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Issie Tanzer
TANZER, Issie. It is with deepest sadness that we announce the passing of Issie, on Tuesday, September 2, 2014 at the age of eighty-four. Beloved husband of Doreen Spector and the late Gilda Rosenfeld. Cherished father and father-in-law of Harvey and Cheryl, Michael and Dawn, and Arthur. Proud and loving Papa and Zaidie of Dylan, Kyle, Gillian, Greer, Jonas, and Jessica. Predeceased by his siblings and their spouses Harry and Ettie Tanzer, Pearl and Eddie Torontow. Dearest brother-in-law of Larry and Norma Rosenfeld, the late Allan and the late Yetta Rosenfeld, Bernie and Ida Spector. Issie will be sadly missed and forever remembered by Lori Caplan and Phil Rimer, Ashley, Michael, and Andrew Leutner, his many dear friends, and by all who knew and loved him. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W., on Thursday, September 4, at 1:00 p.m. Burial at the Tifereth Beth David Jerusalem Congregation Cemetery, Tifereth Jerusalem Section, de la Savane. Shiva at his home, 5950 Cavendish Blvd., #1004, from 2:00 to 4:00 and 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. daily. Contributions in his memory may be made to the charity of your choice.
Jean Brodsky
BRODSKY, Jean (nee Tasker). Peacefully, in her ninety-fourth year, on Monday, September 1, 2014. Beloved wife and best friend of the late Avrom. Devoted mother of Susan Greenberg. Cherished grandmother of Justin Greenberg. Dear sister and sister-in-law of the late John Tasker, the late Maureen and the late Jimmy Robertson, and sister-in-law of Betty Brodsky. Jean will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved her. Special thanks to her devoted caregivers, Jennifer and Monsie, and to the 5th floor staff at Maimonides Geriatric Centre. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W., on Thursday, September 4 at 2:00 p.m. Burial at the Field of Remembrance Veteran’s Cemetery, de la Savane. Shiva at her daughter’s home, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. through Sunday evening. Donations in Jean’s memory may be made to the Donald Berman Maimonides Foundation, (514) 483-2121 ext.: 2207, or to the Children’s Wish Foundation of Canada, (514) 289-1777.
Sharon Lesser
LESSER, Sharon (née Friedlander). After a courageous battle, bravely fought for twenty-three years, on Monday, September 1, 2014, surrounded by her loving family. Beloved wife of Jim Lesser for twenty-six years. Devoted step-mother and mother-in-law of Michael and Carol, Erin Lesser and Glenn Marquis. Dear sister and sister-in-law of Jerry and Agnes Friedlander; and sister-in-law of Neil, and Bruce Lesser of Ottawa. Daughter of the late Ann and the late Max Friedlander. Cherished Grandma of Norah, and Leah Marquis. Special thanks to Dr. Lawrence Panasci and the staff of the 7th and 8th floor at the Segal Cancer Centre for their care and devotion. Sadly mourned and fondly remembered by her family and many dear friends. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. West on Thursday, September 4 at 11:00 a.m. Burial at the Yishitzer Young Men’s Section, Mount Pleasant Cemetery, Laval. Shiva at her home. Contributions in her memory may be made to the “Sharon Lesser Memorial Fund for the Segal Cancer Centre” c/o the Jewish General Hospital Foundation (514) 340-8251.
Solomon Gossack
GOSSACK, Solomon (Syl), Notary. Peacefully, on Monday, September 1, 2014. Beloved husband and soulmate of the late Annette Heller. Loving father and father-in-law of Heidi and Allen Majnemer, Jeff and Lori Gossack. Proud Zaida of Eddie and Jacklyn Majnemer; Melissa, Michelle and Amanda Gossack. Devoted brother and brother-in-law of Israel (Sunky) and Ray Gossack, PJ and the late Larry Gossack, Norma and the late Kenny Gossack, the late Corinne and the late Fred Gossack, and brother-in-law of Stephen and Arlene Heller, Manya and Jack Kugler. Shloima will be fondly remembered by his many nieces, nephews, family, colleagues and friends. The family would like to thank the doctors, nurses and specialists who had helped him through his challenging life, and the many departments of the Jewish General Hospital. Special thanks to Dr. Joe Raffoul and Nethalie Loza for their care and compassion. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W., on Thursday, September 4 at 12 noon. Burial at the Chevra Kadisha B’nai Jacob Congregation Section, Kehal Israel Cemetery, D.D.O. Shiva at his son’s home. Contribution in his memory may be made to the “Annette and Syl Gossack Memorial Fund” c/o Jewish General Hospital Foundation, (514) 340-8251.
Annie Kravitz
KRAVITZ, Annie (nee Zylberberg). With courage and dignity, after a valiant battle, on Wednesday, September 3, 2014, at the young age of sixty-four. Cherished wife of Danny. Adored mother and mother-in-law of Rob and Jill, Mark and Gray. Proud Bubbie of Saydee. Dear sister of Evelyn Zylberberg. Annie will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by her family and many friends. Special thanks to Dr. Olnay, Kim and Julie at the Notre Dame Hospital, and Dr. Lacroix at Hôtel-Dieu, all for their exceptional care and compassion. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W., on Sunday, September 7 at 11:00 a.m. Burial at the Slumber Haven Section, Kehal Israel Cemetery, D.D.O. A reception in Annie’s memory will take place at her home, following the burial. Contributions in her memory may be made to Canadian Cancer Society, (514) 255-5151.
Hazel Dunn
DUNN, Hazel (nee Wellen). Peacefully, at the age of seventy-nine on Thursday, September 4, 2014, in Florida. She was a loving wife of the late David Dunn, a mother to Betty Dunn, Cathy Berdugo and Elisa Berdugo, mother-in-law to Mordi Berdugo and Rafi Berdugo, daughter of the late Rebecca and the late Joseph Wellen, grandmother to David, Dahlia, Josh and Coty Berdugo, sister to Sybil Katz, and a wonderful aunt. Hazel lived a life full of light and happiness. She was loved by everyone. As a professional and dedicated social worker, she loved her passion for helping others. Her love for the arts inspired those around her. Her legacy of bringing joy and happiness will be forever remembered. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W., on Sunday, September 7 at 2:15 p.m. Burial at the Tifereth Beth David Jerusalem Congregation Cemetery, Beth David Section, de la Savane.
Hermina Braier
BRAIER, Hermina - Bilica (nee Zalman) Peacefully, on Wednesday, September 3, 2014, at the age of ninety-four. Beloved wife of the late Heinrich (Harry) Braier. Loving sister of the late Elca Abramovici of Israel, and the late Rozica Smerghel. Dear sister-in-law of Beatrice Braier and the late Aurel Braier. Much cherished aunt of Mona Graziani, Dan Suliteanu and the late Lillian Suliteanu, the late Liviu Abramovici, Diana and Edgard Hollander, the late Mya Ionescu. Treasured great-aunt of David Suliteanu, Edward and Kim Suliteanu, and their family. She will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by all her other nieces, nephews, and friends. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W., on Sunday, September 7 at 3:00 p.m. Burial at the Memorial Park Cemetery, de la Savane. Contributions in her memory may be made to the Canadian Magen David Adom, (514) 731-4400, or to Beit Halochem – Aid to Disabled Veterans of Israel, 1-800-355-1648.
Ilona Reichman
REICHMAN, Ilona (nee Papp). On Wednesday, September 3, 2014. Beloved wife of the late Josef. Loving mother and mother-in-law of Susan and Harvey Bucovetsky, Viola and Paul Lakatos. Cherished grandmother of Natalie and Jeffrey Isenberg; Jeffrey and Cara Bucovetsky; Peter and Monica Lakatosh, and Elliot Lakatos. Proud great-grandmother of Jordan, and Kayla Isenberg; Lexie, and Haley Bucovetsky; Justin, and Noah Lakatosh. Predeceased by her siblings and their spouses. Sister-in-law of Frances Richman. She will be sadly missed by her family and friends. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W., on Sunday, September 7 at 12:00 noon. Burial at the Beth Zion Congregation Section, Eternal Gardens Cemetery, Beaconsfield. Shiva at 5772 Westminster Ave. from 2:00 to 4:00 and 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. through Tuesday evening. Donations in her memory may be made to the Jewish General Hospital Foundation, (514) 340-8251.
Sidney (Shia) Lisak
LISAK, Sidney (Shia). On Friday, September 5, 2014. Beloved husband of the late Bella Rabin. Loving and devoted father and father-in-law of Sammy and Doreen Lisak, Tammy and Solomon Herszkowicz. Cherished grandfather of Reuben and Amy Lisak, Darren and Amy Lisak; Jeffrey and Jodi Herszkowicz, Lorne and Lisa Herszkowicz. Proud great grandfather of Brandon, Zachary, Tyler, Mackenzie, Brayden, Brooke, Kylie, Makayla, Katie, and Maya. He will be sadly missed by family and all who knew him. The family would like to thank the doctors, nurses and staff of the Maimonides Geriatric Centre, special thanks to Rabbi Michael Wolff. Funeral Service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W., on Sunday, September 7, at 12:45 p.m. Burial at the Congregation Zichron Kedoshim Cemetery, Beth Israel and Samuel Section, de la Savane. Shiva in Toronto. Donations in his memory may be made to the Donald Berman Maimonides Foundation, (514) 483-2121, ext. 2207.
Salomon Muyal
MUYAL, Salomon. Peacefully, on Wednesday, September 10, 2014. Beloved husband of Mercedes for sixty-five years. Loving father and father-in-law of Molly and Rabbi Aaron Sultan, Simon and Marysa, Miriam and Robert Hassan, Dan and Oria, Joseph and Galit, Dina and the late Richard Gabbay, Gad and Yael, Deborah and William Dahan. Salomon will be sadly missed by his many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, family and all of those whose lives he touched. The family would like to thank the doctors, nurses and staff of the Palliative Care Unit at the Jewish General Hospital for their outstanding care and compassion. Special thanks to the Rufah Ve Hessed. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W., on Wednesday, September 10 at 5:30 p.m. Burial at the Nusach Hoari Congregation Section, de la Savane. Shiva at his son Joseph’s home, prayers at the Grand Rabbinat du Quebec. Donations in his memory may be made to Grand Rabbinat du Quebec, (514) 738-1004.
Esther Brody
BRODY, Esther (nee Taran). Peacefully, on Tuesday, September 16, 2014. Beloved wife of Egon (Joe) Brody. Loving and devoted mother and mother-in-law and best friend of Douglas and Kathy Brody, Renee and Alden Stein, John and Rita Brody, and the late George Brody. Cherished ‘Bubby E.T.’ of Gillian, Courtney and Haleigh Brody; Harley and Tyler Stein; Stephanie and Mark Brody. Dear sister and sister-in-law of Abby and the late Shaindy Taran, Marlene and the late Charles Taran, and sister-in-law of Judy Brody-Feig. Daughter of the late Sonia and the late Ben Taran. Esther will be sadly missed by her nieces, nephews, family, and all of those whose lives she touched. The family would like to thank the doctors, nurses and staff of 10 Medical at the Royal Victoria Hospital for their exceptional care and compassion. Special thanks to Jennifer Charles for her love and devotion. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W., on Friday, September 19 at 12 noon. Burial at the Zichron Kedoshim Congregation Cemetery, Anshei Ukraina Section, de la Savane. Shiva at 6815 Newton St., C.S.L., from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. daily. Due to the advent of Rosh Hashanah, shiva ends Wednesday afternoon, September 24. Donations in Esther’s memory may be made to the charity of your choice.
