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(JTA) - Peter Yarrow, one-third of the hit-making 1960s folk group Peter, Paul and Mary, and a Jewish activist who promoted Israeli-Palestinian coexistence and other progressive causes, died Tuesday at age 86. The longtime resident of Manhattan's Upper West Side entered hospice last month. The cause of death was bladder cancer. Yarrow was a Cornell graduate playing in Greenwich Village clubs during the early 1960s folk revival when manager and musical impresario Albert Grossman, who also...
(JTA) - WASHINGTON (JTA) – Jimmy Carter, the one-term president who brokered the historic Camp David Accords between Israel and Egypt but earned pariah status in some corners of the Jewish community for his criticisms of Israel, has died. Carter, who had remained active into his final years despite a 2015 diagnosis of liver cancer, died Dec. 29, 2024, at 100 at his home in Plains, Georgia, his nonprofit announced. Carter's work at Camp David in 1978 led to the first peace treaty between I...
Written by the family James Joseph Shipley, z”l, passed away peacefully in Los Angeles on Dec. 28, 2024, at the age of 94, leaving behind a legacy of love, inspiration, and profound impact on the lives of his family, friends, and community. A devoted husband, loving father of four, and cherished grandfather and great-grandfather, Jim’s vibrant spirit, wit, humor, and positive energy inspired everyone he encountered, and he had an absolute gift for storytelling. Born in Brooklyn, N.Y., with a natural talent for entertainment and innovation, Jim...
Judith J. “Judi” (Paul) Featherston died peacefully on Dec. 26, 2024, in hospice care at Advent Health in Altamonte Springs. Her health had been in decline in recent years. Judi was born March 3, 1951, in Wilmington, Delaware and graduated from PS DuPont High School. She had an enjoyable and fulfilling career as a message center representative, and through her work met Roger Featherston. They were married for over 30 years. Judi had a very close relationship with her parents, Grace and Sidney Paul, her sister, Sallie Kanofsky Rietmann; all of...
Mrs. Carolyn Raphaelson, 84, Winter Park, Florida passed away Sunday, Dec. 15, 2024, following a brief illness. Mrs. Raphaelson was born Feb. 4, 1940, in Chicago, Illinois and came to Orlando in 1947 from Chicago, Illinois. Mrs. Raphaelson is predeceased by her parents, former Orange County Property Appraiser Ford Hausman and Ruby Virginia (Wilson) of blessed memory. She is also predeceased by her son Greg Walsh of blessed memory. Mrs. Raphaelson is survived by her loving husband of 22 years,...
Written by Karen Zatz Saul Zatz was born on Jan. 19, 1943, to his parents, Meyer and Sarah Zatz of Atlantic City, New Jersey. He lived a life filled with the love of his wife and children and dedicated in service to the Jewish community. He is survived by his adored wife, Lea Zatz; his cherished children, Harold Zable (Chris) and Karen Zatz (Paul Bloom); as well as five grandchildren that he was enormously proud of: Seve Zatzenbloom, Mira Zatzenbloom, Willa Zatzenbloom, Rebecca Zable and Aether Zable. He is also survived by his beloved older...
Mr. Jerome (Jerry) Brownstein, 84, Orlando, Florida passed away Saturday, Dec. 7, 2024 at Harbor Chase of Dr. Phillips following a long illness. Mr. Brownstein was born July 25, 1940, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to the late Isaac and Frances (Smith) Brownstein of blessed memory. He moved to the Delray Beach in 2001 from Bucks County, Pennsylvania before moving to Orlando in 2020. Mr. Brownstein a born leader, hard worker, high school teacher, Roster Chairman, vice president for his synagogue,...
Dr. Randall "Randy" B. Coverman, M.D., a cherished husband, father, and esteemed dermatologist, passed away peacefully at his home in Longwood, Florida, on Dec. 6, 2024. Born on March 15, 1950, in Bucyrus, Ohio, Randy was the beloved son of the late Dr. and Mrs. Louis Coverman. Randy's academic journey led him to the University of Miami Medical School, where he earned his medical degree. He further honed his expertise in dermatology through a residency at UCLA, followed by specialized training...
Gerson Lee Sacks was born in Burgettstown, PA, in 1936 to Isidore Benjamin and Sarah (Stone) Sacks, owners of the Sacks Department Store. He grew up known as "Sonny" with his older sister, Ruth (Chusid), who is deceased. He is survived by his former wife, Barbara (Kichline), the mother of his two sons, Jeffrey (Elizabeth) and Jonathan (Diana). His legacy also includes three grandchildren: Rebekah (11), Shane (10), and Benjamin (8). Additionally, he is survived by his longtime companion, Elinor...
Submitted by the family Martin Cohen, M.D., 86, of Pittsburgh, Pa., passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024, at 1:05 a.m. Born in NYC, New York, Martin met the love of his life and future wife, Brenda Lee Kaplan, through mutual friends in Kansas City. The couple added to their family in Burbank, California, with the births of Adam and Julie. The family soon moved to Pittsburgh, where they have lived for over 56 years of their 63-year marriage. Martin's second home for over 50 years w...
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Gary Mayer, formerly of Hopewell Junction, N.Y., and most recently of Longwood, FL. Born in Brooklyn, N.Y., Gary attended the Brooklyn College of Pharmacy before embarking on a career as a pharmacist. He later channeled his entrepreneurial spirit into founding several successful businesses in New York’s Mid-Hudson Valley, including A Copy A Second, Appetite Control Centers, and Culinary Diet Shoppe. A lifelong baseball enthusiast, G...
Mr. Mario Alberto Pollner, 77, Lake Mary, Florida passed away Monday, Dec. 2, 2024, at AdventHealth Altamonte Springs following a brief illness. Mr. Pollner was born June 5, 1947, in Villa Berthed, Chaco, Argentina to the late Moises and Valentina (Sisack) Pollner. Mr. Pollner was owner and operator of Starling Construction Company and moved to Orlando in 1986 from Argentina. Mr. Pollner is survived Thi Tai Nguyen of Lake Mary, Florida; daughter, Emily Ann Pollner of Alta Garcia, Argentina; sisters, Beatriz Pollner of New York and Delia...
Florence (Flo) Savage , aged 78, passed away on Nov. 26, 2024, in Orlando, Florida with her family by her side. Born on August 4, 1946, Flo dedicated her life to her family, embodying the roles of a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother with unwavering commitment and love. She is survived by her husband, Howard Savage; daughter, Aimee (Daniel) Lacks; son, Jason (Geri) Savage; and grandchildren - Rebecca Savage, Samantha Savage, and Simon Lacks. Flo was dedicated to working in the family business...
Mr. Alejandro (Alex) Strachwsky, 77, Deltona, Florida, passed away peacefully Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024, at Halifax Hospice following a brief illness. Mr. Strachwsky was born June 3, 1947, in Medellin Colombia to the late Karol and Lilly (Schoen) Strachwsky of blessed memory. Alejandro was a beloved father, husband, friend, and teacher whose warmth, kindness, and unwavering love touched the lives of all who knew him. Alejandro will be remembered for his dedication to his family, his generosity, and...
Most comfortable in jeans and a polo shirt in his younger years and casual slacks and button-down shirts later in life, Harris Rosen's appearance might not have been the image of a wealthy hotelier and philanthropist, but it did reflect the soft-spoken and unassuming man he was. The Central Florida community lost this "hotel titan" on Monday, Nov. 25, 2024, when he passed away surrounded by his family and friends. Frank Santos, Rosen Hotels and Resorts vice president, released the following...
Yvette Lubitz Blum, aged 93½, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by immediate family and song on Nov. 9, 2024, in Orlando, Florida. Born on May 29, 1931, Yvette dedicated over six decades of her life to the field of dental hygiene, significantly impacting many through her profession and volunteer work. A graduate of Ohio State University College of Dental Hygiene, she was not only a committed dental hygienist but also a mentor and pioneer, instrumental in founding the Life Member group of the Florida Dental Hygienist Association....
Submitted by the family It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Dr. Bob Faber at the age of 80, on Nov. 6, 2024, following a long-fought battle with cancer. Bob was a loving husband to Pat, a devoted father to Lisa and Ben, and a cherished grandfather to Reeve and Frances. He found immense joy in his family, always sharing his love and wisdom. Bob attended undergraduate school at the University of Florida and went on to attend two years of medical school in Guadalajara, Mexico....
Mr. David W. Popick, Esq, 83, Fern Park, Florida passed away Thursday, Oct. 31, 2024, at Advent Health Hospice following a brief illness. Mr. Popick was born Jan. 31, 1941, in New York City, New York to the late Jacob and Ruth (Waldman) Popick. Mr. Popick grew up in Miami Beach, Florida and was a graduate of the University of Miami and the University of Florida. After graduating law school he practiced in Coral Gables, Florida before moving to Winter Park, Florida in 1982. He regularly attended Congregation of Ohev Shalom. Mr. Popick is...
Mr. Gregory (Greg) Ross, 74, Lake Mary, Florida passed away peacefully Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2024, with his family at his side at Orlando Health, South Seminole Hospital following a brief illness. Mr. Ross was born March 31, 1950, in New York City, New York to the late Robert and Marie (Forster) Ross. Mr. Ross moved to the Central Florida area in 1993 from New York as a retired respiratory therapist with Winnie Palmer Hospital. Mr. Ross is survived by his loving wife of 35 years, Marilyn (Weinstein) Ross of Lake Mary, Florida; son; Eric (Jaime)...
(JTA) - Bernie Marcus, the billionaire who co-founded Home Depot and became a Republican megadonor and supporter of civic and political causes in the United States and Israel, has died. Marcus, 95, died late Monday in Boca Raton, Florida. His death came on the eve of an election into which he had poured millions of dollars to support Donald Trump and Republicans across the country. In the final political donation recorded publicly before his death, made in July, Marcus gave $1 million to the...
Submitted by the family Jeanne Mendelson was a terrific wife, mother, and grandmother. Born in Cleveland, Ohio on Jan. 23, 1934, she passed away on Oct. 24, 2024. She moved to Florida with her family in 1974. She was artistically gifted and attended art school. When Jeanne started her working life she worked at a department store in Cleveland. That’s where she met her future husband, Ronnie Mendelson, who was there to pick up his sister. After they started dating, they were married and had two children: A son named Morrie and a daughter J...
Submitted by the family Alicia Peisich, born on April 16, 1938, in Melilla, Spain, passed away peacefully on Oct. 27, 2024 in her daughter's arms and surrounded by love, following a long battle with congestive heart failure and other health challenges. Alicia was the beloved daughter of a widowed mother named Bella and the cherished only sister among three brothers. The untimely loss of her father when Alicia was a little child deepened the bond she shared with her mother and instilled in her...
(JTA) — Among the legions of Grateful Dead fans mourning Phil Lesh are a small but devoted cohort of Jewish Deadheads with memories of celebrating Passover with him. “To life! To Phil! Our love will not fade away! Eternally grateful,” the Jewish vocalist Jeannette Ferber posted on Facebook, alongside a picture showing herself with Lesh at a seder. Lesh, the legendary jam band’s bassist, died Friday at 84. His Instagram account, which announced his death without specifying a cause, said Lesh wa...
Michael W. Berey, Esq., of The Villages, Florida, passed away on Sunday, Sept. 22, 2024, at the age of 66. He is survived by his beloved wife, Ann Berey (nee Maslow); loving children, Nikki (Brian) Comer, Eric Berey, and Megan (Zach) Adams; loving sisters, Bonni (Dale) Cash and Cindy Horn. He was predeceased by his beloved parents, Joyce and Jerold Berey. Michael was the most loving and kindhearted person. He was a great husband, father, brother, and friend. He will be missed by everyone that has ever known him. Funeral Services at Sol...
Mr. Albert Joel Katz, 83, Celebration, Florida passed away peacefully Tuesday, Sept. 24, 2024, at Orlando Health ORMC. Mr. Katz was born April 10, 1941, in Bronx, New York to the late Martin and Helen Katz. A retired school psychologist from New York, he and his wife moved to the Orlando area after 17 years in West Palm Beach, Florida. Mr. Katz is survived by his loving wife of 39 years, Susan Katz; devoted daughter, Julie Knott; his beloved grandchildren, Amelia and Matilda; and son, Robert...