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Lois Issenman Tucker
ISSENMAN TUCKER, Lois (nee Gold). Peacefully on September 22, 2015. Beloved wife of Stanley Tucker and the late Peter Issenman. Devoted mother and mother-in-law of Mark Issenman and Lynn Landis, John Issenman and Lois Kyle-Issenman, Gerald Issenman and Sherri Trager, Francie Issenman and Steve Brown, Sally Issenman, Gail Issenman and Robin Chemtov, the late Howard Issenman. Stepmother of Peter and Jeremie Tucker, Naomi and George Adam, Judith and Gary Jones. Dear sister and sister-in-law of Trudy and the late David Asch; and sister-in-law of Doris and the late Harry Schwartz. Cherished “Gramma” of Sarah and Mathias Salamon, Pamela Issenman; Joshua and Becky Issenman; Ryan Issenman, Katherine Issenman and fiancé Matt Fellner , Michael Issenman; Max , Beatrice and Clara Chemtov; Heather and Ryan Vernon, Great Grand Children Eric and Ada–Michelle Tucker; Paul Adam. Cherished nieces Marlene Caplan, Debbie Zuckerman (nee Caplan, Andrea Caplan, and nieces Leanne and Donna (nee Issenman). Special thanks to Drs. Michael Malus, Nathalie Johnson, Peter Kavan, Michael Dworkind, David Melnychuk, Golda Tradounska and Roger Ghoche, to nurses Katherine, Lidia and to her caregivers Gina and Thelma. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean-Talon St. W. on Thursday, September 24 at 1:00 p.m. Burial at the Temple Emanu-El Beth Sholom Congregation Section, Eternal Gardens Cemetery, Beaconsfield. Shiva at her son’s home. Donations in her memory may be made to Mount Sinai Hospital Foundation (514) 369-2222 ext., 1299 or on-line at www.mountsinaifoundation.org
Lucy Morris
MORRIS, Lucy (nee Rivlin). Peacefully, on Saturday, September 26, 2015, in London, UK. Beloved wife of the late Norman Morris. Loving mother and mother-in-law of Dr. David Morris and Pepita Capriolo, Jackie Morris and the late Martin Seifert, Nick and Veronica Morris, Vanessa Morris and Andrew Millett. Proud grandmother of nine and great-grandmother of two great granddaughters. Funeral service and burial on Thursday, October 1 in London, UK. Shiva at her son David’s home. Due to the festival of Succoth, shiva commences Tuesday evening, October 6.
Allan Phillip Magonet
With dignity, on Sunday, September 27, 2015. Beloved husband of Malka Szpilakowski for fifty-three years. Cherished and devoted father and father-in-law of Michael and Kim, Stephanie Magonet and Morty Shapiro. Loving Zaidie of Alexandra, and Jara; Joshua Louis, Lila Rebecca, Oren Abraham, and Yael Janna. Brother and brother-in-law of Martin and Wilma Magonet, the late Harold and the late Beattie Magonet. Allan will be lovingly remembered by family and friends. Graveside service on Sunday, September 27 at 2:00 p.m., at the Beit Abraham Congregation Section, Kehal Israel Cemetery, D.D.O. Due to the Festival of Succoth, there will be no shiva. Contributions in his memory may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, (514) 255-5151.
Edward Schachter
SCHACHTER, Edward. It is with great regret that we announce the passing of Edward (Avraham) Schachter after a brief illness on Tuesday, September 29, 2015, at his home. Eddy was born in a small town near Prague Czechoslovakia in 1931. Survived by his dear sister Frida Lebovitz and his loving niece Esther Hecht, all of Haifa Israel. Predeceased by his sister Sarah Rivka Oratch. His parents Yoel and Esther Schachter, his younger brothers, Shimon and Yitzchak, and the majority of his immediate family perished tragically in the Holocaust. He will be fondly remembered by his many other nieces and nephews and extended family in Israel and U.S.A. Eddy came to Montreal in 1948 and built a number of enterprises and countless friendships. He dedicated his life to helping others, with a special focus on children and their needs. He was known as the “Candyman” of Tifereth Beth David Jerusalem Synagogue, and brought smiles to thousands of children’s faces. His good work under the banner of the Honor Aid Society will never be forgotten by the multitude of people that he helped and supported Funeral service took place from Paperman & Sons, in Montreal on Wednesday, September 30. Burial will take place at the Har Hamenuhot Cemetery, gush 31 in Jerusalem on Thursday, October 1 at approximately 5 p.m. Shiva at his sister’s home in Israel. Due to the festival of Succoth commences Monday evening, October 5. Eddy was a child survivor – kept alive by a variety of incredible acts of kindness by his countrymen and a series of miracles, amidst the horrors that surrounded him in those terrible times. May his memory be a blessing for us all.
Jay Leibovitch
LEIBOVITCH, Jay. Suddenly on September 28, 2015 in his fifty-ninth year. Beloved father and father-in-law of Aaron and Aviva, Matthew, and Rebecca Leibovitch. Cherished Zaidie of Yoni. Son of Ruby and Zahava Leibovitch. Dear brother and brother-in-law of Jordana and Michael Leiberman. Jay will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean-Talon St. W. on Friday, October 2 at 11:00 a.m. Burial at the Beit Abraham Congregation Section, Kehal Israel Cemetery, D.D.O. Shiva at 313 Hurteau, D.D.O. Due to the festival of Succoth, shiva commences on Tuesday, October 6. Donations in his memory may be made to the MAB-Mackay Foundation, (514) 488-0043.
Edith Ricsei
RICSEI, Edith (nee Fuchs). On Friday, October 2, 2015. Wife of the late Andrew Ricsei. Sister of the late Lily Fuchs. Beloved aunt of Eva Lavner of Sweden. Dear cousin of Peter Rosenberg of Toronto. She will be lovingly remembered by the staff of Maison Paternelle. Graveside service on Sunday, October 4 at 10:00 a.m. at the Baron de Hirsch Cemetery, de la Savane. Arrangements entrusted to Paperman & Sons.
Raye Bye
BYE, Raye (nee Gulbas). Peacefully, on Sunday, September 27, 2015. Wife of the late Abe Bye. Beloved mother and mother-in-law of Michael and Jeanne Bye, Sandy and Mark Richler, David and Sharon Bye. Cherished ‘Nana’ of Liora and Daniel Shapiro; Justine, and Drake Bye. Proud great-grandmother of Tehila, Shayna, and Gila Shapiro. Dear sister and sister-in-law of Sylvia and the late Dominick Iaconetti, Dora and the late Lou Weiner, and sister-in-law of the late Edith Bye. She will be greatly missed by her nieces, nephews, family and friends. The family would like to thank the exceptional staff of the West Island Palliative Care Residence for their love and devotion. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W., on Thursday, October 1 at 12 noon. Burial at the Beth Tikvah Congregation Section, Kehal Israel Cemetery, D.D.O. Shiva at her home. Due to the festival of Succoth, shiva commences Tuesday evening, October 6. Contributions in her memory may be made to the West Island Palliative Care Residence Foundation, (514) 693-1718.
Sophie Schachter
SCHACHTER, Sophie (nee Podhoretz). On Saturday, October 3, 2015. Beloved wife of the late Nathan. Loving mother of the late Celia Shore. Grandmother of the late Sean Marcus Shore and the late Samantha Lea Shore. Special thanks to her caregiver, Celia and the staff of Maimonides Geriatric Centre. Sophie was a Holocaust survivor and a proud active member of the Beth Ora Synagogue. She was loved dearly by many friends. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W., on Wednesday, October 7 at 1:00 p.m. Burial at the Beth Ora Congregation Section, Kehal Israel Cemetery, D.D.O.
Manuel Gordon
On Saturday, October 3, 2015. Beloved husband of Natasha Applebaum and the late Phyllis Chodos. Loving stepdad of Shari Crystal-Altman, Brian and Shana Crystal, Todd and Felicia Crystal. Dear father of Pamela Gordon, Gail and Steven Oliver. Proud grandfather of Matthew (Alyssa), and Hayli Altman; Adam, and Brittany Crystal; Ethan, and Paige Crystal; Walker, and Jillian Oliver. Dear brother and brother-in-law of Issie and Naomi Gordon, Shirley and Sonny Finkelstein, and predeceased by Rita and Saul Weinberg, Bernice and Norman Rubinsky, Naomi and Arthur Bernstein. The family would like to acknowledge Dr. Ann Walling and the staff of the Cardiac Floor at the Jewish General Hospital for their exceptional and loving care. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W., on Wednesday, October 7 at 10 a.m. Burial at the Temple Emanu-El-Beth Sholom Congregation Section, Eternal Gardens Cemetery, Beacosnfield. Shiva at 229 rue Trinidad, D.D.O. Due to the festival of Succoth, shiva commences Wednesday afternoon, October 7. Shiva hours: Wednesday and Thursday from 2 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m., and Friday from 2 to 5 p.m. Donations in his memory may be made to the “Manny Gordon Memorial Fund” c/o the Jewish General Hospital Foundation, (514) 340-8251.
Simmy Berish
BERISH, Simmy - Peacefully after a brief illness on Saturday, October 3, 2015 in his 85th year. Beloved husband of the late Vivian (nee Wasserman). Proud father and father- in-law of Cliff and Jordana, and Marlene. Dear brother of Hazel and the late Gilda. Adoring Zaida of Matthew, Aly, Nicky, Robby, and Jacqui. Cherished son of the late Eddie and Laura. Much loved uncle to many nieces and nephews. A graveside service will be held at Pardes Shalom Cemetery Community Section on Wednesday, October 7, 2015 at 11:00 a.m. Shiva at the home of Cliff and Jordana, 26 Joshua Court, Thornhill. HBB
Dr. Sydney Wise
WISE, Dr. Sydney. With courage and dignity, on Tuesday, October 6, 2015. Beloved husband of Cecile for fifty-two years. Loving father and father-in-law of Stephen and Betty Sue, and Helene. Proud and cherished Papa of Meagan, Samantha, Kenny, Spencer, Dylan, and Zach. Dear brother and brother-in-law of Ruth and the late Albert Sheiner, the late Sam and the late Anne Wise. He will be greatly missed by his nieces, nephews, family and friends. Special thanks to Drs. Marie Vanhuyse, Golda Tradounsky, Mohammed Al-Ghamdi, and to all the wonderful staff of the Mount Sinai Hospital. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean-Talon St. W. on Thursday, October 8 at 12:00 p.m. Burial at the Montreal Workers’ Circle Section, Kehal Israel Cemetery, D.D.O. Shiva at his daughter’s home on Thursday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m., Friday from 2 to 4 p.m. and Sunday from 2 to 9 p.m. Donations in his memory may be made to the Mount Sinai Hospital Foundation, (514)369-2222 ext. 1299. Through his work as an educator Syd touched and changed the lives of so many of his students and their families.
