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Hermina Zinegyi
ZINEGYI, Hermina (née Weiszfeld). 1926 – 2015. Passed away peacefully, at home, on Saturday, April 11, 2015, at the age of eighty-eight. A Holocaust survivor, she lost all of her family in that terrible tragedy. With incredible strength, she gave unconditional love to her six children, Donny, Alex, Katherine, Eleanor, Madelaine, and the late Harry; as well as her grandchildren, Alexandra and Rebecca, who she doted on; sons-in-law, Joshua Rothstein and the late Tom Theofanis; and daughter-in-law Liette Perreault. She will be sadly missed, always in our hearts, forever in our thoughts. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W., on Monday, April 13 at 12 noon. Burial at the Gan Shalom Section, Kehal Israel Cemetery, D.D.O. Shiva strictly private.
Michael Baylin
On Friday, April 10, 2015, after a valiant struggle. Beloved husband of Cayla (Mirsky). Devoted father and father-in-law of Maxwell and Janice Baylin, Gregory and Christine Baylin, and Lisa and Moe Berghaus. Adored grandfather of Cara and Lucas Baylin, Sophia, Benjamin and Leo Baylin, and Charlie and Lola Berghaus. Dear brother and brother-in-law of Lita and Seymour Alper, John Baylin, and Linda and Kenneth Mirsky. He will be greatly missed by his nieces, nephews, and friends. Funeral service on Monday, April 13 at 1 p.m. at Chevra Kadisha Chapel, 1771 Cuba Ave., Ottawa, ON. Shiva at 2341 Georgina Dr., Ottawa ON K2B 7M6.
Della Hurwitz
Suddenly, on Sunday, April 12, 2015. Beloved daughter of Harry and the late Libby (Kahane). Cherished sister and sister-in-law of Debbie and Marty Cooper, Darla and Ian Scott of Israel. Devoted aunt of Jonathan and Michael Kizner; Ariel and Adam Scott; Harley Cooper, Casey Cooper and Eric Evdosin. Della will be greatly missed by her aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W., on Wednesday, April 15 at 12 noon. Burial at the Shaare Zion Congregation Section, Eternal Gardens Cemetery, Beaconsfield. Shiva at her sister’s home. Contributions in her memory may be made to “Libby Hurwitz Fund for Parkinson’s Research” c/o the Jewish General Hospital Foundation, (514) 340-8251.
Marc Daoudi (Daoudy)
DAOUDY, Marc. Peacefully, on Monday, April 13, 2015. Loving father and father-in-law of Patricia and Mark Meisels, Valerie and Leo Iasenza. Cherished “Papi” of Jordan, Erika, Vanessa; Leah, and David. Dear brother of Denise Cohen, Suzanne Gozlan, Jais Daoudy, Annette Wuthriche, Marcelle Haziza, Sami (Saga) Daoudy, the late Rachel Abergel. Marc will be sadly missed by Solange Cabessa, his nieces, nephews, family, many friends, and all who knew him. The family would like to thank Dr. Knecht, Line Bourgeois, and the nurses of 7NW at the Jewish General Hospital for their exceptional care and compassion. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean-Talon St. W. on Wednesday, April 15 at 3:00 p.m. Burial at the Hebrew Sick Benefit Association Cemetery, de la Savane. Shiva at his daughter Patricia’s home. Donations in his memory may be made to the “Marc Daoudy Memorial Fund for Acute Myeloid Leukemia” c/o Jewish General Hospital Foundation, (514) 340-8251.
Marvin Meyers
With grace, courage and great dignity Marvin passed away, surrounded by his loving family, on Monday, April 13, 2015. Beloved son of Mildred and Robert Meyers. Loving sweetheart of Annie Bergeron. Devoted brother of Carol (Brian Newman). Adored uncle of Robyn Fischer, Jonathan Fischer, Tova Fischer (Mike), and great-uncle of Shi’ana and Keyhmar. Dear nephew of Sandy and Phil Esar. Marvin will be fondly remembered by Annie’s children, Alexia and William. He will surely be missed by Molly. Heartfelt thanks to his many friends for their love and support. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W., on Wednesday, April 15 at 2 p.m. Burial at the Haboneh Hahofshi Section, Kehal Israel Cemetery, D.D.O. Shiva at 6500 Mackle Rd., C.S.L. Contributions in his memory may be made to the “Marvin Meyers Memorial Fund” c/o the Jewish General Hospital Foundation, (514) 340-8251.
Sydney Silverman
SILVERMAN, Sydney. Peacefully in his ninety-fifth year on Sunday, April 12, 2015, surrounded by his loving family. Most beloved husband of Anita Cohen for sixty-nine years. Adored father and father-in-law of Joni and Steven Young, Linda and Barry Zackon, the late Barry Silverman. Cherished grandfather of Blair and Lindsay Zackon, Ryan, and Brandon Zackon; Sean and Lisa Young, and Jennifer Young-Asal. Special great-grandfather of Dylan, and Cameron Young; Tyler, and Ashley Asal. Dear brother and brother-in-law of Ruth and the late Richard Kozlick, the late Marion and the late Sam Jacobson; and brother-in-law of the late Gloria and the late Hy Adelman. He will be fondly remembered by his nieces, nephews, family and friends. Heartfelt thanks to Dr. Robert Battat and wonderful nurses Eulin and Jennifer of 7 West at the Jewish General Hospital. Special thanks the entire 4th floor staff of Mount Sinai Hospital for their care and devotion. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean-Talon St. W. on Wednesday, April 15 at 1:00 p.m. Burial at the Beth Ora Congregation Section, Kehal Israel Cemetery, D.D.O. Shiva at his home through Sunday evening. Contributions in his memory may be made to the “Anita and Sydney Silverman Fund” c/o the Mount Sinai Hospital Foundation, (514) 369-2222, ext. 1299.
Nathan Rubin
RUBIN (SHUSTRIN), Nathan. Peacefully, on Tuesday, April 14, 2015. Beloved husband of the late Rose Albert. Devoted father and father-in-law of William (Velvel) and Sandra, Sharalyn and Norman. Cherished Zaidie of Sean, Michael and Laure, Rebecca and Kris. Proud “Big Zaidie” of Alexander, Avraham, and Aiden. Dear brother and brother-in-law of the late Jenny and the late Bernard Soifer, and the late Molly Spitzer. Son of the late Morris and the late Esther. Nat was born in Saint Catherines, Ontario, and was a veteran of World War II. He will be sadly missed by Phil Soifer, Naomi Blitz and by his other nieces, nephews, family and friends. Special thanks to Becky, Eden, Mary Ann, and Mona. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean-Talon St. W. on Thursday, April 16 at 2:00 p.m. Burial at the Hebrew Sick Benefit Association Cemetery, de la Savane. Shiva at the Manoir Montefiore from 10 a.m. to to 9:00 p.m. Contributions in his memory may be made to Young Israel of Chomedey, (450) 681-2571.
Bluma Brodziak
BRODZIAK, Bluma. (1924-2015). Passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 15, 2015 at her home in Toronto, Canada. Beloved wife of the late Israel Brodziak. Loving mother and mother- in-law of Dr. Helene Brodziak and Jack Kugelmass. Dear sister and sister-in-law of the late Elek Feldstain, Genek Feldstain, Wladek and Marisza Feldstain, Idek Feldstain, and Esther Devora Feldstain. Devoted grandmother of Karen and Sarah, Paul and Laura, and dear great- grandmother of Owen, and Elise. Loving aunt of Rita and Zev Wanderer of Israel, and Henry and Debbie Feldstain of Montreal. With thanks and gratitude to those who cared for her through her life and in her last years and hours. At Holy Blossom Temple, 1950 Bathurst Street (south of Eglinton) for service on Friday, April 17th at 1:00 p.m. Interment in the Holy Blossom Temple section of Pardes Shalom Cemetery. Shiva at 701 Sheppard Avenue W., # 513 with visits in the afternoons and evenings. Memorial donations may be made to the "Bluma Brodziak Memorial Fund" c/o The Benjamin Foundation, 3429 Bathurst Street, M6A 2C3, 416-780-0324 or at www.benjamins.ca.
Helen Sadovnick
On Tuesday, April 14, 2015, in Montreal. Beloved mother of Hal and the late Howard Spungin. Dear mother-in-law of Janice Pleet. Cherished Bubbie of Jonah Spungin. Predeceased by her siblings, Jack, David, and Sarah. Special thanks to Maggie and the staff of Mount Sinai for their exceptional care. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W., Friday, April 17 at 11:00 a.m. Burial at the Baron de Hirsch Cemetery, de la Savane.
Morris Krupka
Peacefully, at the Royal Victoria Hospital, on Wednesday, April 15, 2015, at the age of eighty-two. Beloved father and father-in-law of Cary and Emily, Gary and Mieke. He will be fondly remembered by Lois Krupka. Cherished grandpa of Serena, Conrad, and Annika. Dearest brother and brother-in-law of Roz and the late Sam Krupka, Carrie and the late Martin Krupka. Morris will be deeply missed by his family and friends. The family would like to thank the doctors, nurses and staff of the Sacré Cœur and Royal Victoria Hospitals for their tremendous care and support. Graveside service on Friday, April 17 at 1:00 p.m. at the Young Israel of Chomedey Congregation Section, Mount Pleasant Cemetery, Duvernay. Contributions in his memory may be made to the charity of your choice.
Anne Berkowitz
BERKOWITZ, Anne (née Bernstein). Peacefully in Toronto, with her son by her side, on Thursday, April 16, 2015, in her ninety-seventh year. Wife of the late Leo Berkowitz. Devoted mother and mother-in-law of Simon and Linda Berkowitz, Yona and Hershel Payne. Cherished grandmother of Lee, and Amy Berkowitz; Daphna, Tova, and Fraidel Payne. Special thanks to Anne’s caregiver, Jamie Fastidio for her love and devotion over the last three and a half years. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W., on Sunday, April 19 at 11 a.m. Burial at the Memorial Park Cemetery, de la Savane. Shiva at 125 rue Laporte, D.D.O., Sunday from 1 to 6 p.m.
