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Morris Philip Rudich
On Friday, September 11, 2015. Cherished husband and best friend of Sureka Wasserman. Beloved father and father-in-law of Reggie, Daniel and Angela. Loving grandfather of Sasha and Lucas. Devoted son of the late Eisig and the late Yetta Rudich. Dear brother of the late Claire Samuels of London, England. Brother-in-law of Gordon Samuels, Hazel and the late David Wasserman, Stephanie Kaneb and the late Gerald Benjamin Wasserman. Dearly loved and caring uncle, great-uncle, and great-great-uncle. He will be sorely missed. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W., on Wednesday, September 16 at 10:45 a.m. Burial at the Beth Tikvah Congregation Section, Kehal Israel Cemetery, D.D.O. Donations in Morris’s memory may be made to the charity of your choice.
Meyer Milstock
Milstock, Meyer. Peacefully on Friday, September 11, 2015. Loving husband of Esther for sixty-seven years. Devoted father and father-in-law of Stephen and Shirlee Milstock, Rhonda and Mark Bulgutch, and Marsha Milstock and Myron Goodman. Cherished Zaida of Jeffrey, Jami and Jessie, Melissa, Jessica and Allan, Brooks, Matthew and Zoë. Proud great-grandfather of Reid and Cali. Dear brother of the late Annette Milstock; and brother-in-law of Norman (Rena), Larry (Carol) Katz, and Sarah Katz. Meyer will be sadly missed by his nieces, nephews, relatives and by all who knew and loved him. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean-Talon St. W. on Sunday, September 13, at 1:00 p.m. Burial at the Beth Ora Congregation Section, Kehal Israel Cemetery, D.D.O. Due to the advent of Rosh Hashanah, shiva will be observed following the burial until 4:00 p.m. Donations in his memory may be made to Beth Ora Congregation, (514)748-6559.
Estelle Sacks
SACKS, Estelle (nee Miller). In her 90th year. On Friday, September 11, 2015. Wife of the late Philip Sacks. Beloved mother and mother-in-law of Stephen and Susan (Freedman), Ricky and Ella (Rotenberg), Lisa and Mark (Guay). Cherished “grandma” of Robyn Sacks and Andrew Slutzky, Michael Sacks and Debbi Safir, Ryan Sacks, Daniel Sacks and Sabrina Topor; Brad Sacks and Andrea Davidson, David Sacks and Steph Dalfen, Lindsay Sacks; Joey Halpern and fiancée Juliana Christman, Jonathan Halpern, Justin Halpern. Proud great-grandmother of Ashley and Jake Slutzky; Britney Sacks; Jonah and Chloe Sacks; Mason Sacks. Sister of the late Peter Miller; and sister-in-law of Joni Wynne. She will be sadly missed by her nieces and nephews. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean-Talon St. W. on Sunday, September 13 at 10:00 a.m. Burial at the Beth Ora Congregation Section, Kehal Israel Cemetery, D.D.O. Shiva at her son Stephen’s home. Due to the advent of Rosh Hashanah, shiva ends Sunday afternoon. The family will be receiving visitors on Wednesday and Thursday. For details, please check www.paperman.com. Contributions in her memory may be made to the “Israel Cancer Research Fund”, (514)481-2723.
Dina Lieberman
LIEBERMAN, Dina - On Thursday, September 10, 2015 at the age of 70. Daughter of the late Irving (Flash) and Sally Lieberman of Montreal. Beloved and cherished by husband Lorne Vineberg, daughters Bekkie and Flora (Cassandra), sister and sister-in-law of Betty and Ray Daoust, sister-in-law of Ron and Carla,Bruce and Reisa, and aunt Sylvia Finesilver. Predeceased by brother Jerry. Survived by her amazing friends who shared hiking in Cedarvale Ravine, the Beltline and High Park, the COC, movies, art galleries, hockey and cafes until nearly the end. Our family extends much appreciation to Drs. Ted Ross, Maureen Trudeau, Lee Manchul, Joan Murphy, Peter Ferguson, Harvey Wang, Ken Peckham, nurse Lisa Verity and the many hospital workers who cared for Dina with skill and kindness over her courageous 28 year stand-off with cancer. At Benjamin's Park Memorial Chapel, 2401 Steeles Avenue West (3 lights west of Dufferin) for service on Sunday, September 13, 2015 at 12:30 p.m. Interment Apter Section of Roselawn Cemetery. As the High Holidays pre-empt Shiva, the family will receive community between 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. and 7:30 to 9:00 p.m. on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday at 431 Salem Avenue North, Toronto. Memorial donations to the Dina Lieberman Memorial Fund c/o The Benjamin Foundation, 416-780-0324, www.benjamins.ca benefitting The BrightEnd Spirits Fund c/o Jewish Family & Child Services or to the Bruce Trail Conservancy.
Simon Beitner
BEITNER, Simon. Peacefully on Thursday, September 10, 2015 in his ninetieth year. Beloved husband of the late Regina Eisenschmidt and Pearl Wolfovitch. Cherished father and father-in-law of Victor Beitner and Leena Nahabedian, Terry Beitner and Randy Leibovitch; and step-father of Barbara and Philip Berlach, Rhona and Ross Switzman. Adored Zaidy of Alanna and Adam, Marci, and Rebecca; and step-grandfather of Samara and Ryan, David and Lizzie, Harley and Erin, Sean and Cynthia, Cory and Leora. Proud great-grandfather of Henry, Eloise, and James. Predeceased by his siblings Laibel, Eliezer, Mordechai, Miriam and Gertrude and Regina’s siblings including Esther, Aria, Simon. Brother-in-law of Anne and the late Saul Reinblatt, the late Sandor and the late Dinah Ungar, Sheila and the late Ben Wolfe. He will be dearly missed by Cindy Beitner, Sam Bienenstock (the late Phylis), Shirley and Mickey Schuman, Zev and Tova, Yona and Yaffa, the late Moishe Sarig and their families. He will be lovingly remembered by his family in Montreal, Israel, the United States and Germany, and by his dear friends. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean-Talon St. W. on Sunday, September 13 at 12:15 p.m. Burial at the Shevat Achim Congregation Cemetery, de la Savane. Due to the advent of Rosh Hashanah, shiva will be observed following the burial until 3:30 p.m. at his home. Contributions in his memory may be made to the charity of your choice.
Laura Zelikovitz
ZELIKOVITZ, Laura (née Nadler). On Sunday, September 6, 2015. Beloved wife of the late Israel "Butch" Zelikovitz. Loving mother and mother-in-law of Jeff and Patricia Zelikovitz of Toronto, Gail and Richard Youldon of England, and Joy Williamson of Longmeadow, Massachusetts. Cherished grandmother of Daniel, Benjamin, Rebecca, David and Tommy. Proud great-grandmother of Harper. Dear sister and sister-in-law of Martin and Sukie Nadler of Montreal. Laura will be sadly mourned by her nieces, nephews, family and friends. The family would like to thank the staff at the Jewish Eldercare Centre for their care and compassion, and to extend deepest gratitude to Beth Cytryn and her wonderful staff at BethCare Senior Services: Jackie, Dina, Mildred and Sonia. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W., on Wednesday, September 16 at 11:00 a.m. Burial at the Beth-El Congregation Section, Eternal Gardens Cemetery, Beaconsfield. Shiva Wednesday and Thursday at Ruby Foos Hotel, Decarie Blvd., Montreal. Contributions in Laura’s memory may be made to the Alzheimer Society of Montreal, (514) 369-0800.
Renee Shostak
SHOSTAK, Renee (nee Cohen). Peacefully with courage, surrounded by her loving family, on Thursday, September 10, 2015. Beloved wife and soulmate of Murray. Loving mother and mother-in-law of Melissa and Darryl Grant, and Ronnie Shostak. Proud and cherished Bubby of Ryan, Eric, Sydney, and Zack. Dear sister and sister-in-law of Gerry and Debbie, Mel and Kathy; Barry and Denise, and Miriam and Graham. She will be sadly missed by her nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Special thanks to Dr. Martin Gyger and his staff at the Segal Cancer Centre, Dr. Bernard Lapointe and his staff at the Palliative Care Unit of the Jewish General Hospital and the volunteers of Hope and Cope for their care and compassion. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean-Talon St. W. on Friday, September 11 at 12:00 p.m. Burial the Beth Tikvah Congregation Section, Kehal Israel Cemetery, D.D.O. Shiva at her home. Due to the advent of Rosh Hashanah, shiva ends on Sunday afternoon. Donations in her memory may be made to the “Renee Shostak Memorial Fund for Hematology Research” c/o the Jewish General Hospital Foundation, (514)340-8251.
Pearl Aronoff
ARONOFF, Pearl (née Rosemarin). October 15, 1924 – September 4, 2015. Our beloved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother passed away unexpectedly but peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, on Friday, September 4, 2015. Devoted wife of the late Jack Aronoff. Loving mother and mother-in-law of Hinda and Mark Levine, Lowell and Mary Ellen (Wood), Janet Aronoff and Philip Sherman, Karen Aronoff and Benoit St-Jacques. Cherished grandmother of Yonina and Adam, Oren and Jessica, Jared, Aidan, André, and Alex. New great-grandmother of Yael and Ayla. Youngest daughter of the late Bebe (Saginur) and the late Jacob Rosemarin. Sister of the late Rosalie Glassbourg and the late Samson Rosemarin. Pearl was a pillar of strength and wisdom for her family and friends, and continually demonstrated concern for her loved ones. She was passionate about music, dance, literature, and currents events, and, as a life-long learner, she was informed, inquisitive and opinionated. Pearl remained fiercely independent throughout her life. She will be greatly missed. The family wishes to thank the Urgence Santé team, and the staff of the Emergency and Cardiac Care Units at the Jewish General Hospital. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W., on Monday, September 7 at 1:00 p.m. Burial at Congregation Shaar Hashomayim Cemetery, 1250 ch. de la Forêt. Shiva at her home, and is private for family and friends. Contributions in Pearl’s memory may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Quebec, (514) 871-1551, or to the charity of your choice.
Irving (Bemo) Turowitz
Peacefully, surrounded by his family, on Saturday, September 5, 2015. Beloved husband of Arlene. Devoted father and father-in-law of Lisa and Eric, and Shana. Cherished Zaidie of Lauren. Dear brother and brother-in-law of Adele and the late Alex Simon, Molly and Arnie Dalfen, and the late Morris Turowitz, and brother-in-law of Florence and the late Mel Blanshay. Irving will be sadly missed by his nieces, nephews, family and friends. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W., on Monday, September 7 at 12 noon. Burial at the Beit Abraham Congregation Section, Kehal Israel Cemetery, D.D.O. Shiva at Ruby Foo’s Hotel, Monday following burial until 9 p.m., Tuesday from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Donations in his memory may be made to the charity of your choice.
Olga Mandel
MANDEL, Olga (nee Klein). Peacefully, on Shabbat, September 4, 2015, surrounded by her loving family. Beloved wife of the late Aron. Devoted mother and mother-in-law of Jeffrey and Adria. Cherished ‘Oma’ of Eliana Mandel and Sasha Carsen, Ariella and Sendy Shorser. Proud and adoring great-grandmother of Noah, Micah, and Leah. Predeceased by her sister and brother-in-law, Irene and Joseph Schnitzer. She will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved her. Special thanks to Dr. Ruby Friedman for his exceptional support and compassion, and to Gina Vitales, Lina Escrupulo and the team of caregivers for their devotion. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W., on Sunday, September 6 at 4:00 p.m. Burial at the Tifereth Beth David Jerusalem Congregation Cemetery, Tifereth Jerusalem Section, de la Savane. Shiva at 5850 Marc Chagall Ave. #104, C.S.L. Morning services Monday at 7:30 a.m., Tuesday to Friday at 6:35 a.m., evening services at 7:10 p.m. Contributions in Olga’s memory may be made to the Emunah Women of Canada, (514) 485-2397, or to the Geriatric Unit c/o the Jewish General Hospital Foundation, (514) 340-8251.
