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[N1] Aug. 1, 1922-Oct. 20,2012 Sam Lavitt passed away peacefully at his home in Columbia, Missouri early Saturday morning, Oct. 20, 2012. He was born to Isadore and Clara Lavitt in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. He is survived by Beverly, his wife of 64 years, sons Greg and Dan, daughters-in-law Debbie and Catherine, grandsons Sam and Ben, sister Rose 'Cookie' Rutman, numerous nieces, nephews and many friends. He was preceded in death by his mother and father, brothers, Len, Joe and Jack. Sam enjoyed a full and rich life. He spent three years as a running back with the Winnipeg Blue Bombers of the Canadian Football league. He logged 700 combat hours as a Royal Canadian Air Force pilot flying C47s in the Burma Theater during World War II. Sam was best known as a hockey player. He spent 11 years playing professional ice hockey. He resumed his pro hockey career as an Aksarben Knight at the conclusion of his military service in 1946 and ended his professional hockey career with the 1955-56 season. At the conclusion of his Ice hockey career, Sam joined the Joseph Schlitz Brewing Company and was employed by them for 26 years in several management positions. Sam was a beloved husband, father and grandfather. He was adored by his family. Sam was a kind and helpful neighbor who was always ready to lend a hand. He was member of the Blue Ridge Trinity Lutheran Church for 43 years and served as its President several times. Sam was an original founder of the Omaha Metropolitan Amateur Hockey Association and is a member of the Omaha Hockey Hall of Fame. A grave side service will be held at the West Lawn Cemetery, 5701 Center Street, Omaha, Nebraska at 2 p.m. Friday, Oct. 26. A memorial service and celebration of Sam's life will be held at the Blue Ridge Trinity Lutheran Church, 5757 Blue Ridge Boulevard, Raytown, MO, at 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 27. In lieu of flowers please consider a donation to the Blue Ridge Trinity Lutheran Church.

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[N2] University of Missouri-Columbia Athletics Hall of Fame - Track & Field, 1977-80 Four-time all-American and Big Eight champion hurdler. Blessed with blazing speed, Lavitt came to MU from Raytown, Mo., and went on to one of the great careers in Tiger track history. Lavitt claimed four Big Eight hurdling titles and was a four-time all-American at three different hurdling events from 1977-80. Lavitt led Missouri to the Big Eight Conference Indoor Championship in 1979 - its first since the national championship year of 1965, and MU's last indoor title. Still holds the school record in the 110-meter high hurdles (13.53 seconds). That was established in 1980 and was the fastest collegiate time in the nation that year - even faster than hurdling legend Renaldo Nehemiah. Lavitt also ran on MU's 1,600-meter sprint medley relay team in 1979 that set a world record of 3:12.5. That has since been broken, but it still stands today as the MU record. Highest finish at the NCAAs was 3rd in 1980 (indoor 60-yd. high hurdles). Resides in Columbia.

[N3] Alexander Lavitt, First World War Canadian Expeditionary Force, Regimental number: 874389, National Archives of Canada, RG 150, Acc. 1992-93/166, Box 5447 - 32

[N4] REESA GAIL (nee RABER) LAVITT MORRISON Passed away peacefully, on Sunday, October 17, 2004. The funeral was held at the Congregation Etz Chayim, with interment at the Rosh Pina Memorial Park, on Tuesday, October 19. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the Canadian Cancer Society. Left to cherish her with loving memories are Reesa's sons and their partners, her nine grandchildren, her dearest "sisters" and numerous friends. Reesa was predeceased by her first husband Jerry Lavitt and her second husband David A. Morrison. Born and raised in Winnipeg, Reesa attended St. John's High School. She spent the majority of her career in her father's business, Wilfred's Formal Wear. Reesa was very involved in the arts and loved to attend the Fringe Festival, the Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra (WSO) and the opera. She especially enjoyed taking her grandchildren to the Kid's Symphony and the Manitoba Theatre for Young People. Reesa belonged to Eastern Star, Sphinx Temple No. 116 Daughters of the Nile and the Khartum Ladies Auxiliary. She was also a member of the Women's Committee of the WSO. Reesa was a warm, loving, caring person who will be deeply missed by many whose lives she touched. Do not stand at my grave and weep I am not there. I do not sleep. I am the thousand winds that blow I am the diamond glints on snow. I am the sunlight on ripened grain. I am the gentle autumn rain. When you awaken in the morning hush, I am the swift, uplifting rush Of quiet birds in the circling flight. I am the soft stars that shine at night. Do not stand at my grave and cry. I am not there. I did not die.
REESA LAVITT MORRISON (nee RABER) Passed away on Sunday, October 17, 2004. The funeral will be held on Tuesday (today), October 19 at 12:00 noon at the Congregation Etz Chayim. Interment to follow at the Rosh Pina Memorial Park with a reception to follow at the Congregation Etz Chayim. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Cancer Society. A longer obitbulkloaduary notice to follow.

[N5] The KRITCHMAR surname became BLANKSTEIN in Canada according to Sunny Raber. A Winnipeg architect, Morley Blankstein, is a descendent of the Kritchmars.

[N6] Obituary: Born in Poland in 1914 he immigrated to Winnipeg in 1921 with his family. He received his education at Aberdeen School and St. John's High School. He was very active in athletics and drama groups in his youth. In 1950, he founded Wilfred's Clothes Shop, later known as Wilfred's Tuxedo Rentals Ltd. He was a very successful businessman, due to his intense desire to excel and to his personal integrity, friendliness and personal sense of ethics. He walked through life doing for others without regard for self. Wilfred was a member of Rosh Pina Synagogue, Metro Club and actively involved as a member of Mount Sinai Masonic Lodge No. 143, A.F. & A.M., Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry both Valleys of Brandon and Winnipeg and Khartum Temple A.A.O.N.O.M. Shrine of Ritualistic Unit and Winnipeg Stable No. 71, Ancient Order of Camelherders.

[N7] Ida Golden is a step-daughter of Max Stitz. She is Sonia Cantor's daughter with Philip Golden.

[N8] Anglican.

[N9] Roman Catholic.

[N10] Louis Bacon, First World War Canadian Expeditionary Force, Regimental number: 408737 - National Archives of Canada, RG 150, Accession 1992-93/166, Box 331 - 21
Attestation Paper, front
Attestation Paper, back

[N11] Obituary: LISTER, Ida August 15, 1914 - February 25, 2004 Quietly in her 90th year, after a long slow decline that she courageously fought, endured and then finally accepted. Predeceased by her husband of 52 years Simon in 1989 and by her parents Philip Golden in 1918 and Sonia Cantor-Stitz in 1979 and siblings Harry Stitz, Rose Raber and David Stitz all of Winnipeg. Survived by her loving son Philip (Sheila) and daughter Cynthia (Lorne) Thompson, both of Edmonton and her grandchildren Melanie Weiss (Robert/Zalman) of Jerusalem, Deborah Hatch (Jason) of Edmonton, Kenneth Lister of Edmonton, Tamara Thompson (Jacki) of Vancouver and David Thompson of Montreal; and five great-grandchildren Jacob Hatch of Edmonton, Simon Samuel Weiss, Nathan Noah Weiss, Kayla Weiss and Hadassah Weiss, all of Jerusalem. Former owner of Lister Furs, she inspired her family to move from Winnipeg to Edmonton in 1953 to be part of this community for the next 51 years. She was devoted to her husband and their store and its staff and customers throughout her life. Outliving her times and her body, her courage and determination were the backbone of her family.

[N12] I was born in Winnipeg in 1947, and grew up with my two sisters, Elaine (Goldstine) and Marilyn (Raber) in the north end and then in River Heights. I attended public school during the day and the Talmud Torah and Herzlia night schools. At Herzlia I was a member of the first graduating class. I was also active in BBYO and Hillel. After high school I worked as a librarian at the Misericordia Hospital for 26 years. Currently I work for Transport Canada where I am responsible for the regional library and 5 small libraries.

My parents, Ben and Sadie Raber, taught me by example about the importance of being involved in community life. While they both canvassed for the CJA, my mother was also active with the Brandeis Ladies Lodge Auxiliary and National Council of Jewish Women. For 20 years now I too have worked on behalf of the NCJW, serving in a variety of capacities on the local board and also at the national level. I served as National Vice-President from 1992-94 and as President, Winnipeg Section, from 1995-97 and 1999-2000. I also serve on the board of the Gwen Secter Creative Living Centre, the WJCC and the Jewish Federation's Budget & Allocations Committee, and have served in the past on the board of the Shaarey Zedek and as president of the Manitoba Health Libraries Association.

My maternal grandmother, Ida Pinsk (nee Greenspan), was a strong woman who emigrated from Russia alone when she refused to accept the match that had been made for her. She eventually married my grandfather, Sam Pinsk, and settled with him in Regina where my mother Sadie and her six siblings were born.

My father Ben Raber emigrated from Poland as a baby with his parents, Sam and Liba, and two brothers. His sister Anne was born here. Ben graduated from St. John's High School and then served in the Air Force as an airplane mechanic. He met my mother in Regina and they married in 1944. After World War II my father studied clothing design in New York, worked for clothing manufacturers in Winnipeg and then opened Raber Togs in 1960. My parents successfully operated this business until they sold it in 1985.I have made this commitment to the Endowment Book of Life for several reasons. While it gives me personal satisfaction to do so, it also sets an example for my children, Adam, who was born in 1978 and is currently finishing his honours degree in anthropology, and Sarah, who was born in 1983 and now attends Kelvin High School. My contribution also helps support community services and organizations, and, I hope, will also ensure that the community and the campus will remain vibrant and active so that my children can continue to benefit from them for years to come.

http://jewishfoundation.org/bookoflife3.cfm?id=2

[N13] Son of Leon left between 1933 and 1935 to work for the railroad in a larger western Canadian city.

[N14] This son of Leon Bacon left Quebec between 1933 and 1935 to work for a railroad in a larger western city. Nothing else is known.

[N15] ARON RABER
November 01, 2000
ARON YOJNA (HARRY) RABER It is with great sadness that the family of Aron Yojna (Harry) Raber announces his passing on October 19, 2000 at the age of 95 years young. He was a loving and devoted husband to his late wife Marcia who predeceased him in January, 1990 and a loving father, grandfather and great-grandfather who left a wonderful legacy to his whole family. He leaves to cherish his memory his son and daughter-in-law Monte and Myrna Raber; his daughter Leah Weinberg; his daughter and son-in-law Carol and Arnold Shapiro; grandchildren, Avis and Ari Lipson, Eileen and Ian Block, Earl Raber, Lloyd, Garry and Shoshana Weinberg, Cara and Mariasha Shapiro; great-grandchildren, Mark, Daniel, Jonathon and Benjamin Lipson, Joshua, Rachel and Arielle Block and Matthew Raber; sisters-in-law, Evie Stern, Gladys Teich and Devorah Raber; brother-in-law Eddie Dixon, many nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. He took great pride and satisfaction in his family and both his immediate and extended family were very important to him throughout his life. He loved, respected and helped all his children who, in turn, loved, respected and helped him to maintain his dignity and control over his life, to the highest possible degree. Harry lived his life as an inspiration to others. He was a man of dignity, integrity, kindness and courage. He helped his family and many others with deliberate acts of kindness and good deeds and remained concerned about others to the last day of his life. He leaves a legacy of love, thoughtfulness and generosity which will always be remembered by those who knew him. He was an independent businessman, a good and honest storekeeper and salesman who was respected by his customers. His last dry-goods store was Raber's Department Store on McPhillips Street and 55 years ago, his last grocery store was Harry's Food and Fruit Market on Osborne Street. He was active in the community and was formerly President of B'nai Brith, Winnipeg Lodge No. 650, and President of the Associated Retail Grocers. The family thanks those individuals who treated him with respect and compassion, a high level of professional expertise, and assisted him to maintain his dignity and autonomy while he lived at the Sharon Home. A very special thanks to friends, Barb, Patricia and Michelle, who helped him to achieve a greater quality of life in the months before his death, and to Dr. E. Hirshfield who looked after him with respect and thoughtfulness for many years. Our father was born in Ludwipol, Poland and immigrated to Canada as a young man. In addition to his beloved wife Marcia, he was predeceased by his parents, Isaac and Bracha Raber, brothers, Gershon and Yankel, sisters, Razel and Leah, all of whom were killed during the Holocaust, and by his brothers, Labish and Avrom and sister Bela, all of Israel. Funeral services were held Monday, October 23 at the Beth Israel Synagogue. Pallbearers were Lloyd and Garry Weinberg, Earl Raber, Arnold Shapiro, Ari Lipson and David Levene. Should friends so desire, donations may be made to the Marcia and Aron (Harry) Raber Fund at the Jewish Foundation of Manitoba.
Aaron Jojna Raber

Immigration Records (1925-1935)
Surname: Raber
Given Name: Aaron Jojna
Age: 24
Sex: M
Nationality: Pol
Date of Arrival: 1929/12/17 (YYYY/MM/DD)
Port of Arrival: Halifax
Ship: LITHUANIA, Baltic American
Reference: RG76 - IMMIGRATION, series C-1-b
Volume: 1929 volume 16
Page Number: 241
Microfilm reel: T-14822

ARON RABER (published on November 01, 2000)

ARON YOJNA (HARRY) RABER It is with great sadness that the family of Aron Yojna (Harry) Raber announces his passing on October 19, 2000 at the age of 95 years young. He was a loving and devoted husband to his late wife Marcia who predeceased him in January, 1990 and a loving father, grandfather and great-grandfather who left a wonderful legacy to his whole family. He leaves to cherish his memory his son and daughter-in-law Monte and Myrna Raber; his daughter Leah Weinberg; his daughter and son-in-law Carol and Arnold Shapiro; grandchildren, Avis and Ari Lipson, Eileen and Ian Block, Earl Raber, Lloyd, Garry and Shoshana Weinberg, Cara and Mariasha Shapiro; great-grandchildren, Mark, Daniel, Jonathon and Benjamin Lipson, Joshua, Rachel and Arielle Block and Matthew Raber; sisters-in-law, Evie Stern, Gladys Teich and Devorah Raber; brother-in-law Eddie Dixon, many nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. He took great pride and satisfaction in his family and both his immediate and extended family were very important to him throughout his life. He loved, respected and helped all his children who, in turn, loved, respected and helped him to maintain his dignity and control over his life, to the highest possible degree. Harry lived his life as an inspiration to others. He was a man of dignity, integrity, kindness and courage. He helped his family and many others with deliberate acts of kindness and good deeds and remained concerned about others to the last day of his life. He leaves a legacy of love, thoughtfulness and generosity which will always be remembered by those who knew him. He was an independent businessman, a good and honest storekeeper and salesman who was respected by his customers. His last dry-goods store was Rabers Department Store on McPhillips Street and 55 years ago, his last grocery store was Harrys Food and Fruit Market on Osborne Street. He was active in the community and was formerly President of Bnai Brith, Winnipeg Lodge No. 650, and President of the Associated Retail Grocers. The family thanks those individuals who treated him with respect and compassion, a high level of professional expertise, and assisted him to maintain his dignity and autonomy while he lived at the Sharon Home. A very special thanks to friends, Barb, Patricia and Michelle, who helped him to achieve a greater quality of life in the months before his death, and to Dr. E. Hirshfield who looked after him with respect and thoughtfulness for many years. Our father was born in Ludwipol, Poland and immigrated to Canada as a young man. In addition to his beloved wife Marcia, he was predeceased by his parents, Isaac and Bracha Raber, brothers, Gershon and Yankel, sisters, Razel and Leah, all of whom were killed during the Holocaust, and by his brothers, Labish and Avrom and sister Bela, all of Israel. Funeral services were held Monday, October 23 at the Beth Israel Synagogue. Pallbearers were Lloyd and Garry Weinberg, Earl Raber, Arnold Shapiro, Ari Lipson and David Levene. Should friends so desire, donations may be made to the Marcia and Aron (Harry) Raber Fund at the Jewish Foundation of Manitoba.

[N16] On December 28, 2002, at the age of 79, our beloved wife, mother, baba, and sister, passed away at the Sharon Home. Left to mourn her passing are her husband of 56 years, Max; children, Jeanette Addaway (Norm), Sid (Andrea), and Irv (Sharon) of Toronto. Sara is also survived by grandchildren, Michael and Melissa Addaway, Lana and Faren Hochman, and Jordan and Evan Hochman of Toronto. She also leaves to mourn, her sister Bella Garfinkel (Harry); brother Jack Raber (Marcia); and many nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her parents, Abraham and Faiga Raber, and brother Michael. Sara was born in Poland and came to Winnipeg at age 5. She graduated from St. John's Tech and continued her education at Success Business College. She worked for a short time, but being a devoted daughter, she helped her parents at their grocery store and later at the Hebrew Sick Benefit Association lunch counter. Sara enjoyed singing in the choirs of Cantor Brownstone and the Rosh Pina Synagogue and volunteering for Folkorama, Meals on Wheels, and the Sharon Home. She was a lifetime member of Pioneer Women and donated generously to numerous charities. Sara was happiest cooking and baking for her family and friends, especially preparing her "famous" brisket and an over-abundance of food for Friday night dinner. Her children were always sure to go home with leftovers. Her life was centered around her strong belief of Judaism and her family. Most of her actions were as a result of the rules and values which she set for herself and which she tried to teach her children. Funeral services were held at Etz Chayim Synagogue on December 29 and burial followed at Shaarey Zedek Cemetery. Pallbearers were Rick Stokoloff, Elliot Garfinkel, Ivan Master, Jeff Lieberman, Norman Addaway, and Michael Addaway. Shiva was observed at the home of Max Hochman. Donations can be made to the Alzheimers Society of Manitoba. Thank you to the staff at the Sharon Home for their kindness and care, and a special thank you to her companion Myra.

[N17] Changed name to Weinstock.

[N18] http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Canada_women%27s_national_soccer_team

[N19] BLOCK/RABER - Iam Joshua, The Big Brother, age 6 and I am writing to tell you about the birth of my new baby sister.
ARIELLE MIRIAM was born September 9th at 5:39 p.m. and weighed 7 lb. and 8 1/2 oz., 21 inches long. She surprized my parents, Eileen and Ian plus all the staff on the labor floor, by coming out so quickly. My other sister, Rachel, age 16 months, used to be the baby and now she is a big sister. But she still isn't as big as me. Grandparents, Myrna and Monte Raber, Clara and Morris Block and great-grandfather Aron (Harry) Raber along with aunts, uncles and cousins welcome ARIELLE to our family. ARIELLE is named for her great-grandfather Aron Raber to enjoy, and Miriam in loving memory of her grandparents, Marcia Raber, Murray Golden and Max Minuk. Love from your "Bestest Big Brother," Joshua and your "Little Big Sister," Rachel.

[N20] À 30 ans, il se marie à Françoise Amiot qui, elle, en a 16. La mariée vient d'une famille à l'aise de Québec et Charles, un agriculteur, possède une terre de <<30 arpents de profondeur par trois de front>> selon les documents faisant état de la concession. Nous sommes le 5 novembre 1675. Le couple aura 14 enfants et sept de neuf garçons assureront la nombreuse descendance.

[N21] Le premier Gingreau, Sébastien est arrivée sur les rives du Saint-Laurent en 1660. Un acte notarié parle dèailleurs de Sébastien Gingerat. Mais sa descendance s'éteint à la troisième génération, les enfants ayant étè emportés par une épidémie. C'est´donc Charles venu rejoindre son frère vers 1670 qui sera l'unique ancêtre pour tous les Gingras d´Amérique.

[N22] pronounced "my-ya"

[N23] GOLDIE EPSTEIN It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Goldie Epstein, on October 24, 2004, at the Sharon Home after a lengthy illness. She is survived by her daughter Barbara, son Bob and wife Jan, grandchildren Jason, Shelly and husband Kevin, and April. Goldie came to Canada from Poland as a young girl with her siblings. Ultimately, she met and married her husband Sol and together they operated a retail store in Selkirk, until Sol's retirement and passing in 1974. Goldie and her brother Joe became inseparable after his wife Bluma passed away. After Joe's passing in 1994, shortly thereafter Goldie moved to the Sharon Home until her death. Goldie was a loving mother, wife, baba, aunty and sister. Her family was her life and her Jewish traditions stayed with her to the end. Her family, no matter what, could do no wrong. We will miss, love and cherish her memory forever. The funeral was held at the Chesed Shel Emes with interment at the B'Nai Abraham cemetery on October 26, 2004. Pallbearers were Jason Epstein, Sonny Olasker, Kevin Hines, Morley Vinsky, David Polsky and Howard Raber. The family would like to thank the nurses, Sandy and Charlene and especially Hanna Cohen, who was her constant companion for the level of care provided to Goldie. Donations may be made in Goldie's memory to the Heart and Stroke Foundation.

[N24] Changed name to Weinstock.

[N25] Family name changed to GANOT.

[N26] MARTIN (MARTY) BRIAN SAMUEL LAVITT Suddenly at the age of 40, on Saturday, July 3, 2010. Marty was predeceased by his parents, Reesa (nee Raber) and Jerry Lavitt. He attended Garden City Collegiate and Herzing Career College. He is survived by his sons, Christopher and Jeremy, brothers Howard (Patty) and Larry (Mary), nephews Richard and Daniel, and nieces Samantha, Elizabeth and Danielle. Marty's quick and ready sense of humour, his love of movies, music, the Blue Bombers and Coffee Night In Canada will be missed by his family and numerous friends. A true one of a kind, Marty didn't have enough time with us, to share everything that he wanted to. You will be sorely missed, father, brother, uncle, nephew, and friend. The funeral will be held today, Tuesday, July 6, 1:00 p.m. at the Congregation Etz Chayim, 123 Matheson Ave., with interment to follow at Rosh Pina Memorial Park, 2795 Main St. Pallbearers are Cory Chernick, Alex Chwaiewsky, Phil Corrin, Daniel Pawloski, Avrum Senensky, and David Senensky. Honorary pallbearers are Scott Topolnitsky and Josh Senensky. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association.

[N27] GORDON MARVIN LAVITT 11/24/31-8/29/12 Gordon was born Nov. 24, 1931 in Los Angeles Calif. The family moved to San Bernardino, he attended school in S.B & Loma Linda He was an accomplished violinist and as a youth he played the violin in the San Bernardino Symphony. In 1953 Gordon went in the Army. He served in Korea where he was wounded & received a Purple heart. He was in the Army for 3 years & received an honorable discharge. He then went to the University of Arizona in Tucson where he earned his Doctor of Pharmacy degree in 1965. After working as a pharmacist for several years he bought Mesa Drugs in Victorville in 1969. He was the owner & ran his own business until 1993 . Gordon & Betty Cooley met in 1971 & were married in Victorville in 1977. Gordon was in the Victorville Elks club for many years. He was in Apple Valley Roamers RV club where he served as president for 1 year. He was also in the Harbor Hoppers RV club. Gordon enjoyed traveling in the motorhome, boating at Lake Havasu, AZ. And Was in the Honda Goldwing Club for several years. Gordon now joins many of his loved one's including John C. Cooley (step-son) Julie Banks (step grand-daughter) & George Bell (step-grandson). He is survived by his wife of 37 years, Betty Lavitt of Apple Valley; sons, Lawrence Lavitt of Oceanside and Alan Lavitt of Long Beach; daughter, Laurie Lavitt-Tuck of Victorville; stepson, David Cooley of Apple Valley; step-daughter, Sandie Cooley of Big Bear Lake; step-daughter Lora Cooley of Aventura, FL; step-daughter in-law, Denise Cooley of Oak Hills. He has 1 grandson, Cody Lavitt of Oceanside; 12 step-grandchildren & 14 step-great- grandchildren. His services will be at 10:00 AM on 9/7/12 at Sunset Hills, 24000 Waalew Rd., Apple Valley, CA. with reception immediately following. His place of burial will be at Victor Valley Mortuary, 15609 11th St., Victorville, CA. In lieu of flowers please send donations to the Parkinsons Foundation. 1359 Broadway, Ste 1509. New York, NY 10018
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[N28] HELEN (CANTOR) LAVITT 1919-2012 Peacefully, on June 15, Helen (Cantor) Lavitt, aged 93. Predeceased by Jack, her husband of 45 years, in 1987, brother Hy, and sister Eva (Weiner). Helen will be forever remembered by sons Fred (Kathy) and Ray (Betti-Ann), daughter Audrey (Doug Murray), and grandchildren Mark (Sue), Jennifer (James), Amber, Keltie, Kristin, and Brenda Lee. Helen experienced the joy of meeting her first great-grandchild, five-month-old Madeleine, just a few weeks ago. Born and raised in Winnipeg, Helen and Jack moved to Flin Flon in 1947, and retired to Winnipeg in 1978. Helen's family express their gratitude and appreciation to the staff at Riverview Health Centre. Funeral services were held at Shaarey Zedek Cemetery on June 18.
As published in the Winnipeg Free Press on June 22, 2012

[N29] EVA MORIER (nee ROY) Peacefully on Saturday, October 2, 1999 with her family by her side, Mom passed away at the age of 89 years at Deer Lodge Centre. She was predeceased by her husband Alexandre (Pete) of 54 years of marriage. Mom is survived by her children, Leo (Jean), Renee (Marv) Lavitt, Roland (Yvette), Gerald (Sandra), Ernest (Mary) and Edward (Judy) 18 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren and many nieces, nephews and friends. Mom was a wonderful homemaker, hostess and good friend. She was hardworking, honest, caring and feisty. Prayers will be held Tuesday, October 5, 1999 at 8:00 p.m. in St. Bernadette Catholic Parish, 820 Cottonwood Rd. A funeral mass will take place Wednesday, October 6 at 2:00 p.m. in the Parish. Interment to follow at Green Acres Memorial Gardens Hwy. #1 at Navin Road. Sincere thanks to the staff at Deer Lodge Centre, 4 West for their exceptional care of Mom. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Evas memory to the Manitoba Lung Association, 629 McDermot Ave., Winnipeg, MB, R3A 1P6 or to a charity of ones choice. Aurevoir, a bientot GREEN ACRES FUNERAL CHAPEL 222-3241
As published in the Winnipeg Free Press on October 05, 1999

[N30] ADAM GARY LAVITT It is with great love and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Adam Gary Lavitt on Wednesday, June 19, 2013 at St. Boniface Hospital in Winnipeg, Manitoba. He is survived by his loving and devoted wife Judith, children, Helen (Carey), Cheryl (Michael), Debby, Susan (Ryan), grandchildren, Shannon (Jeff), Jeremy, Benji, Breanne, Elliot, Gabriel, Levi, Brooke and Rory, also by his sister-in-law Sylvia and family, brother Marvin (Renee) and family, brother-in-law Bert (Elaine) and family, and many nieces, nephews, and cousins. Adam was born in Winnipeg on July 4, 1940. After 35 years of teaching, Adam has students scattered across the continent, hundreds no doubt were touched by his teaching abilities. After retiring, he spent his time with friends and family, playing golf and looking after his beloved two Shelties, Binkie and Blue who were always by his side. He enjoyed time playing with his grandchildren, teaching them and seeing them grow over the years. Thanks to all the pallbearers who were grandsons, Jeremy and Benji Smith, Elliot Lazar, Ryan Boyd, Allan Schaffer, and Ron Worb. Honorary pallbearers, Allan Shinfield and Joel Kay. The family wishes to extend their heartfelt gratitude to all the health care professionals who looked after Adam over the years including the health care professionals at CancerCare, Health Sciences Centre Gamma Knife and the Palliative Care Unit at St. Boniface Hospital. Thank you to the respite ladies Sandra and Mildred who provided much love and care in our time of need. Appreciation to Rabbi Larry Lander for his continued visits and attention. Donations in Adam's memory may be made to Congregation Etz Chayim or a charity of your choice.
Publish Date: Jul 6, 2013

ADAM GARY LAVITT Peacefully on June 19, 2013 Adam passed away at St. Boniface Hospital. Funeral services will be held Sunday, June 23, 2013 at 11:15 a.m. at Congregation Etz Chayim, 123 Matheson Ave., Winnipeg.
Publish Date: Jun 22, 2013
As published in the Winnipeg Free Press on July 06, 2013

[N31] SHAINO STITZ It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Shaino Stitz on Friday, April 13, 2012 at the Simkin Centre. Shaino was predeceased by her parents Charles and Golda Manishen and her husband David Stitz. She is survived by her sister Leah Orloff of Detroit; her children Marty (Jean), Sholly (Freda) and Marshall (Mia); and grandchildren Charles, Michael, Dena, Liat and Gilad Stitz. Many nieces, nephews, in-laws, extended family and numerous friends also mourn her passing. Shaino was a special woman who loved unconditionally. She touched many people in so many ways with her kindness, generosity, hospitality and humour. Shaino's heart and kitchen were open to all. She was an extraordinary cook and baker who loved to feed her family, friends and freezer. Shaino and Dave loved to entertain and they were fabulous hosts both in their Winnipeg home and their summer home in Gimli. They had numerous friendships that lasted decades. Their times together playing cards, attending theatres and the symphony, travelling and going out for dinners were always fun-filled. Shaino and Dave were active builders and supporters of the Jewish community. Shaino was an amazing mother who didn't miss a school or sporting event. She supported her children in all their endeavours. She listened and didn't judge, provided friendship and guidance to her children making them the people they became. Shaino had strong relationships with her grandchildren. The memories they have of special times with their Bobby will be cherished for the rest of their lives. Her relationships with her daughters-in-law were loving and supportive. She treated them as if they were her own daughters. Shaino was a deeply sensitive person who always knew the right thing to say. She easily made people feel good about themselves and she provided comfort whenever needed. Shaino made sure their family home was open and welcoming to all. Many of her sons' friends considered her their second mother, even to this day. Shaino was someone you could not forget. She made an indelible impression on everyone she came in contact with. This was the case even at the end of her life when a stroke left her unable to speak, yet she still was able to build relationships and draw people to her. The funeral was held on Sunday, April 15, at Congregation Etz Chayim. Pallbearers were Ian Cramer, Grant Goldberg, Hillel Sommer, Charles Stitz, Michael Stitz and Neil Stitz. Honourary pallbearers were Joe Elfenbaum, Phil Lister and Lorne Raber. Shiva was held by her immediate family with support of numerous relatives and friends. Her absence will be greatly felt but part of her will remain in all those that she touched. The family would like to express their deep gratitude to the staff at the Simkin Centre, in particular Dr. Koven and the caregivers on Weinberg 1 for their attentive care and loving interactions with Shaino. Donations in Shaino's memory can be made to the Shaino and David Stitz Cemetery Fund at Congregation Etz Chaim (589-6305) or the charity of your choice.

[N32] University of Manitoba
DMD/1981

MARTIN STITZ With great sadness, the family of Dr. Martin Brent Stitz announces his passing on April 18, 2014. Marty, as he was known to all, was born in Winnipeg on March 4, 1957, the eldest of three children. He was predeceased by his parents David (d. 1992) and Shaino (d. 2012). Marty is survived by his sons Charles and Michael (Kristen), his brothers Sholom (Freda) and Marshall (Mia), his long-time girlfriend Jean Riggall, as well as his nieces and nephew Dena, Liat and Gilad, and many relatives and friends. Marty graduated from the Faculty of Dentistry at the University of Manitoba in 1981. He began practicing dentistry in Portage la Prairie. A couple of years later he moved back to Winnipeg where he opened a thriving dental practice in Winnipeg Square. He was a selfless practitioner with a gentle touch and was held in the highest regard by his patients. Marty is remembered for his sense of humour, intellect, and generosity. He had a passion for his dogs, travelling, watching documentaries and all Boston sports teams. He was a sociable person who loved to talk to people and he was devoted to his family and anyone close to his heart. He will be deeply missed. The funeral service was held on Sunday, April 20, 2014 at Chesed Shel Emes Chapel. Marty was peacefully laid to rest at Hebrew Sick Benefit Cemetery. Pallbearers were Charles, Michael, Sholom, and Marshall Stitz, Laurie Etkin and Murray Elfenbaum. Shiva is being observed until Monday morning. His family requests that, in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada, or a charity of your choice.

[N33] SYDNEY CORRIN July 31, 1923 - November 11, 2014 With profound sadness, the family of Sydney Corrin announces the passing of our beloved father, zaida, and great-zaida on November 11, 2014, at the age of 91 after a brief illness. Sydney was predeceased by his wife Eleanor and son Brian. Left to cherish his memory are his children Cheryl (Glen), Leslie (Ruth), and Philip; grandchildren Joshua (Tara), Liana, Benji, Jonah, Simon, and Justin; great-granddaughter Charlotte; brother Mort (Val); sister-in-law Jean Wolfman; and numerous cousins, nieces, and nephews. Services were held on November 12, 2014 at Etz Chayim Synagogue, Rabbi Larry Lander officiating. Pallbearers were his son Philip, grandchildren Benji, Jonah, Simon and Justin, and nephew Joel Katz. Dad was a gentle man, never raising his voice to get his point across. For us, he was always approachable and supportive, always letting us know that he "had our backs". Dad and Mom were married for 54 years. Raising a family of four and watching us grow up and move out into the world as successful adults was a source of pride for both of them. Losing Mom so suddenly almost three years ago was devastating for Dad and he missed her terribly. He struggled with the loneliness of losing her but insisted that he would stay in their condo. He made sure to keep their home "as it was", and up to her standards at all times. Born and raised in Winnipeg, Dad excelled on the St. John's High School and University of Manitoba football teams and even attended tryouts for the Winnipeg Blue Bombers. He enjoyed many years of bowling with Mom in the B'nai Brith League, and was also an avid golfer. In 1993, Dad founded the Garden City Senior Golfers, which has grown to become Winnipeg's largest golf club with over 100 members. Dad pursued many vocations during his lifetime. He was an Air Force pilot, patrolling the skies off Canada's west coast during the Second World War. Later he worked as a sales manager, restaurateur, grocer, and finally became a highly successful representative with London Life Insurance Company, achieving multiple sales awards throughout his career. Following Dad's retirement at 65, he and Eleanor became snowbirds, spending many winters in Margate, Florida enjoying the beautiful weather and the company of friends. Declining health and the loss of his independence were challenges for Dad, but they didn't dampen his zest for life. He was always ready to go out, whether to the theatre, symphony, or just out to dinner with his family. His favourite times were spent just being with his children and grandchildren, watching them grow and thrive, attending their concerts and sporting events, and regaling them with stories of his life. Above all, it was important to Dad that his children were happy and well taken care of and we know that even now he still "has our backs". Goodbye Dad. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Crohn's and Colitis Foundation of Canada.

[N34] BRIAN DAVID CORRIN It is with great sadness that we announce the unexpected passing of Brian Corrin, aged 42. Brian was a gentle soul who often thought of others before himself. Although plagued with health problems half his life, things were finally looking up with a new job and hopefully a brighter future ahead. Brian had a great love of music and his drumsticks were never far from his side. He had a clever wit and many good friends who enjoyed his engaging personality. Brian had a very close relationship with his parents, whose guidance he grew to respect and appreciate. He had a special relationship with his children, growing much closer to them during their teenage years. Brian will be missed by his children, Joshua and Liana (and their mother Joy) his parents, Syd and Eleanor Corrin; and siblings, Cheryl (husband Glen, children, Benji, Jonah and Simon), Leslie and Philip. Interment took place January 8, 2003 at Rosh Pina Memorial Park. Pallbearers were Blair Corrin, David Fink, Auby Gertenstein, Brian Gertenstein, Bruce Palansky and Perry Rubenfeld. Donations in Brians memory can be made to the Crohns and Colitis Foundation, 306-2265 Pembina Hwy. or a charity of ones choice.
As published in the Winnipeg Free Press on January 13, 2003

[N35] ELEANOR CORRIN (nee WOLFMAN) December 13, 1928 - January 24, 2012 With profound sadness, the family of Eleanor Corrin announces the passing of our mother, devoted wife, baba, and great-baba on January 24, 2012, after a brief illness. Eleanor was predeceased by her son Brian, parents Reuben and Lottie, brother Sam, brother and sister-in-law Harry and Belle, sister Yetta, and brother-in-law Avron. Left to cherish her memory are Sydney, her husband of 54 years, her children Cheryl (Glen), Philip, Leslie (Ruth), grandchildren Joshua (Tara), Liana, Benji, Jonah, Simon, and Justin, great-granddaughter Charlotte, sister Faye, sister-in-law Jean, brother-in-law Mort (Val), and numerous nieces and nephews. Services were held on January 26, 2012. Pallbearers were nephews Alex and Joel Katz, son Philip Corrin, and grandchildren Benji and Jonah Sepke, and Justin Puffalt. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Crohn's and Colitis Foundation of Canada.
Publish Date: Jan 28, 2012

ELEANOR CORRIN (nee WOLFMAN) On Tuesday, January 24, 2012 Eleanor Corrin passed away. Funeral service will be held on Thursday, January 26, 2012 at 2:00 p.m., at Congregation Etz Chayim, 123 Matheson Ave., Winnipeg. Longer obituary to follow.
Publish Date: Jan 25, 2012
As published in the Winnipeg Free Press on January 28, 2012

[N36] MARIAN ZELICKSON Peacefully holding hands with her beloved husband Allan and with her daughters Louise and Elaine, Marian Zelickson passed away, on Tuesday, December 17, 2013. Marian was born in Dauphin, Manitoba on October 4, 1918. At a young age she moved to Winnipeg with her parents Mitchell and Sara Abrams. A dedicated selfless woman, Marian was the ultimate volunteer. She was an active board member of B'nai B'rith Women and The Shaarey Zedek Sisterhood. For many years she went weekly to the White Cross Guild to bring candies and deliver flowers to the patients. As the loving wife behind her husband Allan for over 67 years, she loved to hear him sing. In addition to Allan, she leaves behind her daughters and sons-in-law, Louise and Lorne Raber of Winnipeg, Elaine and Harvey Gamer of Palm Springs, California. If you asked her about her greatest source of enjoyment, she would answer "my grandchildren". She is sadly missed by Michael Gamer (Helen) London, UK, Daniel Gamer (Kimberly), San Diego, California, and Lindsay Raber (Brian) Anchorage, Alaska. She is also survived by her brother Max Abrams of Chilliwack, BC. Marian was laid to rest on Thursday, December 19, 2013 at Shaarey Zedek Memorial Park. A beautiful service was led by Rabbi Alan Green and Cantor Anibal Mass. A wise woman, Marian's favorite saying was "worry is the interest you pay on trouble before it is due".
Publish Date: Dec 28, 2013

MARIAN ZELICKSON Peacefully, holding hands with her beloved husband Allan and with her daughters Louise and Elaine with her, Marian passed away Tuesday, December 17, 2013. Funeral at Shaarey Zedek Synagogue at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, December 19. Longer obituary to follow.
Publish Date: Dec 19, 2013
As published in the Winnipeg Free Press on December 28, 2013

[N37] EDITH RABER Edith Raber (nee Claman), passed away peacefully on October 13, 2010 at the Riverview Health Centre. Edith is survived by her husband of 64 years, Sunny (Israel); her children Isaac and Donna Raber, Faigie Samson, Tsipi (Carolyn) Raber and Chaim (Howard) and Valerie Raber; her beloved sisters Bayla Mainster and Kayla Coodin; her loving grandchildren Rebecca, Leah, Molly, Solomon, Eddie and Toby; and 41 nieces and nephews. Edith was born in Saskatoon, SK on July 17, 1925 to Sam and Gittel Claman. She was the sixth of nine children. She was predeceased by her parents and siblings, Bessie, Esther, Rebecca, Zalman, David and Moe. Edith was a devoted wife, mother and Baba. Her greatest joy was family, always sharing her wisdom, support and guidance. Her compassion, generosity and patience extended far beyond the family. She tutored children and adults with learning disabilities. She achieved many successes. Her reward was the growing self-confidence she was able to instill in her students. She volunteered in public schools in Winnipeg and Palm Springs CA, where she and Sunny spent many memorable winters. She always enjoyed a good game of bridge, which led to many lasting friendships. The funeral was held on October 15, 2010. Those wishing to make donations are asked to contribute to Jewish Child and Family Services, Winnipeg, or the charity of their choice.
As published in the Winnipeg Free Press on October 23, 2010

[N38] BERNARD RABER It is with great sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Bernard Raber on Friday, September 18, 2009, at the age of 88. Bernard was born in Selescht, Poland, on March 9, 1921. Despite enduring tremendous hardships, including the early death of his father and the loss of his beloved mother, sister, and brother in the Holocaust, Bernard emerged from the war years with the determination to build a new life through education and hard work. Bernard emigrated to Canada in 1947, where he met the love of his life, Freda Schiller. Married on November 7, 1948, together they built a new life in Winnipeg, raising a family and building a business, Raber Electric Ltd. Bernard was proud of the many electricians trained by his company over 30 years and his contributions to the construction industry in Winnipeg and across the province. After retiring, Bernard enjoyed travelling to visit family, winters in Florida, golf at Glendale or in Pembroke Pines, and regaling family and friends with stories of his childhood and youth. Bernard was a lifelong learner, reader, master of history and language, and staunch supporter of Israel. Bernard has died but he has not left us. He is here with us, in each of his children, grandchildren, and his great-grandchild. He is survived by his beloved wife of over 60 years, Freda; his children, Marilyn and Robert Burke, Lorraine and Mark Stillman, Steven and Leigh Raber; his grandchildren, Jessica and Daniel Browman, Shaun Burke, Jay Burke, Pamela Stillman, Sheri and Chad Finkelstein, Benjamin Raber, Dan Raber, Richard Raber, Rachel Cooper, and Alexandra Cooper; and his great- granddaughter Layla Browman. He is also survived by his brother and sister-in-law, Leon and Fay Raber, as well as his nieces and nephews and their families. He was predeceased by his brother, Chaim Katz, in Winnipeg in 1999. Funeral services were held on Monday, September, 21, 2009, at the Congregation Shaarey Zedek. Bernard's grandchildren, joined by Samuel Alter Katz and Geoffrey Katz, proudly served as his pallbearers. The family gratefully acknowledges the thoughtful and compassionate care provided by Dr. Ted St. Godard and staff at the Riverview Health Centre. If so desired, donations may be made to the Bernard and Freda Raber Fund at the Jewish Foundation of Manitoba, Suite C400-123 Doncaster Street, Winnipeg, Manitoba R3N 2B2, (204) 477-7525, or to a charity of your choice.
As published in the Winnipeg Free Press on September 26, 2009
BERNARD RABER (published on September 26, 2009)

BERNARD RABER It is with great sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Bernard Raber on Friday, September 18, 2009, at the age of 88. Bernard was born in Selescht, Poland, on March 9, 1921. Despite enduring tremendous hardships, including the early death of his father and the loss of his beloved mother, sister, and brother in the Holocaust, Bernard emerged from the war years with the determination to build a new life through education and hard work. Bernard emigrated to Canada in 1947, where he met the love of his life, Freda Schiller. Married on November 7, 1948, together they built a new life in Winnipeg, raising a family and building a business, Raber Electric Ltd. Bernard was proud of the many electricians trained by his company over 30 years and his contributions to the construction industry in Winnipeg and across the province. After retiring, Bernard enjoyed travelling to visit family, winters in Florida, golf at Glendale or in Pembroke Pines, and regaling family and friends with stories of his childhood and youth. Bernard was a lifelong learner, reader, master of history and language, and staunch supporter of Israel. Bernard has died but he has not left us. He is here with us, in each of his children, grandchildren, and his great-grandchild. He is survived by his beloved wife of over 60 years, Freda; his children, Marilyn and Robert Burke, Lorraine and Mark Stillman, Steven and Leigh Raber; his grandchildren, Jessica and Daniel Browman, Shaun Burke, Jay Burke, Pamela Stillman, Sheri and Chad Finkelstein, Benjamin Raber, Dan Raber, Richard Raber, Rachel Cooper, and Alexandra Cooper; and his great- granddaughter Layla Browman. He is also survived by his brother and sister-in-law, Leon and Fay Raber, as well as his nieces and nephews and their families. He was predeceased by his brother, Chaim Katz, in Winnipeg in 1999. Funeral services were held on Monday, September, 21, 2009, at the Congregation Shaarey Zedek. Bernard's grandchildren, joined by Samuel Alter Katz and Geoffrey Katz, proudly served as his pallbearers. The family gratefully acknowledges the thoughtful and compassionate care provided by Dr. Ted St. Godard and staff at the Riverview Health Centre. If so desired, donations may be made to the Bernard and Freda Raber Fund at the Jewish Foundation of Manitoba, Suite C400-123 Doncaster Street, Winnipeg, Manitoba R3N 2B2, (204) 477-7525 (204) 477-7525 , or to a charity of your choice.

[N39] BEN RABER Surrounded by his loving family, Ben Raber passed away Wednesday, March 9, 2005 at the Sharon Home Simkin Centre at the age of 84. Dad was predeceased by his wife Sadie (Pinsk) in 1985; his brothers, Wilfred and Michael; and sister Anne Lewengood. He is survived by his daughters, Sharon Allentuck, Marilyn Raber, Elaine Goldstine (Ian), and his grandchildren, Adam and Sarah Allentuck and Daniel and Jason Goldstine. By all accounts he was a mensch and a guta nashuma (a good soul). He was gentle, kind, considerate, compassionate and always willing to lend a hand to those in need in a selfless manner. He never sought the limelight. Dad was born in Poland and arrived in Winnipeg at six months of age. He grew up in Winnipeg's North End and graduated from St John's High School. He enlisted in the RCAF and saw action in Mossbank, Saskatchewan in the Ferry Squadron. He was an aircraft mechanic, and in spite of his lack of mechanical skill, we still won the war. He met his future wife in Regina during that time where they married in 1944. After the war, he studied at the New York School of Design where he learned to be a fashion designer. Dad worked for a number of companies in Winnipeg including Jacob Crawley, Sportease, and National Cloak. Dad and Mom opened their own factory, Raber Togs in 1965. They worked together until 1984 when they retired. The foundation upon which he built his life was based on love of family, the community and Israel. He was active in many organizations, such as the Combined Jewish Appeal, Jewish National Fund, Brandeis Lodge, YMHA's Stay Young, Jewish Child and Family Service, and Gwen Secter Creative Living Centre. He was a faithful Red Cross blood donor where he made over 100 donations. He also canvassed door to door for many organizations, including the Cancer Society, Kidney Disease, and the Canadian Diabetes Association. He was a member of the Shaarey Zedek and the Shammes there where he lead daily services from 1985 to1998. He supported and comforted people in mourning and those dealing with other of life's issues, and encouraged and educated new attendees. He fulfilled his longtime dream by making his first trip to Israel in 1977 with Sadie. After Mom passed away in 1985, Dad went to Israel every year for the next ten years on the JNF Volunteer Work Program. He tutored children, participated in archaeological digs, and toured with his friends. Dad's last trip to Israel was in 1996 when he was accompanied by Sharon and Elaine. In 1999 Dad moved to the Sharon Home. Though he suffered from dementia, he always had a warm smile and a handshake for those who greeted him. We wish to thank all of the north and south Sharon Home staff who cared for Dad for the past six years. A special thank you to all the second-floor staff of the Simkin Centre who lovingly cared for Dad for the last three years. Thank you to Rabbi Neal Rose, Steven Hyman and nurses Jane Jaculak and Trifona Bermisa. Pallbearers were his grandsons, Adam, Daniel and Jason, nephew Lorne Raber, great-nephew Mac Mills and close friend Bill Weissmann. Honorary pallbearers were his brothers-in-law Zol Pinsk and Sam Juravsky, close friend Meyer Silver and son-in-law Ian Goldstine. Donations may be made in Dad's memory to the Ben and Sadie Raber Fund at the Jewish Foundation of Manitoba (204) 477-7525 or www.jewishfoundation.org or the charity of your choice.
As published in the Winnipeg Free Press on March 13, 2005
BEN RABER Surrounded by his loving family, Ben Raber passed away Wednesday, March 9, 2005 at the Sharon Home Simkin Centre at the age of 84. Dad was predeceased by his wife Sadie (Pinsk) in 1985; his brothers, Wilfred and Michael; and sister Anne Lewengood. He is survived by his daughters, Sharon Allentuck, Marilyn Raber, Elaine Goldstine (Ian), and his grandchildren, Adam and Sarah Allentuck and Daniel and Jason Goldstine. By all accounts he was a mensch and a guta nashuma (a good soul). He was gentle, kind, considerate, compassionate and always willing to lend a hand to those in need in a selfless manner. He never sought the limelight. Dad was born in Poland and arrived in Winnipeg at six months of age. He grew up in Winnipeg's North End and graduated from St John's High School. He enlisted in the RCAF and saw action in Mossbank, Saskatchewan in the Ferry Squadron. He was an aircraft mechanic, and in spite of his lack of mechanical skill, we still won the war. He met his future wife in Regina during that time where they married in 1944. After the war, he studied at the New York School of Design where he learned to be a fashion designer. Dad worked for a number of companies in Winnipeg including Jacob Crawley, Sportease, and National Cloak. Dad and Mom opened their own factory, Raber Togs in 1965. They worked together until 1984 when they retired. The foundation upon which he built his life was based on love of family, the community and Israel. He was active in many organizations, such as the Combined Jewish Appeal, Jewish National Fund, Brandeis Lodge, YMHA's Stay Young, Jewish Child and Family Service, and Gwen Secter Creative Living Centre. He was a faithful Red Cross blood donor where he made over 100 donations. He also canvassed door to door for many organizations, including the Cancer Society, Kidney Disease, and the Canadian Diabetes Association. He was a member of the Shaarey Zedek and the Shammes there where he lead daily services from 1985 to1998. He supported and comforted people in mourning and those dealing with other of life's issues, and encouraged and educated new attendees. He fulfilled his longtime dream by making his first trip to Israel in 1977 with Sadie. After Mom passed away in 1985, Dad went to Israel every year for the next ten years on the JNF Volunteer Work Program. He tutored children, participated in archaeological digs, and toured with his friends. Dad's last trip to Israel was in 1996 when he was accompanied by Sharon and Elaine. In 1999 Dad moved to the Sharon Home. Though he suffered from dementia, he always had a warm smile and a handshake for those who greeted him. We wish to thank all of the north and south Sharon Home staff who cared for Dad for the past six years. A special thank you to all the second-floor staff of the Simkin Centre who lovingly cared for Dad for the last three years. Thank you to Rabbi Neal Rose, Steven Hyman and nurses Jane Jaculak and Trifona Bermisa. Pallbearers were his grandsons, Adam, Daniel and Jason, nephew Lorne Raber, great-nephew Mac Mills and close friend Bill Weissmann. Honorary pallbearers were his brothers-in-law Zol Pinsk and Sam Juravsky, close friend Meyer Silver and son-in-law Ian Goldstine. Donations may be made in Dad's memory to the Ben and Sadie Raber Fund at the Jewish Foundation of Manitoba (204) 477-7525 or www.jewishfoundation.org or the charity of your choice.

[N40] MOLLY RABER Molly passed away peacefully at the age of 99 at the Simkin Centre on November 4, 2004, surrounded by her loving children and grandchildren. Molly was predeceased by her husband Joseph and her son-in-law Paul Silver. She is survived by her daughters, Nessie Greenberg (David) and Clarice Silver (partner Syd Bercovich) and her grandchildren, Brooke Allen, Wayne Silver (Nava), Randy Mellon (Richard), Jeffrey Silver (Diana Toth) and her great-grandchildren, Lauren, Joey and Alexis Silver and Carly and Hailey Mellon. Molly came to Canada from Sosnovye (Ludwipol), Poland in 1924. She married Joseph Raber in 1932. Their home was always open to friends and family and no one went hungry! Mollys cooking skills were inherited by her daughters and granddaughters and they duplicate her recipes in their homes. She left a legacy for her grandchildren of a home filled with friends and family. It is a testament to her that we are such a close family and that we were all around her in her final hour. She enjoyed her many trips with Joe, and her friends were a very important part of her life. She spent winters with friends in Hawaii and Palm Springs and her grandchildren have fond memories of times spent with their grandparents on these vacations. Molly was an avid Mah Jong player and continued to play at both the Simkin and Asper Centres until shortly before her passing. She was a determined and tenacious woman, assertive in nature, and she shone in social situations when surrounded by younger friends. Her sense of humour always brought laughter to everyone. Molly faced challenges in life but never let her disabilities overcome her inner strength. Her love of her grandchildren and great-grandchildren was ever evident in her shining eyes and they continued to travel to visit her until her death. She was our Matriarch and leaves us a legacy of love and devotion. Molly developed a wonderful friendship with her companion, Maria Szmilek. Her kindness, compassion and love for Molly were a blessing our family will always cherish. We would like to thank the staff at the Simkin Centre, Star of David Nursing Station and especially Carol, Mia and Helen for the wonderful care and support they showered on our mother. Services were held at the Shaarey Zedek Synagogue, Friday, November 5. Pallbearers were David Greenberg, Syd Bercovich, Richard Mellon, Jeffrey Silver, Wayne Silver and Chaim Raber. Honourary pallbearers were Sonny Raber, Sonny Epstein, Morris Gardner and David Rosenbaum. If so desired, donations can be made to the Molly and Joe Raber Fund at the Jewish Foundation or a charity of choice. Her grandchildren like to think that their Baba is in a better place now, one that unites her with her husband, Zaida Joe and her beloved son-in-law Paul. She told her family that they would be in heaven waiting for her. Her grandchildrens final farewell was, "Go peacefully Baba, and give Zaida and Daddy a kiss for us. We love you and well miss you dearly."
As published in the Winnipeg Free Press on November 13, 2004
MOLLY RABER Molly passed away peacefully at the age of 99 at the Simkin Centre on November 4, 2004, surrounded by her loving children and grandchildren. Molly was predeceased by her husband Joseph and her son-in-law Paul Silver. She is survived by her daughters, Nessie Greenberg (David) and Clarice Silver (partner Syd Bercovich) and her grandchildren, Brooke Allen, Wayne Silver (Nava), Randy Mellon (Richard), Jeffrey Silver (Diana Toth) and her great-grandchildren, Lauren, Joey and Alexis Silver and Carly and Hailey Mellon. Molly came to Canada from Sosnovye (Ludwipol), Poland in 1924. She married Joseph Raber in 1932. Their home was always open to friends and family and no one went hungry! Mollys cooking skills were inherited by her daughters and granddaughters and they duplicate her recipes in their homes. She left a legacy for her grandchildren of a home filled with friends and family. It is a testament to her that we are such a close family and that we were all around her in her final hour. She enjoyed her many trips with Joe, and her friends were a very important part of her life. She spent winters with friends in Hawaii and Palm Springs and her grandchildren have fond memories of times spent with their grandparents on these vacations. Molly was an avid Mah Jong player and continued to play at both the Simkin and Asper Centres until shortly before her passing. She was a determined and tenacious woman, assertive in nature, and she shone in social situations when surrounded by younger friends. Her sense of humour always brought laughter to everyone. Molly faced challenges in life but never let her disabilities overcome her inner strength. Her love of her grandchildren and great-grandchildren was ever evident in her shining eyes and they continued to travel to visit her until her death. She was our Matriarch and leaves us a legacy of love and devotion. Molly developed a wonderful friendship with her companion, Maria Szmilek. Her kindness, compassion and love for Molly were a blessing our family will always cherish. We would like to thank the staff at the Simkin Centre, Star of David Nursing Station and especially Carol, Mia and Helen for the wonderful care and support they showered on our mother. Services were held at the Shaarey Zedek Synagogue, Friday, November 5. Pallbearers were David Greenberg, Syd Bercovich, Richard Mellon, Jeffrey Silver, Wayne Silver and Chaim Raber. Honourary pallbearers were Sonny Raber, Sonny Epstein, Morris Gardner and David Rosenbaum. If so desired, donations can be made to the Molly and Joe Raber Fund at the Jewish Foundation or a charity of choice. Her grandchildren like to think that their Baba is in a better place now, one that unites her with her husband, Zaida Joe and her beloved son-in-law Paul. She told her family that they would be in heaven waiting for her. Her grandchildrens final farewell was, "Go peacefully Baba, and give Zaida and Daddy a kiss for us. We love you and well miss you dearly."

[N41] While Al and Marian (Abrams) Zelickson both boast rural Canadian roots, they are very much active urban dwellers, proud of the city of Winnipeg and all it has to offer, and proud of the local Jewish community, its services, organizations and, in particular, its community campus.

Al’s father, Louis, was born in Hirsch, Saskatchewan. He worked there as a grain buyer, became a town councilor, and traveled to Winnipeg to marry Annie Ginsberg in 1914. The couple returned to Hirsch, where their oldest son Ralph was born in 1918, then moved to Winnipeg so they could offer their children a Jewish education. Al was born in Winnipeg in 1921.

Settling in the north end, Louis, an accountant by profession, worked for a wholesale grocer. He was a quiet and giving man who helped out many small grocers with acts of kindness, including the delivery of Gunn’s Bakery’s first barrel of oil. He was so highly regarded by Jew and non-Jew alike that when he died in 1943 at the age of 51, Flora Avenue, between Main and Charles, was closed off for his funeral.

Annie was born in Dvinsk, Russia but educated in London, England. While diminutive in height, she was tall in personality. When she arrived in Winnipeg as a teenager she began working as a forelady at a clothing factory, where, with her hair cut short to make her appear older, her perfect English helped her translate and arbitrate between employer and employees. She was the driving force behind her sons’ Jewish education, and very involved in the Talmud Torah Muter Farein. Every year before Yom Tov she had her sons paint the synagogue chairs. While Louis was an accomplished pianist, Annie entertained at Talmud Torah banquets with her beautiful voice - a gift that her son Al inherited.

Al began singing in Cantor Brownstone’s Talmud Torah Choir at the age of six. He joined the Shaarey Zedek Synagogue Choir in 1938, where he sang for 55 years. In 1970 he traveled to Israel with the choir to perform at the Zimriyah Song Festival, and was thrilled to act as choir manager. He continues to sing today for special occasions.

When Al finished high school he began working at Dominion Electric for $9 a week. He had always been mechanically inclined and found his work rewarding, particularly as fluorescent lighting was just being introduced. He met Marian when Max, his friend and Marian’s younger brother, asked him to fix a lamp at their house. Marian was smitten when she heard Al singing in the attic, Al was intrigued, and the two began dating.

The couple was separated in 1941 when Al joined the Air Force. He served three and a half years as a wireless air gunner, partly on staff at the Canadian Commonwealth Training Plan where he logged a multitude of flying hours. He and Marian married in 1946, and Al, although in need of work, turned down two job offers that required traveling so that he could spend time with his bride. He did accept a third offer, becoming a salesman at Midwest Radio and Furniture Company.

In 1950 Al moved to the provincial government, starting off as a clerk and becoming the Director of Licensing in the Department of Motor Vehicles. In 1968, he was invited by Premier Ed Schreyer to participate in the preliminary designing of Autopac. He retired in 1983 at the age of 62.

By then, Marian had retired from her career with the Unemployment Insurance Commission. She had begun her government career working in the Federal Department of Mobilization/ Veterans Affairs during the war, after taking her mother’s advice and turning down a job in Ottawa. Marian left the workforce when she became pregnant in 1948, and returned part time years later to earn money to afford a trip to Israel. Upon retiring in 1978, Marian began volunteering for B’nai B’rith and in the Shaarey Zedek gift shop, which she does still today. When she was younger she also volunteered at the Health Sciences Centre.

Marian and her brother, Max, had been born in Dauphin, moving to Winnipeg with their parents Sara (Davis) and Mitchell Abrams as toddlers. Marian’s maternal grandparents, William and Esther, were German immigrants who had been betrothed as children. They wed in Montréal, were storekeepers in Three Rivers, Quebec, and had nine children, of whom Sara was the youngest. They eventually moved to Winnipeg where William ran a store. After completing school, Sara worked in Eaton’s binary. When she married Mitchell she moved with him to Dauphin where he worked for a creamery.

Mitchell had been born in Winnipeg, orphaned at a young age, and brought up by his half sister. He was a very outgoing man and had many friends. He died at the age of 59, while Sara, lived to the age of 97.

Marian grew up in a kosher home on Boyd and Powers, and was a good student at William Whyte and Isaac Newton schools. She fondly recalls accompanying her father to baseball games and wrestling matches at the old auditorium. In her youth, like Al, she was a member of Young Judea and the Y. After high school, she worked as a cashier for Odeon Morton’s Theatres and attended Success Business College before beginning her government career.

Marian and Al have two daughters. Louise Raber is a Registered Nurse in Winnipeg, married to Lorne Raber and mother to Lindsay. Elaine Gamer is a Marketing Director who resides in Calgary with her husband, Harvey Gamer. They have two sons, Michael, who lives in England, and Daniel, who lives in Calgary. Marian and Al both enjoy a very close relationship with their families, especially their grandchildren.

Marian and Al are pleased to be participating in the Endowment Book of Life program and to have this opportunity to demonstrate their support for the future of the Winnipeg Jewish community.

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[H42] Marcia and Aron Raber held hands until the hour Marcia died in 1990. Their final moments together were a metaphor for their marriage - a loving, respectful, and mutually supportive union. Their story is a love story.

Marcia, Mariasha in Hebrew, was born in 1905 in Lithuania to Rabbi Yitzchak and Sara Dixon. Marcia came to Canada with her mother when Marcia was nine months old; her father preceded them and earned money to bring them to Canada. The family settled in Bender Hamlet. Marcia's father worked as a Rabbi, Mohel, and Shochet, serving people throughout the Interlake. Marcia's siblings were Morris, Rose, Eddie, Tillie, Gladys, and Evie. The family was poor and nearly starved in their Interlake shtetl. When Marcia was ready for high school, the family left Bender Hamlet for Winnipeg where her father continued to work as a Shochet. The family lived on Schultz Street while Marcia went to high school and later pursued training as a secretary/bookkeeper. Marcia worked to support her struggling family until she got married.

Aron, known in business as Harry, was born in 1905 to Yitzchak and Bracha Raber in Selish, Ludwipol, Poland, and came to Canada in 1929. The rest of Aron's family stayed in Poland, despite the fact his Raber Zaida and his father's brothers and sisters had immigrated to Winnipeg. His parents and four of his siblings (Leah, Razel, Gershon, and Ya'acov), two sisters-in-law, and a nephew were murdered in the Holocaust. His brother Labish, previously denied entry into Canada, escaped Selish to fight with the underground, later settling in Israel with his second wife; his brother Avrom, also denied entry into Canada, went to Israel as a pioneer on a kibbutz before the war; his brother Gershon was killed in battle fighting with the Russian Cavalry; his sister Bayla escaped Europe and made her way to Israel during the Holocaust.

When Aron arrived in Canada, he went first to Yorkton, Saskatchewan, where he worked as a farmhand as required by the government, while learning English from a minister's wife. Aron came to Winnipeg and took a job at Perth's and also worked in Selkirk in a clothing store. While visiting relatives on Schultz Street, he noticed a young woman washing the windows across the street. That was the day Aron and Marcia met; they fell in love and married in 1934. From that time on, they loved, supported, and respected one another.

With Marcia's help, Aron opened and ran grocery stores on Main Street, then Carlton Street, ultimately opening Harry's Food and Fruit Market on Osborne Street. He became the president of the Associated Retail Grocers, and lobbied against laws that limited the sale of groceries on Sunday. He was well-liked, successful, and hard-working. He had great integrity and was known to grant credit to those who were struggling, and was especially generous to families suffering during the war years, through the polio epidemic, and those who came to Winnipeg after the Holocaust; he did this with Marcia's full encouragement.

Marcia helped Aron with all of the paper work needed to run their businesses, because he couldn't read or write English very well. She helped him in their stores, and always advised and encouraged him, most notably to purchase land on McPhillips Street and to open Raber's Department Store.

The couple had three children: Monte (married to Myrna); Leah; and Carol (married to Arnold). Marcia loved opera, ballet and theatre; Aron enjoyed reading. However, the real focus of their lives was their children. Marcia was a passionate, caring mother. After shtetl living, pogroms, and emigration, Aron said at the end of his life that he never imagined that he and Marcia would leave such a legacy and dynasty of children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. Neither took each other or their family for granted. There were eight grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren that Harry and Marcia knew and loved very much. Eight additional great-grandchildren were born after they passed away.

Marcia, Aron, Monte, Leah, and Carol enjoyed Jewish holidays together in a home that was steeped in Jewish tradition. The family enjoyed time together at their cottage in Winnipeg Beach, later in Gimli, and the children always helped out in the store and at home. To Marcia and Aron, nurturing a close-knit family was a priority, as was being involved in community life. Marcia was active with Mizrachi and Hadassah and Aron with B'nai Brith; they supported Jewish and Israeli causes. They attended the Ashkenazie Synagogue and then Beth Israel Synagogue where Aron received many Aliyahs and enjoyed socializing with others at Kiddush on Shabbat.

Marcia was a worldly, cultured woman who was also a great "balabusta." She encouraged her children to be the best they could be, but to be modest so they did not offend anyone about their many accomplishments or possessions. Aron and Marcia showered the immediate and extended family with love, advice, and support. They treated each other's families as one, providing their parents, brothers, sisters, nieces, and nephews with whatever they could to improve their lives. It was through their parents' example that Monte, Leah, Carol, and families have carried on the tradition of Tzedaka.

After Carol's birth, Marcia became very ill but it was not until many years later that she was diagnosed with Lupus. She was in and out of the hospital almost every year from 1945 on, but was determined to live as full a life as possible, still cooking for her family and guiding them in their endeavours. In later years, after the children had left home and Marcia's health worsened, she taught Aron to cook while sitting in her wheelchair in the kitchen. Not only did he become a good cook, he made sure Marcia's every need was looked after, even after she went to live in the Sharon Home. As Marcia's health declined, Aron became her advocate. Marcia passed away in 1990 at the age of 84; Aron passed away in 2000 at the age of 95.

Marcia and Aron Raber set a remarkable example, earned the respect and love of all who knew them, and were seen as the matriarch and patriarch of the family. Theirs is a legacy of hard work, Jewish tradition, outstanding character, and deep love.

[H43] Early in the 20th century, a young lady named Ida Greenspan traveled first class from her home in Russia to New York. This was because she was to marry a man, via a matchmaker, in Odessa and refused. She lived and worked in the garment district of New York for two years before moving to Regina, Saskatchewan where she met her distant cousin and dairy farmer, Sam Pinsk, who became her husband. They soon began a family and had seven children: Goldie (Adelman), Dora (Sandell), Sadie (Raber, born August 18, 1921), Anne (Tucker), Beatrice (Bunny Gurvey), Zolman and Mona (Juravsky). When little Mona was just seven years old, her father passed away, leaving Ida to raise seven children. Ida later moved to Winnipeg and passed away there in 1972.

In early 1921, determined to leave their home in Poland to emigrate to Canada, Simcha and Leiba (Shpin) Raber left for Amsterdam with their three sons Wilfred, Michael and Ben (born June 17, 1920). Little Ben was just 6 months old but Leiba bravely went on to Canada with her sons when her husband was detained in Amsterdam because of problems with his eyes. He later followed them and the family made their home in Winnipeg. A daughter, Anne (Lewengood), was added to the family.

Ben grew up in Winnipeg’s North End, had his Bar Mitzvah at the Talmud Torah, and graduated from St. John’s High School. He then joined the Royal Canadian Air Force as an airplane mechanic, despite being known as an “un-handyman”. During the war he was stationed in Mossbank, Saskatchewan with the ferry squadron and weekends saw Ben going into Regina “because there were Jewish girls there”. Sure enough, he met Sadie Pinsk, a bookkeeper for a local drycleaner. She was a lovely girl, a terrific speed skater and avid baseball player. They married on March 5, 1944.

After the war, Ben attended the School of Design in New York while Sadie stayed in Regina. When he finished school they moved to Winnipeg where he worked for several clothing manufacturers including Jacob & Crawley and National Sportswear. Then in 1965, he established Raber Togs. Ben and Sadie ran the business together successfully until it was sold in 1985.

Ben and Sadie had three daughters: Sharon (Allentuck, born 1947), Marilyn (born 1948) and Elaine (Goldstine, born 1955). With three children to raise and a company to run, Sadie was the “original multi-tasker” - both home and business were run in an organized, no-nonsense manner. Family was always the first priority and despite a busy life, Sadie loved to cook and bake for family dinners - “if you have room in your heart, you have room in your home,” she was known to say. Ben too was a family man - Sunday mornings were often spent visiting family members, and wherever he traveled in the world, he always sought out relatives. He came from a large extended family since his great- grandfather married seven times and had children with each wife except one - the last child when he was 80! Ben and Sadie had four grandchildren: Adam and Sarah Allentuck and Daniel and Jason Goldstine.

The Rabers’ love for family was closely matched by a love for community. From an early age Ben took an interest in community affairs. Perhaps his strongest commitment has been to the Combined Jewish Appeal, where for almost his entire life he has served as a canvasser for the People’s Division. He has served as President of Brandeis Lodge, General Monash Legion, and the Stay Young Club, and has served on the boards of the YMHA, Jewish Child and Family Service, and the Gwen Secter Creative Living Centre. He was a faithful Red Cross blood donor and served as canvasser for many community organizations. Sadie too loved to canvas for various causes, and was active with the National Council of Jewish Women, the Brandeis Ladies’ Auxiliary, and Herzlia Sisterhood. The CJA was also dear to her heart, and she was proud to have served as Chair of Super Week.

Ben currently resides in the Sharon Home, Sadie passed away in 1985. After she died, Ben took lessons and learned to cook so that he could make Shabbas meals for his family. He also fulfilled a long-time dream which had been birthed when he and Sadie made their first trip to Israel in 1977. He began to visit Israel for several months each year, serving as a volunteer with the Jewish National Fund’s Volunteer Work Program. He did this from 1986 to 1995. During the Gulf War he was issued a gas mask and at times took cover in a bomb shelter but refused to leave his beloved Israel.

The Rabers exemplify what has made Winnipeg’s Jewish community thrive. They were hard-working, humble people with high principles and values who gave unselfishly to their community without the need for public recognition. Life for them, though busy, was simple: family, community, and Israel.

[N44] For Marilyn Raber, life is all about her family and community service. The more she can help, the better. The more she can serve, the happier she is. These are values she comes by honestly - values she inherited from her parents, the late Ben and Sadie Raber (née Pinsk).

Ben was born in 1920 in Poland and, at the tender age of six months, came to Canada with two brothers and their mother, Leiba (née Shpin). Ben’s father, Simcha, arrived a little later and Simcha and Leiba had another child, a daughter. Marilyn’s mother, Sadie, was born in Regina to Sam and Ida Pinsk (née Greenspan), who originally came from Odessa, via New York. Sadie was one of seven children.

Ben was stationed in Mossbank, Saskatchewan, with the ferry squadron during World War II and met Sadie on a weekend visit to the “big city”. They married in Regina in 1944. After the war, Ben went to design school in New York while Sadie stayed in Regina. They then moved to Winnipeg in 1946 where Ben worked for a number of different clothing manufacturers before establishing Raber Togs in 1965.

Marilyn was born in 1948 in Winnipeg, the middle child between Sharon (Allentuck) and Elaine (Goldstine). The first family home was on Lansdowne and the second on Oak. Marilyn recalls lively neighbourhoods full of children. She loved to ride her bike around the neighbourhood and is still an occasional rider. She reminisces lovingly about family car trips to California, Detroit Lakes, Clear Lake, and eventually a family cottage.

Marilyn attended Inkster and Isaac Brock Schools and then went to R.B. Russell for high school where she studied cooking. She also went to Hebrew night school at Herzlia. She had some challenges along the way, including a hearing problem, but her parents treated her the same way as they did her sisters, and expected her to be independent and resilient. She was then, and she is now.

After high school, Marilyn worked for a number of years in the family business, Raber Togs. She then moved on to Kromar Printing where she worked in shipping and production. Today she works part-time at Schmoozer’s Café, the restaurant at the Asper Jewish Community Campus.

As a volunteer, Marilyn is leaving a tremendous mark on her Jewish community. Over the years she has logged hundreds and hundreds of hours as a volunteer with the Jewish Federation of Winnipeg, and has become a valued member of the office staff as she takes care of filing, mailings, and other duties. She was recognized publicly for her service to the Federation in 2013 with a Shem Tov Award. Marilyn is a modest and soft-spoken woman, but is quite proud of her award and hopes her volunteerism sets an example for others.

Before joining the team at the Federation, she was an active volunteer with National Council of Jewish Women, helping out at programs and at the former Opportunity Store.

Marilyn humbly says that she volunteers so much because “it gives me something to do,” but she also confesses that she has a hard time saying “no.” She is proud to give to her community.

Marilyn holds dear to her family relationships. She is very close with her sisters, Sharon and Elaine, and feels very connected to her three nephews, one niece, two great nieces, and her many cousins. “I love my family,” she says with a warm smile.

Over the years, Marilyn has also enjoyed a great deal of travel. She was part of a 2006 trip to Israel with Shaarey Zedek, and has taken bus tours to Banff, California, Ottawa, and Nova Scotia.

When not working or volunteering, Marilyn enjoys coming to the Rady JCC, watching hockey and baseball games, or simply walking outside (she loves the outdoors!). She is also a very frequent attendee at Shaarey Zedek, where her father served as Shammes in his retirement. She rarely misses a Shabbat morning or weeknight service and is proud to be part of the minyan.

Marilyn is proud to have her story in the Endowment Book of Life, and proud of the community she calls home. “I want to set an example for my nephews and nieces,” says Marilyn. “We are all part of the community’s story.”

[N45] Early in the 20th century, a young lady named Ida Greenspan traveled first class from her home in Russia to New York. This was because she was to marry a man, via a matchmaker, in Odessa and refused. She lived and worked in the garment district of New York for two years before moving to Regina, Saskatchewan where she met her distant cousin and dairy farmer, Sam Pinsk, who became her husband. They soon began a family and had seven children: Goldie (Adelman), Dora (Sandell), Sadie (Raber, born August 18, 1921), Anne (Tucker), Beatrice (Bunny Gurvey), Zolman and Mona (Juravsky). When little Mona was just seven years old, her father passed away, leaving Ida to raise seven children. Ida later moved to Winnipeg and passed away there in 1972.

In early 1921, determined to leave their home in Poland to emigrate to Canada, Simcha and Leiba (Shpin) Raber left for Amsterdam with their three sons Wilfred, Michael and Ben (born June 17, 1920). Little Ben was just 6 months old but Leiba bravely went on to Canada with her sons when her husband was detained in Amsterdam because of problems with his eyes. He later followed them and the family made their home in Winnipeg. A daughter, Anne (Lewengood), was added to the family.

Ben grew up in Winnipeg’s North End, had his Bar Mitzvah at the Talmud Torah, and graduated from St. John’s High School. He then joined the Royal Canadian Air Force as an airplane mechanic, despite being known as an “un-handyman”. During the war he was stationed in Mossbank, Saskatchewan with the ferry squadron and weekends saw Ben going into Regina “because there were Jewish girls there”. Sure enough, he met Sadie Pinsk, a bookkeeper for a local drycleaner. She was a lovely girl, a terrific speed skater and avid baseball player. They married on March 5, 1944.

After the war, Ben attended the School of Design in New York while Sadie stayed in Regina. When he finished school they moved to Winnipeg where he worked for several clothing manufacturers including Jacob & Crawley and National Sportswear. Then in 1965, he established Raber Togs. Ben and Sadie ran the business together successfully until it was sold in 1985.

Ben and Sadie had three daughters: Sharon (Allentuck, born 1947), Marilyn (born 1948) and Elaine (Goldstine, born 1955). With three children to raise and a company to run, Sadie was the “original multi-tasker” - both home and business were run in an organized, no-nonsense manner. Family was always the first priority and despite a busy life, Sadie loved to cook and bake for family dinners - “if you have room in your heart, you have room in your home,” she was known to say. Ben too was a family man - Sunday mornings were often spent visiting family members, and wherever he traveled in the world, he always sought out relatives. He came from a large extended family since his great- grandfather married seven times and had children with each wife except one - the last child when he was 80! Ben and Sadie had four grandchildren: Adam and Sarah Allentuck and Daniel and Jason Goldstine.

The Rabers’ love for family was closely matched by a love for community. From an early age Ben took an interest in community affairs. Perhaps his strongest commitment has been to the Combined Jewish Appeal, where for almost his entire life he has served as a canvasser for the People’s Division. He has served as President of Brandeis Lodge, General Monash Legion, and the Stay Young Club, and has served on the boards of the YMHA, Jewish Child and Family Service, and the Gwen Secter Creative Living Centre. He was a faithful Red Cross blood donor and served as canvasser for many community organizations. Sadie too loved to canvas for various causes, and was active with the National Council of Jewish Women, the Brandeis Ladies’ Auxiliary, and Herzlia Sisterhood. The CJA was also dear to her heart, and she was proud to have served as Chair of Super Week.

Ben currently resides in the Sharon Home, Sadie passed away in 1985. After she died, Ben took lessons and learned to cook so that he could make Shabbas meals for his family. He also fulfilled a long-time dream which had been birthed when he and Sadie made their first trip to Israel in 1977. He began to visit Israel for several months each year, serving as a volunteer with the Jewish National Fund’s Volunteer Work Program. He did this from 1986 to 1995. During the Gulf War he was issued a gas mask and at times took cover in a bomb shelter but refused to leave his beloved Israel.

The Rabers exemplify what has made Winnipeg’s Jewish community thrive. They were hard-working, humble people with high principles and values who gave unselfishly to their community without the need for public recognition. Life for them, though busy, was simple: family, community, and Israel.
Border Crossings: From Canada to U.S., 1895-1956 about Sadie Raber
Name: Sadie Raber
Arrival Date: 28 Mar 1946
Age: 24
Birth Date: 18 Aug 1921
BIRTHPLACE: Regina Sask
Birth Country: Canada
Gender: Female
Port of Arrival: Buffalo, USA
Departure Contact: Mother-in-law Mrs. Sam Raber
Record has photo?: No

[N46] Attended the University of Chicago and the School of the Art Institute of Chicago from 1954 to 1956. Received B.F.A. and M.F.A. from the University of Southern California in 1959. Taught at Eastern Oregon State College, the University of Wisconsin at Madison, the University of Southern California, and was a member of the faculty of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill from 1967 to 1996.

It went quickly. 2015 just happened. I at 84 (in my 85th year) cannot realize it is that late in my life. I didn’t expect to live past 40. Asbestos one summer. All that turp, paint thinner, varsol, medium and varnish. Leaning over an acid bath and zinc plates. Classes of printmaking and painting. All that poison in my system….I guess I became immune to major medical problems….but enough said..

So much good stuff. Being a Great-Grandfather…most interesting//Sophie is charming. Her parents Melissa and Erick Jensen are very good parents. And Sophie’s grandparents Paul and Susan are able to see them “sort of often” Then Leslie and Gregg. Aaron will graduate from UNC-A this spring. Jennifer doing what she wanted to do..in NY..Arts Management. Aaron wants to make the world better and I am pleased to have one socialist in the family. At his age I was also. And Adam (Jackie’s great-nephew) still living upstairs in my home. A pleasant addition to my family.

Gregg and Paul are good cooks, bordering on Chef..dom. Leslie and Susan good sous-chefs and Leslie bakes ….all the time. I do not know about Melissa. Me..no longer.. I now make due. No longer a good cook..only a cook. The last parties I dealt with was for my 80th birthday and for former students side by side with Mahler exhibitions.

My last completed series of canvases were of the P.R Waterfalls. They took a long time. My new series based on drawings from 1990’s to 2007. None of the drawings deal with water. They are coming along and sing with color. 14 in all.

I have had two exhibitions one at the Eno Gallery and the other in the Alcott gallery on campus. Great PR and lousy sales. In fact lousy galley sales in 2015. But it doesn’t matter. The sad part of my life is no more Europe. My Dr has said “NO”.Re -contacted with Frank Faulkner and maybe will go up the Hudson in May, visit and draw.

In all an interesting year. Contact with many. Exhibition in Portland of sister Florence’s work. Meeting Great Nieces and their offspring. Sister Bernice not well and we no longer can communicate. Former students still in contact and give me much pride in what they tell me I did for them. The Friedman/Saltzman fund for painting students is still growing and I thank all who contribute to its

growth. At least 18 students can benefit this year. This is one legacy that Jackie and I wanted. The other. My work. Drawings, paintings and prints. I have a family that are smart. They will not let my life go unnoticed. I am placing work in Museums this year.

So my life continues..in importance, My wonderful family, my work and my former students some can be seen and things can be noted on google Marvin Saltzman Artist and of course www.marvinsaltzman.com. Thank you for letting me into your life. Now 2016.

[N47] http://www.cjhn.ca/en/permalink/genealogy1387

Children
Israel, Jacob, Moses, Bertha, Dora, Martha, Ida, Rachel, Malka

[N48] Source:
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From Sondra Rutman:
Next story. My mom's father was the 1st violinist for the orpheum theatre,the precursor of the Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra. Zaida Isadore and my Bobba Clara (she played piano for silent movies) were performers and it was Vaudeville time. Coming through Winnipeg was a steady stream of big-name performers. Famous jewish performers came through, including Jack Benny (and his side-kick), George Burns and Gracie, Sophie Tucker etc. My Zaida played for them or in shows before or after theirs and then, apparently, everyone went back to my Bobba and Zaida's place to party. On Friday nights, they had Shabbat dinner there. Who knew! Oh, to have been able to see those times. So glad to know that they had that fun.

From Fred Rutman:
Mom told me Zaida later became the leader of the newly formed musician's union, which lead to the Symphony being formed. Plus he conducted. Plus we stiil have his violin.

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[N51] 1923 ~ 2015
Dorothy Sosin, 91, of Salt Lake City, formerly of Woodland Hills, CA and Champaign, Illinois, died at 6:57 a.m. Tuesday March 31, 2015, at the Emeritus Senior Living Facility.
Dorothy was born on August 24, 1923 in Champaign, to Abraham and Sima (Londsberg) Simon. Dorothy attended the University of Illinois, graduating with honors in 1944. She later went on to earn a degree in Occupational Therapy in 1948 and a Masters in Education in 1970.
Dorothy married Abraham Sosin in Chicago in 1948; he preceded her in death in 1978. Survivors include one daughter, Cynthia Shoff, one son, Howard Sosin, and five grandchildren: Thomas Shoff, and Clifford, Tyler, Clarissa, and Matthew Sosin. Dorothy was preceded by her husband, parents, and brother.

See more at: http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/saltlaketribune/obituary.aspx?pid=174528408#sthash.iGyZlNkC.dpuf

[N52] ALBERT (AL ) RUTMAN Sadly, the family of Albert Rutman (Al), born November 18, 1928, of Winnipeg announces his passing on June 8, 2015, at the Simkin Centre. The family appreciates the care that Al received from the staff at the Centre. Albert was the much loved husband of Rose (Cookie); and father to Ray and wife Linda, Sondra and husband Jason, and Fred; and grandfather to Leah (Dan) and Evan (Kristen) and Shael and Zane. Also grieving his loss are his sisters Cecile Meyrowitz (Sam, deceased) and Bernice Burko (Chilo, deceased), along with his many nieces and nephews and great nieces and great nephews, with whom he had a special bond. Albert was predeceased by his parents, Esther and Sam. Albert lived a life filled with many friends, playing bridge and golfing and gladly helping whoever and whenever he could. For 30 years, he was a Sales Representative employed by the London Life Insurance Company. In spite of suffering through many health problems, he always had a smile and a joke for everyone he met. Funeral services were held at Etz Chayim Synagogue on June 10, 2015 with interment at Shaarey Zedek Cemetery. If desired, donations in his name may be made to the Canadian Museum of Human Rights, or any charity of your choice. Albert will be loved and remembered by all his family and friends.

[N53] Jon, this is my mother, was called Feiga in Jewish, but in English was called Fanny. She was born May 6, 1898 and died August 11, 1980. To confuse you more her and my father Abraham Zalman Raber were first cousins. Her maiden name was Chiryk, and her mother's maiden name was Shifka Leah Raber born 1868 and died August 23, 1954. Shifka was a daughter of Beryl Raber and a sister to Chaim Gutel Raber. (from Jack Raber)

Immigration Records (1925-1935)
Surname: Raber
Given Name: Fejga
Age: 30
Sex: F
Nationality: Pol
Date of Arrival: 1927/05/13 (YYYY/MM/DD)
Port of Arrival: Halifax
Ship: ESTONIA, Baltic American
Reference: RG76 - IMMIGRATION, series C-1-b
Volume: 1927 volume 9
Page Number: 74
Microfilm reel: T-14810

[N54] Mother is Janet Clark

[N55] Marilyn Dichter Cell Phone 416-948-6850

[N56] Marcia Raber

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved Marcia Raber (nee Dixon), on January 8, 1990 at the age of 84.
Marcia lived her life as an inspiration to others. She was a woman of dignity, integrity, kindness and phenomenal courage. She leaves a legacy of love, thoughtfulness and generosity which will always be remembered by those who know her. A member of Mizrachi and Hadassah, he philosophy of life was to help others with kind words and good deeds and she remained concerned about others to the end of her life. A “Woman of Valor”, she was a wonderful example of a wise, caring, and loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend.
She leaves to cherish her memory, her loving and devoted husband, Aron Yona Raber, her son and daughter-in-law, Monte and Myrna Raber; her son and daughter-in-law Leah Weinberg; her daughter and son-in-law, Carol and Arnold Shapiro; grandchildren Avis and Ari Lipson, Eileen and Ian Block, Earl Raber, Lloyd, Garry and Shoshana Weinberg, Cara and Mariasha Shapiro; great-grandchildren, Mark and Daniel Lipson; brother Eddie Dixon and sister Tillie Zitsow of Winnipeg, sister Rose Friedman and husband Morrie of Fair Lawn, NJ, sister Gladys Teich of West Palm Beach, Florida, sister Evelyn Stern and husband Joe of Van Nuys, California; her loving nieces ,nephews, relatives and friends.
We appreciate the many acts of consideration and caring extended to Marcia by Cathy Semkiw, Drs. J. Kettner, A. Macrodimitris, S. Baker, J. Rabson. R. Crawford, and many others through the years.
Thanks to those people who respected her humanity and treated her with dignity and thoughtfulness while she lived at the Sharon Home.
Very special thanks to her loving, kind and devoted friends, Barbara, Melody, and Kathy.
Funeral services were held Wednesday, Jan. 10 at 12:30 p.m. at the Beth Israel Synagogue. Interment at the Shaarey Zedek Cemetery.
Pallbearers were Arnold Shapiro, Lloyd Weinberg, Earl Raber, Sam Katz and David Levene. Honorary pallbearers were grandsons Garry Weinberg and Ian Block; family friend Gary Margolis, relatives Paul Newman, Harold Zell and Phillip Zell.
Flowers are gratefully declined. If friends so desire Marcia requested donations be made to the Sharon Home.
Shiva was observed at 42 Hillhouse Road.
“A woman of valor who can find? Her price is far above rubies. Give her of the fruit of her hands, and let her works praise her in the gates.”

[N57] According to Marilyn, there are ten children and 25 grandchildren

[N58] Died at age 93 (on gravestone in Winnipeg)

[N59] Martin Goose

Office: 416-447-7184

[N60] Named after grandfather Abraham Raber

[N61] additional email: bernardjaffa@gmail.com

[N62] CHAIM KATZ It is with profound sorrow that we announce the peaceful passing of Chaim Katz on October 30, 1999. Born in Selesht (Ludvipol) Poland in 1914 to Shmuel and Malka Surah Katz, he was the eldest of five children. After marrying Manya Stern, they emigrated to Canada and settled in Winnipeg in 1948. For more than 30 years Chaim owned several grocery stores and then moved on to the hotel business. He loved his family unconditionally and was an excellent provider. He was respected and loved by all who knew him. He enjoyed a unique relationship with each of his grandchildren and his great-granddaughter. Chaim was predeceased by his parents, sister Leah and brother Shmuel. He is mourned by his wife of 53 years Manya, his daughter and son-in-law Lynda and Al Chwaiewsky, his son and daughter-in-law Sam and Joanne Katz, grandchildren; Alex, Leah, Carol (Alfredo), Dawn and Geoffrey, great-granddaughter Gabriela, brothers and sisters-in-law Leon and Fay Raber, Bernard and Freda Raber and Max and Chana Stern, as well as many cousins, nieces and nephews. Services were held on October 31, at the Bnay Abraham Synagogue with Rabbi P. Weizman officiating. Pallbearers were Al and Alex Chwaiewsky, Lionel, Steven and Lorne Raber and David Stern. Our heartfelt thanks to Drs S. Koven and D. Meyrowitz and the staffs at Seven Oaks Hospital and Sharon Nursing Home. A donation may be made to the Chaim and Manya Katz Fund at the Jewish Foundation of Manitoba in his honour. We were truly blessed to have our wonderful husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather in our lives. He will forever live in our hearts.

[N63] DR. ALAN (ARI) HARVEY LIPSON (published on July 04, 2009)

DR. ALAN (ARI) HARVEY LIPSON Surrounded by his loving family, Dr. Alan (Ari) Harvey Lipson passed away suddenly on Thursday, June 25, 2009, two days before his 52nd birthday. Ari has left a strong legacy built through love and dedication. This legacy can be seen in all he touched, especially his family, who hold strong and wonderful memories. He is survived by his wife, Avis Raber, and his four sons, Mark, Daniel, Jonathan, and Benjamin Lipson. He was predeceased by his father Phillip. His memory also lives on with his mother, Gertie Lipson, and his sister Sherrie Lipson. Ari is also survived and missed by his in-laws, Monte and Myrna Raber, and his brothers and sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews, and many close cousins. Ari was a loving and devoted husband and father, a wonderful son and brother, and a caring son-in-law, uncle, and brother-in-law. Alan was born June 27, 1957 and grew up in Winnipeg. After graduating from Joseph Wolinsky Collegiate, Alan continued his education at the University of Manitoba, graduating from the Faculty of Medicine in 1981. Alan practiced internal medicine, with a special interest in cardiology, first at the Mall Medical Clinic and then at the Winnipeg Clinic. He worked in intensive care units across the city at St. Boniface Hospital, Misericordia Hospital, the Grace Hospital, and Victoria General Hospital. Alan also held administrative roles throughout his career, as Medical Director at the Misericordia Hospital, and recently the Program Manager of the Internal Medicine Department and Intensive Care unit at the Victoria General Hospital, as well as Medical Director at the Reh-Fit Centre. Alan was respected by colleagues and patients alike. For Alan, being a doctor was not a job, or a vocation, it was his love and passion as much as his family. Ari loved to spend time with his wife and boys, sitting around the kitchen table, enjoying live music, relaxing at the lake, playing golf, and watching his boys at all their sports and activities. Ari was a talented musician, who played guitar by ear. He was also an athlete, who loved to play hockey, ski, and in the last few years learned to snowboard as well. The family thanks their wonderful relatives, especially those that came in from out of town, and dear friends, all the love and support has been overwhelming. The family would especially like to thank those who were with them at the Grace Hospital. Words cannot describe what this meant to them. To honour the memory of Alan, his wife Avis Raber, and his sons, Mark, Daniel, Jonathan, and Benjamin Lipson have created the Dr. Alan H. Lipson Memorial Award in Medicine, to be awarded each year by the University of Manitoba, Faculty of Medicine to an undergraduate medical student. In lieu of flowers or cards, please direct donations to the Jewish Foundation of Manitoba (477-7525), who will be working in partnership with the University of Manitoba to establish and maintain this award.

[N64] Gisia Doba Raber

Immigration Records (1925-1935)
Surname: Raber
Given Name: Gisia Doba
Age: 27
Sex: F
Nationality: Pol
Date of Arrival: 1925/10/04 (YYYY/MM/DD)
Port of Arrival: Quebec
Ship: DORIC, White Star Dominion
Reference: RG76 - IMMIGRATION, series C-1-a
Volume: 1925 volume 14
Page Number: 104
Microfilm reel: T-14719

[N65] SHELDON POLSKY It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Sheldon on Wednesday, November 3, 1999 at the age of 38. Sheldons memory will be cherished by his parents, Murray and Gloria; brothers, Harold (Barbara) and David; sister Bailee. He will be deeply missed by his nephews, Jason and Scott; niece Elizabeth and great-nephew Alexander. Funeral services were held November 4 at Beth Israel Synagogue with interment at Bnay Abraham Cemetery. Rabbi Alan Green officiated. Pallbearers were Harold Polsky, David Polsky, Sonny Raber, Howard Raber, Larry Freedman and Cory Krivoshea. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, donations to honor Sheldons memory be made to Beth Israel Synagogue or any charity of your choice. You said you would try it. You did. You said you could do it, You did. You said you would leave your mark on the world, You did. You did everything you said you would, You did it all. With love from your sister, Bailee

[N66] Abram Raber

Immigration Records (1925-1935)
Surname: Raber
Given Name: Abram
Age: 31
Sex: M
Nationality: Pol
Date of Arrival: 1926/10/24 (YYYY/MM/DD)
Port of Arrival: Halifax
Ship: ESTONIA, Baltic American
Reference: RG76 - IMMIGRATION, series C-1-b
Volume: 1926 volume 10
Page Number: 14
Microfilm reel: T-14806

[N67] This is possibally this person

Hamburger Passagierlisten, 1850-1934 Hamburg Passenger Lists,
1850-1934 about Aron Raber
Name: Aron Raber
Departure Date: 22 Nov 1902
Estimated birth year: abt 1877
Age Year: 25
Gender: m?nnlich (Male)
Marital Status: verheiratet (Married)
Family: Household members
Residence: Lidwipol
Ethnicity/Nationality: Russland (Russian)
Occupation: Schneidermeister
Ship Name: Vesta
Shipping Line: A. Kirsten, Hamburg
Ship Type: Dampfschiff
Accommodation: ohne Angabe
Ship Flag: Deutschland (Germany)
Port of Departure: Hamburg
Port of Arrival: London
Volume: 373-7 I, VIII A 1 Band 137
Page: 2762

[N68] GLORIA POLSKY (published on February 22, 2002)

GLORIA IRENE POLSKY It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Gloria Irene Polsky; mother, grandmother and sister, on February 21, 2002. She was predeceased by her son Sheldon and both parents. Left to mourn are her sons, Harold (Barb), David; daughter Bailee and grandchildren, Jason, Scott, Elizabeth and Alexander, as well as many friends. Services to take place 1:00 p.m., February 22 from the Beth Israel Synagogue with interment to follow at the Bnay Abraham Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the charity or house of worship of your choice. "You will always be our Yiddishe Mamma"

[N69] Srul Raber

Immigration Records (1925-1935)
Surname: Raber
Given Name: Srul
Age: 1
Sex: M
Nationality: Pol
Date of Arrival: 1925/10/04 (YYYY/MM/DD)
Port of Arrival: Quebec
Ship: DORIC, White Star Dominion
Reference: RG76 - IMMIGRATION, series C-1-a
Volume: 1925 volume 14
Page Number: 104
Microfilm reel: T-14719

[N70] Died at age 72 years (on gravestone in Winnipeg)

[N71] Died age 58 (on gravestone in Winnipeg)

[N72] Michal Raber

Immigration Records (1925-1935)
Surname: Raber
Given Name: Michal
Age: 6
Sex: M
Nationality: Pol
Date of Arrival: 1927/05/13 (YYYY/MM/DD)
Port of Arrival: Halifax
Ship: ESTONIA, Baltic American
Reference: RG76 - IMMIGRATION, series C-1-b
Volume: 1927 volume 9
Page Number: 74
Microfilm reel: T-14810

[N73] Wolf Raber

Border Crossings: From Canada to U.S., 1895-1956 about Wolf Raber
Name: Wolf Raber
Arrival Date: Jan 1916
Age: 31
Birth Date: abt 1885
Birth Country: Russia
Gender: Male
Race/Nationality: Hebrew
Port of Arrival: Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
________________________________________________________________________

Wolf Raber

Border Crossings: From Canada to U.S., 1895-1956 about Wolf Raber
Name: Wolf Raber
Arrival Date: 2 Jul 1913
Age: 28
Birth Date: abt 1885
Birth Country: Russia
Gender: Male
Race/Nationality: Hebrew
Ship Name: Montezuma
Port of Arrival: Quebec, Canada
Port of Departure: Antwerp, Belgium

[N74] Jon Nobleman’s uncle Sam, who was the first born of Max and Lena Raber Rabinovitch

Detroit Border Crossings and Passenger and Crew Lists, 1905-1957 about Samuel Rabinovitch
Name: Samuel Raber
Alias: Samuel Rabinovitch
Arrival Date: 13 May 1938
Age: 25 years 6 months
Birth Date: abt 1912
Birthplace: Winnipeg Mb
Birth Country: Canada
Gender: Male
Race/Nationality: Hebrew
Port of Arrival: Detroit, Michigan
Accompanied by: Wife Shirley
Departure Contact: Parent Elizabeth; Parent Max Rabinovitch
Arrival Contact: Uncle Mr. Harry Belensky; Aunt Mrs. Belensky
Microfilm Roll Number: M1478_82

[N75]

[N76] Died age 86 (on gravestone in Winnipeg)

[N77] Jon Nobleman’s grandmother

California Death Index, 1940-1997
about Lena Pearl Raber
Name: Lena Pearl Raber
[Lena Pearl Segel]
Social Security #: 567464552
Sex: FEMALE
Birth Date: 3 Dec 1890
Birthplace: Other Country
Death Date: 9 Jan 1981
Death Place: Los Angeles
Mother's Maiden Name: Sherman
Father's Surname: Segel

[N78] MOLLY GLOW (nee SHAPIRO) Peacefully on August 31, 2008 our beautiful Molly Glow passed away at Tuxedo Villa, Winnipeg. She will be lovingly remembered by her daughter, Gayla Glow (Toronto) and her son, Russell Glow (Winnipeg). Her wonderful grandsons, Willis Klein, Dustin and David Glow and her nephews, Bryan and Greg Shapiro (Vancouver) and Murray Glow (Toronto) and their families. Molly was predeceased by her husband, Morris (Speed) Glow and her brother, Saul Shapiro. Molly was the matriarch in her family and held the position with great respect to all who knew and loved her. Molly was a successful business woman, a loving

[N79] Dr. Glenn Silberschein (October 17,2003)

Beloved husband of Jean Silberschein. Dear father of Graham (Jenny) Silberschein, Brianne Silberschein and Lindsey Silberschein. Loving papa of Laina Silberschein Farrell. Brother of Steven (Tracy) Silberschein. Son of the late Joseph Silberschein and the late Nita Silberschein. Uncle of Stacie, Joey and Maxx Silberschein. Nephew of ""Great'' Uncle Bob and Doreen Benson, Marty and Sandy Benson. SERVICES 12:30 FRIDAY AFTERNOON AT THE IRA KAUFMAN CHAPEL, 248-569-0020. INTERMENT BETH ABRAHAM CEMETERY.

[N80] Joseph Smaller December 17,2001

Beloved husband of Pearl Smaller. Dear father of Barbara (Michael) Berger, and Diane (Harvey) Zameck. Grandfather of Robin (Chris) Guyor, Debbie (Howard) Rosner, Allison Zameck and Stephanie Zameck. Great-grandfather of Matthew and Nicole Guyor. Dear brother of Harry (Sylvia) Smaller and the late Sam Smaller. Brother-in-law of Yetta Smaller. SERVICES 10 O CLOCK MONDAY MORNING AT THE IRA KAUFMAN CHAPEL, (248) 569-0020. INTERMENT WILL TAKE PLACE AT ADAT SHALOM MEMORIAL PARK CEMETERY.

[N81] According to Marilyn Becker Chai Soora had twins that died atr birth.

Chai Soora also remarried for a short time and is buried under the name Sarah Bovinsky.

[N82] MANYA KATZ Peacefully and surrounded by her family Manya Katz rejoined her husband Chaim on September 27, 2004. Born in Selesht (Ludvipol) Poland in 1923 to Alec and Hinda Stern, her mother passed away when Manya was only two. When the war broke out Manya took her aunt and two cousins in hand and walked to Russia where they managed to survive the Holocaust. After marrying Chaim Katz they immigrated to Canada and settled in Winnipeg in 1948. Here they struggled to set roots and provide a good life for their children. Mom lived her life for her family, always giving, never wanting in return. Manya loved her family with all of her heart and was loved by all in return. She always had a smile on her face and a kind word on her lips. She is mourned by her daughter and son-in-law, Lynda and Al Chwaiewsky; her son and daughter-in-law, Sam and Joanne Katz; grandchildren, Alex, Leah, Carol (Alfredo), Dawn and Geoffrey (Candice) great-grandchildren, Gabriela and Adriano and Chloe and Ethan; brother and sister-in-law, Max and Chana Stern; and brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Leon and Fay Raber and Bernard and Freda Raber as well as many cousins, nieces and nephews. Graveside services were held on September 28, 2004 at the Shaarey Zedek Cemetery with Rabbi P. Weizman officiating. Pallbearers were Alex Chwaiewsky, Steven Raber, Lorne Raber, Chaim Raber, David Stern and Harvey Diamond. Our heartfelt thanks to Dr. D. Meyrowitz and associates and the ICU nurses and staff at Seven Oaks Hospital. A donation may be made to the Chaim and Manya Katz Fund at the Jewish Foundation of Manitoba in her honour. We were truly blessed to have such a wonderful mother, grandmother and great grandmother in our lives. She will forever be remembered in our hearts.

[N83] FULL NAME
Benjamin Bruce (Benjy) DOLGIN
DOB
13 May 1969, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

Requested to be removed from the familiy tree

[N84] Family member's name is: Yitzchak (Tsachi)
Name has been masked to protect his public identity.

[N85] Christopher Brian Lavitt

[N86] JACK RABER Peacefully on January 4, 2017 Jack "Blackie" Raber passed away at Seven Oaks Hospital. Born October 3, 1930; he was predeceased by his parents Abraham and Fanny, brother Michael (Mickey), and sisters Sarah Hochman and Bella Garfinkel. He had fought many health battles with courage and humour. Jack is survived by his wife Marcia, children Bruce (Rowena), Janice Wilks (Dan), and Howard (Sheila); and grandchildren Sari, Caylee, Jay, Jena, Sheara and Meira. Jack was a "mensch", a generous man full of humour with love of family, friends and community. He was well known in the City of Winnipeg and believed strongly in giving back to the community. He was instrumental in the development of Margaret Park Community Centre, West Kildonan Arena, and the Kildonan Rams football team. He served as a school trustee and board chair of Seven Oaks School Division for many years. He was a builder and development consultant, and Raber Road in north Winnipeg was named in his honour. Jack and Marcia volunteered at Seven Oaks Hospital for many years and had been members at the Wellness Centre. We would like to take this opportunity to thank the staff and medical teams throughout all the departments at Seven Oaks Hospital who were there to guide and support Dad throughout his journey. They were not just professionals, they had become our friends and he could not go through the building without chatting and "kibitzing" any time the opportunity arose. Funeral services will be held Sunday, January 8 at 12:15 p.m. at Congregation Etz Chayim, 123 Matheson Ave. E, burial to follow at Rosh Pina Cemetery, 2795 Main St. followed by a gathering of family and friends at River Ridge Retirement Residence, 50 Ridgecrest Ave. (parking available in the second lot adjacent to the building). Shiva will be observed at 2 Mirabelle Road, West St. Paul on Sunday evening from 7:00 p.m to 9:00 p.m., and Monday through Wednesday from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.; and in the evening from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his honour to the Seven Oaks General Hospital Foundation - Renal Health Program.

[H87] http://www.cjhn.ca/en/permalink/genealogy1304

[N88] English Name
Leon Raber
Member Status
Non-member
Next of Kin
Faye Raber - Wife
Label and Lynn Raber - Son and Daughter-in-Law
Frayda Raber and Charles Wiseman - Daughter and Son-in-Law
Service Date
Monday, May 29, 2017
Service Time
2:00 PM
Service Location
Herzlia-AdasYeshurun Synagogue
Cemetery
Shaarey Zedek Cemetery
Plot Location
3-J-13-4
Officiant
Rabbi Yosef Benarroch
Meal of Consolation
740 Niagara Street
Shiva Details
740 Niagara Street
Monday 7:00 to 9:00 PM
Tuesday 2:00 to 4:00 PM

[N89] From: Estelle Raber
Date: September 5, 2017 at 11:44:39 AM EDT
To: Frayda Raber
Subject: RE: Schmuel Alter Katz Yarhzheit, 27 Tishrei

The only listing I could find is Shmuel Alter ben Chaim and his yahrzeit is 27 Tishrei, 5685 corresponding to October 25, 1924.

-----Original Message-----
From: Bill Weissmann
Sent: Tuesday, September 5, 2017 10:28 AM
To: Frayda Raber
Cc: Estelle Raber
Subject: FW: Schmuel Alter Katz Yarhzheit, 27 Tishrei

Good Morning Frayda
I am including Estelle Raber in this email.
She has access to our records and may be able to find the date for your late uncle's Yahrzeit.
All the very best.

Bill Weissmann
Lay Clergy (Shammes)

Congregation Shaarey Zedek
561 Wellington Crescent Winnipeg MB R3M 0A6
NEW! Reach Me Directly 204-287-5133 Shul Main Line 204-452-3711 F 204-474-1184
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[N90] Jacqueline Marie Albertine Bacon ( nee Gingras ) , age 95, left this world to join the angels in heaven in eternal rest on June 12, 2018, at the Charleswood Care Centre, in Winnipeg, Manitoba.

As per her wishes, no funeral nor memorial service will be held.

She was born August 29, 1922, in Trois- Rivieres, Quebec to Albarsy (Allbany) and Yvonne Gingras. She is predeased by her brother Arthur, and her sisters Florence and Lucille.

Jackie as she was known, spent most of her life, as a homemaker, child minder, mother and grandmother. She was educated at a convent school which she went on to later became a novice in. She left the order to care for her parents. She met the love of her life Pierre while volunteering in the kitchen of a military canteen in Trois-Rivieres. They were married, posted to Borden, Ontario and then to Winnipeg, Manitoba. They chose Winnipeg to be home and she worked in the cafeteria at the Misericordia Hospital, a short walk from their home. After this they moved to the neighborhood of Weston.

During her younger years she was an active member of the Catholic Womens League and church auxiliary of St. Patrick's Roman Catholic Church. She would gather, refurbish and dress dolls for the annual Christmas bazaar. She and her husband were active in the care and maintenance of the church, both setting up and cleaning after events. She believed in giving charity whenever she was able to, and accepted all in her home as a guest.

Her interests beyond her family included, sewing, reading, church bingo, garage sales and thrift store shopping. She devoted much of her time and energy as a caregiver to family members, and to other children as they came into her home for care. Many of her neighbors and the children will remember her for her hospitality, her kindness, caring personality and for her unbounding generousity.

Jackie is survived by her husband Pierre ( Peter) , her daughter Marie Louise Lavitt and fiancé Phil Totten, her son Denis Bacon and his wife Monique, her granddaughters; Samantha Lavitt and fiancé Rob, Elizabeth Lavitt and her partner Tyler, Danielle Lavitt and Victoria Bacon, grandson Evan and numerous nieces and nephews throughout Quebec.

She will be missed by many!

in lieu of flowers, or gifts donations may be sent to the Alzheimer Society of Canada in her memory.

[N91] Congregation Shaarey Zedek
Funeral Services

English Name
Garry Stitz

Member Status
Member

Next of Kin
Neil Stitz - Brother

Service Date
June 12, 2018

Service Time
2 p.m.

Service Location
Graveside

Cemetery
Shaarey Zedek Cemetery

Plot Location
4-J-8-17

Officiant
Rabbi Matthew Leibl

Meal of Consolation
Shaarey Zedek Synagogue

Shiva Details
n/a

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