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Max Richler
RICHLER, Max. On Friday, August 21, 2015. Beloved husband of the late Terrie. Loving father and father-in-law of Lorne and Leonie, Karen and Eliyahu Poll of Monsey, New York. Cherished grandfather of Amira (Peter Sherman), David Richler (Genevieve), Yehuda Poll, Naomi (Yoel Steinberg), and Rivka Poll. Proud great-grandfather of Shlomo Steinberg. Dear brother and brother-in-law of the late Sarah and the late Louis Weiser, the late Anne Richler, Erika and the late Michael Richler, Bernard and the late Miriam Richler, Israel and Reva Richler, Freda and the late Kalman Black, Lily and the late Harold Friendly, David and Goldie Richler, the late Moe and the late Sarah Richler, the late Celia and the late Shimshon Hershcovich, the late Harry and the late Goldie Richler, the late Joe and the late Sarah Richler, the late Ettie and the late Harry Cooperman; and brother-in-law of Dena and Howard Smith, and Muriel and the late Jack Seltzer. Max will be sadly missed by his many nieces, nephews, family and all who knew him. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean-Talon St. W. on Sunday, August 23 at 1 p.m. Burial at the Beth Israel Congregation Section, Kehal Israel Cemetery, Dollard-Des-Ormeaux. Shiva following burial at the Manoir Montefiore, 5885 Cavendish Blvd, Côte Saint-Luc, continuing on Monday at his son Lorne’s home. Contributions in his memory may be made to the “Terrie and Max Richler Memorial Scholarship” c/o the Ben Zakai National Conference of Synagogue Youth, (212)613-8350 or (212)613-8233.
Musia (Mary) Herzig
HERZIG, Musia (Mary) (nee Eichenbaum). It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Musia (Mary) Herzig on Wednesday, August 19, 2015. Born to Lea and Mayer Eichenbaum in Poland. Wife of the late Chaim Herzig. Dedicated to her children, Phyllis Sturman (the late Shlomo) and Michael Herzig, and to Anne-Carol. Grandmother to Noam Sturman, and Alyssa and Elliot Herzig, all of whom she adored. Predeceased by her sister, Rose Lempert. Most of Musia’s family perished in Poland during the Holocaust. A Holocaust survivor, she was a most caring and selfless woman, who will be greatly missed by her family and friends. The family would like to thank Denise for all her help over the years. Graveside service on Sunday, August 23 at 1 p.m., at the Memorial Park Cemetery, de la Savane. Shiva at her home, 5552 Earle Rd., C.S.L., from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. daily. Donations in Musia’s memory may be made to the Jewish General Hospital Foundation, (514) 340-8251.
Moishe Applebaum
APPLEBAUM, Moishe (Moses). Peacefully on Friday, August 21, 2015. Beloved husband and soul-mate of Ray Braiter for 66 years. Cherished father and father-in-law of Myra and Andre, Michael and Merle, Maryse and the late Howard. Proud and loving Zaidie of Joshua; Ashley, Macy, Dylan; and Evan. Predeceased by his siblings Fanny and Abe Shulman, Rose and Maury Taylor, Morris and Fay Applebaum, Dot and Moe Yane. Dear brother-in-law of Claire and Sam Schwartz, the late May and the late Joe Cartman . He will be deeply missed by his nieces, nephews, family and friends. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean-Talon St. W. on Monday, August 24 at 10:00 a.m. Burial at the Haboneh Hahofshi Section, Kehal Israel Cemetery, D.D.O. Shiva at his home, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. daily. Contributions in Moses’s memory may be made to the Jewish General Hospital Foundation, (514)340-8251.
Mamie Cohen (Millstein Pap)
COHEN, Mamie (Millstein-Pap). Peacefully, on Saturday, August 22, 2015, in her ninety-second year, in Toronto. Beloved wife of the late David Millstein and the late Samuel Pap. Loving mother and mother-in-law of Richard Millstein and Sandy Gold Millstein, Michael and Sylvia Millstein. Cherished grandmother of Lisa and Eryn, Dana; and Gregory. Proud great-grandmother of Ally, and Jayson. Dear stepmother of Janice and Ted Carolin, Elliott and Nancy Pap, Donna and Larry Clemen. Cherished step-grandmother of David and Simone, Jeff and Leah; Stephanie and Matt, Graham; Debbie and Olivier. Proud step-great-grandmother of Rebecca, Melissa, Eloise, and Samara. Predeceased by her dearest siblings and their spouses, Nathan and Fay, Sarah and Saul, Claire and Ernie. Sister-in-law of Joe and the late Ruth Abramovitch, Edith and the late Saul Millstein, and predeceased by her other sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, Max and Anne Milstein, Fanny Millstein, Goldie and Sam Lerner, Beulah and Sonny Blau, and Rose Pap. Loving aunt to her many nieces and nephews. She will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered. Special thanks to her doctors, nurses and caregivers in Montreal and Toronto. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W., on Tuesday, August 25 at 1:00 p.m. Burial at the Dominion Hebrew Cemetery, de la Savane. Reception following burial at Ruby Foo's Hotel. Contributions in her memory may be made to the charity of your choice. We will cherish her in our hearts always.
Toba Herman
HERMAN, Toba (nee Gerszenowicz). In Toronto, on Sunday, August 23, 2015. Beloved wife of the late Bernard (Ben). Loving mother and mother-in-law of Rivie and David Seaberg, Morrie Herman and Eileen Bourret. Cherished grandmother of Sara and Scott Place, Micha and Vicky Seaberg; Michael, Daniel and David Herman. Proud great-grandmother of Ben, Hannah, Sam, Leo, and Ruby. Predeceased by her brother Samuel. Sister-in-law of Margot Levy, Frances Kaushansky, the late Lylia Zuker, the late Beatrice Silcoff, and the late Sybil Wolff. Graveside service on Tuesday, August 25 at 3 p.m., at the Chevra Kadisha B’nai Jacob Congregation Section, Back River Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Berri St. Shiva at Morrie’s home in Toronto, Wednesday through Sunday. Donations in Toba’s memory may be made to the Sick Kids Foundation, 416-813-6166, or visit www.sickkidsfoundation.com.
Moishe Applebaum
APPLEBAUM, Moishe (Moses). Peacefully on Friday, August 21, 2015. Beloved husband and soul-mate of Ray Braiter for 66 years. Cherished father and father-in-law of Myra and Andre, Michael and Merle, Maryse and the late Howard. Proud and loving Zaidie of Joshua; Ashley, Macy, Dylan; and Evan. Predeceased by his siblings Fanny and Abe Shulman, Rose and Maury Taylor, Morris and Fay Applebaum, Dot and Moe Yane. Dear brother-in-law of Claire and Sam Schwartz, the late May and the late Joe Cartman . He will be deeply missed by his nieces, nephews, family and friends. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean-Talon St. W. on Monday, August 24 at 10:00 a.m. Burial at the Haboneh Hahofshi Section, Kehal Israel Cemetery, D.D.O. Shiva at his home, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. daily. Contributions in Moses’s memory may be made to the Jewish General Hospital Foundation, (514)340-8251.
Dr. Zvy Pomerantz
POMERANTZ, Dr. Zvy. With dignity and courage, on Wednesday, August 26, 2015 after a rich and productive life. Beloved husband of Shirley Dalfen for 69 years. Cherished father and father-in-law of Bonnie and Stuart Rosenberg, Susan Pomerantz and George Weinberger, and Shelley Pomerantz and Michael Williams. Treasured and devoted Grandfather of Marla and Brad Gornstein, David and Danielle Rosenberg, James Weinberger, Rachel Williams, and Sophie Williams. Dedicated and loving great-grandfather of Leah, Zach and Sam. Dear brother and brother-in-law of Anne and the late Hy Pomerantz, the late Danny and the late Monique Pomerantz; and brother-in-law of Arnie and Molly Dalfen, Mendy and Rosalie Dalfen, Claire and the late Bunny Dalfen, the late Hilda and the late Joe Gerchicoff. Devoted uncle of Seth and Sandy, Barbara and Scott; Rebecca and Jason, Aliyah, Farrah and Brian, Miriam; Shlaimie, Robbie and Sharon, Marlene; Diane and Stanley, Joanne and Billy; Stephen, and Gayle. He will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean-Talon St. W. on Friday, August 28 at 11 a.m. Burial at the Beth-El Congregation Section, Eternal Gardens Cemetery, Beaconsfield. Shiva at his home Friday following burial through Tuesday, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Evening services at 7 p.m. Contributions in his memory may be made to the Jewish General Hospital Foundation, (514)340-8251.
Libby Cwinn
CWINN, Libby (nee Turner) On Wednesday, August 26, 2015. Wife of the late Harvey. Mother and mother-in-law of Sheldon and Myra. Grandmother of Kourtney and Sierra. Predeceased by her sisters, Ruth Goldman, Ann Shabinsky, and Pearl Turner. Survived by her brother-in-law Terry Goldman and sister-in-law Bella Levitan. She will be sadly missed by her nieces, nephews, step-grandchildren, step-great-grandchildren, family and friends. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W., on Friday, August 28 at 1:00 p.m. Burial at the Beth Zion Congregation Section, Eternal Gardens Cemetery, Beaconsfield. Shiva at 7925 Kingsley Rd. #205, C.S.L, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. daily. Donations in her memory may be made to the YM-YWHA, (514) 737-6551.
Sara Argintaru
ARGINTARU, Sara (nee Cohn) Peacefully, on Monday, August 24, 2015 at age 92. Beloved wife of the late Joseph. Devoted mother and mother-in-law of Vlad Argintaru and Anne-Marie Manheim. Cherished grandmother of Daniel Argintaru. Dear sister of Coca Cretescu (the late Marian), Zizi Cohn (Rahel), the late Haia Orenstein (the late Aizig) and the late Gosi Schecter (the late Iasa). Sister-in-law of Eleonora Berku (the late Jack), Rahel Cohn and the late Edith Liveanu (the late Dorel). Special aunt of Monica Heilper (Andrei), Dida Berku (Jacob Kincler), Pini Cohen (Hilla), Dudu Cohen, Mircea Liveanu (Rodica), Naomi Kincler (Sagar Pilania), Ariel Kincler (Naomi Berkovic), together with many more grandnieces and grandnephews. Sara will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved her. Special thanks to Sara’ s caregivers, Zina and Olga and to all the Jewish Eldercare Kastner 5 staff. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W., on Friday, August 28 at 12 noon. Burial at the Farband Labour Zionist Organization Section, Kehal Israel Cemetery, D.D.O. Shiva private.
Robert Nemes
Peacefully, surrounded by his loving family, on Saturday, August 29, 2015, in his eighty-seventh year. Beloved husband of Marianna for sixty-three years. Devoted father and father-in-law of Ava and David Koenka, Sidney and Susie Nemes, Judith and Clifford Spanierman. Cherished Zaidie of Michael and Charlotte, Alison and Seth, Marissa and Evan, Jordy and Naomi, Zachary and Maura, Ashley and Sammy, Lauren, Remy and Cole. Proud and loving great-grandfather of Rosie, Jamie, Saul and Sophia. Predeceased by his parents, grandparents, and two brothers who perished in the Holocaust. Robert will be deeply missed by his family and friends. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W., on Sunday, August 30 at 3:15 p.m. Burial at the Beth Israel Congregation Section, Kehal Israel Cemetery, D.D.O. Shiva at 5633 Sabin Ave., C.S.L., from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. daily. Donations in his memory may be made to the Jewish General Hospital Foundation, (514) 340-8251.
Iris Hazan
HAZAN, Iris (nee Tawil). Wife of the late Ezra (Lazaro) Hazan. Beloved mother of David (Pearl), Annette Greenberg (Marvin) and Carol Schaefer (Ivan). Grandmother of Janine, Ralph, and David Greenberg (Estrella), Neil (Ali) and Michael (Dani) Hazan, Noah and Erica Chess. Great-grandmother of Ezra, Darren and Isaac Hazan. Daughter of the late Violet and the late Moise Tawil. Also survived by 2 brothers and 2 sisters. Will be missed by many nieces and nephews. Special thanks to the staff of Meighen Manor for their wonderful care. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean-Talon St. W. on Friday, August 28 at 2:00 p.m. Burial at the Congregation Shaar Hashomayim Cemetery, 1250 ch. de la Forêt. Shiva in Montreal at 4997 Victoria Ave. Shiva in Toronto at 44 Charles St. W. #3709 on Saturday from 7 to 9 pm, and Sunday through Wednesday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m.
