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Allan Gutman
GUTMAN, Allan. It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Allan Gutman on Friday, March 29, 2013. He will be deeply missed by Florence, his devoted wife of sixty-one years. Beloved father and father-in-law of Corinne and Chuck Rowniak, Rhona and Allan Slomovic, Deborah and Michael Groper. Cherished Grandpa of Jacqueline, and Erica Rowniak; Alana, and Jaclyn Slomovic; Brandon, and Dylan Groper. Predeceased by his brother Eliezer, and sisters Rachel and Rosie. Dear uncle of Helen and Nelson Goldsmith. His kindness, generosity and devotion to his family were a true inspiration to us all. He will be deeply missed and fondly remembered by all those whose lives he touched. The family would like to express their heartfelt appreciation to Cora Velasquez for her exceptional care and compassion, and to Tessie Salvador for her kindness. Special thanks to the wonderful caring staff of the 3rd floor at the Maimonides Geriatric Centre. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W., on Sunday, March 31 at 2:30 p.m. Burial at the Shevat Achim Congregation Cemetery, de la Savane. Due to the festival of Passover, shiva commences the evening of Tuesday, April 2, at 217 Eton Crescent, Hampstead. Friends who so wish may make a donation to the “Allan Gutman Memorial Fund” c/o the Donald Berman Maimonides Foundation, (514) 483-2121 ext. 2207.
Esther Rosenberger
ROSENBERGER, Esther (nee Miller). On Friday, March 29, 2013. Beloved wife of the late Fred. Loving mother and mother-in-law of Howard and Sandra, Donald and Rhonda. Cherished grandmother of Lisa, Matthew, and Aaron. Dear sister and sister-in-law of Anne and the late Louis Caplan, and predeceased by Frank and Annette Miller, Beatrice and Louis Nueman. Sister-in-law of Helen and the late Louis Poch, and Evelyn and the late Ralph, Lillian and the late Eric, and the late Nathan and the late Fanny Rosenberger. Esther will be sadly missed by her many nieces, nephews, family and friends. Special thanks to her exceptional caregivers, Evelyn and Marilyn. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W., on Wednesday, April 3 at 10:00 a.m. Burial at the Chevra Kadisha B’nai Jacob Congregation Section, Kehal Israel Cemetery, D.D.O. Shiva at 114 rue Châtillon, D.D.O., from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. daily, through Sunday evening, April 7. In lieu of gifts or flowers, contributions in her memory may be made to Na’amat Canada, (514) 484-0252.
Mavis Solloway
SOLLOWAY, Mavis (nee Kussner). Peacefully, surrounded by her family, on Sunday, March 31, 2013, in her ninety-fifth year. Beloved wife of the late Moe. Loving mother and mother-in-law of Enid and Howard Goldberg, Ian and Louise (Linetsky), and Bram. Cherished grandmother of Heather and Adam, Bryan, Tyler and Brooke, Dean, and Corrina. Dear sister and sister-in-law of Marvyn and Sheila Kussner, Harvey and the late Gladys Castle, the late Jeanne and the late Fred Packer, and the late Irma Kussner. She will be sadly missed by her nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. The family would like to acknowledge the exceptional care given by the staff of the Jewish Eldercare Centre. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W., on Thursday, April 4 at 11:00 a.m. Shiva at her son’s home. In lieu of gifts or flowers, donations in her memory may be made to “The Open Gate Fund“ c/o Congregation Shaar Hashomayim, (514) 937-9471.
Ray Beraznik
BERAZNIK, Ray (née Wine). Peacefully, in her one-hundredth year, on Monday, March 25, 2013. Beloved wife of the late Jack for seventy-seven years. Loving and devoted mother and mother-in-law of Hy and Rosanne, Ellie and Ivan Simberg, Ken and Sherri of Toronto. Cherished Bubbie of Stan and Sophie, Jeff and Laura, Benjy and Donna, Judy and Mitchell, Lori and Mark, Amy and Jason, Marcy and Harley. Proud great-grandmother of Dahlia, Amelie, Daphne, Zack, Zane, Milo, Ashley, Samara, Jordan, Ryan, Jonah, Bayley, Hannah, Lily, and Carolyn. Ray will be sadly missed by her family and all who knew her. The family would like to thank her loving and devoted caregivers, Flossy and her "team" for their exceptional care. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. West, on Sunday, March 31 at 1:00 p.m. Burial at the Farband Labour Zionist Organization Cemetery, de la Savane. Shiva at 4911 ch. de la Côte-des-Neiges, #405; due to the festival of Passover, shiva commences the evening of Tuesday, April 2, and continues through Friday, April 5. Donations in her memory may be made to Na’amat Canada Inc., (514) 484-0252, or to the Cummings Jewish Centre for Seniors, (514) 343-3529, ext. 7373.
Eva (Evelyn) Vitale
Peacefully after a courageous battle, with grace and dignity, on Monday April 1, 2013, surrounded by her loving family. Cherished daughter of the late Dora Goldie and the late Antonio Vitale. Devoted and loving mother of Deborah Rider, Anissa, and Renee Goldberg. Adored and doting ‘Bobi Ev’ to Ryan, Joshua, and Sean Brownstein. Dearest sister and best friend of Ruth Vitale Goodman (the late Gerry), and predeceased her other siblings and their spouses, Sally and Jerry Gordon, Betty and Harry Switzman, Samuel and Maytie Workman, Mary and David Climan, and Ralph Vitale. Loving aunt and great-aunt to numerous special nieces and nephews. Eva will be sadly missed by all who loved and knew her. The family would like to express their appreciation to the wonderful and caring staff of the Palliative Care Unit at the MGH. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W., on Wednesday, April 3 at 2:30 p.m. Burial at the Adath Israel Poale Zedek Anshei Ozeroff Congregation Cemetery, de la Savane. Shiva to be announced. Donations in her memory may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, (514) (514) 255-5151, or to the Palliative Care Services c/o the Montreal General Hospital Foundation, (514) 934-8230.
Stephanie Brenda Bruker
Passed away in New York, at the age of sixty-four, on Thursday, March 21, 2013, after a long battle with breast cancer. Daughter of the late Rhoda Bruker (nee Vineberg) and the late Nathan Bruker. Sister and sister-in-law of Elizabeth and Jack Zwicker of Toronto. Mother of Elizabeth Anne (Eli Anne) Marcovitz and Jonah Marcovitz. Aunt to many nephews and nieces. Funeral service took place on Sunday, March 31 at the Mt. Richmond Cemetery in Staten Island, N.Y.
Valentine Samuel
SAMUEL, Valentine (née Faraj). Peacefully at home, on Monday, April 1, 2013, at the age of eighty-seven. Wife of the late Eli. Daughter of the late Saleh and the late Gourgie. Loving mother of Charles and David. Cherished ‘Mamala’ of Eli and Ben. Dear sister of Joseph Faraj, the late Salim Faraj (the late Doris), the late Gracie Khazzam (the late Haroun), the late Suzanne Faraj. Sister-in-law of Joe and Ruby Samuel, Nory Samuel, Hermi Mahlke, and Rachel Meyers. Predeceased by her four brothers-in-law and one sister-in-law. She will be sadly missed by her many nieces and nephews. Adopted mother to Virginia. She will be lovingly remembered by Cecile and June. Memories of the wonderful times spent with her will always be with us. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W., on Thursday, April 4 at 12:30 p.m. Burial at the Spanish and Portuguese Congregation Cemetery, 1250 ch de la Forêt. Contributions in her memory may be made to the Alzheimer Society of Canada, (800) 616-8816 or visit www.alzheimer.ca/en/DonateNow.
Messoda Azoulay
AZOULAY, Messoda (née Rebibo). On Wednesday, April 3, 2013. Beloved wife of the late Jacob for seventy years. Loving mother and mother-in-law of Charles and Simone, Estelle and David Levy, Jacqueline and Sam Chocron, David and Dolly, Yvette, Annie and Ruby Arbeiter, and Colette and Ralph Benarrosh. Cherished grandmother of seventeen, and great-grandmother of forty. Predeceased by her brothers and sisters. Special thanks to staff of the Maimonides Geriatric Centre for their care and compassion. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean-Talon St. W., on Friday, April 5 at 1:00 p.m. Burial at Adath Israel Poale Zedek Anshei Ozeroff Congregation Cemetery, de la Savane. Shiva at 6595 Mackle Road, Cote-St-Luc. Contributions in her memory may be made to the Adath Israel Poale Zedek Anshei Ozeroff Congregation, (514) 482-4252.
Hyman David Wolfe
WOLFE, Hyman David. After a valiant struggle with Alzheimer’s, on Thursday, April 4, 2013, in his eighty-second year. Much loved husband and best friend of Thelma Menkes. Devoted father and father-in-law of Lorne and Janet, Jon and Cindy. Nicole, Abigale, and Sophia are left with truly fond memories of their Zeida. Caring brother-in-law of Sid Menkes. Dave earned a flying scholarship in his youth, became a pilot, licensed flying instructor and air-traffic controller. He maintained a deep interest in aviation throughout his life. Special thanks to Sonny and Keeba, and to the staff of 3 South and 7 South at Maimonides. Graveside service on Friday, April 5, at 12:30 p.m. at the Russian Polish Hebrew Cemetery, de la Savane. Shiva at 6800 Macdonald through Monday evening. Contributions in his memory may be made to the charity of your choice. Arrangements entrusted to Paperman & Sons. “Oh, I have slipped the surly bonds of earth and danced the skies on laughter-silvered wings… put out my hand, and touched the face of G-d” -John Gillespie Magee Jr., R.C.A.F.
Hyman David Wolfe
WOLFE, Hyman David. After a valiant struggle with Alzheimer’s, on Thursday, April 4, 2013, in his eighty-second year. Much loved husband and best friend of Thelma Menkes. Devoted father and father-in-law of Lorne and Janet, Jon and Cindy. Nicole, Abigale, and Sophia are left with truly fond memories of their Zeida. Caring brother-in-law of Sid Menkes. Dave earned a flying scholarship in his youth, became a pilot, licensed flying instructor and air-traffic controller. He maintained a deep interest in aviation throughout his life. Special thanks to Sonny and Keeba, and to the staff of 3 South and 7 South at Maimonides. Graveside service on Friday, April 5, at 12:30 p.m. at the Russian Polish Hebrew Cemetery, de la Savane. Shiva at 6800 Macdonald through Monday evening. Contributions in his memory may be made to the charity of your choice. Arrangements entrusted to Paperman & Sons. “Oh, I have slipped the surly bonds of earth and danced the skies on laughter-silvered wings… put out my hand, and touched the face of G-d” -John Gillespie Magee Jr., R.C.A.F.
