Jafco.org or charity of donors choice.

GOLDSTEINS' ROSENBERG'S
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B A RN E S
The Gringlas family mourns the loss of their
beloved husband, father, grandfather, and
great-grandfather, Joseph Gringlas, who died
on Monday, November 8, 2021. Joseph was
born October 9, 1925, in Ostrowiec, Poland,
the youngest of Lazar and Blima Gringlas’ six
children. He was a survivor of Blizyn, Aus-
chwitz, and Dora-Nordhausen concentration
camps. Only Joseph and one brother from a
large extended family survived the Holocaust.

In 1950, Joseph emigrated to America, where
he settled in Detroit, MI. He later made his
home in Philadelphia, PA and Highland
Beach, FL. Teacher, artist, and tv repairman,
mender of all things broken, Joseph touched
the lives of countless people, who were
moved by his kindness and optimism, by his
ability to see beauty despite witnessing the
worst in humanity, and his willingness to
share his story of survival in order to ensure
that the lessons of the Holocaust would nev-
er be forgotten. Beloved husband for 64
years to Reli, devoted father to Marcy (Joel
Greenberg) and Larry (Karen Fink). Cher-
ished by his grandchildren Sara (Amnon
Shefler), Jackson, Ellie, Zoey and Milo and
great-granddaughter, Alma. He was deeply
adored and will be greatly missed for his un-
conditional love for his family and his devo-
tion to the state of Israel. A memorial service
was held in Philadelphia followed by burial in
Jerusalem. Donations may be made in
Joseph’s memory to KAVOD Survivors of the
Holocaust Emergency Fund (https://kavoden-
suringdignity.com) or Friends of the IDF Phil-
adelphia Chapter (https://www.fidf.org/act-
local/our-chapters/pennsylvania-southern- new-jersey-chapter).

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Gloria Barnes, (nee Haltrecht), Age 85 passed
away peacefully on November 12, 2021. Be-
loved wife of the late Dr. Donald J. Barnes,
loving mother of Mitzi, Howard, and Michael,
and loving grandmother, of Sasha, Misha,
Lucas, and Daniela, loving sister of Marlene
Ozer and Lennard Haltrecht. Gloria received a
B.S. degree from Temple University (summa
cum laude) and spent her entire life caring for
her family, friends, and those around always
generously giving her time and her love. Me-
morial donations may be made to the
Alzheimer's Association of Delaware Valley
http://act.alz.org/goto/mbarnes. GOLDSTEINS’ ROSENBERG'S
RAPHAEL-SACKS www.goldsteinsfuneral.com
C H E S K I N
Rheta Cheskin (nee Freeman) on November
17, 2021. Beloved wife of the late Bernard;
Loving mother of Abbe (Richard) Freeman,
Susan (Steven) Odell, and Bruce (Judi) Che-
skin; Adoring grandmother of Ben and Gol-
die. Also, a devoted dog lover. Contributions
in her memory may be made to ACCT Philly
(Animal Care & Control Team of Phila.),
www.acctphilly.com GOLDSTEINS' ROSENBERG'S
RAPHAEL-SACKS www.goldsteinsfuneral.com
F O R S T E I N
David Forstein, of Philadelphia, passed away
on September 30, 2021, at 74 years old. A
proud graduate of Central High School and
until his illness, an active alumnae board
member. He studied at Temple University and
graduated from St. Joseph's University. He
was a high school math teacher and a basket-
ball and soccer coach, having befriended and
learned from some of the greatest players
and coaches of his day. He is survived by his
brother Bruce Forstein (Merrie Kristol), and
his niece and nephew Ariella and Michael
(Cadence Nelson) Forstein, all of Minneapol-
is, MN. Memorials preferred to Medical Re-
search through Hadassah Minneapolis, 5905
Golden Valley Rd., Golden Valley, MN 55422.

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JEWISHEXPONENT.COM J A F F E
Leona Elayne Jaffe (nee Harris) of Wyn-
newood, Pa, died on November 2 at the age
of 99. She was predeceased by the love of
her life, her husband Leon. Also predeceased
by her brothers, Raymond and Seymour Har-
ris. She is survived by several nieces, neph-
ews and great nieces and nephews. Leona
donated her body to the Humanity Gift Re-
gistry of the Commonwealth of Pa, for the
purpose of medical education and research in
one of Pennsylvania’s medical teaching insti-
tutions. A celebration of her life will be held
on December 5th at 12:30 at the Greenhill
Condominium, 1001 City Avenue, Wyn-
newood, Pa, followed by lunch. It will also be
live streamed via Zoom. Meeting ID: 832 242
1259111 Passcode 7qrpvr. Contributions in
her memory may be made to the charity of
your choice.

HANCOCK FUNERAL HOME
www.hancockfuneralhome.net L A K O F F
Evalyn Lakoff (nee Chanitofsky), passed away
November 8, 2021 at the age of 98. Beloved
wife of the late Dr. Herbert Lakoff, loving
mother of Lisa (Brian) Gelfand and Steven,
adored Grandmother of Justin Gelfand. She
will be missed.

L A M M
Helen Dolores Lamm (nee Sporkin) was born
on August 13, 1927, to A.L. Sporkin and
Theresa Behrman. Her dear Sister in Arms,
Alice Antoinette Sporkin, forged an unbroken
bond to overcome the hurdles of life togeth-
er, after their mother Theresa, died at the
young age of 34. Helen and Alice loved their
father deeply and Aunt Anna, a governess,
second mother, hired to care for them and
provide a strong female role model with mor-
al rectitude. The loss of her mother at the
tender age of eight (8) years on the operat-
ing table on Mother’s Day was the defining
moment of Helen’s life. She vowed and prac-
ticed a philosophy of living life to the fullest,
which she did just that. Two husbands, 6
grandchildren, 4 great-grandchildren, houses
in Oak Lane, Rydal, and Ventnor, she had it
all. Persistence and True Grit and a fearless
inner toughness took her past the goal line,
again and again. She loved the Portland Av-
enue Beach and Ocean with her entire being.

They were and are One. Add to that a family
she built and loved, friends, parties, a strong
martini balanced by a stinger, class and style,
travel, the hairdresser, someone to philo-
sophize with, the next project, and you have
Helen’s life, examined, enjoyed, protected by
impenetrable walls. Love practiced every day
in every breath. Helen is the mother of
Jonathan Lamm, Anthony L. Lamm (Karen)
and Madeline L. Specter (Eric). Devoted
grandmother of Michael D. Lamm (Simone),
RachaelL. Crowley (Micah), Alexander D.

Lamm (Hannah), Daniel J. Specter, Matthew
A. Lamm, and Melanie E. Lamm. Great
grandmother of Nathaniel, Temma, Luca and
Henry. Contributions in her memory can be
made to the Alzheimer’s Association
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JEWISH EXPONENT
Libby Leff-Katz (78), passed away on Novem-
ber 13, 2021. Known as “Yibbil”, “Lib”,
“Mom”, “Aunt Lib” and “Bubbie”. A South
Philly girl with a heart of gold. Long-time res-
ident of Elkins Park, later of Langhorne and
Chalfont, PA. Devoted wife of Jacob M. Katz
(Jay). Daughter of the late Murray and Elsie
(Miffoluf) Leff. Sister to the late Alvin Leff
and Harriet Leff. Mother to Erik Katz, Steven
Hunter, David Katz and Ted Hunter. Mother-
in-law to Deena Katz, Zoe Hunter, Beth Katz
and Teddi Hunter. Bubbie to 11 dynamic
grandchildren: David, Kasey, Dani, Ethan,
Bennett, Kenny, Ezra, Eva, Brett, Aidan and
Zachary. Beloved Cousin, Aunt, and life-long
friend. Caregiver to many, baker of mandel
bread and purveyor of chicken soup to a
lucky few. A low-key Jewish mother who
rolled with the punches with wit, grace and
dignity. Taught values, exhibited goodness
and practiced unconditional love. Minimal
kvetcher. Could kibitz with the best of them.

Became the luckiest woman in Philly when
she married Jay, who treated her like a
Queen. A life-long Eagles fan and a Champi-
on Fantasy Football player. Did things the
right way, even if it wasn't always easy. Con-
tributions in her memory be made to Hor-
sham Center for Jewish Life, where Libby
was a volunteer for many years, 1425 Hor-
sham Road, North Wales, PA 19454, Attn.:
Business Office.

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R O TH S T E I N
Faye Rothstein, November 16, 2021, of Me-
dia, PA. Devoted wife of the late Larry Roth-
stein. Beloved mother of Ilene Zall and the
late Daniel Rothstein. Cherished sister of Al-
bert Shansky, Daniel Shansky, and the late
Bernard Shansky. Services were private.

Contributions in Faye’s memory may be
made to TIKVAH AJMI, www.tikvahajmi.org
JOSEPH LEVINE and SONS
www.levinefuneral.com S H AP I R O
Norbert Shapiro, November 12, 2021. De-
voted husband of Ruth (nee Brichto). Loving
father of Judith Silk (Murray), Sharon Lipson,
and Rena Weitz (Dr. Eliot). Beloved grand-
father of Alyson, Robyn (Jonathan), Jeremy,
Jonathan, Adam (Victoria), and Ilana (Lionel).

Dear great-grandfather of Marin, Bennett,
Joshua, London, Sydney, Noah. Funeral ser-
vices were held on November 14, 2021. Con-
tributions in his memory may be made to a
charity of the donor’s choice.

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S O ME R S
Shirley Somers (Nee Neiberg), on November
16, 2021, mother of Michelle (Stephen)
D'Alfonso and Eileen Somers Dinisio, grand-
mother of Jonathon, Justin, Alana (David) Le-
tourneau and Jared; also survived by 2 great
grandchildren. Contributions in her memory
may be made to The American Heart Assoc.

https:www.heart.org JOSEPH LEVINE and SONS
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T O U B
Marcia J. Toub, Oct. 27, 2021 of Cherry Hill,
NJ. Wife of Joel S. Toub. Mother of Barbara
Moses, Donna (Donald) Davis, Seth (Julie)
Toub and the late Eric L. Toub. Grandmother
of Erica (Evan), Stephanie, Jaclyn, Cami,
Tyler, Rylan and Ashton. Great-grandmother
of Olivia and Henry. Sister of Eilene Coleman
and Fern (Benson) Weinstock. Also survived
by nieces and nephews. Contributions can be
made to the Eric L. Toub Memorial Fund, 24
Stoney Hill Lane, Mt. Laurel, NJ 08054.

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Milton Weisman, age 97, died on Nov. 13,
2021. Husband of the late Harriet (nee
Snyder). Father of Raeus (Patrick) Cannon,
Alan Weisman and Morris (Kristen) Weis-
man. Grandfather of Adria, Ben, the late Cliff
Halseth and Hannah and Eli Weisman. Great
grandfather of Bascha McLaughlin and
Landan Halseth. Contributions in his memory
may be made to the Alzheimer's Association,
399 Market Street, Suite 250, Philadelphia,
PA 19106, www.alz.org/delval.

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