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Jean Pierre Victor Slakmon
On Saturday, January 31, 2015. Beloved husband of the late Henriette (Yette) Bismuth. Adored father of Philippe, Marc, Benjamin, Alexandre and Sebastien, and father-in-law of Carina. Cherished ‘Papi’ of Scott, Dylan, Kimberly, Oliver, Emma, Lucie and Jedd. Brother of Alain, Chantal and the late Michel, and brother-in-law of Maude. A tragic loss for all his family, friends, colleagues, and all of those whose lives he touched. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W., on Monday, February 2 at 2:00 p.m. Burial at the Adath Israel Poale Zedek Anshei Ozeroff Congregation Cemetery, de la Savane. Shiva at 6791 ch. Louis-Pasteur, C.S.L., from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. daily. Donations in his memory may be made to the charity of your choice.
Moe Lazarovitz (Lazare)
LAZAROVITZ (LAZARE), Moe. On Friday, January 30, 2015. Beloved husband of Helen Myers. Loving father and father-in-law of Sam and Kathleen Lazare, Cheryl and Murray Ginsberg. Cherished Grandpa of Janie, and Alix Ginsberg. Dear brother and brother-in-law of Ethel and Abe Biskin, Thelma and the late Mike Lazarovitz; and brother-in-law of Miriam and the late Nathan Wisebord, the late Eileen and the late Moe Propst, the late Sonny, and the late Alec Myers. He will be fondly remembered by his nieces, nephews, family and friends. Special thanks to his devoted caregiver Vilma. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W., on Monday, February 2 at 1:00 p.m. Burial at the Baron de Hirsch Cemetery, de la Savane. Shiva at 3495 Rue de la Montagne. Contributions in his memory may be made to the Segal Cancer Centre c/o the Jewish General Hospital Foundation, (514) 340-8251.
Rickey (Rubin) Hirsch
At the age of ninety, on Friday, January 31, 2015, with his much loved companion, Beatrice by his side. Predeceased by his devoted wife, Alice. Father of Pierro (Debora) and Annabelle. Grandfather of Jamie and Elise. Brother of Marcella and Marianna. He will be greatly missed by his niece, Shula, nephews, Rony, Moshe and Adrian, his many grandnieces, grandnephews, great-grandnieces, great-grandnephews, great-great-grandnieces and great-great-grandnephews, and a legion of friends. Rickey was a Holocaust survivor. A man with flair, he had an interesting and dynamic personality, with endless enthusiasm and curiosity. Rickey spent many years championing driver education and road safety. For many years he attended courses in the Psychology Department at Concordia University through their Seniors Study Program. Rickey was an energetic and dedicated supporter and volunteer with Hope & Cope and with Entraide Bénévole Métro. He was also a Governor of the Montreal General Hospital Foundation and a member of the Jewish General Hospital Foundation. Rickey was an accomplished artist (painter), working in studio with Ross Shorer for many years. Memorial service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W., on Monday, February 2 at 10:00 a.m. A private burial took place on Sunday, February 1. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to the “Rickey Hirsch Memorial Fund for Hope & Cope” c/o the Jewish General Hospital Foundation, (514) 340-8251.
Allan Warren Potofsky
At the young age of fifty-one years, on Sunday, February 1, 2015, after a lengthy battle with cancer. Beloved son of Sylvia and the late Gerald Potofsky. Stepson of the late Jack Rottenberg. Dear brother and brother-in-law of Jeffrey and Moika. He will be sadly missed by his best friend Janice Waters. The family would like to thank Drs. Kremer, Black, Zigby and Melnychuk, and the exceptional staff of 8 Northwest at the Jewish General Hospital. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W., on Tuesday, February 3 at 2:00 p.m. Burial at the Beth Ora Congregation Section, Kehal Israel Cemetery, D.D.O. Shiva strictly private. Donations in Allan's memory can be made to a charity of your choice.
Gale Aronovitch
ARONOVITCH, Gale (née Gluz). It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Gale on Saturday, January 31, 2015. Daughter of the late Riva and the late David Gluz (Holocaust survivors). The most loving mother of Dov and Aviva Aronovitch. Beloved wife of Joseph. Cherished sister and sister-in-law of Arnold and Eileen (Haimovitz), Annette and Eric Ittah, Jacob and Judith (White). She leaves behind her nieces and nephews, Eran, Mychael and Tamara Ittah; Ilana and Adam (AJ) Gluz; Jasamine, Alissa and Brahm Gluz; as well as her cousins, and aunt and uncle. Gale will be fondly remembered by her special cousin Annette Burlin. She was the heart of our family that bonded us all together. We will always remember her smile, humor and positive outlook on life. Our memories of her will live on in our hearts and she will be greatly missed in all our lives. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W., on Tuesday February 3 at 12:00 p.m. Burial at the Memorial Park Cemetery, de la Savane. Shiva at her brother Arnold’s home, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. daily. Contributions in her memory may be made to the Montreal Holocaust Memorial Centre, (514) 345-2605, or to the Beit Halochem – Aid to Disabled Veterans of Israel, (800) 355-1648.
Bernard (Bernie) Blumenthal
It is with great sadness that Bernard’s family announces his sudden and peaceful passing on Monday, January 26, 2015. Loving and devoted husband and soulmate of Bernice Berg for fifty-nine years. Devoted and respected father and father-in-law of Brahm, Derrick and Luana (Fruchter) and the late Leslie (Fish), Sheryl and Bryan (Altshuller), and Bruce. Adored and cherished Zaidie of Jamie and Jason (Leb), Jared and Lisa (Vesely); Aaron and Erica (Green), Jonathan, and Michael; Ryan Blumenthal, Ariel, and Leigh Gantman; Shaun and Daniel Altshuller. Proud Big Zaidie of Jordan and Justin. Son of the late Jack and the late Ida Blumenthal. Son-in-law of the late Sam and the late Anne Berg. Dear brother and brother-in-law of Irving and Tya, David and Anett, and brother-in-law of Ralph and Avra Berg, Shelley and Sandi Berg, and Rhona Bloom. Bernie will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by his nieces, nephews, cousins, and dear friends. He always said that his greatest accomplishment in life was his loving and devoted family. He gave all the love he had to his wife, children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and they gave it back and more. Many thanks to the Symphony Residence West Island for all their care and support. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W., on Thursday, January 29 at 12 noon. Burial at the Beth-El Congregation Section, Eternal Gardens Cemetery, Beacosnfield. Shiva at his son Derrick’s home. Contributions in his memory may be made to the “Bernard and Bernice Blumenthal Fund” c/o Congregation Beth-El, (514) 738-4766. “Bernie, you will always be the greatest and most important man in our lives.”
Ruth Polger
POLGER, Ruth (née Lipshitz). Peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, on Saturday, January 31, 2015, in her ninety-seventh year. Wife of the late Ben Polger. Beloved mother and mother-in-law of Leni and Donald Fisher, Reisha and Arthur Rosten, Shimmie and Mark Liebman. Cherished “Bubs” of Stephan Flam and Dominique Baril, Debbie, and Robben Flam; Tami and Gregg Applefield; Bryan and Lauren Kaplan, Tara and Rob Fried. Adored great “Bubby” of Jahvon and Isaiah Vernon, and Kiara Pierre; Olivia and Spencer Kaplan, Jake and Brody Fried. Predeceased by her siblings and their spouses, Hymie and Lilian Lipsey, Lena Lipsey, Sarah and Oscar Zuker, Benny and Mitzi Lipsey, Herchie and Gertie Lipsey, Lil and Bob Muller, and by her brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law; Hymie and Leah Polger, Jack and Jennie Polger, Sarah and Sam Udelovitch, Mac and Anne Polger. Sadly mourned by Donald Flam, Stephen Kaplan, and by her nieces, nephews, family and friends. Special thanks to Sonia for her care and devotion. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W., on Tuesday, February 3 at 1 p.m. Burial at the Independent Hebrew Cemetery, de la Savane. Shiva through Thursday evening. In lieu of flowers, contributions in her memory may be made to the charity of your choice.
Rachel Chemtov
Rachel Chemtov (nee Hami). In Israel, on Sunday, February 1, 2015. Most adored wife of Roger. Beloved mother of Alain (Sarik), and Moris (Renana). Proud grandmother and great-grandmother. Funeral service and burial took place in Israel on Monday, February 2. Shiva at her son's home in D.D.O., Wednesday and Thursday from 2:00 to 4:00 and 8:15 to 9:15 p.m., Friday from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m., and Saturday from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. Donations in her memory may be made to Beit Halochem - Aid for Disabled Veterans of Israel, (800) 355-1648, www.beithalochem.ca. Her smile lit up the world
Rose Sidel
SIDEL, Rose (née Ariewitz). Peacefully, on Monday, February 2, 2015, in her ninetieth year. Beloved wife of the late Cyril. Loving mother and mother-in-law of Larry and Adele, Jeffrey and Linda, Sharon and Clifford Herer. Cherished grandmother of Michael Sidel and Adeline Khadoury, Jennifer Sidel and Lloyd Lottner; David Sidel and Zeynap Olcen, Brian, and Jonathan Sidel; Miles, and Brandon Herer. Proud great-grandmother of Emily, Chloe, Max, and Ava. Special thanks to Complete Care Coordination for their compassion during a difficult time. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W., on Wednesday, February 4 at 12:00 noon. Burial at the Beit Abraham Congregation Section, Kehal Israel Cemetery, D.D.O. Shiva at her daughter’s home, from 2:00 to 5:00 and 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. Contributions in her memory may be made to Alzheimer Groupe A.G.I., (514) 485-7233, or to the “Rose and Cyril Sidel Memorial Fund” c/o the Jewish General Hospital Foundation, (514) 340-8251.
Herbert Rubin
RUBIN, Herbert. At home, on Tuesday, February 3, 2015 after a courageous struggle. Husband of Myra Fogel. Father and father-in-law of Joanna and Neil, Erica and Guy. Loving Zaydie of Jacob and Rachel, Daniel and Mia. Brother and brother-in-law of Susan and Bob, Helene, the late Walter, the late Miriam and the late Maurice. Herbie will be sadly missed and fondly remembered for his devotion to his family.
Krystina Mast
MAST, Krystina (née Karpinski). On Monday, February 2, 2015. Beloved wife of the late Oscar. Devoted mother and mother-in-law of Michael and Rosie, Ernest and Carmen, and the late Mark Mast. Cherished Bubbie of Joshua, Olivia, Jake, Holly, Andrea, Amanda, and Malone. Dear sister and sister-in-law of Stephen and Joyce, and Adam and Rachel. Aunt of Julia and Daniel. Krystina will be sadly missed by Marissa, as well as her family and friends. Special thanks to the staff of Château Sur Le Lac for their kindness and devotion. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W., on Thursday, February 5 at 1:00 p.m. Donations in her memory may be made to the Canadian Lung Association, (514) 287-7400.
