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B E R L I N
Jeffrey B. Berlin PhD, passed away peace-
fully at home on Thursday, June 24, 2021
surrounded by his family. He will always be
known as a beloved husband, father, and
Opa, as well as an internationally-acclaimed
scholar and educator, whose courage and
persistence in the face of an ongoing debilit-
ating disease made him an inspiration to all
who knew him. The writer and editor of hun-
dreds of journal articles and 10 scholarly
books translated into multiple languages, Dr.

Berlin was a sought-after authority on Exile
literature whose access and insight into the
correspondence of German-Jewish authors
of the time portrayed, among other import-
ant themes, the struggles and determination
of those living under, escaping from, and
daring to speak out against the Nazi regime.

His piercing intellectual curiosity, combined
with a delightful, if somewhat off-beat sense
of humor, made him engaging company to
family, friends, and colleagues from many
nations. He was greatly loved and will be
dearly missed by Anne, his wife of 48 years,
his children Sam (Tara) Berlin and Rachel
(Michael) Moir, grandchildren Fiona and Re-
illy Berlin, brother Michael, granddog Luna,
and a host of loving family members and
friends around the world. Contributions in his
memory can be made to the ADL at
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B I R G E R - BR A Y
Hadar Birger-Bray (nee Birger) on August 26,
2021. Beloved wife of Melanie (nee Bray);
Loving mother of Emma and Jason; Devoted
daughter of Ronit and David Birger; Dear sis-
ter of Alon (Ayelet Shaked) Birger, Yael
(Rainer Krause) Birger and Gal (Noy) Birger.

Contributions in her memory may be made to
Oley Foundation, www.oley.org or to Darchei
Noam, www.darcheipa.org
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G L A U S E R
On August 30, 2020, the world lost a one-of-
a-kind man, Joel Louis Glauser. He was a lov-
ing and devoted husband, father, grandfather,
brother, uncle, friend and accountant.

However, his greatest success was how he
loved his family. There is not a day that goes
by that Joel is not missed. People like to say
that Joel was “larger than life” and had a
“heart of gold”. He was a successful busi-
nessman and problem-solver. He treated all
of his clients and friends as if they were his
extended family. Joel is survived by his wife
of 40 years, Marcy Glauser; his children,
Jerry, Michael, Brian (Audra), and Jennifer;
his grandchildren, Levi and Noah; his broth-
er and sister-in-law, Gary and Shari Glauser;
and his sister-in-law and brother-in-law,
Hope and David Schaefer.

H O F F M A N
Benjamin Hoffman, on August 25, 2021. Be-
loved husband of Betty (nee Cheslow). De-
voted father of Neil Hoffman (Hedy), Sherry
Schwartz (Glenn), and Elyse Kenny (Michael).

Loving grandfather of Melissa Korenstein,
Joshua Hoffman (Nicole), Jamie Anderson
(Art), Jordan Auerbach, Randy Kenny
(Gabby), Ashley Kenny (Juxhin), and Noah
Kenny. Loving great grandfather of Allison,
Rebecca, Ella, Hailey, Nathan, Madelyn, Vivi-
enne, and Blake. Contributions in his memory
may be made to American Tinnitus Associ-
ation www.ata.org or Susan G Komen for the
Cure www.komenphiladelphia.org
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F O R M A N
Ruth Forman (Lovenstein) age 79 of Cler-
mont, FL on August 23, 2021. Beloved wife
of Jay Forman. Devoted mother of Wendy
(Larry) Iocco of Oviedo, FL and Michael
(Rona) Forman of York Springs, PA. Loving
grandmother of Ryan (Melissa), Robert
(Dayna), Rebecca, Brianna, and Charlotte.

Great grandmother to Jacob. Survived by
James (Shelly) Lovenstein, Bonnie and Carl
Freedman. Memorial service at Chelten Hills
Cemetery for immediate family.

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Michele Shoshanah Knoll (nee Burd)
Our sweet, kind and beautiful daughter sadly
passed away from aggressive forms of Cer-
vical-Uterine Cancer on 7/8/2020. She was
only 35 years old. Michele is predeceased by
her maternal grandmother, Helen J. Miller
and her paternal grandfather, Clarence M.

Burd. Michele is survived by her parents,
Randi M and William C. Burd, maternal
grandfather Stephen A. Miller and paternal
grandmother Wilma E. Burd, brother Jonath-
an Burd, husband Edward Knoll III, 4 chil-
dren, Cody, Tyler, Haley and Micah. Also,
many aunts, uncles, cousins and dear, dear
friends. She is sorely missed. Michele went
to college for elementary education due to
her love for children and teaching. She then
decided to stay home and raise her 4 beauti-
ful children herself. We were so very proud of
everything about her. Kindness to all, even
when undeserved. A sweet nature which
made her loved by everyone she touched.

She was an animal activist and went on to
adopt many cats who she treated as her own
babies. She wanted dogs one day when she
had a bigger place. A top floor condominium
was rough to raise children and attend to a
dog at the same time. She and I, her Mother,
were best friends. We had fun together. From
watching movies, talking about anything and
everything, to lunches out together. Thanks-
giving was always the best holiday for us.

We'd cook, laugh, enjoy our precious time to-
gether, and then feed the family. She had a
soft place in her heart for her Daddy, Bill.

From the moment she was born she was
Daddy's little girl. His perfect princess. They
never missed a father-daughter dance, hugs,
laughter. She shared the same sense of hu-
mor as her father. He penned the term PLPP
for our Michele. ( pretty little pink princess )
We never, ever left each other without saying
I love you and a huge hug. Michele was loved
and now she is loved and missed. My hus-
band and I will never get over losing our
daughter. Cries daily are normal for us.

Thinking of her favorite things, smiling at her
video's and pictures. She was truly a terrific
mother who did everything for her children.

They miss her every day and it's easy to see.

RIP Angel........until we meet again. 5/2/1985-
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Marilyn Leibowitz (nee Linsky) Aug. 19,
2021. She was the wife of the late Edmund J.

Leibowitz, CPA, the mother of Dr. Beth
Leibowitz (Dr. Nathan Goldin), and Dr. Keith
(Kathleen) Leibowitz, sister of Harvey Linsky
and grandmother of Michael, Andrea, Seth,
Robert and Elizabeth. She is also survived by
her 10 great grandchildren. Marilyn was a re-
tired medical technician at Abington Memori-
al Hospital. Condolences and Contributions at
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M A IT I N
Dr. David L. Maitin (1930-2021) was born
and raised in Philadelphia, the youngest of 3
sons born to Ruth and Isaac Maitin. He was
the dearly loved husband of Norma Segal
(Felder) and the late Ann Maitin
(Cooperman). Dave was a superior academic
student who graduated from Simon Gratz
High School, first in his class and valedictori-
an. He earned a Doctor of Optometry degree
from the Pennsylvania College of Optometry
and a degree in education from Temple Uni-
versity. He practiced dual careers for 26
years as the Science Department Chairman at
Beck Junior High in Cherry Hill until 1986,
after which time he focused on his optomet-
ric practice. Dave met Norma at a bereave-
ment group, the surprising fact that Norma's
late husband had the identical two careers
and attended the same two colleges. It
brought them together in a relationship that
lasted for 25 years. Dave and Norma had a
beautiful marriage. They travelled extensively
in Europe and Israel and wintered in Florida
for many years. Each meal that Norma pre-
pared received his compliments and he was
the official kitchen patrol in cleaning up. He
was a partner in choosing all the furniture in
the two homes which they maintained. Luck-
ily their taste was compatible. His 3 children
and 7 grandsons were his ultimate joy. They
were close to each other and to him from
childhood until his passing. Their accom-
plishments gave him great pride. Lori
Raichilson (Steven), Ryan (Natalie), Scott
(Jacklyn), Adam (Alex), Dr. Ian Maitin
(Pamela), Maxwell, Asher, Brenda (Dr. Scott)
Cohen, Joshua & Avery. The arrival of 2
great-grandchildren was the supreme gift
(Joanna & Isaac). Dave also acquired
Norma's family members whom he loved.

The Dodies and Tabakin families and Helene
Felder. Funeral Services were held at Platt
Memorial Chapel, Cherry Hill, NJ. Contribu-
tions in his memory may be made to The
Parkinson's Foundation or Voorhees Animal
Association. Constance Matz (Connie), of Audubon, PA,
formerly of Gulph Mills, Age 86, died peace-
fully on August 22, 2021. She was prede-
ceased by her husband, Merton (Bud) Matz
and her daughter, Lisa. She was an excep-
tionally devoted wife and mother. Connie was
born in Philadelphia to parents, Sarah (nee
Rudolph) and Joseph Miller. She grew up in
Roanoke Virginia and moved back to Phil-
adelphia in her twenties to live and work as a
paralegal in a law firm where she met her
husband. Connie is survived by a brother in
North Carolina, her devoted cousins and
many good friends who adored her. She will
always be remembered for her cuteness,
kindness, style, and great sense of humor.

She brought much joy to everyone who knew
her. Contributions in her memory may be
made to a charity of the donor’s choice.

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S H A CH T E R W E I S S
Dr. Jaqueline Shachter Weiss (nee Nelson),
age 95, passed away August 19, 2021. Be-
loved wife of Dr. George H. Weiss; loving
mother of Sherry Shachter, Ross Shachter,
Scott Shachter (Lisa), and Steve Weiss (Ju-
lie); adoring grandmother of Sophie, Arianna,
Naomi, Simon, and Julian; and dear sister of
Philip Nelson and the late Jewell Ray. For
decades, Jackie Weiss was an acclaimed pro-
fessor of Early Elementary Education at
Temple University: teaching people how to
become teachers, with a focus on reading.

She also specialized in teaching college stu-
dents who would be facing bi-lingual Span-
ish/English classrooms. She is also the au-
thor of several renowned books on the sub-
ject of teaching children's literature. Contri-
butions in her memory may be made to a
charity of your choice.

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W E I N R AC H
Melvin J Weinrach passed Friday, August
20 th , at the age of 94. He is survived by his
son Jeff, his sister Charlotte, his grandchil-
dren Sara and Carrie, and 5 greatgrandchil-
dren. He’s predeceased by his wife, Libby
(married more than 70 years) and his daugh-
ter Rhona.

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