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Submitted by the family Neal Goldberg, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, friend, and dedicated neonatologist, died in his home on Monday, Feb. 10, 2020. He had just turned 67 years old. Born on Feb. 8, 1953, in Laverock, Pa., to Ethel and Alvin Goldberg, Neal had two siblings: his late brother Marty, and Lynne, who lives in Indiana with her family. Neal graduated from Haverford College, Phi Beta Kappa, in 1975, with a degree in molecular biology. He went on to complete medical... Full story
Stanley Shevitz, age 74, of Altamonte Springs, passed away on Saturday, Feb. 8, 2020, at AdventHealth-Altamonte. A Brooklyn native, he was born on Jan. 17,1946, the son of the late Milton and Celia Dorf Shevitz. Stanley was a high school graduate and worked, among other places, in his family’s floor-covering business. On May 27, 1999, at Congregation Ohev Shalom, he married the former Susan Beth Zivin, his wife of over 20 years, who survives him. In addition to his wife, Stanley is survived by his sister Bernice Gaiptman; his brother-in-law R... Full story
LOS ANGELES (JTA)-Kirk Douglas, the legendary actor who portrayed legions of tough guys and embraced his Jewish heritage later in life, died at his home in Beverly Hills on Wednesday. He was 103. Over a career that spanned 87 films-including 73 big screen features and 14 on television-the blond, blue-eyed Douglas, dimpled chin thrust forward, was often cast as the toughest guy around, vanquishing hordes of Romans, Vikings and assorted bad guys. Thrice nominated for an Academy Award and a... Full story
Leslie Halpern died suddenly on Dec. 19, 2019. A graduate of the University of Kentucky and the Rollins College Masters of Liberal Studies program, she was an author, journalist, teacher, and poet. She wrote for The Hollywood Reporter, Daily Variety, Orlando Sentinel, served on the staff of the Heritage Florida Jewish News and more. Her books include “Reel Romance: The Lovers’ Guide to the 100 Best Date Movies” and “Dreams on Film: The Cinematic Struggle Between Art and Science.” In addition she wrote a “Silly Childrens’ Poem” series. Her lat... Full story
Written by the family Andrew Jacob Ruben passed away in Tampa, Florida, on Saturday, Feb. 1, 2020. He was born on Jan. 22, 1998 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, to Anthony and Pamela Ruben (nee April). Andy is survived by his parents; sister, Jennifer Ruben Forero; brother-in-law, David Forero; grandparents, Stefanie Hanagud, Edwin April and Merle April; and many family members. Generous of spirit, a true friend, and a truth-seeker, Andy was passionate, determined and unique. Anything Andy embraced, he... Full story
Bea Saffer passed away peacefully on Feb. 1, 2020. Bea, also known as Beebee or Aunt Bee, loved nothing more than having her friends and family over at her home in Buffalo and Florida. She created a home that was full of love, good food, and great company. There was never a time when the side door was locked, since everyone was always welcome. Bea is survived by her husband, Bob, of 71 years; her daughter, Gayle Steinhart; son-in-law, Barry; granddaughters, Jaci, Danielle, and soon-to-be-grandson-in-law, Lenny; Bea’s two sisters, Libby (... Full story
Many of you know Walter Goldstein from his work for many years with The Jewish Pavilion. As a program director, he brought so much to seniors in Central Florida. For an amazing 16 months after being diagnosed with pancreatic cancer, we witnessed a miracle. Walter had two Thanksgivings, two Chanukahs, two New Years, his sister's birthday, his mother's birthday, his wife's birthday, a Passover, his 50th birthday, his son's 21st birthday, two reunions, some travel-he's lived all of his wishes, and... Full story
Sheldon D. Brown, age 84, of Winter Springs, passed away at AdventHealth—Winter Park, on Thursday, Jan. 2, 2020. A native of New York City, he was born on Jan. 15, 1935, to the Late Jacob and Sylvia Lipschitz Brown. On Aug. 25, 1974, in New York, he married the former Harriet Victor, his wife of more than 45 years, who survives him. He worked for many years in the clothing industry as a credit manager. They relocated to the Orlando area from Queens in 2016. In addition to his wife, Mr. Brown is survived by his children Jodi (Limoni) Brown of W... Full story
Dorothy Norma Blaher, age 87, of Fern Park, passed away on Friday evening, Dec. 27, 2019, at Longwood VITAS and Hospice. Born in Lowell, Mass., she was one of three children and the only daughter, born to the late Samuel and Sarah Palefsky Delinsky. Dorothy attended college for a time and worked as an office manager in the medical field. She, her late husband, Morris, who passed away in August 2012, and their family, relocated to the Orlando area in 1964. She was a former member of Temple Israel and Congregation Ohev Shalom. Norma is survived... Full story
Rosalind Greenhut, age 97, of Altamonte Springs, passed away peacefully on Thursday, Jan. 16, 2020, at her residence. A native of Bronx, New York, she was born on Nov. 18, 1922, one of four daughters born to the late Samuel and Ethel Bortner Fisher. Mrs. Greenhut was a high school graduate and worked for nearly 40 years in the Assessor’s Office in the City of New York. She was married to the late Adolph Greenhut for 25 years when he passed away in 1967. She remained in New York until relocating to the Orlando area in 1989, and became a m... Full story
Rosalie J. Klein, age 75, of Altamonte Springs, passed away at AdventHealth—Altamonte Springs, on Sunday, Jan. 12, 2020. Mrs. Klein was born in New York on Sept. 30, 1944. For many years, she taught in the pre-school at Congregation of Reform Judaism and the JCC. She was the widow of the late Arnold D. Klein who passed away in 2014. She is survived by her son, Rick Klein of Lake Mary. A graveside service was held at Congregation of Reform Judaism Cemetery in Gotha. Arrangements entrusted to Beth Shalom Memorial Chapel, 640 Lee Road, Orlando F... Full story
Tamara Kaufman, age 90, of Charlevoix, Michigan, passed away peacefully at Hiland Cottage/McLaren Hospital Hospice in Petosky, Mich., on Jan. 8, 2020. Mrs. Kaufman was born in Korestan, Russian, to the late Meyer and Sonia Shirman Drianksi, on June 14, 1929. Mrs. Kaufman was a homemaker and the widow of the late Famuel Kaufman who passed away in 2012. Residents of Williamsburg, they were among the earliest members of Southwest Orlando Jewish Congregation. Following Mr. Kaufman’s death, she relocated to Michigan to be closer to her family. M... Full story
Brenda Klein, age 81, of Kissimmee, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her family on Tuesday, Dec. 24, 2019. Brenda was born in Brooklyn, New York, on Aug. 24, 1938, to the late Samuel and Rose Bloom Ligerman. She attended college and later became a Registered Nurse. In January 1960, in Virginia, she married her late husband, Henry I. Klein, who predeceased her in 2012. Together they raised three children, Todd (Debra) Klein of Clermont, Mindy (Mark) Doolittle of Orlando, and Nancy Klein of Kissimmee, who survive her. They... Full story
(JTA)—Rosalee Glass, a Holocaust survivor recognized by President Donald Trump during the White House Chanukah party, has died following injuries sustained during travel to Washington, D.C. Glass died in Los Angeles on Dec. 14 of a blood clot to her heart. She was three weeks shy of her 103rd birthday. She was accidentally dropped while being transported in a wheelchair to a plane in Los Angeles on Dec. 8, on her way to Washington, D.C., for the White House event, her daughter Lillian Glass said... Full story
(Submitted by the family) Dr. Zena Sulkes Freeman, 80, of Winter Park, died away on Dec. 22, 2019. She was born in Detroit and was a proud graduate of the University of Michigan. She earned her doctoral degree in education from the University of South Florida. Dr. Sulkes was an educator and taught Jewish and secular studies at all levels from pre-school through college. Notably, she served as head of school of the Jewish Academy of Orlando and director of education at Temple B’nai Israel in Clearwater and was a beloved leader within C... Full story
Ethel F. Gibbs, of Orlando, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, Dec. 11, 2019. She was born in Philadelphia, Penn., on May 27, 1920, to the late Alex and Ida Weisberg Forman and was an Orlando area resident since 1946. She was the widow of the late Irving B. Gibbs, who passed away in 1993. She is survived by her daughters—Beth Melshenker and Cathy Willner; three grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. A graveside service was held at Temple Israel Cemetery with Rabbi Joshua Neely officiating. In memory of Ethel Gibbs, the family requests d... Full story
(Submitted by the family) Mindy Anne Mosrie, 56, passed away in Altamonte Springs, Florida, on Dec. 6, 2019, after a brave battle with Metastatic Breast Cancer. She was born on May 23, 1963, in Brooklyn, N.Y, to Linda and Don Center. Mindy was a beloved elementary school teacher for 28 years. Through the years she changed the world—one mind at a time. Teaching was her super power. She is survived by her daughter Sloane Mosrie Flood (Jhaveen), sister Marcy Hajdukiewicz (Mark), and nephew Logan Hajdukiewicz, along with many aunts, uncles and c... Full story
Robert Peter Wolf, age 70, a nearly life-long resident of Lakeland, passed away at his home in Morganton, Georgia. He was preceded in death by his dear parents Rhoda and Leonard Wolf, and is survived by his three loving siblings—Susan (Bruce) Scheinberg of Miami, Michael (Betty) Wolf of Gainesville and Laurie (Don) Altshuler of Maitland; and by his six nieces and nephews, all of whom loved their Uncle Bobby, and their eight children. Bobby (to his family, Bob to his friends) was born in Paterson, New Jersey, but had the good sense to move to L... Full story
WASHINGTON (JTA)—Allan Gerson, a lawyer who made it easier for the families of terror victims to sue foreign governments, has died. His daughter Daniela told family and friends that he passed away Sunday, Dec. 1, 2019, at his Washington, D.C., home. His wife, Joan Nathan, the cookbook author and authority on Jewish cuisine, told The Washington Post that Gerson, who was 74, died from complications from the degenerative brain disease Creutzfeldt-Jakob. In 1992, by his mid-40s, Gerson had already made a name for himself as a member of the U.S. Dep... Full story
Susan G. Gamson, born in Minneapolis, Minnesota, on June 27, 1942, passed away on Dec. 2, 2019. Susan was always an honest and supportive woman who prioritized the needs of her family above all else. She was very active within her community and at her temple, Congregation Ohev Shalom, when she lived in Orlando, and was a member of Hadassah. She enjoyed traveling, specifically RV Camping with her camping group throughout Orlando, was an avid game show enthusiast, and loved the television show “Say Yes to the Dress.” She was always very par... Full story
Lola Fuchs of Ocean, New Jersey, died Sunday, Nov. 17, 2019, at CentraState Medical Center, Freehold. She was 91. Born in Oswiecim, Poland, Lola resided in Israel until 1963 when she immigrated to the United States. A Holocaust survivor, she met her husband, David, in a British detention camp in Cypress and moved to Israel. She was a matriarch and will always be remembered as the center of her family. Lola was predeceased by her loving husband of 45 years, David, in January 1994; her sister, Gusta Gelman; and her brothers, Jacob and Avrum Silbi... Full story
(Submitted by the family) Rose Goldie passed away Nov. 11, 2019, at the age of 99 years and 9 months. She was born Feb. 28, 1920, in “White Russia.” At a young age, her family emigrated to Mexico and later to Stevens Point, Wisconsin. She had a zest of life and enjoyed traveling with her husband, Earle, in their RV. She loved dancing, singing, arts and crafts, gardening and cooking. Later in life her passion was playing endless games of Rummikub. Rose is survived by her daughters, Sharee (Rick) of West Palm Beach and Pamela (Sanford) of Lon... Full story
Toby Kaye, age 75, of Atlanta, Georgia, died Nov. 13, 2019. She was raised in the Bronx, New York, graduating from James Monroe High School, where she was a cheerleader. She is also a proud graduate of both Queens College and Hunters College in New York. She moved with her family to South Florida in 1971 before relocating to Orlando in 1977. In 1996, she moved to Atlanta. Toby was an active volunteer at St. Joseph’s Hospital. Always giving, she has also volunteered at B’nai B’rith and Hadassah. She worked for many years as a preschool directo... Full story
(Herschel Shmuel ben Reuven) Howard Stanley Freedman of Altamonte Springs passed away at his residence on Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2019. He was 87 years old. He was born in Newark, New Jersey, on May 26, 1932, to the late Ruben and Adeline Freedman. In June 1957, in Miami, he married Sallie Freedman, his wife of nearly 57 years. They relocated to the Orlando area in 1972. A businessman and entrepreneur, he was loved by many. He served our country in the Air Force during the Korean War. Howard is survived by his son, Kevin of Flagler Beach, Fla.; and... Full story
(Rachel Leah bat Moshe) Rosalind Levitt passed away Nov. 6, 2019. She was born Oct. 13 1921, in the Bronx, New York City. She had a marvelous life. She and her husband, Jack, who predeceased her worked together in the family business and traveled the world. Roz was proud she was able to set foot on all seven continents. She enjoyed reading, community involvement, the symphone and opera, and her cat, “Pretty Kitty.” She is survived by her two sons, Harvey (Mara) of Atlanta and Michael (Ellen) of Nashville, as well as grandchildren Dana Sug... Full story
