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Molly Berliner
BERLINER, Molly (nee Dubrofsky). On Tuesday, September 16, 2014, at Baycrest Apotex in Toronto. Beloved wife of the late Morris. Devoted mother and mother-in-law of Suzanne and Nat Tepper, Laura and Jake Eisenwasser. Cherished grandmother of Sherri and Larry Cafritz, Stephen and Shari Tepper, Jamie Tepper and Tammy Lindover; Shana and Tim Birely, and Michael Eisenwasser. Loving great-grandmother of Daniel, Ryan and Jeremy Cafritz; Jordan, Noah and Ethan Tepper; Ben and Rebecca Tepper; Morgan and Adam Birely. Predeceased by her dear siblings, Harry and Reuben Dubrofsky, and Sylvia Marcus. Graveside service on Friday, September 19 at 1:45 p.m., at the Zichron Kedoshim Congregation Cemetery, Beth Israel & Samuel Section, de la Savane. Shiva private in Toronto and Chicago. Contributions in her memory may be made to the Israel Emergency Fund c/o Federation CJA, (514) 345-2645 ext.: 6460.
William Adelman
Peacefully, after a long illness, on Wednesday, September 17, 2014. Beloved husband of Evelyn Freedman. Dear father and father-in-law of Sharon, Allan and Sabrina Adelman. Proud grandfather of Clifford and Sara (Miller) Adelman, Jillian and Mark Lebovits. Loving brother of Sam and Marcia Adelman, and the late Bess. Brother-in-law of Judy and Moe Birenbaum. Son of the late Max and the late Mary Adelman. Sadly missed and remembered by his loving nieces and nephews. Proud member of the Canadian Legion. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W., on Friday, September 19 at 11 a.m. Burial at the Montreal Workers’ Circle Cemetery, de la Savane. Shiva at his home, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. daily. Due to the advent of Rosh Hashanah, shiva ends Wednesday afternoon, September 24. Contributions in William’s memory may be made to the Dialysis Unit c/o the Jewish General Hospital Foundation, (514) 340-8251.
Alan Regenstreif
REGENSTREIF, Alan. Suddenly, on Wednesday September 17, 2014 at the age of forty-nine. Devoted father of Benji. Dear brother and brother-in-law of Mortimer and Sylvia, Gary and Karelys, and the late Jeffrey. Son of the late Nina Boniuk and the late Saul Regenstreif, and special son of the late Leoda Rondeau. Alan will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by his nieces, nephews, family and many friends and colleagues. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W., on Tuesday September 23, at 11:00 a.m. Burial at the Mount Royal Cemetery, Mount Murray Section, 1297 chemin de la Foret, Outremont. Shiva strictly private. Contributions in his memory may be made to the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation of Canada, (800) 387-1479, ext. 237.
Albert Shahin
SHAHIN, Albert. Peacefully at home on Sunday, September 21, 2014, surrounded by people who cherished him. Dear husband of Sylvia Akairib, who, for 54 years, built a family with him, loved him, and cared for him when he needed it most. Devoted father and father-in-law of Rita Shahin and Allan Esser, Mike Shahin and Gail Mitchell. Loving grandfather of Adrian, Kayla, Daniel and Tong. Son of the late Menashe and the late Regina. Dear brother-in-law and brother of Violet and the late Naji, Daisy and the late Shoua, Mary and the late Joe, Evelyn and the late Anwar, Shoshana and the late Fouad, the late Louise and the late Nazem; brother-in-law of Alice and the late Naim Dabora, Ferial Akairib, Meir Akairib, and the late Amal Akairib Hardoon. As the last of seven brothers, Albert’s death marks the end of an era for his family. He will be fondly remembered by numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and relatives whose lives he touched. In his mid-20s, Albert left his birthplace of Nasriah, Iraq, for a new life in Canada, where he established his own firm, building his business on respect and trust, and working until his final days. His entrepreneurial success allowed him to take care of his family, his life’s greatest accomplishment. Albert and Sylvia faced their challenges together and, over the years, built a deep and abiding love. His pride in and generosity toward his cherished children was boundless. Albert was deeply respected by members of his tight-knit community, his business associates and friends. He will remain forever in our hearts. The family would like to express deep gratitude to the health-care angels who cared for Albert and never failed to lift his spirits; nurses Carole, Kathy, Giovanna and Christine; Doctors Gruber, Ofiara, Borod and Towers; caregivers Gina and Lysel; and many others. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean-Talon St. W., on Tuesday, September 23, at 1:45 pm. Burial at the Spanish & Portuguese Congregation Cemetery, 1250 chemin de la Forêt, Outremont. Shiva at the Spanish & Portuguese Synagogue, 4894 St. Kevin, Montreal; services at 6:30 p.m. in Lawee Hall on Tuesday evening only. Due to Rosh Hashanah, Shiva ends Wednesday morning. Contributions in Albert’s memory may be to the Mount Sinai Hospital Home Care Palliative Program c/o the Mount Sinai Hospital Foundation, (514) 369-2222 ext. 1299, or to NOVA Montreal Palliative Care Program, (514) 866-6801.
Sara Suzanne Merton Neher
MERTON NEHER, Sara Suzanne (nee Teichner). Peacefully, on Saturday, September 20, 2014. Beloved wife of Howard Neher and the late Ronald Merton. Devoted mother and mother-in-law of Harold, Marion and Laurie Weingarten. Cherished grandma of Ron and Stephanie Fishman, and Rachelle Fishman. Proud great-grandmother of Brandon. Suzanne will be sadly missed Frida, Jason, and by all who knew and loved her. Special thanks to Dr. Lawrence Panasci for his kindness, care and devotion. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W., on Tuesday, September 23 at 1:00 p.m. Burial at the Knights of Pythias Section, Mount Pleasant Cemetery, Duvernay. Shiva at to be announced. Due to the advent of Rosh Hashanah, shiva ends Wednesday afternoon. Donations in her memory may be made to the Dr. Lawrence Panasci Research Fund (1160-8689) c/o the Jewish General Hospital Foundation, (514) 340-8251.
Édouard Douek
Peacefully, surrounded by his loving family, on Monday, September 22, 2014, in his ninety-ninth year. Sadly mourned by his wife Nina Cohen and by his children, Joyce Douek and Brian Glazer, Monique and Steve Gross, Steve and Helen Douek. He will be sadly missed by his sister Cely Schouela and sisters-in-law, Denise, Frida, Bacci and Huguette Douek, and by his grandchildren, Tara and Can Cakim, Brahm and Emilie Mauer, Lauren and Jason Ehrlich, and Alexi Douek. Predeceased by his sister Sophie and sister-in-law Renee Douek, brother-in-law Ezekiel Schouela, and brothers, Bension, Leon, Albert, Henri and Elie Douek. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean-Talon St. W., on Wednesday, September 24 at 11:45 a.m. Burial at Congregation Beth-El Section, Eternal Gardens Cemetery, Beaconsfield. Due to the onset of Rosh Hashanah, shiva ends Wednesday afternoon.
Albert Simony
Albert Simony’s family, his daughter Emmanuelle, his brother Maurice and his family, his sister Esther and her husband Jean-Pierre Amiel, are sad to announce the passing of Albert Simony on Monday, September 22, 2014, in Montreal. Those who crossed his path, whether parents or friends, remember his strokes and heart of his shots chips, his presence, his curiosity and his tenderness, his memorable delays ... as well as the smoke of his cigarettes. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W., Montreal, on Wednesday, September 24 at 11 a.m. Burial at the Independent Hebrew Cemetery, de la Savane.
Albert Sheiner
SHEINER, Albert. On Thursday, September 18, in his ninety-eighth year. Beloved husband of Ruth Wise. Loving father of Robin Schaffer (Alan), Ellen Moss (Joel), Gordon Sheiner (Lise), and Jamie Sheiner (Craig). Cherished “Papa” of Mandy (Jeff), Chava (Daniel), Yitzhak (Juanita), Emanuel (Adina), Noah (Naomi), Josh (Gal), Kasumi (Shane), Eli, Julian, Laura (Donato), and Brie. Proud great-grandfather of fourteen great-grandchildren. Dear brother and brother-in-law of Yetta and the late Sydney; and brother-in-law of Sydney and Cecile Wise, the late Sam Wise and the late Anne Fisher. Devoted son of the late Emanuel Sheiner and the late Rose Sheiner. He was greatly loved and will be sadly missed by all who knew him. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W., on Friday, September 19, at 1:00 p.m. Burial at the Montreal Workers’ Circle Association Section, Kehal Israel Cemetery, D.D.O. Shiva at his daughter Ellen’s home; due to the advent of Rosh Hashanah, Shiva ends Wednesday morning. Contributions in his memory may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, (514) 255-5151.
David Tencer
TENCER, David. Peacefully, in St. Andrews, New Brunswick, on Thursday, September 18, 2014 in his eighty-second year, with his loving wife by his side. Son of the late Morris and the late Anya Tencer. Brother of Jack (Beverley), and Allan (Signe) and their families. David leaves to mourn his wife Glenys, his daughter Elyce (Danny), and his son Kenneth. Papa will be deeply missed by his adored grandchildren Marc, and Sara Minogue; and Laura, Tommy, and Sofia Tencer. David was born and raised in Montreal and graduated from McGill University with a Bachelor of Commerce and enjoyed many successful years as an entrepreneur. He served on several Boards and was an accomplished equestrian with the Montreal Hunt. David’s greatest passion in life was spending time with his wife, children and grandchildren especially at his seaside home. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W., on Sunday, September 21, at 1:00 p.m. Burial at the Congregation Shaar Hashomayim Cemetery, 1250 chemin de la Forêt, Outremont. Shiva at Elyce and Danny Minogue’s home, from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. daily, through Tuesday September 23. Contributions in David's memory may be made to the Charlotte County Hospital Foundation, 4 Garden Street, St. Stephen, New Brunswick, E3L 2L9, (506) 465-4433.
Faye Amdursky
AMDURSKY, Faye (née Zasloff). On Tuesday, September 23, 2014. Beloved wife of the late Harry. Loving mother and mother-in-law of Raisie and Simon Jacobson, David and Ellen Amdursky. Cherished grandmother of Debbie and Adam, Cheryl and Scott, Brian and Elana, Samantha and Marc, Robert and Becky. Proud great-grandmother of Gabriel, Madelyn, Samantha, Benjamin, Abigail, Andie, and Jules. Dear sister and sister-in-law of Ethel and the late Ruby Zasloff, Molly and the late Joe Joseph, Esther and Allan Zinman; and sister-in-law of Abe and the late Reay Amdursky, Reva and the late Cecil Labow, the late Moe Amdursky, the late Hilda and the late Nathan Lackman. The family wishes to thank the doctors and staff of 4-West at Maimonides Geriatric Centre for their exceptional care. Special thanks to Faye’s best-friend and angel, Zinny, for her many years of compassion. Graveside service on Wednesday, September 24, at 3:00 p.m. at the Chevra Kadisha B’nai Jacob Congregation Cemetery, Berri Street. Due to the advent of Rosh Hashanah, there will be no Shiva. Contributions in her memory may be made to the “Harry and Faye Amdursky Memorial Fund” c/o the Donald Berman Maimonides Foundation, (514) 483-2121, ext. 2207. Arrangements entrusted to Paperman & Sons.
Jean Bercovitch
BERCOVITCH, Jean (née Strulovitch). On Monday, September 22, 2014. Loving wife of the late Max. Devoted and adoring mother of Gloria and Wally Sacks, Iona and Marvin Redler. Cherished grandmother of Jordan and Sari, Michael and Debbie, Clifford and Lara, Amanda and Adam, Noah, and Josh. Proud great-grandmother of Maya, Kayla, Alex, Sierra, Jonah, Taylor, Ella, Chloe, and Elizabeth - the apples of her eye. Dear sister and sister-in-law of Arthur and Millie Stroll, the late Claire and the late Sam, the late Alex and the late Ida; and predeceased by Max’s siblings and their spouses Hymie, Sam and Clara, Ida and Nathan, Fanny and Harry, Dolly and Moe, and Emma. Jean will be forever loved and remembered by Joyce and Red, who held a special place in her heart; and by May, her exceptional caregiver, whose devotion made the last year of Jean’s life comfortable and dignified. She will be sadly missed by her family, many friends, and all those whose lives she touched. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. West on Wednesday, September 24 at 12:30 p.m. Burial at the B’nai Brith Section, Kehal Israel Cemetery, D.D.O. Due to the advent of Rosh Hashanah, there will be no Shiva; the family will be receiving visitors on Wednesday afternoon at 11 Stephenson, D.D.O, and on Sunday at 2 Westmount Square, apt. 802. Donations in her memory may be made to the Alzheimer Groupe A.G.I., (514) 485-7233.
