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Phyllis Stern
STERN, Phyllis (née Kahne). Peacefully, with dignity and courage, surrounded by her adoring family, on Sunday, June 10, 2012. Wife, soulmate and best friend of Bernie for forty-eight years. Cherished and loving mother of Lara (Don), Meira (Mike), and Michael (Marcie). Adored and doting Gramma of Ella, Molly, Justin, Ezra, Owen, and Sayde. Dear sister and sister-in-law of Beverly (Fernando), Gary, and Evie (Joe). Devoted aunt of Michael, Stuart, Robert, Lisa, Julie, and Eli. Best friend to so many. We have learned so much from her wisdom. Her courage, selflessness, and acceptance, especially over the past four years, inspired us all. She maintained her strength, independence, and sense of humour throughout. Her beauty, love, and sense of calm will always be with us. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W., on Wednesday, June 13 at 11:00 a.m. Burial at the Baron de Hirsch Cemetery, de la Savane. Shiva at her residence from 2:00 to 4:00 and 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. Donations in her memory may be made to the “Phyllis and Bernie Stern Fund” for the Herzl Continuing Improvement Fund c/o the Jewish General Hospital Foundation, (514) 340-8251.
Maurice Ghazal
GHAZAL, Maurice. On Saturday, June 16, 2012. Beloved husband of Lydia Beck. Devoted father and father-in-law of Daniel and Linda. Dear brother and brother-in-law of Cesar and Helen Ghazal, Aimée and Victor Dayan, Felix and Susan Ghazal, the late Mayer Ghazal, and brother-in-law of Mary and the late Simon Markel, and Hyman Beck. Sadly mourned by his nieces, nephews, family and friends. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W., on Monday, June 18 at 12:00 noon. Burial at the Baron de Hirsch Cemetery, de la Savane. Shiva at his home. Contributions in his memory may be made to the “Maurice Ghazal Memorial Fund” c/o the Jewish General Hospital Foundation (514) 340-8251.
Lillie Shiff
SHIFF, Lillie (née Wener). Peacefully, in her one-hundred-and-first year, on Thursday, June 21, 2012. Beloved wife of the late Sam. Loving mother and mother-in-law of Marilyn and the late Nathan Tkatch, Howard and Mimi Shiff. Cherished Nanny of Sheldon, Jennifer, Daniel, Dori (Leslie), and Jamie. Proud great-grandmother of Sonny. Dear sister and sister-in-law of Solly Wener, Freddy and Sondra Wener, the late Louis and the late Isabelle Wener, the late Rose and the late Lou Mindel. Lillie will be sadly missed by her nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W., on Friday, June 22 at 2:00 p.m. Burial at the Adath Israel Poale Zedek Anshei Ozeroff Congregation Cemetery, Adath Israel Section, de la Savane. Shiva at 4660 Bonavista, # 604 from 2:00 to 4:00 and 7:00 to 9:00 p.m., ending the evening of Wednesday, June 27. Donations in her memory may be made to the Donald Berman Maimonides Foundation, (514) 483-2121, ext. 2207.
Irene Waxman
WAXMAN, Irene (née Singerman). On Monday, June 11, 2012. Beloved wife of the late Jack. Loving and devoted mother and mother-in-law of Franceen and Larry Retik, Beverley and Gary Shinder. Cherished Bubby of Joel Retik, Julie and Daniel Bakerman, Heather and David Hirsch, and Michele Shinder. Great-grandmother of Olivia Bakerman and Chasya Hirsch. Dear sister and sister-in-law of the late Sydney and the late Raye Singerman. Sister-in-law of Hy and the late Iona Waxman, the late Bella and the late Nat Singer, the late Molly and the late Lou Adams, Marilyn and the late Abe Waxman, Margie and the late Morris Waxman. Irene will be sadly missed by her nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Special thanks to Rachel, for her kindness, care and devotion. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W., on Wednesday, June 13 at 1:00 p.m. Burial at the Chevra Kadisha B’Nai Jacob Congregation Section, Kehal Israel Cemetery, D.D.O. Shiva at her residence from 2:00 to 4:00 and 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. Donations in her memory may be made to the “Jack and Irene Memorial Fund for Hemodialysis” c/o the Jewish General Hospital Foundation, (514) 340-8251.
Norman Coltin
COLTIN, Norman. Flying Officer, WWII. It is with great sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Norman Coltin, at home, surrounded by his family, on Tuesday, June 12, 2012. Son of the late Isaac and the late Sarah. Beloved husband and best friend of Sadie Leon. Devoted father and father-in-law of Elliot and Cheryl, and the late Leon. Very special Grandpa of Hallie, Ari, Noah and Taylor. Dear friend and brother-in-law of Sydney and Phyllis Leon of Pompano, Florida, and uncle to their sons, Leslie, David and Howard Leon. Dear uncle of Annette Solway of Toronto, and the late Ruth Geller. The family would like to thank a very special Dr. Tewfick, and to the nurses of CLSC Métro. Our grateful thanks to his devoted caregivers, Cathy Ayeras and Ajax Reyes. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W., on Friday, June 15 at 11 a.m. Burial at the Beth-El Congregation Section, Eternal Gardens Cemetery, Beaconsfield. Shiva at his home, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. daily, through Monday, June 18. Evening services at 7:30 p.m. Contributions in Norman’s memory may be made to Beit Halochem – Aid to Disabled Veterans of Israel and Victims of Terrorism, 1-800-355-1648, or visit www.beithalochem.ca.
Charlotte Neftin Lassman
NEFTIN-LASSMAN, Charlotte (née Griener). On Tuesday, July 3, 2012, in her one-hundred-and-fourth year. Beloved wife of the late Saul Neftin and the late Philip Lassman. Dear mother of the late Henry Joseph Lassman. Adored mother-in-law of Ronnie and Jack Rotter. Cherished Bubbie of Philip and Debbie, Lori Lassman, Julia and Sol Lassman-Hawrylowitz (Toronto). Proud great-grandmother of Ivanna, Matthew, and Libby. Dear sister and sister-in-law of the late Frieda and the late Joseph Silberstein. She will be sadly missed by her nephews Henri Sylvere (Diane), and Jean Sylvere (Christiane), and her other nieces and nephews. Special thanks to her wonderful caregivers Connie, Tess and Edna, as well as to the 6th floor staff of Maimonides Geriatric Centre. Graveside service on Wednesday, July 4 at 10:00 a.m., at the Hebrew Sick Benefit Association Cemetery, de la Savane. Donations in her memory may be made to the Donald Berman Maimonides Foundation, (514) 483-2121, ext 2207. Arrangements entrusted to Paperman & Sons.
Nita Deitcher (Levy)
DEITCHER (LEVY), Nita (née Lubelsky). It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our mother, Nita Deitcher on Monday July 2, 2012. Beloved wife and best friend of the late Nathan (Nate). Predeceased by her dear sister Trudi Zeligman. Nita will be deeply missed by her children Margot Simpson, and Michael Levy (Gloria), as well as by her grandchildren Jessica (Shaun), Dylan, Jake, and Samantha. Nita was a wonderful, caring, generous and devoted wife, mother, grandmother and friend. She was also a dedicated animal lover who never went out the door without dog biscuits in her pocket. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W., on Thursday, July 5 at 10:00 a.m. Burial at the Maple Grove Section, Mount Royal Cemetery. Shiva at her son’s home. Contributions in Nita’s memory may be made to the “Nita Deitcher Fund” c/o the SPCA, (866) 888-7722, www.spca.com, or to the Canadian Cancer Society, (888) 939-3333, www.cancer.ca.
Joseph Sandell
SANDELL, Joseph. On Saturday, June 2, 2012. Husband of the late Betty Shiffer. Beloved father of Harriet. Brother of the late Godfrey, the late Lillian Hart, the late Sydney, the late Marian Bryant, the late Leonard. Loving uncle of Daphne Zeitz. Sadly mourned by his other nieces and nephews. Special thanks to Annette and Tamika, Thuvia, Dulcie and Mary, and to the staff of 6 South at Maimonides Geriatric Centre for their care and devotion. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W., on Wednesday, June 6 at 1:00 p.m. Burial at the Young Israel of Chomedey Congregation Section, Mount Pleasant Cemetery, Duvernay. Shiva to be announced. Contributions in his memory may be made to the Donald Berman Maimonides Foundation, (514) 483-2121 ext.: 2207.
Gerry Postelnik
POSTELNIK, Gerald William (Gerry). On Thursday, June 7, 2012. Devoted husband of the late Phyllis Schneiderman. Beloved father and father-in-law of Aaron and Jennifer Postelnik, Elissa and Jack Mizrahi, Jordana and Cliff Berish. Adoring grandfather of Shoshana and Sam Postelnik; Jesse and David Feldman, Jillian and Isis Mizrahi; Aly, Nicky, Robby and Jacqui Berish. Dear brother of Clifford. Son of the late Ann and the late Irving “The Barber” Postelnik. He will be missed by Steven Feldman. The family would like to thank Zora, Angel and Jackie for their friendship, support and care. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W., on Friday, June 8 at 1:00 p.m. Burial at Congregation Shaar Hashomayim Cemetery, 1250 chemin de la Forêt, Outremont. Shiva at 39 rue Radisson, D.D.O. Contributions in his memory may be made to the “Gerry and Phyllis Postelnik Endowment Fund” c/o the Jewish General Hospital Foundation, (514) 340-8251.
Clara Lerner
LERNER, Clara (nee Mazur). On Sunday, June 3, 2012, with her daughters – Sima Lerner and Lenna Lerner – by her side. Predeceased by her husband, Rubin. She leaves behind her four grandsons, Adrian, Jordan, Daniel and Morgan. Graveside service on Tuesday, June 5 at 10:00 a.m. at the Farband Labour Zionist Association Cemetery, de la Savane. Arrangements entrusted to Paperman & Sons.
Rachel Vinegar
VINEGAR, Rachel (Ray) (née Lipenholtz). This kind and gentle lady passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 31, 2012. Much beloved and dear wife of the late Red (Isadore). Loving mother and mother-in-law of Alissa and Barry Katsof, and the late Howard Vinegar. Cherished grandma of Alhena and Benny, Erika and Brian. Dearest sister and sister-in-law of the late Jeanne and the late Irving Greenfeig. Sister-in-law of Rosabel and the late Sam Turner, the late Moe and the late Esther Vinegar, the late Fanny Weinstein Freedman and the late Mitchell (Sonny) Weinstein, and the late Dan Freedman. Very special thanks to her compassionate caregivers Delnesia, Alicia, Sarah, and Colisa for their devotion, and to Aki for her friendship. Sincere thanks to the doctors, nurses and staff of 6NW at the Jewish General Hospital and the staff of the Castel Royale. She will be lovingly remembered by Rosabel Turner, Pauline and Reuben Richman, her nieces, nephews, family and many close friends. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W., on Sunday, June 3 at 3:00 p.m. Burial at the Adath Israel Poale Zedek Cemetery, Poale Zedek Section, de la Savane. Shiva at her home on Sunday evening, and Monday through Thursday after 2:00 p.m. Contributions in Ray’s memory may be made to the “Howard Vinegar Memorial Fund” c/o Canadian Friends of The Hebrew University of Jerusalem, (514) 932-2133, or to the Geriatrics Division c/o the Jewish General Hospital Foundation, (514) 340-8251.
