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Sam Kashner
With dignity and courage, on Monday, November 2, 2015, in his ninety-ninth year. Devoted husband of the late Sarah Rappaport. Beloved father of Sheila Kashner and Linda Greiss. Cherished grandfather of Barbie Greiss and Jordie Gledhow, Tammy Greiss and David Carey. Proud great-grandfather of Benjamin and Sarah Gledhow; Evan and Luke Carey. Predeceased by his siblings and their spouses, Issie and Jennie Kashner, Jennie and Benny Dalkin, Lily and Sam Eisman, Ida and Jacob Witcov; and by his brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Mike and Sophie Rappaport, Etta and Sam Hubscher, Moe and Anne Rappaport, Jack and Ray Rappaport, Louis and Helen Rappaport, Hyman and Jennie Rappaport, David and Sarah Rappaport. He will be fondly remembered by his many nieces, nephews, and all who knew him. The family extends a heartfelt thank you to the staff of 4 South at Maimonides Geriatric Centre for their exceptional care and support. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W., on Thursday, November 5 at 1:00 p.m. Burial at the Independent Hebrew Cemetery, de la Savane. Shiva at his home through Monday evening. Contributions in Sam’s memory may be made to the Donald Berman Maimonides Foundation, (514) 483-2121 ext.: 2207.
Marcelle Levy
On Tuesday, November 3, 2015. Beloved wife of Henri Levy for seventy-one years. Devoted mother and mother-in-law of Victor and Nicole, Joseph and Susan. Cherished Nona of Regina, Gabriella and Micah Levy; Sara and Adam Ray, Jeremy and Sabrina Levy. Loving great-grandmother of Emma and Joshua Ray. Dear sister and sister-in-law of Andrée and the late Maurice Donay, the late Benoit and the late Yolande Chalom, the late Lucy and the late Albert Cohen, the late Esther and the late Ugo Mieli, the late Rachel and the late Adrian Cohen, and sister-in-law of Rebecca and the late Sion Betito, Marie Gold, Lily Unger, Marie Medalsy and the late Nathan Levy, the late Max and the late Jeanne Levy, the late Suzanne and the late Joseph Schinasi. She will be fondly remembered by her nieces, nephews, family and friends. Special thanks to Dr. Jeff Prchal and the staff of Oncology Department at St. Mary’s Hospital. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W., on Thursday, November 5 at 11:00 a.m. Burial at the Spanish & Portuguese Congregation Cemetery, 1250 ch. de la Forêt. Shiva strictly private. Contributions in her memory may be made to the “Marcelle Levy Memorial Fund for Cancer Care” c/o St. Mary’s Hospital Foundation, (514) 734-2694.
Mary Froimovitch
FROIMOVITCH, Mary (nee Byer). In her 101st year, on Monday, November 2, 2015. Beloved wife of the late Tom. Most devoted and cherished mother and mother-in-law of Zelda (Zee) and Irving Rabin. Doting and most admired grandmother of Robert William. Predeceased by her precious granddaughter Suzanne Renée. Predeceased by her siblings and their spouses Sol and Edith Byer, Chaya and Shlomo Rosenbloom, Esther and Saul Segal, Harry and Leah Byer, Lily and Jack Rubin, Max and Eunice Freemovitch, Harry and Anna Froimovitch. Mary will be sadly missed by her many nieces, nephews, and by all who knew and loved her. A very heartfelt thank you to all the staff of Maimonides for their exceptional care. The family wishes to extend sincere and profound gratitude to Zele, Candy, and Mulu for all their kindness, compassion and devotion to Mary in her final years. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean-Talon St. W. on Wednesday, November 4 at 12:00 p.m. Burial at the Montreal Workers’ Circle Cemetery, de la Savane. Shiva at her daughter’s home, from 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. daily. Contributions in her memory may be made to the “Suzanne Renée Rabin Memorial Fund” c/o Na’amat Canada Inc., (514) 484-0252.
Walter Kober
On Saturday, October 31, 2015. Beloved husband of the late Ruth Tischler. Devoted father of Gary Kober and Andrea Kober. Cherished grandpa of Lisa, Leona, Alannah, and David. Proud great-grandfather of Lila. Dear brother of the late Margot Barnard, and brother-in-law of Harry and Pauline Tischler, Merle Tischler, the late Sam and the late Hetty Tischler. Cousin of Fred Patton. Walter will be sadly missed by his nieces, nephews, family, and all who knew him. The family would like to thank the doctors, nurses, and staff of 7W at the Jewish General Hospital for their exceptional care and compassion. Heartfelt gratitude to Claudia Carbonneau, Derlie Roland, Valerie Lacasse, and the staff of CLSC Saint-Laurent. Special thanks to his dear friends, Daisy Khoo-Marleau, Mr. Wu and Ed Pearo for their loving support. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W., on Tuesday, November 3 at 1:00 p.m. Burial at the Beit Abraham Congregation Section, Kehal Israel Cemetery, D.D.O. Shiva at 6702 McLynn Ave. Please call Gary if you are planning to attend the shiva before 3:00 p.m. Donations in his memory may be made to the Jewish General Hospital Foundation (for 7W), (514) 340-8251.
Oscar Greenberg
GREENBERG, Oscar. Peacefully at home on Friday, October 30, 2015, at the age of 90. Loving husband and best friend of Sandra Kanner for 57 years. Cherished father and father-in-law of Elaine Greenberg, Joyce and Robert Weiss. Proud Zaidie Ozzie of Jared, Sydney, and Dylan Weiss. Brother and brother-in-law of the late Percy Greenberg, the late Gerry and the late Irwin Hockenstein. Dear brother-in-law of Howard and Susan Kanner, Marilyn and Robert Cohen. Oscar will be fondly remembered by his many nieces and nephews, family and friends. Special thanks to the staff of the CLSC Saint-Laurent for their care and devotion. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean-Talon St. W. on Monday, November 2 at 2:00 p.m. Burial at the Young Israel of Chomedey Section, Mount Pleasant Cemetery, Duvernay. Shiva at his home. Contributions in his memory may be made to the charity of your choice.
Evelyne Dahan
DAHAN, Evelyne (née Ettedgui). On Saturday, October 31, 2015. Wife of the late Messod Dahan. Beloved mother and mother-in-law of Micaël and fiancée Stephanie Beal, Ariel and Patricia, Myriam and Ronald Reuben. Cherished “Mémé” of Joshua, and Daniel; Jordan, Joel, and Jaden; Emma, and Aidan. Dear sister of Michal Benabou and Lydia Bensoussan, and sister-in-law of Isaac Dahan, Renée Elfassy, Meyer Dahan, Olga King, Yolande Nisenholc, and Raphaël Dahan. She will be sadly missed by her many nieces, nephews, family and friends. Funeral service and burial will take place in Jerusalem, Israel. Shiva in Israel. Contributions in Evelyne’s memory may be made to the charity of your choice.
Rose Trottenberg (Nee Feldman)
TROTTENBERG, Rose (nee Feldman). Peacefully surrounded by her loving family, on Thursday, November 5, 2015, in her 98th year. Devoted wife of the late Saul. Cherished mother and mother-in-law of Jack and Ricky Trottenberg, Freda Isenberg, the late Marilyn Dascal. Loving Bubby of Rhonda Isenberg and Jordana Isenberg; Samantha Dascal and Jeffrey Wiseman, Jamie Dascal and Wendy Entwistle; Faith Trottenberg and Jeff Rosen, Cheryl Trottenberg, Brian Trottenberg and Dr. Lenny Lalla, Tracey Trottenberg and George Kansas, Howard Trottenberg and Anna Lombardi. Honorary Bubby to Robyn Israel, Marla Israel, and Joanna Adam. Proud “Grubby” of Lauren and Haylee Wiseman, and Zachary Dascal. Predeceased by her siblings Irving, Mac, Saul, and Shirley. Lovingly remembered by her many nieces, nephews, family and friends. Graveside service on Sunday, November 8 at 2:30 p.m. at the Kehal Yeshurun Section (C-7), Tifereth Beth David Jerusalem Congregation Cemetery, de la Savane. Shiva at her son’s home in Montreal and at her daughter’s home in Toronto. Contributions in her memory may be made to the “Rose Trottenberg Memorial Fund” c/o the Jewish General Hospital Foundation, 514-340-8251. Arrangements entrusted to Paperman & Sons.
Gerry Waldston
Peacefully, at his home in Toronto, on Thursday, November 5, 2015, at the age of ninety-two. Beloved husband of Shimona Gelman. Devoted father of Ronny Waldston and Sandra Baltodano, Danny Waldston and Sara Heppner, Ilana Waldston and Dr. Ted Rogovein. Cherished grandfather of Jessica, Robert, Michael, Gabriel and Michelle; Dalia, Nikki and Tessa; Miranda and Leora. Gerry was a quick wit, a master bridge player, a renowned stamp collector, and a delightful human being who will be terribly missed. He made people smile and feel welcome. Funeral service at Benjamin's Park Memorial Chapel, 2401 Steeles Avenue West, Toronto on Sunday, November 8 at 10:00 a.m. Interment at Pardes Shalom Cemetery. Shiva on Monday and Tuesday in Toronto, at 321 Betty Ann Drive, M2R 1B4, and in Montreal on Wednesday from 7 to 9 p.m. and Thursday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at 5655 Queen Mary Rd., Hampstead H3X 1X2. Morning service on Friday at 8:00 a.m. and evening services at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday. Memorial donations may be made to the "Gerry Waldston Memorial Fund" c/o The Benjamin Foundation, 416-780-0324, www.benjamins.ca.
Frances Rappaport
RAPPAPORT, Frances (nee Atkin). Our family lost its cherished Matriarch suddenly, unexpectedly, and all too soon, on Tuesday, November 3, 2015. Treasured daughter of the late Issie Atkin and the late Bertha Miller. A devoted wife, she is finally now reunited with her soulmate, the late Lionel (Lyon Judah) Rappaport. Most beloved and respected mother and mother-in-law of Derek and Sharon, Jamie and Marlena, Buddy and Charna. Adored and adoring Bubbie of Sam, Gabby, Jonah, Jake, Matthew, Brody, Liv, Harlow, and Maddie. Dearest sister and sister-in-law of Evelyn and Marvin Lipstein, the late Judy and the late Leslie Simon; and sister-in-law of the late Nat and the late Claire Rappaport, Vicky and Leo Steinberg. Frances will be greatly missed by her nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, cousins, and countless friends. Very special thanks to Cora and Quizlaine for their devoted care. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean-Talon St. W. on Sunday, November 8 at 10:00 a.m. Burial at the New Memorial Park Section, Baron de Hirsch Cemetery, de la Savane. Shiva at her sister Evelyn’s home on Sunday following burial and from 7 to 9 p.m., Monday through Wednesday evening, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. daily. Evening services at 7:30 p.m. Contributions in her memory may be made to the “Frances and Lionel Rappaport Memorial Fund” c/o the Jewish General Hospital Foundation, 514-340-8251.
Masza Wulkan
WULKAN, Masza (née Jawicz). A survivor of the Siege of Leningrad. Surrounded by her family on Tuesday, November 17, 2015, in her ninety-fifth year. Beloved wife of the late Szymon. Devoted mother and mother-in-law of Anna and the late Peter Brojde, Maks Wulkan and Diane Grossman. Cherished grandma of Ari and Robyn, Karen and Ryan, and Alexander. Proud great-grandmother of Bryson, Brigitte, Leopold, and Everdeen. Predeceased by her sisters and brother. She will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her. Special thanks to the staff of Place Kensington for their care and compassion. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W., on Thursday, November 19 at 12 noon. Burial at Congregation Shaar Hashomayim Cemetery, 1250 ch. de la Forêt. Shiva private. Contributions in Masza’s memory may be made to the “Peter Brojde Centre for Lung Cancer” c/o the Jewish General Hospital Foundation, (514) 340-8251.
