Tuesday, 11/28/2006- 7 Kislev 5767
Dr. Eli H. Jaffe, 85, died Sunday at Jewish Hospital.
He was the founder and owner of Dispensers Optical Services from 1954 - 1985. After Eli sold his business, he was a relief optometrist for various optometrists and was the past president of the National Association of Manufacturing Opticians.He was a past -presidentof The Louisville Hebrew School, former vice-president of Congregation Adath Jeshurun, he was the founder of The High School of Jewish Studies, a member of B'nai Brith, and received a Bronze Star in the Army during WWII . He was also the creator of the "NEWS DAD" newsletter and website.
He is survived by: his wife of almost 60 years, Annalee; daughter, Irene Karp (James); sons, Irvin (Mindy) and Robert (Susan); his sister, Jeanette Schwartz; and grandchildren, Jordan (Meredith) Karp, Elly (Tony) Wong, Rella, Jamie, Rebecca, and David Jaffe; and a great-granddaughter, Anna Wong.
Funeral services will be held on Monday, November 27, 2006 (today) at 3:00pm at the funeral home, with burial in Adath Jeshurun Cemetery, 2926 Preston Highway. Visitation will begin after 2:00pm Monday.
Sunday, 11/26/2006 -5 Kislev 5767
Judge Leon M. Eichenholz, 89, died Friday at Jefferson Place.
Judge Eichenholz was a graduate of Male High School, the University of Louisville Law School and in 1977, he was elected District Court Judge for 2 terms.He was the recipient and founder of the Johnny Unitis Golden Arm Director Award. He was an Army veteran of WWII, a member of Congregation Adath Jeshurun, Past Master of St. George Masonic Lodge #239 F&AM, Scottish rite, Kosair Shrine Temple, a member of the Sportsman's Club at the University of Louisville and an avid supporter of U of L sports.
His wife, Geraldine Galanter Eichenholz preceded him in death.
Judge Eichenholz is survived by: daughter, Harriet Eichenholz Jones (Michael); son, Richard Eichenholz (Annie); and grandchildren, Miranda and Aaron Jones and Leah Eichenholz.
A graveside service will be held at 3pm Sunday, November 26, 2006 (today), at Adath Jeshurun Cemetery, 2926 Preston Highway.
Expressions of sympathy may be directed to Hospice of Louisville.
Monday, 11/20/2006- 29 Heshvan 5767
Melvin Perlman, PhD, 81, died Friday, November 17, 2006.
He was a graduate of the University of Chicago, with a PhD in psychology, former chief of psychology at Illinois State Psychiatric Institute and staff psychologist at Veteran Administration Hospital in Downey, Illinois. He was a veteran of World War II, and beloved husband of the late Miriam (Goodman) Perlman.
He was the cherished father of Sheri Weyhing (Jeff); loving "gampa" of Brandon and Krista; dear brother of Eddie (the late Elka) and the late Shirley (Ernie) Jacob; fond uncle; and friend to many.
Dr. Perlman was laid to rest today in Chicago, Illinois next to his wife of 51 years. A memorial service will be held 10 a.m. Sunday, December 3, 2006 at Herman Meyer & Son, in celebration of his distinguished life and career.
Expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions to the Multiple Sclerosis Society, 11700 Commonwealth Dr., Louisville, Kentucky 40299.
Tuesday, 11/28/2006- 7 Kislev 5767
Betty Nidoff Kurtzweig, 80, died November 18, 2006 in Louisville, Kentucky.
She was a retired social worker, a member of the Ohev Zedek Sisterhood and a former member of Ohev Zedek in Youngstown, Ohio.
She is survived by her: daughters, Beth Godstein of Louisville and Diane DeHart of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; and 3 grandchildren.
Funeral services where held today in Youngstown, Ohio.
Tuesday, 11/14/2006- 23 Heshvan 5767
Bernard Herzberg, 86, died Sunday afternoon, November 12, 2006 at Norton Suburban Hospital.
He was a retired accountant with International Harvester, member of The Temple, a member of Kilwinning Masonic Lodge #506 and Scottish Rite.
He was preceded in death by his wife Mona.
Bernard is survived by: his daughter, Lisa Echsner (TJ); son, Larry Herzberg (Sherry) of Winston - Salem, North Carolina; and grandchildren, Daniel and William Herzberg and Kate and Maddi Echsner.
A 1:00pm funeral service will be held Tuesday (today) at the funeral home, with visitation beginning after 12:00 noon Tuesday. Burial will follow in The Temple Cemetery, 2716 Preston Highway.
In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy may be made to the Alzheimer's Association.
Thursday, 11/9/2006 - 18 Heshvan 5767
Julia Pampel Silletto, a long time resident of Manchester, New Hampshire, who moved to Louisville, Kentucky in 2004, passed away Thursday at age 89.
She was born in London, England on July 1, 1917 and immigrated to the United States in 1920.She and her family lived in the Boston, Massachusetts area before moving to Manchester in 1932.She graduated from Manchester Central High School in 1936.
She was married to Charles Silletto in 1941 and they later divorced.
After graduation from high school, she worked as a secretary and bookkeeper for several firms in the Manchester, New Hampshire area.During WWII, she worked in a Civil Service position at Grenier Field, a US Army Air Corps base in Manchester.After the war, she worked for many years as a bookkeeper for Granite State Bag Company and at the Manchester Jewish Community Center.She also worked for Northern Foodsa Howdy Beefburger, Dunkin' Donut and Kentucky Fried Chicken franchisee in Concord, New Hampshire, until her retirement in 1995.
Mrs. Silletto is survived by: her son, John, of Louisville; grandsons, Aaron of Louisville and Micah of Lexington, Kentucky; and her sister, Renee Dell'Orfano, formerly of Manchester, and now residing in Louisville.
A private family service will be held.
The family requests that no flowers be sent, but expressions of sympathy in the form of donations to the Temple Shalom Endowment Fund, 4615 Lowe Road, Louisville, Kentucky 40220, would be gratefully appreciated.
Tuesday, 11/7/2006- 16 Heshvan 5767
Alta Sobel, died Monday evening at Jefferson Manor.
Survivors include: two daughters, Shari Sobel of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and Valeri Bornstein; and two grandchildren.
A 3:00pm graveside service will be held Tuesday (today) at The Temple Cemetery, 2716 Preston Highway.
Tuesday, 10/31/2006- 9 Heshvan 5767
Fred E. Mendelsberg, 77, passed away Sunday, October 29, 2006.A man of a kind heart and soul, who never knew a stranger.Fred was an electrician who was born in Poland in 1929 and was a survivor of Communist Poland and World War II.He was a member of Congregation Adath Jeshurun.
He is survived by: Joanna, his wife of 50 years; son, Victor (Robin) of Broken Arrow, OK; daughter, Rita Burge (David); brother, Alexander (Martha) and Zev Shaked of Israel; granddaughters, Michelle Mendelsberg and Kori Burge; and grandsons, Michael Mendelsberg, Benjamin Burge and Alexander Mendelsberg.
A graveside service will be held at Adath Jeshurun Cemetery, 2926 Preston Highway at 2:00 pm Tuesday (today).
Expressions of sympathy may be directed to the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum.
He will be terribly missed by all that know him.
Monday, 10/30/2006- 8 Heshvan 5767
Steven Mark Geer, 41, of Louisville, passed away on Saturday, October 29, 2006.
He was an accomplished athlete having completed over 150 triathlons, including 15 Ironmen competitions.He was a member of Congregation Adath Jeshurun, the Jewish Community Center and the USA Triathlon Association.
Steven is survived by:his wife, Claire; children, Madelyn, Spencer and Julia; his parents, Shirley and Bert Geer; his brothers, Jonathon (Cindy) and Ronald (Stacey); and many members of his extended family.
He will be remembered by all who knew him and will always hold a special place in our hearts.
Funeral services will be held at Congregation Adath Jeshurun, 2401 Woodbourne Avenue, at 3:00pm Monday (today), with interment
in Adath Jeshurun Cemetery, 2926 Preston Highway.Visitation will begin after 2:00 pm Monday at Congregation Adath Jeshurun.
Sunday, 10/22/2006 -30 Tishrei 5767
Stanley Melvin Albert, 73, formerly of Louisville, passed away in Indianapolis, October 19, 2006, where he had lived for the past two years. Mr. Albert was born March 18, 1933 in Louisville, Kentucky. He was the son of Mollie and Joseph Albert. He graduated Millersburg Military Academy in 1950 and Butler University School of Pharmacy. Mr. Albert was a U.S. Army veteran and for 25 years he owned and operated Alberts Maryville Drugs . In 1957 he married his beloved wife, Rachel Nahmias Albert, of Indianapolis, who survives him.
Other survivors include his children, David Albert (Nancy) of Allen, Texas, Rhonda Schweber of Atlanta, Georgia, Eileen Shorr (Howard) of Carmel; his best friend, Mr. Konrad "Kurt" Poth and his cherished seven grandchildren.
Funeral services will held at 1 pm Sunday, October 22, 2006 (today) at the funeral home, with burial in Keneseth Israel Cemetery, 719 Locust Lane. Visitation will be after 12 noon on Sunday at the funeral home.
Memorial contributions may be made to Keneseth Israel Congregation or the Alzheimer's Association.
Wednesday, 10/18/2006-26 Tishrei 5767
Dr. Arthur Henry Herman, died Monday, October 16, 2006.
Dr. Herman practiced dentistry for more than 60 years. He was proud of his accomplishments in Boy Scouts, receiving the Silver Beaver Award for volunteer service and was a founding member of the Fayette Lions Club.
Dr. Herman was the widower of Bernice Salutsky Herman.
He is survived by his two sons: Larry Herman, his wife Pam Allweiss and their son, Jonathan Herman and son David Herman, his wife Mary Ayala, mother of Lena Coleman, grandmother of Ronald and Ryan Coleman.
A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, October 18, 2006 at 1:30 PM at Keneseth Israel Cemetery, 719 Locust Lane, Louisville. Lexington services will begin at 5:45 PM Wednesday, October 18, at Ohavay Zion Synagogue.
No flowers please.
Donations suggested to Ohavay Zion Synagogue Library Fund, American Heart Association or Hospice of the Blue Grass.
Monday, 10/9/2006-17 Tishrei 5767
Florence Davis Fine, 83, of Louisville, died Saturday, October 7, 2006. She was a member of Keneseth Israel Congregation and Hadassah.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Irvin "Bob" Fine and her daughter-in-law, Miriam R. Fine.
She is survived by two sons, Dennis and Glenn Fine (Kathi) and four grandchildren, Chase, Meredith, Max and Molly Fine.
Funeral services will be at 11:00am Monday (today) at the funeral home, with burial in Keneseth Israel Cemetery, 719 Locust Lane. Visitation will begin after 10:00am Monday.
Expressions of sympathy may be given to the Miriam R. Fine Camp Beber Memorial Fund in care of The Louisville Jewish Community Federation, 3630 Dutchmans Lane, Louisville, KY 40205.
Tuesday, 11/28/2006- 7 Kislev 5767
Herbert Silon, 71, died Wednesday, September 20, 2006.
He was a graduate from Johns Hopkins University and an industrial engineer with Dupont Chemical for 40 years.He was a member of Congregation Adath Jeshurun, the Jewish Community Center and Friends for Hope.He was co-chairman of the Florence Melton Adult Mini-School, an active volunteer for Boy Scouts, a volunteer with the Tax Aid Program and president of the Silon Family Circle Group.
Herb was an inspiration to others battling pancreatic cancer.
Herb is survived by: his wife, Ruth Goldberg Silon; daughters, Eileen Silon of Morro Bay, California, Sherry Strodel of Newport, California and Deborah Henderson (Keith) of Simpsonville, KY; son, Leonard Silon (Cyndy) of Olathe, KS; brothers, Nat Silon (Barbara) of Ponte Vedra, Florida and Mel Silon of Atlanta, Georgia; and 5 grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held at 11AM Friday (today) at the funeral home, with burial in Adath Jeshurun Cemetery, 2926 Preston Highway.Visitation will begin after 10AM Friday.
Expressions of sympathy may be directed to either Congregation Adath Jeshurun, the Florence Melton Adult Mini-School or the Sol Goldman Pancreatic Research Center at the Johns Hopkins Medical Institution, 401 N. Broadway, Weinberg 2242, Baltimore, MD 21231-2410.
Sunday, 9/10/2006 -17 Elul 5766
Neil "Buddy" Schwartz,, 71 died Thursday, September 7, 2006.
He was born and raised in Louisville and attended high school in Toledo, OH. He was a graduate of Ohio State University and a member of Zeta Beta Tau Fraternity.
Buddy entered the life insurance business in 1956, expanding into property and casualty when he co-founded Schwartz & Speckter Insurance Agency in 1959. He was founder and Chairman of Schwartz & Associates, Inc., an independent insurance agency in its second generation, which is currently celebrating his 50th year of service to the community. Over the years, Buddy earned a variety of industry accolades and served advisory roles with numerous companies including Aetna, CNA as Chairman of Pacer, Fireman's Fund, Illinois Mutual, Monroe Guarantee, Motorist Mutual, Principal Financial Group, Shand Morahan among others. His many industry accomplishments included writing the first $1,000,000 life policy for Illinois Mutual and acting as one of the early innovators of self-funded medical insurance.
Buddy was a long-time member of The Temple, Standard Country Club and Kosair Shrine. He served on the Board of Directors of Jewish Hospital and Republic Bank & Trust Company, was active in the Jewish Federation of Louisville and a veteran of the U.S. Army. He was an avid golfer who still carried his clubs and worked out almost every day. He was actively enjoying every aspect of his life and will be fondly remembered for his quick smile, genuine caring, competitive spirit and "young at heart" attitude.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Nettie Y. and Sol P. Schwartz.
Survivors include: his sons, Matt (Cindy), Scott (Kim), both of Louisville and Dr. Jeff (Dr. Robin) of Pensacola, FL; his wife, Eleanor and her sons, Scott Butler (Jane) of Atlanta, GA and Andy Butler (Nancy Kriegel) of Boston, MA; sisters, Jean Trager (Bernard) of Louisville and Susie Cohen of Danville, CA; grandchildren, Bradley, Carly, Chelsea, Bentlea, Carter, Gavin, Noah, Jennifer, Amy, Emily, Rachel, Jonah and Aaron; four nieces and nephews; and a wide, caring circle of cousins, friends, associates and clients.
Funeral services will be held at The Temple, 5101 US Highway 42, at 4:30 p.m., Sunday (today), with burial in The Temple Cemetery. Visitation will begin after 3:00 p.m. Sunday.
Expressions of sympathy may be made to the Israel Emergency Relief Fund at the Federation, The Temple or The Dream Factory.
Friday, 9/8/2006- 15 Elul 5766
Beverly Merenbloom, died Tuesday in Texas.
She was a member of:The Temple and its board of trustees, Hazamir Choir, Women of Reformed Judaism, a life member of the National Council of Jewish WomenLouisville section and a graduate of the Melton Mini School.
She is survived by her husband, Dr. Paul Merenbloom; a son, Jonathan; 2 sisters, Debra Braverman of Richmond, Virginia and Jill Roth of Indianapolis, Indiana; brother-in-law, Bruce Merenbloom of Raleigh, North Carolina; sister-in-law, Betsy Jane Merenbloom of Raleigh, North Carolina; several nieces and nephews; and many friends who loved her.
Her funeral service will be held on Friday (today), at 2pm, at the funeral home, with burial in The Temple Cemetery, 2716 Preston Highway.Visitation will begin after 1pm Friday.
Expressions of sympathy may be made to The Temple, B'nai Tzedek Fund at The Jewish Community Federation or to the donor's favorite charity.
Thursday, 9/7/2006 - 14 Elul 5766
Catherine June Snyder, died Tuesday at Jefferson Manor.She was a member of The Temple.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Marvin Snyder.
Survivors included her two sons, Randall Snyder and Marvin Snyder Jr.; 2 grandchildren; and 1 great grandchild.
A graveside service will be held in The Temple Cemetery.
Expressions of sympathy may be made to the Multiple Sclerosis Society.
Sunday, 8/27/2006 -3 Elul 5766
David Bailen, 88 died Thursday at his residence.
He was the owner of David Bailen's at Speed and Bardstown Rd. for many years. He was a member of The Temple and The Temple Mens Club, a scuba diver, instructor at The Jewish Community Center, a volunteer at Jewish Hospital and The Kentucky Center of The Arts.He was Also a Docent Emeritus at The Louisville Zoo and active in Heritage Theater.
He is survived by his wife Shirley Bailen; sons Dr. James (Sandy) Bailen and Barry Bailen of Olympia, WA; and four grandchildren, Molly (Greg) Maloof, Michael and Neal Bailen and Dr. Erica Bailen.
Funeral services Sunday at 2:00 p.m. with burial in Adath Jeshurun Cemetery. Visitation at the funeral home after 1 p.m. Sunday.
Expression of sympathy may be made to The Education Department at the Louisville Zoo, The Parkinson's Support Center of Kentuckiana, or the donor's favorite charity.
Sunday, 8/27/2006 -3 Elul 5766
Jean Rae Ellenberg, 84 (nee Flexner) of Louisville died Friday August 25th 2006, at Jefferson Manor. She was a retired homemaker who never loss the knack for creating memorable, simple meals, an avid bridge player and a devoted friend to many.
She was proceeded in death by her husband William Ellenberg andher parents Gus and Ruth Flexner.She is survived by her son, Richard (Mindy) Siegel; daughter, Judy (Joe) Becker of Titusville, FL; sister Dorothy Speier; six grandchildren, Jami and Kelli Siegel, Glen (Brooke) Siegel, Elise Becker, Nathan (Crystal) Becker and Benjamin Becker; two great grandchildren, Deven and Emma Becker; and two nephews, Ron (Sharon) Speier and Kevin Katz.
The family offers special thanks to the devoted and caring staff of Jefferson Manor.
There will be a private graveside service at the The Temple Cemetery. Visitation at the residence of Richard and Mindy Speigel.
Expression of sympathy may be made to the Animal Care Society of Louisville or donors favorite charity.
Wednesday, 8/23/2006-29 Av 5766
David Johnson, 50 of Louisville died Tuesday August 22, 2006 at his residence.
He was a former correction officer for the Jefferson County Department ofCorrections.He was a member of Congregation Anshei Sfard.
He is survived by his father, Jerry Johnson; brother, Mark Johnson; aunt, Rita Orphanos of Bronx, New York; and a dear friend, Pat Pritchett.
Graveside services will be held at 4 p m.Wednesday at Anshei Sfard Cemetery.
Contributions to Anshei Sfard Congregation.
Sunday, 8/20/2006 -26 Av 5766
Louis A. Herman, 95, died Friday, August 18, 2006 at Norton Suburban Hospital.
He was the retired owner of Herman's on Market Street. He was member of Congregation Adath Jeshurun and a former board member for several years. He was a former member of the Jewish Community Center where he was active in racquetball tournaments, the Heritage Theater and served as a volunteer coach for the little league program.
He was preceded in death by his sister, Ada Coleman.
Survivors include his beloved wife of 69 years, Rosalee Schulman Herman; daughter, Nancy Blodgett; son, Dr. Gary D. Herman (Terry); a brother, Dr. Morton Herman (Arlene) of Boyton Beach, FL; four grandchildren, Kim Franklin (Scott), Jennifer Halverson (Erik), Jill Herman and Lindsey Grossman (David); a great grandson, West Franklin; and many nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held at 1:00pm, Sunday, August 20, 2006, at the funeral home, with burial in the Adath Jeshurun Cemetery, 2926 Preston Highway. Visitation will begin at noon Sunday.
Expressions of sympathy may be made to Rabbi Kling's Education Fund at Congregation Adath Jeshurun or to the Home of the Innocents.
Sunday, 8/6/2006 -12 Av 5766
Edward Shomer, 94, died Thursday at Four Courts Senior Center.
He was the former owner of Edward's Discount Center on 4th Street.
His son, Michael Shomer preceded him in death.
He is survived by two sons, Daniel Shomer and Fred Shomer; a niece, Brenda Abrams; and 2 grandchildren.
A graveside service will be held at 11:00 AM Sunday (today) at Anshei Sfard Cemetery, 721 Locust Lane.
Expressions of sympathy may be made to Rabbi Litvin's Discretionary Fund at Anshei Sfard Congregation.
