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Morton Randolph
RANDOLPH, Morton. Peacefully, on Saturday, October 27, 2012. Beloved husband of Frances for fifty-one years. Loving and devoted father and father-in-law of Andrea and Randy, Mark and Renee, and Beth. Cherished Zaidie of Hannah, Rachel, Ryan, Allison, Dylan, Julia and Shane. Brother and brother-in-law of Seymour and the late Roslyn Rosen, and brother-in-law of Jerry and Rhoda Dubin. Son of the late David and the late Hilda Randolph. Son-in-law of the late Jack and the late Sophie Dubin. Morty will be sadly missed by his nieces, nephews, family and many friends. Special thanks to the ‘angels’ of the 3rd floor at Maimonides Geriatric Centre, who treated him with dignity and loving care. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W., on Monday, October 29 at 3 p.m. Burial at the Back River Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Berri St. Shiva at 5825 Shalom Ave. (reception room), C.S.L., from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. daily. Donations in his memory may be made to Alzheimer Group (A.G.I.), (514) 485-7233, or to Donald Berman Maimonides Foundation, (514) 483-2121 ext.: 2207.
Ruth Packer
PACKER, Ruth (Risa). Peacefully, on Monday, October 29, 2012 with her family by her side. Beloved daughter of the late Saul and the late Bella Packer. Precious and loving sister of Paul (Joan), Beatrice, and the late Dr. Miriam (Mossy). Loving aunt of Morrie (Donna), Karen (Brian), Robert (Karen). Fondly remembered by their children; Shane, Josh, Noah, Emily, Cole, and Brooke. Ruth was a respected and devoted social worker who was loved by all who had the good fortune to know her. A very special thank you to the doctors, nurses and staff of the Palliative Care Unit at the Lachine General Hospital for their exceptional care and compassion. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W., on Thursday, November 1, at 1:00 p.m. Burial at the New Memorial Park Cemetery, de la Savane. Shiva at the Beth-El Congregation, 1000 Lucerne Road, on Thursday until 8:00 p.m., Friday, until 12:00 p.m., and on Sunday until 8:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions in her memory may be made to Palliative Care, c/o the Lachine Hospital Foundation, (514) 934-1934, ext. 77333.
Boris Rabinovitch
RABINOVITCH, Boris. Peacefully, on Thursday, November 15, 2012, surrounded by his family. Beloved husband of Dina Torban for sixty years. Father and father-in-law of Irina and Yaakov, Anna and Eugene, Elena and Paul. Grandfather of Michael, Miriam, Daniil, and Rebecca. Great-grandfather of Jacob. Brother-in-law of Mark and Ludmila. He will be sadly missed by family and friends. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W., on Friday, November 16, at 11:00 a.m. Burial at the Beit Abraham Congregation Section, Kehal Israel Cemetery, D.D.O. Shiva private. In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be made to the St. Mary’s Hospital Foundation, (514) 734-2694.
Anna Kurtos
Peacefully, at home, on Friday, November 16, 2012. Beloved daughter of Jeno and the late Kati Kurtos. Loving mother and mother-in-law of Stephen Cooperman, Jill (Cooperman) and David Spear. She will be greatly missed by her family, friends and all who knew her. Special thanks to Dr. David Small for his exceptional dedication, support and compassion. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W., on Monday, November 19 at 12 noon. Burial at the Independent Hebrew Sick Benefit Association Cemetery, de la Savane. Shiva at her home, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. through Thursday evening. Donations in her memory may be made to the "Anna Kurtos Memorial Fund" c/o the Jewish General Hospital Foundation, (514) 340-8251.
Michael Safran
On Saturday, November 17, 2012. Beloved father and father-in-law of Sheri Safran and Mike Kirakossian, Joanne Safran and Tony Sampson. Cherished Zaida of Jordan, Joshua, Brittany and Aaron Kirakossian; Stephanie and Loucas Sampson. Son of the late Harry and the late Beatrice Safran. Dear brother and brother-in-law of Dr. Peter and Miriam Safran. Former husband of the late Thelma Cohen. Soul mate of the late Françoise Thériault. Sadly mourned by his nieces and nephews. He will be missed by Stephane and Monica. Many thanks to Esther Dajczman and Dr. Lama Sakr for their care and compassion. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W., on Monday, November 19 at 1:00 p.m. Burial at the House of Israel Congregation Section, Kehal Israel Cemetery, D.D.O. Shiva at 6077 rue David-Lewis, C.S.L. Contributions in his memory may be made to the “Michael Safran Memorial Fund” c/o the Jewish General Hospital Foundation, (514) 340-8251.
Abraham Brzezinski
Peacefully, on Sunday, November 18, 2012, in Montreal. Beloved husband of Pola for sixty-one years. Loving and devoted father and father-in-law of Lou and Marcie, Esther (Fernando). Cherished Zaidie of Jack, Michael, Sarah and David. Predeceased by his four siblings. Abie will be sadly missed by his family and all who knew him. The family would like to thank the staff of Jewish Eldercare Centre and St. Mary’s Hospital for their exceptional care and compassion. Special thanks to Joan for her love and devotion. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W., Montreal, on Tuesday, November 20 at 11 a.m. Burial at the Chevra Thilim Pinsker Congregation Cemetery, de la Savane. Shiva at 1142 Marlatt St., Saint-Laurent, from 2 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. daily, and at 62 Riverside Blvd., Thornhill, ON, commencing Thursday, November 22, from 2 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. daily. Donations in his memory may be made to the Alzheimer Society of Montreal, (514) 369-0800.
David Rubin
RUBIN, David (BA, MA). WWII Veteran. Suddenly, on Sunday, November 18, 2012, surrounded by his family, in his ninety-sixth year. Beloved husband of Frances Levitt for sixty-five years. Loving and devoted father and father-in-law of Mark and Halina, Elaine Golick, Joyce and Michael Siroky. Cherished grandfather of Tara Rebecca, Julie, Jeffrey, Howard and Philip. Dear brother and brother-in-law of Rosa and the late Jimmy and the late Lillian, the late Sydney and the late Libby, the late Jack and the late Lily, and the late Moe and the late Shirley Rubin; and brother-in-law of Essie and the late Charles Linder. David will be sadly missed by his nieces, nephews, family and friends. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W., on Wednesday, November 21 at 11:00 a.m. Burial at the Chevra Kadisha B’nai Jacob Congregation Section, Kehal Israel Cemetery, D.D.O. Shiva at his home, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. daily. Donations in his memory may be made to the Frances and David Rubin Foundation, c/o Mr. Mark Rubin, 110 rue Richer, Lachine, QC H8R 1R2, (514) 369-8980.
Ian Crystal
CRYSTAL, Ian. 1966-2012. It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Ian Crystal, on Wednesday, November 14, 2012, in New Orleans. A brilliant scholar and dedicated teacher. Beloved son of Phyllis and the late Louis Crystal, and cherished brother and brother-in-law of Michael Crystal and Dr. Tracey Thompson. Uncle to Julia and James Crystal; grandson of the late William and the late Freida Crystal, and the late Louis and the late Jenny Whitzman; nephew of Hy and Charlotte Crystal, Delores Breitman and Eddie Helpman; Bert and Tanya Whitzman, Earl and Dollie Whitzman. Ian will be missed by Phyllis's partner of many years, Joe Jam, as well as by his special cousins Nancy and Louis Breitman, and by his other cousins and family. Ian Crystal’s passion for ancient philosophy was ignited in his first year of undergraduate studies at the University of King’s College in Halifax, N.S. His graduate studies took him to King’s College in London, England, where he earned his PhD in 1996 and that same year joined the faculty at Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge where he taught until his death. His primary interest as a researcher and teacher was Plato, Aristotle, and the later Greek tradition. His publications include a book on the problem of self-intellection in Greek thought from Parmenides through Plotinus, which is considered to be an important contribution to the literature on cognition and the philosophy of mind. He wrote articles on Plato and Plotinus, and produced translations of the Neo-Platonic philosopher Proclus and the Greek commentator Elias. For several years he did extensive editorial work on the series Ancient Commentators on Aristotle. Faculty colleagues recall Ian Crystal’s wicked and irreverent sense of humour, his pursuit of justice and dedication to his students. He insisted that junior faculty members be treated fairly, and set high standards for his students, a number of whom have gone on to pursue graduate studies around the world. Students recall that he was a fierce advocate for them inside and outside the university, and would organize special classes in Ancient Greek for students who wanted more than the regular course offerings allowed. A new book on Plato’s Gorgias was in progress at the time of his passing. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W., on Wednesday, November 21 at 2 p.m. Burial at the Beit Abraham Congregation Section, Kehal Israel Cemetery, D.D.O. Shiva strictly private. Contributions in his memory may be made to the “Dr. Ian Crystal Ancient Philosophy Scholarship Fund at Louisiana State University”, care of the law firm of Stone Pigman Walther Wittmann L.L.C., 546 Carondelet Street, New Orleans, LA, 70130-3588, (504) 581-3200.
Saul Sherman
SHERMAN, Saul. Peacefully, on Sunday, November 4, 2012. Beloved husband of Sorrel for sixty-three years. Devoted father and father-in-law of Brenda and Avi Rabinovitch, Ruth and Shaul Petel, Marla and David Bart, Mark and Shelley Sherman. Cherished Zaida of Ahuva, Esther and Dan Rabinovitch; Yonatan and Caroline Petel, Oren and Marina Petel, Yaacov Petel and fiancée Leah, Dara Petel; Laura, Eric, Melissa, and Elizabeth Bart; Roni, Andy, and Mimi Sherman. Proud great-grandfather of Akiva and Zahava. Dear brother and brother-in-law of Michael and the late Rose Weintraub, Sarah Kier, Molly and the late Martin Feldman, Carol Hubert and the late Ralph Sherman, brother-in-law of Carol and the late William Sher, the late Marla and the late Avrom Sher, Sam and Cynthia Sher. Saul will be sadly missed by his many nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Special thanks to his dedicated companions and to the 4C staff of the Jewish Eldercare Centre for their care, kindness and devotion. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W., on Tuesday, November 6 at 12:00 p.m. Burial at the Beth Ora Congregation Section, Kehal Israel Cemetery, D.D.O. Shiva at his daughter Ruth’s residence. Contributions in his memory may be made to the Beth Ora Congregation, (514) 748-6559.
Abraham Weitzman
On Monday, November 5, 2012, with his family by his side. Devoted son of the late Sossia and the late Beryl Weitzman, and son-in-law of the late Ida and the late Sam Rodman. Beloved and loving husband, best friend and partner of Mildred Rodman for sixty-four years. Cherished father of Paula, Brian and Sue, Warren and Gail. Treasured Zaidie of Sean and Genevieve, Jeffrey, Robbie, Sarah and Jenny. Predeceased by his dear brothers, Albert, Itschak and Max. Precious brother-in-law of Sarah and late Harry Sable, Bernie and Sybil Rodman, and predeceased by Rhoda and Max Harris, Lou and Bea Rodman, and Bertha Weitzman. He will be sadly missed by his nieces, nephews, family and friends. Special thanks to Denise and Maria, and to the nursing staff of 8NW at the Jewish General Hospital. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W., on Wednesday, November 7 at 1 p.m. Burial at the Beth Zion Congregation Section, Eternal Gardens Cemetery, Beaconsfield. Shiva at his home, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. daily. Donations in Abe’s memory may be made to Canadian Friends of Tel Aviv University, (514) 344-3417, or to the charity of your choice. Abe loved life and embraced it with humour and incredible optimism.
Judith Reicher
With a heavy heart we announce Judy’s passing on Saturday, November 24, 2012, surrounded by her loving family and friends. She possessed a quiet inner strength and touched the lives of all who knew her. She will always remain in our hearts – forever our hero and an example of love. Beloved wife and soul mate of Sammy David Reicher. Mother of Lisa Helen and Todd Lawrence Reicher, and mother-in-law of Kathy. Proud ‘Baube’ of Lily and Michela. Much loved daughter-in-law of Jenny and the late Moishe Reicher. Dear sister and sister-in-law of Kenneth and Zelly Overland, Shirley and the late Denis Curasi. Predeceased by her parents, Joe and Sarah Overland. Judy will be sadly missed by her many nieces, nephews and cousins. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W., on Wednesday, November 28 at 1 p.m. Burial at the Beit Abraham Congregation Section, Kehal Israel Cemetery, D.D.O. Shiva private. Contributions in her memory may be made to Jewish National Fund, (514) 934-0313, or to the charity of your choice. “There will never be another.”
