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Rose Hockenstein
HOCKENSTEIN, Rose (nee Marinoff). On Thursday, August 6, 2015. Beloved wife of the late Harry. Devoted mother and mother-in-law of Pauline and Pieter, and the late Melvyn Hockenstein. Cherished grandmother of Jennifer, Benjamin, and the late Bryant. Dear sister and sister-in-law of Rosaline and the late Julius Marinoff, the late Sadie Marinoff, the late Ann and the late Sol Abracen. Sister-in-law of Rhoda and the late Irwin (Hocky) and the late Gerry, the late Moe and the late Esther and the late Margaret, the late Hyman and the late Lil, the late Israel and the late Sarah, and the late Corporal Benjamin Hockenstein. She will be sadly missed by her many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Special thanks to Victoria, Kelorn and Beth for their loving care, kindness and devotion. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W., on Sunday, August 9 at 11:30 a.m. Burial at the Adath Israel Poale Zedek Anshei Ozeroff Congregation Cemetery, de la Savane. Shiva at her home, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. daily. Donations in her memory may be made to Montreal Association for the Blind, (514) 488-0043 ext.: 1404.
Adam Harris Harsanyi
HARRIS-HARSANYI, Adam. Born in Budapest in 1946, died on Wednesday, August 5, 2015, at the Jewish General Hospital. Husband of Inta Zvagulis, father of Jacob, David, and William and Brother of Susan. We would like to thank family, friends and colleagues, both remote and present, who have been our companions through good and bad times. Special thanks to the wonderful people at the Jewish General Hospital who gave us occasion to hope and helped us to the end with patience and grace. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean-Talon St. W. on Friday, August 7 at 10:00 a.m. Burial at the Temple Emanu-El-Beth Sholom Congregation Section, Mount Royal Cemetery, 1297 Ch. de la Forêt, Outremont. The family will be receiving close friends and family at 43 Thornhill Ave., Westmount on Friday following burial, and on Sunday from 12:00 to 6:00 p.m. In lieu of gifts or flowers, donations in his memory may be made to the “Adam Harris-Harsanyi Memorial Fund” c/o the Jewish General Hospital Foundation, (514) 340-8251.
Fred Kastner
KASTNER, Fred. With courage and dignity on Thursday, August 6, 2015. Beloved husband of Rhoda. Loving father and father-in-law of Harlen and Deanna, Shawn and Gina. Cherished grandfather of Josh, Jeremy and Kaycy. Dear brother and brother-in-law of Allan and Barbara Kastner, Betty and the late Syd Nowa, Sally and Bruce Wake, Jim and the late Leona Merson. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean-Talon St. W. on Tuesday, August 11 at 10:30 a.m. Burial at Baron De Hirsch Hebrew Benevolent Society Section, Back River Memorial Cemetery, Lajeunesse. Shiva private.
Anne Mendelsohn
MENDELSOHN, Anne (nee Greenberg). Peacefully, in her one hundredth year, on Sunday, August 9, 2015, at Hillel Lodge in Ottawa. Cherished wife of the late Jack Mendelsohn. Loving mother and mother-in-law of Steven and Janet, and the late Recia. Adored grandmother of Joshua (Ellen) and Daniel (Amanda). Proud great-grandmother of Clementine, Rocco and baby Leonie. She lived long enough to hold Leonie in her arms, a precious moment we all treasure. Beloved sister of Harry Greenberg and the late Lena Stein. Predeceased by her parents, Faigie and Frank Greenberg. She was a wonderful aunt and a hardworking member of Na’amat for many years. Many thanks to Dinna Miravite and Sophia Morabe. We could not have managed without their friendship and care. Special thanks to Dr. Lyla Graham and the staff of Hillel Lodge. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W., on Wednesday, August 12 at 12 noon. Burial at the Shomrim Laboker Congregation Cemetery, Beth Hamedrash Hagadol Section, de la Savane. Shiva at to be announced. Contributions in her memory may be made to Na’amat Canada, (514) 484-0252, to Hillel Lodge Long Term Care Foundation, (613) 728-3990, or to the Jewish National Fund, (514) 934-0313.
Agnes Galambos
GALAMBOS, Agnes (nee Lestyan). On Thursday, August 6, 2015. Loving mother and mother-in-law of George and the late Kathy. Cherished grandmother of Daniel, Esther and Suzy. Dear sister and sister-in-law of Tibor and Edith Lestyan, and the late Edith and the late Charles Rex. Great-aunt of Edith and Mike Fazakas. Special thanks to the staff of the Jewish Eldercare Center for their devoted and loving care. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean-Talon St. W. on Sunday, August 9 at 10:45 a.m. Burial at the Beit Abraham Congregation Section, Kehal Israel Cemetery, D.D.O. In lieu of gifts or flowers, donations in her memory may be made to the charity of your choice.
Holly Kaufman
KAUFMAN, Holly (nee Deckelbaum). Peacefully, after a courageous battle, on Wednesday, August 5, 2015. Devoted mother and best friend of Amy and David. Beloved daughter of the late Hy and the late Gloria Deckelbaum Loving sister and sister-in-law of Sandy and Gordon Russell. Holly will be sadly missed by Stephen, her nieces, nephews; and by her lifelong friends, Susan, Linda, Hinda, Marlene and Glorianne. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W., on Friday, August 7 at 12:00 noon. Burial at the Shaare Zedek Congregation Section, Eternal Gardens Cemetery, Beaconsfield. Shiva at her home, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. daily. Contributions in her memory may be made to Dans la rue, (514) 526-5222, or visit www.danslarue.com. “When you are sorrowful look again in your heart, and you shall see that in truth you are weeping for that which has been your delight.”
Steve Belitzky
On Friday, July 31, 2015. Loving husband of Caryn Weltman. Cherished and devoted father of Mara Belitzky, Jason Belitzky, and father-in-law of Sylvain Trudel. Adored step-father of Jordan and Nicole Stein. Proud and doting Zaida of Marissa Trudel. Dear brother of Donna and Marvin Kane, and the late Stanley Belitzky. Brother-in-law of Terry and Issie Grachnik, Hillel Greenbaum and the late Jone Weltman. He will be greatly missed by his nieces, nephews, family and friends. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W., on Tuesday, August 4 at 12 noon. Burial at the Eternal Gardens Cemetery, Beaconsfield. Shiva at his home, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday to Thursday, from 2 to 4 p.m. on Friday, and from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. on Sunday. Evening services at 8 p.m. Contributions in Steve’s memory may be made to Wounded Warriors Canada, 1-888-706-4808, or visit woundedwarriors.ca.
Miriam Himes
HIMES, Miriam. Peacefully at home on Friday, July 31, 2015. Beloved wife of the late Lou Himes. Loving mother and mother-in-law of Linda and Peter, Mavis and Lawlor. Devoted grandmother of Amy, Jody and Steve, and great-grandmother of Abby, Carter, Jordan, and Zoe. At Benjamin's Park Memorial Chapel, 2401 Steeles Avenue W., (three lights west of Dufferin) for service on Sunday, August 2nd at 4:00 p.m. Interment will follow in Montreal at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, August 4, at the Chevra Kadisha B’nai Jacob Congregation Section, Back River Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Berri St. Contributions in Miriam's memory may be made to Wellspring, (416) 480-4440, or to the PYNK Program c/o the Sunnybrook Hospital Foundation, (416) 480-4483
Irving Freed
On Saturday, August 1, 2015. Husband of the late Anita Cohen. Devoted father and father-in-law of Brian Freed, Felicia Freed and Ken Komik. Loving brother of Marilyn Marcus, and brother-in-law of Margie and the late Hy Cohen, Howie and Molly Cohen, Renee and the late Jerry Cohen, the late Laura and the late Arthur Friedman. He will be lovingly remembered by his nieces, nephews, family and friends. Graveside service on Tuesday, August 4 at 2:30 p.m., at the Memorial Park Cemetery, de la Savane. Shiva at 1365 Allan Ave., Laval on Tuesday following burial, and on Wednesday and Thursday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m.; shiva Friday, from 2 to 4 p.m. at 5757 rue Lemieux #103, Montreal. Contributions in his memory may be made to the “Irving Freed Memorial Fund” c/o the Jewish General Hospital Foundation, (514) 340-8251.
Soly Dabda
DABDA, Soly (née Candero). On Saturday, August 1, 2015. Beloved wife of the late Charles. Devoted mother and mother-in-law of Ilda and Gino, Jack, Gerard and Carole, Annie and Bernie. Cherished Mémé of Nina, Thalia, Olivia, Erik, Charles, and Chloe. Dear sister of Joseph Candero, and predeceased by her other siblings, Colette, Luna, Hannah, and Raphael. Soly will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved her. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W., on Sunday, August 2 at 3:00 p.m. Burial at the Jewish Assistance Section, Kehal Israel Cemetery, D.D.O. Shiva at her daughter’s home.
Ruth Kravitz
KRAVITZ, Ruth (nee Capelovitch). Peacefully, after a brief illness on Thursday, July 30, 2015. Beloved wife of Moe for seventy years. Devoted mother and mother-in-law of Edward Kravitz, Sheryl and Eric Birenbaum. Adoring Bubby of Heather, Kelly, and Léa. Sister of Lawrence (the late Bella); and sister-in-law of the late Lil Gotfrit (the late Peter), and the late Rubin Kravitz. Special thanks to the team of the Palliative Care Unit at Mount Sinai Hospital for their care and compassion. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean-Talon St. W. on Sunday, August 2, 11:30 a.m. Burial at the Beth Zion Congregation Section, Eternal Gardens Cemetery, Beaconsfield. Shiva at her daughter’s home from 2 to 4 and from 7 to 9 p.m. daily. Contributions in her memory may be made to the Mount Sinai Hospital Foundation, (514)369-2222 ext. 1299.
