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Jack Grischkan
GRISCHKAN, Jack. On Wednesday, March 21, 2012. Beloved husband of the late Yetta Flygel. Devoted father and father-in-law of Sam and Tsiporah, David and Debbie, Michael and Gloria. Cherished grandfather of twelve grandchildren. Proud great-grandfather of three. Predeceased by his two brothers. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W., on Friday, March 23 at 2:00 pm. Burial at the Nusach Hoari Congregation Cemetery, de la Savane. Shiva at his children’s homes in Montreal, Toronto and Ohio.
Rouben Shemie
SHEMIE, Rouben Kadoury. On Thursday, March 22, 2012. Beloved husband of Vicky for forty-five years. Devoted father and father-in-law of Lisa and Paolo, Michele and Brian, Kether and Chantal. Proud grandfather of Alessandro; Friderika, Shireen and Tina-Livia; Rouben Jon and Victoria Jane. Dear brother of Juliette Ishayek, Saida Shamai, Doreen Bashi, Milo Shemie, the late Naima, the late Naim, the late Nouri, the late Rachel Raby, the late David, the late Shlomo, the late Haron. He will be sadly missed by his many nieces, nephews, family, friends and colleagues. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W., on Friday, March 23 at 1:00 p.m. Burial at the Spanish & Portuguese Congregation Cemetery, 1250 ch. de la Forêt. Shiva to be announced. Donations in Rouben’s memory may be made to the Spanish & Portuguese Congregation, (514) 737-3695.
Bella Singer
SINGER, Bella (née Miller). Peacefully, on Wednesday, March 21, 2012 at Maimonides Geriatric Centre. Beloved wife of the late Jonas Singer. Proud mother of Dr. Rhona Keller, mother-in-law of Irving Lampert, grandmother of Allison Lampert, grandmother-in-law of Joe Makkerh and great grandmother of Simona Makkerh. Sister of the late Clara Segal, the late Frieda Schneiderman and the late Sam Miller. Her feisty spirit and warmth will be missed by all who knew and loved her. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W. on Sunday, March 25, 2012 at 11:30 a.m. Burial at the Hebrew Sick Benefit Association Cemetery, de la Savane. Shiva to be announced. In lieu of flowers, donations in Bella's memory may be made to the charity of your choice.
Douglas Ritz
RITZ, Douglas. With courage, on Wednesday, March 21, 2012. Loving husband of Carol Myrovitch-Meyers. Beloved son of Roslyn and the late Leo. Son-in-law of Mildred and Robert Meyers. Special stepfather of Robyn, Jonathan and Tova and step-grandfather Shiana and Keyhmar. Dear brother and brother-in-law of Susan Ritz and Bob Benedetti, and Marvin Meyers. Doug will be greatly missed by Brian Newman, his family, friends and all who knew him. Special thanks to his caregivers, Joyce, Maria and Cassey. Graveside service on Sunday, March 25 at 1:00 p.m., at the Farband Labour Zionist Organization Section, Kehal Israel Cemetery, D.D.O. The family will be receiving visitors at Ruby Foo’s Hotel following burial, shiva at Doug’s home Monday through Wednesday. Donations in his memory may be made to the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation of Canada, (800) 387-1479 ext.: 237, or to the Parkinson Foundation of Canada, (514) 861-4422.
Israel Mandel
MANDEL, Israel. Surrounded by his loving family in his ninetieth year, on Thursday, March 22, 2012. Dedicated and loving soul-mate of Clara Herscu for sixty-seven years. Devoted and treasured father and father-in-law of Itzhak and Rimona Mandel and Bella and Rony Revach of Israel. Proud and cherished Saba of Shawn and Jennifer, Kenny and Jo-Anna , Mony and Dina, Yael, Koby and May. Adored great-grandfather of Ashley, Lucas and Nathan, and Kaelen. Dear brother and brother-in-law of Tova Grinfeld, Rachel and Avram Jacob and Matilda Mandel. He will be fondly remembered by his extended family and friends. Funeral service from Paperman and Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W on Sunday, March 25, at 1:00 pm. Burial at the B’Nai Brith Section, Kehal Israel Cemetery, D.D.O. Shiva at the Steiger residence beginning Sunday evening from 7:00 to 9:00 pm, continuing daily from 2:00 to 4:00 and 7:00 to 9:00 pm. Donations honouring Israel's memory may be made to the Jewish General Hospital Foundation, (514) 340-8251.
Sarah Bernstein
BERNSTEIN, Sarah (née Wolfson). It is with profound sadness we announce the passing of Sarah on Wednesday, March 21, 2012. Beloved wife and soul-mate of Nat S. for seventy fabulous years. Loving and dear mother of her two sons. Daughter of the late Israel and the late Jenny Wolfson. Sister and sister-law of Sylvia and the late Abe Fish, and predeceased by Charles and Bessie Wolfson, Louis Wolfson, Claire Wolfson, Ben and Trudy Wolfson, Harry and Gertrude Wolfson and Terry Wolfson, Morton and Kathleen Wolfson. Sister-in-law of Irving and Bernice Bernstein, Al and Minnie Bernstein, Annie and the late Norman Price, Rae and the late Victor Resnick, the late Sam and the late Esther Bernstein. Her charm, her grace, her elegance, her infectious smile, and her compassion touched so many. Her sense of humour and storytelling were lifetime assets even during her illness. The family would like to express their appreciation to the Doctors, Head Nurse, Nurses, and the entire staff of the 6th floor South of the Maimonides Geriatric Centre for their exceptional care and compassion. Special thanks to her devoted caregivers Paz, Anna, Ida, and Leonora. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W., on Sunday, March 25 at 12:15 p.m. Burial at the Russian Polish Hebrew Cemetery, de la Savane. Shiva at her home Sunday 2:00 to 4:00 and 7:00 to 9:00 pm and Monday 2:00 to 4:00 and 7:00 to 9:00 pm; from Tuesday through Friday Shiva will be held in the strictest of privacy . Contributions in Sarah’s memory may be made to the Donald Berman Maimonides Foundation, (514) 483-2121, ext 2207.
Jack Grischkan
GRISCHKAN, Jack. On Wednesday, March 21, 2012. Beloved husband of the late Yetta Flygel. Devoted father and father-in-law of Sam and Tsiporah, David and Debbie, Michael and Gloria. Cherished grandfather of twelve grandchildren. Proud great-grandfather of three. Predeceased by his two brothers. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W., on Friday, March 23 at 2:00 pm. Burial at the Nusach Hoari Congregation Cemetery, de la Savane. Shiva at his children’s homes in Montreal, Toronto and Ohio.
BEN BERMAN
Service Sunday, March 29, 2009 at 11:00 AM
Obituary BERMAN, Ben. After a long illness, on Thursday, March 26th, 2009. Beloved husband of Ruth Rusk for sixty-five years. Loving father and father-in-law of Terry and Nancy of Leawood, Kansas, and Steven of Chicago. Treasured Zaida of John and Tiffany, Julia, Laura, Robin, and Karen. Proud great grandfather of Dominic and Jamie. Predeceased by his sisters, Rae Glasberg and Bessie Silverman. Brother-in-law of Miriam and Ed Berger, Elsa and the late Jack Tooberman, the late Evelyn and the late Joe Wasserman. Ben will be fondly remembered by Rita Shapiro; his nieces and nephew, Beverly Schneider, Elaine Sturm, Irwin Glasberg, and their families; and by his many dear friends. Special thanks to Catherine Lloyd of CLSC René-Cassain for her devotion, and to the staff of the 3rd Floor at the Hospital of Hope for their exceptional care and compassion. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W., on Sunday, March 29, at 11:00 a.m. Burial at the Hebrew Sick Benefit Association Cemetery, de la Savane. Shiva at his home Sunday through Tuesday, from 2 – 4 and 7 – 9 p.m. Contributions in his memory may be made to the Jewish Eldercare Centre, (514) 738-4500, ext. 2125.
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Details/Détails Shiva Sunday through Tuesday from 2 - 4 and 7 - 9 p.m. daily.
Lily Rubin
RUBIN, Lily (née Byer). On Monday, March 26, 2012 in her ninety-second year. Beloved wife of the late Jack for sixty-eight years. Dear mother and mother-in-law of Millie and Issie Karpman, Evelyn and Harvey Haber, Lorence and Frances Rubin. Daughter of the late Rachel and the late Lazar Byer. Loving and cherished Bubbie of Sheree Karpman, Randi and Daren Lach, Marla and Mark Goldenberg, Mitchell and Sylvia Haber, Elyse and Michael Toulch, Celina and Jamie Goren, Bethaney and Chris Quesnelle. Adored great-grandmother of Brendan, Daniel, Jared, Jillian, Alli, Matthew, Jonah, Ben, Adam, Ryan, Jackie, and Drew. Dear sister and sister-law of Mary Froimovitch, David and Frances Rubin, and Rosa Rubin. Predeceased by Saul and Edith Byer, Ida and Saul Rosenbloom, Harry and Leah Byer, Esther and Saul Segal, Tom Froimovitch, Sydney and Libby Rubin, Moe and Shirley Rubin, Jimmy and Lillian Rubin. Sadly mourned by her many nieces and nephews. Thank-you to the dedicated staff of the King David Residence. Special thanks to Lily Keshishian of the CLSC René-Cassin. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W., on Wednesday, March 28 at 10:00 am. Burial at the King Edward Benefit Association Section, Back River Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Berri St.. Shiva at 6950 Cote-St-Luc Rd, #1208 . Contributions in Lily’s memory may be made to the “Rhodie Blanshay Benaroch Memorial Fund” c/o Na’amat Canada Inc, 514-484-0252.
Doris Leibovitch
LEIBOVITCH, Doris (née Herscovitz). Peacefully, surrounded by her loving family on Monday, March 26, 2012. Beloved wife of the late Irving. Daughter of the late Mary and the late Rubin Herscovitz. Loving and devoted mother and mother-in-law of Bonnie and Chuck Merovitz, Billy and Cathy Leibovitch, Elli and Irwin Horner. Cherished Bubby of Lee and Debbie, Ryan, R.J., Jared, Brad, Jenna (fiancé Eric), and Evan. Special Bubby Bubby of Jack and Matt. Devoted sister and sister-law of Fran (Fritzie) Bacal, Dr. Oscar (Sonny) and the late Goldie Herscovitch, the late Sally and the late Moe Goldstein, Zelda and the late Leon Leibovitch, Roberta and the late Myer Leibovich, the late Mildred (Mickey) and the late Mo Levine, Sylvia Mendel, and Dorothy Leibovitch. She will be forever remembered by her many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. The family wishes to thank the Palliative Care team at the Jewish General Hospital for their care and compassion, especially Dr. Nicole Baird, nurses Margaret and Marie-Christine, as well as the wonderful nursing staff at Masterpiece West Island. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W., on Thursday, March 29 at 2:00 pm. Burial at the Beth Zion Congregation Section, Eternal Gardens Cemetery, Beaconsfield. Shiva at 117 Chatillon, Dollard-des-Ormeaux, from 2:00 to 4:00 pm and 7:00 to 9:00 pm. Donations in her memory may be made to “The Doris and Irving Leibovitch Fund” c/o the Jewish General Hospital Foundation, (514) 340-8251.
