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Irwin (Icchok) Gordon
Suddenly, on Tuesday, May 12, 2015, just days before his eighty-third birthday. Loving and devoted husband of Rosita Jancovici for over sixty years. Caring father and father-in-law of Joanne and Dennis Hurvitz, Sharon Gordon and Jeff Silver. Beloved and adored son-in-law of Gina and the late Herman Jancovici. Brother of the late Tzvi (Hertzl), and predeceased by his other siblings who perished in the Holocaust. He was an incredible and compassionate individual who always ran or went the extra mile for others, and he will be sadly missed by his nieces, cousins, family and friends. Special thanks to Janine Floret, Tania Kharlamova, and Ivorine Ramessar for their exceptional and compassionate care, and for helping him walk every day. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W., on Friday, May 15 at 11 a.m. Burial at the Baron de Hirsch Cemetery, de la Savane. Shiva at his home, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. daily through Tuesday evening. Donations in his memory may be made to the Jewish General Hospital Foundation, (514) 340-8251, or to the Cummings Jewish Centre for Seniors, (514) 343-3529 ext.: 7373.
Florence Paul
PAUL, Florence (nee Litwin). 1930 – 2015. It is with great sadness that we announce Florence’s passing on Saturday, April 18, 2015, in Montreal. Beloved wife of the late Ruby Paul. Devoted mother and mother-in-law of Mona Paul and Louis Cytrynbaum, Eddie Paul and Louise Fabiani. Cherished grandmother of Michael and Pamela, Adam and Brian Cytrynbaum. Adoring great-grandmother of Shayla. Predeceased by her parents, Samuel Litwin and Edith Alrod Litwin, and by her brother, David Litwin. She will be sadly missed by her cousins, nieces, nephews, and many friends. The family would like to thank Dr. Walter Gotlieb and his team at the Segal Cancer Centre, and the wonderful caring staff of on 5 West and the Palliative Care Unit at the Jewish General Hospital. Florence was a sweet and loving lady with a warm, generous heart and a beautiful engaging smile. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W., Montreal, on Monday, April 20 at 1:00 p.m. Burial at the Beit Abraham Congregation Section, Kehal Israel Cemetery, D.D.O. Shiva to be announced. Donations in her memory may be made to the Palliative Care Unit c/o the Jewish General Hospital Foundation, (514) 340-8251.
Theodor Kron
Peacefully, on Saturday April 18, 2015. Beloved father and father-in-law of Michael and Heidi (Abergel). Sadly mourned by Irene Kron. Teddy will be fondly remembered by Audrey and Daniel Abergel, his dear friend Huguette, and by his close cousins in Israel. Special thanks to the dedicated physicians and staff at the Royal Victoria Hospital for their exceptional care, as well as the devoted staff at the King David Residence. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W., on Tuesday, April 21 at 11:00 a.m. Burial at the Shaare Zion Congregation Section, Eternal Gardens Cemetery, Beaconsfield. Shiva at his son’s home, through Thursday evening. Contributions in Teddy's memory may be made to the “Theodor Kron Memorial Fund” c/o the Royal Victoria Hospital Foundation, (514) 843-1543.
Borys Aiyzenberg
AIYZENBERG, Borys. Peacefully in his eightieth year, on Wednesday, April 29, 2015. Beloved father and father-in-law of Roman Aizenberg and Viktoria Kozatchok. Cherished grandfather of Alexandra, and Jessica. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean-Talon St. W. on Friday, May 1 at 1:00 p.m. Burial at the Beit Abraham Congregation Section, Kehal Israel Cemetery, D.D.O.
Ralph Berman
BERMAN, Ralph. Peacefully, on Wednesday, April 29, 2015. Beloved husband of Edythe Cohen for fifty-seven years. Loving father and father-in-law of Brett and Kimberly, Patrick and Manuela. Proud Grandpa of Devon, Justine, Myles, and Halley. Dearest brother and brother-in-law of George and Joan Berman, the late Greta and the late Howard Arbetter; and brother-in-law of Douglas and Joanne Cohen. Ralph will be lovingly remembered by his nieces, nephews, extended family, and many dear friends. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean-Talon St. W. on Friday, May 1 at 12:00 noon. Burial at the Temple Emanu-El-Beth Sholom Congregation Section, Mount Royal Cemetery, 1297 ch. de la Foręt, Outremont. Shiva at 20 Rosemount, Westmount, Friday following burial, and Sunday after 2:00 p.m. Contributions in his memory may be made to LOVE – Leave Out Violence, (514) 938-0006, or to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, (514) 744-5537.
Sylvia Teblum
TEBLUM, Sylvia (nee Klemensberg). Peacefully, in her eighty-fifth year, on Wednesday, May 13, 2015. Beloved wife of Norman. Devoted mother and mother-in-law of Randy and Maury Bowen, and Andrea Teblum. Cherished Bubby of Carly Ackerman. Dear sister and sister-in-law of Freda Gottesman-Brender and Allan Brender, Itzik Klemensberg, and Roz Schlesinger; and sister-in-law of Tibby and the late Solly Teblum, the late Helen and the late Morris Teblum. She will be lovingly remembered by her nieces, nephews and family. Many thanks to her devoted caregivers Janet, Deborah, Lillian and Jeanette. Gratitude to Dr. Michael Dworkin and the staff of the Jewish General Hospital. Graveside service on Friday, May 15 at 11:00 a.m. at the Russian Polish Hebrew Cemetery (B28), de la Savane. Shiva strictly private. Contributions in her memory may be made to the Jewish General Hospital Foundation, (514) 340-8251. Arrangements entrusted to Paperman & Sons.
Edith Segal
SEGAL, Edith (nee Borer) Peacefully, on Thursday, May 14, 2015, in her ninety-sixth year. Wife of the late Israel (Eddie) Segal. Beloved mother and mother-in-law of Mark and Marian, and Ellie. Cherished Bubbie of Jarrad and Sheila, and Jen; Sadye and Bran Dranoff, Danny Torres and Kim Senecal, Lisa Soldevilla, Mindy, Alex, Ben, and Emily Melgar-Segal. Proud great-grandmother of Eddie and Mikey Segal; Eden and Mason Dranoff; Tyler and Ryley Torres. Dear sister and sister-in-law of the late Sam and the late Doris Borer. Loving aunt of Lynda and Mark Levine, Leonard Borer and Sharon Stern. She will be sadly missed by her many nieces, nephews, family and friends. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W., on Sunday, May 17 at 3:00 p.m. Burial at the Shomrim Laboker Congregation Cemetery, Tifereth Israel Section, de la Savane. Shiva at her son Mark’s home, 5700 Cavendish Blvd. Donations in her memory may be made to the charity of your choice.
Philip Beau
On Wednesday, May 13, 2015. Beloved husband of Sarah Sklar. Loving father and father-in-law of Scott and Meredith. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W., on Sunday, May 17 at 10 a.m. Burial at the Dominion Hebrew Cemetery, de la Savane. The family will be receiving visitors at Ruby Foo’s Hotel on Sunday only.
Florence Schwartz
SCHWARTZ, Florence. Of Sunrise, Florida, formerly of Montreal, Canada, born in New York, NY, Florence passed away on Sunday, May 3, 2015, at the age of ninety-four. Beloved wife of the late Joseph for seventy-three years. Loving mother and mother-in-law of Andrea Rafofsky (Harvey) and the late Kenny Steckler, the late Leonard Schwartz (Henny Greenspoon). Cherished grandmother of Karen Schoel (Ryan), Richard Steckler (Lori), Lonnie Steckler (Tammy). Great grandmother of Brandon, Seth, Katelyn, Kenny, Eli and Natalia. Funeral service at Levitt Weinstein, Beth David Chapel, 3201 NW 72nd Ave., Hollywood, FL 33024, on Tuesday, May 5 at 12:00 noon. For more information, call 954-963-2400 or visit www.levitt-Weinstein.com.
Leo Guttman
On Friday, April 17, 2015, at the age of ninety-three. Beloved husband of Elaine Bessner Guttman for sixty-three years. Loving and devoted father and father-in-law of Judith Guttman, Gita and Steve Berman, Louise and Scott Frankel. Cherished "Grandpa Leo" of Mara Berman and Michael Maze, Aviva Berman and Ezra Billinkoff, Shira Berman, and Alex Blutman. Proud great-grandfather of Yogev Avram Maze. Dear brother and brother-in-law of Morton and Mildred Bessner, Lois Lieff, the late Anne and the late Jack Laster, the late Freida and the late Harry Frohlich, Reva Kantor and the late Dave Guttman. Leo will be fondly remembered by more than a dozen nieces and nephews for a legacy of warmth and generosity. He will be missed by lifelong friends he touched with his charm and spirit. Special thanks to Val Pava and her team of compassionate caregivers. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W., on Sunday, April 19 at 1 p.m. Burial at Beth Ora Congregation Section, Kehal Israel Cemetery, D.D.O. Shiva at Castel Royal, 5740 Cavendish Blvd. (ground floor), C.S.L., Sunday from 7 to 9 p.m., Monday to Thursday from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. daily. Donations in his memory may be made to Canadian Magen David Adom for Israel, (514) 731-4400, or to the charity of your choice.
Martha Twik
TWIK, Martha (nee Neuman). After a courageous battle, surrounded by her loving family, on Sunday, April 19, 2015. Beloved wife of Freddy Twik. Devoted mother and mother-in-law of Ayal Twik and Erin Michaels, Natalie Twik and Gadi Mozes, Shelley Twik and Corey Urman. Cherished Bubby of Nathan and Mabel Twik; Daniel Mozes; Isaac and Nora Urman. Dear sister and sister-in-law of Malka and Mordechai Nisan, and sister-in-law of Dalia and Avi Elkanyan, Miriam and the late David Twik. Martha will be sadly mourned and fondly remembered by her nieces and nephews. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W., on Monday, April 20 at 3:00 p.m. Burial at the Chevra Shaas Congregation Cemetery, de la Savane. Shiva at her home. Contributions in her memory may be made to “Larger Than Life Canada”, (514) 953-5717.
