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Richard Myrans
Suddenly, on Saturday, December 20, 2014. Beloved husband of Sandi Weinman. Loving father and father-in-law of Jason and Sara, Ryan and Louise, Fabrizio Barba and the late Melanie Myrans. Cherished grandfather of Spencer and Tyler; Connor; Tania, Alexandra, Blake and the late Brandon. Sadly mourned by Sandi’s children, Bryan Steinberg, Lawrence and Grace Sztenberg, Justin and Matthew Sztenberg. Special friend of Lennie Wittenberg. Heartfelt thanks to his family and friends for their love and support. Special thanks to the staff of the CCU and ICU at the Jewish General Hospital for their care and devotion. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W., on Tuesday, December 23 at 12 noon. Burial at the Beit Abraham Congregation Section, Kehal Israel Cemetery, D.D.O. Shiva at his home. Contributions in his memory may be made to the “Richard Myrans Memorial Fund” c/o the Jewish General Hospital Foundation, (514) 340-8251.
Ann Ruthen
RUTHEN, Ann. Peacefully, on Monday, December 22, 2014. Beloved sister and sister-in-law of Bonnie and Michael Mendel. Daughter of the late Frances and the late Louis Ruthen. Ann will be remembered as a wonderful and loving aunt to her two nephews, Bryant and David Mendel, with whom she shared many special times and great memories. She was a woman of many passions including education, music, and a great love of animals. Heartfelt thanks to her friends and family for their love and support. The family would like to thank Dr. Victor Cohen and the staff of the Jewish General Hospital. Special thanks to her caregivers Pearlene, Myrna, Erica, and Clmcsa who cared for her so kindly over the past few months. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean-Talon St. W. on Wednesday, December 24 at 12:00 noon. Burial at the Beth Ora Congregation Section, Kehal Israel Cemetery, D.D.O. The family will be receiving visitors on Wednesday at Ruby Foo’s Hotel following burial service. Contributions in her memory may be made to the “Ann Ruthen Memorial Fund for the Jazz Festival” c/o the Jewish General Hospital Foundation, (514) 340-8251.
Rywka Szajnfarber (Shainfarber)
SZAJNFARBER (SHAINFARBER), Rywka (nee Aizenberg) Peacefully, on Saturday, December 20, 2014, in her 101st year. Devoted wife of the late Chaim. Beloved mother and mother-in-law of Dora and Saul Edelstein, Selik Shainfarber and Evelyn Cooperstein. Cherished ‘Bubbie Rywka’ of Mark Edelstein and Wendy Nadler, Jeff Edelstein and Dana Cape, Jason Edelstein and Ashley Otto Edelstein; Zoe Szajnfarber and David Orange, Raffi Szajnfarber and fiancée Adele Budiansky. Proud great-grandmother of Megan, and Evan; Justin, and Paige; Coby, and Riley Edelstein. Predeceased by her parents and siblings who perished in the Holocaust. Dear sister-in-law of Angie and the late Hersz Szajnfarber, the late Chaya and the late Avrum Majerfeld, the late Brucha and the late Louis Rozanski. Loving aunt of Eddie and Judy Majerfeld; Mordechai and Bonnie Rozanski; Lily and John Cox; Molly Shainfarber and Philip Gold. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W., on Wednesday, December 24 at 11:00 a.m. Burial at the Montreal Workers’ Circle Cemetery, de la Savane. Shiva at her daughter’s home. Contributions in her memory may be made to the charity of your choice.
Edward Kasner
Peacefully, after a brief illness, on Monday, December 22, 2014, in his ninety-fifth year. Beloved husband of Bella Solak for fifty-six years. Loving and devoted father and father-in-law of Oscar and Marilyn. Cherished Zaida of Amy and Paul. Dear brother-in-law of Rita and Irving Baron, the late Mary and the late Jerry Weissfeld, the late Zelda Solak, Henny and the late Mendy Solak. Eddie will be sadly missed by his nieces, nephews, family and all of those whose lives he touched. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W., on Wednesday, December 24 at 1:00 p.m. Burial at the Hebrew Sick Benefit Association Cemetery, de la Savane. Shiva at Oscar’s home, from 2:00 to 4:00 and 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. daily through Sunday evening. Donations in his memory may be made to the Geriatrics Department c/o the Jewish General Hospital Foundation, (514) 340-8251.
Stephen Sugar
Peacefully, after a courageous battle, on Tuesday, December 16, 2014. Beloved husband of the late Nancy Wiseman. Devoted and loving father and father-in-law of Lorne and Colin (Lavery), Scott and Liane (Frank), Daniel and Jenn (Jones). Adored and proud Zaidie of Jesse, and Jake; Nathan, and Jordan. Son of the late William and the late Bertha Sugar. Brother and brother-in-law of Robert and Caron, and Murray and Elizabeth Sugar; and brother-in-law of Ronald and Joyce Wiseman. Steve will be remembered by all who knew and loved him. Special thanks to Dr. Marie Vanhuyse, Olga Guerra and the staff of Palliative Care at the Montreal General Hospital for their exceptional care and compassion. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W., on Thursday, December 18 at 11:00 a.m. Burial at the Ahavath Schulom Congregation Cemetery, de la Savane. Shiva at 144 Butternut, D.D.O. Contributions in his memory may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, (514) 255-5151, or to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Quebec, (514) 871-1551.
Jean Stenzler
STENZLER, Jeannie (nee Matin). Peacefully, at the Jewish General Hospital on Friday, December 19, 2014, at age of eighty. She was born in Montreal, the second of three children. Devoted Wife of the late Fred Stenzler. Beloved mother and mother-in-law of Max and Edita, Farley, Rhonda and Howard. Proud grandmother and great-grandmother. She is survived by her older sister, Esther. Predeceased by her younger brother Louis. Loving sister-in-law of Celia, Harvey, and Ida. She will be sadly missed by her nieces, nephews, and their children. Jeannie had many loyal and caring family members and friends. Above all, Jeannie loved her extended family; in return, she was loved by them. She will not be forgotten.
Miklos (Mike) Adler
ADLER, Miklos (Mike). Peacefully in his ninety-third year, on Friday, December 19, 2014. Beloved husband of Rozsa Jakabovits. Loving father of Alex of Winnipeg, and Robert of Coral Springs, Florida; father-in-law of Jackie, and Deena. Cherished grandfather of Seth, and Jordyn. Dear brother-in-law of Irene Adler. Predeceased by his siblings Yitschak, Andre, Elya, Lily Marcovitch, Esther Roth, and Miriam Kaufman. Son-in-law of the late Esther Jakabovits. Sadly mourned by his nieces, nephews, grand-nieces, grand-nephews, family and friends. Special thanks to the CLSC Cote-des-Neiges, and to the staff of 4C at the Hope Pavilion of the Jewish Eldercare Centre for their care and devotion. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W., on Sunday, December 21 at 3:15 p.m. Burial at the Congregation Zichron Kedoshim Cemetery, Beth Israel and Samuel Section, de la Savane. Shiva at his home. Contributions in his memory may be made to the Jewish Hospital of Hope Eldercare Foundation, (514) 738-4500, ext. 2124.
Rose Druker
DRUKER, Rose (nee Lipson). On Thursday, December 18, 2014, in her ninety-ninth year. Wife of the late Samuel Druker. Beloved mother and mother-in-law of Max and Joya, David and Sarah. Cherished ‘Bubs’ of Bonnie Druker and Marlene Cohen, Deborah and Eric Goldszmidt; Jason, and Amanda Druker. Proud great-grandmother of Rachel and Neal. Predeceased by her siblings and their spouses, Saul and Lee Lipson, Phil and Ruby Lipson, Sam and Rae Lipson, Martha Lipson and Irving, Frances Lipson, Mildred and Bernard Singer, Jack and Isabella Lipson, and Moe Lipson. Dear sister-in-law of Rosalie and Percy Posternak, the late Joseph Druker, the late Sarah and the late Morris Blitzer. Special friend of Marie-Claire Martin. She will be sadly missed by her nieces, nephews, family and friends. Heartfelt thanks to her caregivers, Merna and Ceili for their love and devotion. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W., on Sunday, December 21 at 2:30 p.m. Burial at the Tifereth Beth David Jerusalem Congregation Cemetery, Tifereth Jerusalem Section, de la Savane. Shiva at 5740 Cavendish Blvd., C.S.L. In lieu of gifts or flowers, contributions in her memory may be made to Na’amat Canada, (514) 484-0252.
Arlene Gold
GOLD, Arlene (née Waxman). Peacefully and with great dignity, at home on Thursday, December 18, 2014 surrounded by her loving family. Beloved wife of Geoffrey Gold. Devoted mother of Brandon. Loving daughter of Sylvia and the late Lewis Waxman. Dear sister and sister-in-law of Mark and Rhonda Waxman, and the late Cory Waxman. Cherished aunt of Lindsay and Andrew Waxman. A warm and creative woman, Arlene derived enormous pleasure from welcoming her friends and loved ones into her home. She will be deeply missed and fondly remembered by her family and close friends. Special thanks to Doctors Manny Borod and Golda Traduounska, and to nurse Kathy of Mount Sinai Hospital for their care and devotion. Funeral services from Paperman & Sons 3888 Jean Talon St. W. on Monday, December 22 at 1:00 p.m. Burial at the Chevra Thilim Pinsker Cemetery, de la Savane. Shiva at her home. Contributions in her memory may be made to the “Arlene Gold Memorial Fund for the Segal Cancer Centre” c/o the Jewish General Hospital Foundation, (514) 340-8251.
Chaim (Charlie) Szolomowicz
SZOLOMOWICZ, Chaim (Charlie). Peacefully, on Tuesday, December 23, 2014 surrounded by his loving family. Son of the late Leah and the late Joshua Leib. Beloved husband of Arnona Reller for forty-seven years. Adoring father and father-in-law of Karen and Jack Zaritsky, and Galit Szolomowicz. Treasured “Saba Chaim” of Jessica, and Jordan. Predeceased by his sister Yaffa. Dearest brother-in-law of Yael and Avraham Maayan of Israel. He will be lovingly remembered by his nieces, nephews, family and many friends. Special thanks to the doctors, nurses and staff of 3 North at the Maimonides Geriatric Centre for their exceptional care and compassion. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W., on Wednesday, December 24 at 1:45 p.m. Burial at the Tifereth Beth David Jerusalem Congregation Cemetery, Beth Yitzchok Section, de la Savane. Shiva at 5616 Alpine Ave., C.S.L., following burial until 9:00 p.m., on Thursday from 1:00 to 4:00 and 7:00 to 9:00 p.m., Saturday from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m., Sunday and Monday from 1:00 to 4:00 and 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. Contributions in his memory may be made to the Donald Berman Maimonides Foundation, (514) 483-2121 ext. 2207.
