obituaries
BELKIN JUDITH “Judy”, Warminster, PA,
age 86, passed on September 21,
2022. She was the daughter of the
late Frances and Harry Belkin. She
was preceded in death by her sis-
ters Natalie Lockstein and Naomi
Bernstein. She was the cherished
aunt of Ellen (the late Randy) Turk,
Sheryl (Mike) Cohen, Arnie (Sta-
cy) Lockstein, Debbie (Bob) Arditi
and Howie (Marla) Lockstein. She
was adored by 11 great nieces and
nephews and 13 great-great nieces
and nephews.

JOSEPH LEVINE & SONS
www.levinefuneral.com BIEBER
RALPH J., age 91, passed away on
9/23/2022. Caring husband of Ev-
lyn (nee Freedman). Loving father
of Michael (Renate) and Joshua
Bieber. Devoted grandfather of Kurt
(Amber), Rebecca (Avram), and
Julia (Quinn). Funeral services are
private. Contributions in his mem-
ory may be made to Old York Road
Temple Beth Am, www.oyrtbetham.

org, or Jewish Federation of Greater
Philadelphia, www.jewishphilly.org.

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BROOKS HARRIET (nee Kapp) on Septem-
ber 25, 2022. Wife of the late Al-
lan. Mother of Lori (Michael) Balis,
Barbara (Gary) Bender and Nicole
(Michael) Deorio. Grandmother
of Mitchell Bender, Drew (Jaime)
Balis, Ilyse Bender, Daniel Balis,
Michael Deorio, Francesca Deorio
and Alexandra Deorio. Contribu-
tions in her memory may be made
to a charity of the donor’s choice.

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JAY H., Esq., of Gwynedd Valley,
Pa, died September 20, 2022 at
the age of 76. Jay is survived by
his wife, Sherry (nee Weiner); Chil-
dren, Amy Ginsburg, Melanie (Stu-
art) Furjanic, Matthew B. (Emily)
Ginsburg, Alexander Ginsburg, and
Reid (Emily) Ginsburg; Grandchil-
dren, Michael, Emily, Allison, Jess,
Ian, Julianna, Hanna and Ethan;
and brothers Bruce and Donald.

He is also survived by his beloved
Australian Labradoodle, Melba. He
was predeceased by his children
Justin Ginsburg and Randall Fed-
ner. Born in Philadelphia in 1946
to Paul and Evelyn Ginsburg, Jay
grew up in Mt. Airy and later Chel-
tenham, Pa. As a youth he was in-
volved in the Boy Scouts, Civil Air
Patrol and later developed a love of
high-performance cars. He enjoyed
spending time with his best friend,
Murray Margolis, tinkering with
their cars, particularly Jay’s “Sea-
foam Green” 1958 Corvette, which
he cherished. In his teenage years
he developed a passion for music
and sang with several doo-wop
groups during that time. In college
he was involved with the R.O.T.C.

and loved to share stories with his
children of his adventures from that
period. Jay received his Bache-
lor’s and Master’s degree from the
Department of Political Science
of Temple University in 1969 and
1971 respectively. He participated
in the Oriental Studies program
at the University of Pennsylvania
in 1968 and 1969, and received
a doctorate from the University of
Sarasota in 1976. He Graduated
from the Delaware Law School of
Widener University in 1988. Subse-
quently, he taught Political Science,
History and International Relations
at Penn State Abington Campus
and Montgomery County Commu-
nity College. Jay began his profes-
sional career in real estate with his
father Paul Ginsburg. After several
years, he decided to continue his
education by pursuing a law de-
gree from Delaware Law School.

From there, he followed what would
become his calling for the next 34
years. He began his legal career
taking court appointments, and
representing children in dependen-
cy matters. In 1993, after gaining
the admiration and respect of the
Court, he was appointed as Interim
Juvenile Master assigned to hear
Juvenile Delinquency and Truancy
matters for the Philadelphia Family
Court. He also served as a Spe-
cial Master in several civil litigation
matters for the Philadelphia Court
of Common Pleas. On advice from
his beloved mentor, the late Honor-
able Nicholas Cipriano, he decided
to pursue a specialty in the area of
adoption law. The self-proclaimed
“adoption advocate”, he created a
niche law practice. Over the span
of his storied carrier, he represent-
ed thousands of individuals in their
pursuit of adopting a child, and
assisting children in finding their
“forever family”. He was beloved
and respected in his field, receiving
numerous awards and commenda-
tions throughout his storied career.

He freely shared his knowledge of
the law, often lecturing at schools,
before social workers and agen-
cies, offering comments to the
media and appearing on television
on several occasions. He regularly
received telephone calls, postcards
and letters from former clients,
updating him on the recent devel-
opments in their child’s life. His
work gave him purpose and gave
him great pride and joy. Even in
his final days, he was taking calls
from clients from his hospital bed,
answering questions and offering
them words of encouragement and
reassurance. He loved the law,
loved serving others and loved
children. Jay loved spending time
with his beloved wife of 38 years,
his children and his grandchildren,
summers at his shore house in
Ventnor, NJ, collecting and reading
books about the law and history,
particularly the Magna Carta and
Constitution, gummy bears, coffee
ice cream, classical music and Brit-
ish mystery shows. He was Presi-
dent of the Philadelphia Flag Day
Association and Past President
Grand Lodge of PA Sons & Daugh-
ters of Italy- Greater Roxborough
Lodge #2217. He was known by
all for his humor, infectious laugh,
dapper style, signature mustache
and warm presence. Donations
in his memory may be made to
Montgomery Child Advocacy Proj-
ect, 409 Cherry St, Norristown PA
19401. “Pay heed to the little one
that holds thy hand…For this is the
task of mankind.” The Epic of Gil-
gamesh GOLDSTEINS’ ROSENBERG’S
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HARRIS MARVIN L., 94 of Prineville, OR,
formerly of Philadelphia, son of
the late Rose and Cecil. husband
of the late Connie, brother of Es-
ther Lindner, uncle of Carol Dennis
and Steven Lindner, great uncle of
Michelle Delawder and sons Rhys
and Logan, and Melissa Lewicki
and children Gabriel and Violet,
and 1st and 2nd cousins. Marvin
was a graduate of Central High
School and Temple University. He
also served in the U.S. Army. Many
years ago he launched a success-
ful lumber business in Prineville
and he and his wife, Connie, trav-
eled the world. Interment was in
Roosevelt Cemetery. The family
would appreciate any contributions
in his memory be made to your fa-
vorite charity.

GOLDSTEINS’ ROSENBERG’S
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OCTOBER 6, 2022 | JEWISHEXPONENT.COM
DAVID HARRY-On September 24,
2022. He was 79 years old. Beloved
husband of Donna Renee (nee Bis-
now); loving father of Shawn (Lori)
Orenstein, and Shari Orenstein.

Beloved Gramps to Dylan, Tayden,
Kylie and Ryder; Beloved Beat to
Jared. Son of the late Gerson and
Celia Orenstein; brother of the late
Stanton Orenstein. Contributions
in his memory may be made to a
charity of the donor’s choice.

GOLDSTEINS’ ROSENBERG’S
RAPHAEL-SACKS www.goldsteinsfuneral.com
RASKE LILLIAN T. (nee Skiba) on Sep-
tember 21, 2022. Beloved wife of
the late Gerald Lawrence; Loving
mother of Carol Raske Warshaw
and the late Michael Raske; Moth-
er-in-law of Cindy Raske; Dear
sister 0f Michael Skiba (Phyliss);
Devoted grandmother of Sarah,
Lauren, Justin (Kelsey), and Dani.

Contributions in her memory may
be made to American Heart Asso-
ciation, PO Box 840692, Dallas, TX
75284, www.heart.org
GOLDSTEINS’ ROSENBERG’S
RAPHAEL-SACKS www.goldsteinsfuneral.com
MIRMAN ROSE (nee Apple); Beloved wife
of the late Nathan; Loving mother
of Merrill Mirman (Carole Lee) and
Martin Mirman; Dear sister of Mil-
dred Serody. She was very active
in Hadassah and was past presi-
dent of the Delaware Co. Chapter
She was also active in ORT. She
received a citation from former
President Nixon’s wife Pat for her
service as a volunteer in the Red
Cross Operation Find during the
Vietnam War.

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SAFT September 15, 2022. Stephen R.

Saft, 68, passed away after a hero-
ic five-year battle with prostate can-
cer. A dynamic leader in the appar-
el industry, as well as an advocate
for the developmentally disabled,
Steve’s lifelong leadership and
friendships will be missed through-
out the community. In private life,
Steve was a wonderful husband,
father, grandfather, son, brother,
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wife Ellyn shared a true partnership
for 41 years, while also sharing their
delight, devotion, and closeness
with daughter Lauren, son Jona-
than, and precious granddaughter
Margot. Saft is survived by his wife
Ellyn Golder Saft, daughter Lauren
Saft Hanulec (Steve), son Jona-
than Saft, granddaughter Margot
Cynthia Hanulec, and father-in-law
Robert Golder. Services and inter-
ment were held Sunday Sept. 18.

The family respectfully requests
that contributions in memory of
Stephen Saft be made to JCHAI
(jchai.org). JOSEPH LEVINE & SONS
www.levinefuneral.com SCHIFF
SAMUEL-On September 23, 2022.

Beloved husband of Janice (ne
Abel) for 49 years. Devoted father
of David Schiff (Maria) and Lou
Schiff. Loving grandfather of Ari-
anna, Connor, and Courtney. Mr.

Schiff was a proud veteran, serving
in the US Navy for 4 years. He was
a lifelong Phillies fan and diehard
long-time fan of “The Boss.” Con-
tributions in his memory may be
made to the American Heart Asso-
ciation or the Jewish War Veterans.

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SHAPIRO MARK, DMD, Ph.D, formerly of PA,
passed away on September 20, 2022
at his home in CA after a brief illness
at the age of 87. Beloved husband of
Alice (Berger) for 56 years, sister of
Sheila (Dr. Robert) Kessler, brother
of Joel E. (z”l), father of Jeffrey (Lara)
Shapiro, Michael (Melissa) Shapiro.

Loving grandfather of Mara Shapiro,
Leah Shapiro and Ariel Schreiman.

Mark was a proud graduate of Cen-
tral HS class of 198, Temple Uni-
versity and Temple Dental School.

After dental school he enlisted in
the Air Force as a Captain serving
1958 to 1960. Several years later
after obtaining a fellowship to Drex-
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extended family were always very
important to him. Mark served as
President of Ohev Shalom of Bucks
County 1986-1988 and always took
pride in the Jewish religion. He loved
cruising with Alice taking 37 cruises
together. After working many years
in toxicology research Mark retired at
75. He had many hobbies and was
never bored. He was looked up to
by many who knew him as he had a
wealth of knowledge on almost any
topic. His family and friends admired
his wisdom and humility. Mark was a
good friend to many people and will
forever be missed. Donations to the
National Kidney Foundation at www.

kidney.org will be appreciated.

THELMA RUBIN (nee Waldman) Septem-
ber 23, 2022, at age 92, of Media,
PA; beloved wife of the late Leon-
ard; loving mother of Bruce Ru-
bin (Elizabeth), Mark Rubin and
the late Steven Rubin; cherished
grandmother of Isobel, Beatrice,
Zach and Seth Rubin. Services are
private. Contributions in Thelma’s
memory may be made to University
of the Arts (uarts.edu)
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