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Stanley M Grossman - January 29, 1930 - April 10, 2024

Departed: 04/10/2024 (Atlantic County)

Obituary Preview: Stanley M. Grossman passed away at 9:45 am on Wednesday April 10, 2024, surrounded by his family. Stanley led a life filled with many blessings and many achievements: Stanley was a family man, businessman, and community leader. 10 days after his birth on January 29, 1930, his mother passed. During his childhood in spite of missing his mother’s love, Stanley made it thru to that summer day in 1946, when his inferior athletic skills paid off while playing volleyball on the Atlantic City beach, when he donked Marsha Raticoff with the ball…a moment which began a long courtship and 63-years of marriage.

Stanley attended Brown University then Harvard Business School. He started out as an executive at Food Fair, only to return home to the family business due to his father’s alleged heart attack. Stanley led Kensington Furniture for nearly 60 years. He and his brother, Buddy, worked as brothers and partners moving the store in 1967 from Kentucky and Atlantic Avenues in Atlantic City to its’ current location on Tilton Road in Northfield. Stanley loved Kensington and its’ many devoted and beloved employees. Stanley considered those who worked at the store a part of his extended work family and was always grateful for how they represented the store. He enjoyed being the face of its’ advertising and in his latter years being the Sleep Doctor.

Stanley loved our community, working for the betterment of both the Jewish community and the community at large. Among his many leadership roles: President of the Jewish Federation, Chairman of the Beth Judah Building Committee, Chairman of the board of AtlantiCare, Chairman of the Miss America Judge’s Committee, and board member of CCA Global. One of his most fun moments was in 1978, when he had the honor of organizing and being master of ceremonies of the Atlantic City Medical Center's benefit concert by Frank Sinatra at Atlantic City’s Convention Hall.

Stanley’s greatest achievement was his marriage to Marsha and the family they created together. Each was lock step in their commitment to one another, the importance of doing things together as a family. While their children were young, there was no excuse acceptable to warrant missing nightly family dinners. From there were family trips, Shabbat dinners, sharing in everyone’s celebrations and hardships. Stanley treated and viewed his children’s spouses as if they were his own. He leaves behind his children, Mark and Anne, Jimmy and Allison, Michael and Siobhan, and Margery and Mark. Stanley and Marsha had 10 grandchildren, all of whom never ceased to amaze them and whom they never stopped showering each with love: Daniel, Noah, Emily, Sarah, Jack, Max, Aaron, Evan, Marlee, and Leo.

At the end, Stanley was blessed to be surrounded by overwhelming love because of who he was his whole life, how he showed up, and the kindness he showed all. Rest in Peace.

The family asks that contributions in his memory may be made to the Sara & Sam Schoffer Holocaust Resource Center at Stockton University, 101 Vera King Farris Drive, Galloway, NJ 08205 or to the Stanley M. Grossman Pediatric Center, c/o AtlantiCare Foundation, 1809 Pacific Avenue, Atlantic City, NJ 08401.

Synagogue services were held Friday April 12th at Shirat Hayam in Ventnor.  Interment followed at the Beth Kehillah Cemetery in Egg Harbor Township. The family asks that contributions in his memory may be made to the Sara & Sam Schoffer Holocaust Resource Center at Stockton University, 101 Vera King Farris Drive, Galloway, NJ 08205 or to the Stanley M. Grossman Pediatric Center, c/o AtlantiCare Foundation, 1809 Pacific Avenue, Atlantic City, NJ 08401.

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Robert Barrett - April 07, 1943 - March 28, 2024

Departed: 03/28/2024 (Atlantic County)

Obituary Preview: Robert Barrett, aka Bob or Bobbie, 80, of Linwood, NJ passed away suddenly due to heart failure, on March 28, 2024. Born and raised in (Scullville) Egg Harbor Township, he lived in California, before moving to Linwood, 60 some years ago.

Bob had his own tree business, "Bob's Tree Service," for over 30 years. He also did landscaping as side jobs. He worked for various tree companies, and ended with Local 351 IBEW. He also worked at the Old Town of Smithville Inn and the Al Black security agency for many years with his trusted K9, "Conrad". He was a very hard worker and worked 2 or 3 jobs to support his family and to go on vacation cross country.

Bob was an active camper, traveling from the east cost to the west cost many times stopping in and visiting different family and friends.

Robert enjoyed hosting big summer time barbeques.

When you stopped at his house during the holidays, you always needed to have one of his hot totties that was always cooking on the wood stove. He took no prisoners, everyone had to have at least one.

He was a very loveable person and will truly be missed by all.

Robert was preceded in death by his father, Lewis Barrett, mother, Alma Barrett, and sister, Betty (Barrett) Carty.

Bob is survived by his wife of 62 years, Carol Ann (nee: Tretten), his sister, Isadora (Dora) Dodson, son, Mark R. Barrett (Lisa), daughter, Karen S. (Barrett) Lashley, son, Luke J. Barrett, 8 grandchildren, Heather, April, Robin, Robert, Johnny, Matthew, Nicole, and Markie, and many, many great-grandchildren, and numerous other relatives and friends.

A visitation will  be held Thursday April 4th from 10 am to 11 am at J.S. Goldstein Funeral Home & Monuments, 6050 Main Street, Mays Landing. A graveside service will follow at 12 noon at the Asbury United Methodist Church Cemetery in Egg Harbor Township.

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Davida Rosenblum - January 01, 1932 - March 15, 2024

Departed: 03/15/2024 (Atlantic County)

Obituary Preview: Rosenblum, Davida (nee: Mandel) of Linwood passed on March 15, 2024. She was a loving mother and grandmother. Davida was married to Samuel Michael Rosenblum for 50+ years until his passing in 2018. She is also predeceased by her brother Maury Mandel. She is survived by Muffin IV and four children: daughter and son-in-law, Sara and Charlie Gioino; son and daughter-in-law, IJ and Celia Rosenblum; daughter and former son-in-law, Melissa Rosenblum (Pisetzner) and Barry Pisetzner; daughter and daughter-in-law, Ali and Liz Rosenblum Jones; and twelve grandchildren: Charly, Frankie, Eliana, Bailey, Jared, Daniel, Benjamin, Max, Andie, Rebecca, Ruben and Isabel. She is also survived by her nieces Jenna Mandel and Hope Amsterdam (Mandel) and Ben Amsterdam, great nephew and niece, Grant and Natalie.

Like any good Jewish grandma, Davida adored mahjong, knitting, and needlepoint. She took pleasure in completing the New York Times crossword puzzle, cheering on the Yankees, and cherishing moments with her family.

Davida found her greatest joy in the company of her 12 grandchildren. Whether they were all gathered together, riding bikes and playing jump rope in her cul-de-sac, or celebrating holidays, her true happiness was spending time with her family and/or kvelling about her children and grandchildren.

Continuously seeking the freshest coffee and refusing to compromise, she was a woman unafraid to voice her thoughts, whether you were prepared to listen or not. Her family affectionately refers to this fearless attitude as "Go Davida," a loving tribute to her unwillingness to tolerate nonsense.

Graveside services will be held Tuesday March 19th, 11:00 am at the Beth Israel Cemetery in Egg Harbor Township. A livestream will be offered at www.JSGFunerals.com for those unable to attend.

The family asks that contributions in her memory be may to the Cerebral Palsy Alliance Research Foundation, 142 West 57th Street, Floor 11, New York, NY 10019, www.cparf.org.

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Jeffrey L Freed - November 19, 1963 - March 02, 2024

Departed: 03/02/2024 (Atlantic County)

Obituary Preview: Jeffrey Freed of Somers Point passed away on March 2nd. Jeffrey was born on November 19th 1963 in Atlantic City, NJ. He grew up in Margate, NJ with two loving parents, Joseph and Nancy Freed, and his older sister, Sharon. Jeffrey attended Drew University for his Bachelors degree and eventually went on to Temple University for his Masters degree. Jeffrey was a passionate man who loved everything from fantasy to superheroes to reptiles. His thirst for knowledge always kept him with a book in his hands. He is survived by his son, Joshua Freed, his mother, Nancy Freed and his sister, Sharon Weinstein. A graveside funeral will take place at 3:00pm on Tuesday March 5, 2024 at the  Rodef Sholom Cemetery, 6691 Black Horse Pike, Egg Harbor Township, NJ 08234. A livestream will be available at  www.JSGFunerals.com.

The family will be observing Shiva on Tuesday March 5th from 5:00-8:00pm at: The Jack and Mira Trocki Zichron M'Vilna Shul, 426 N Exeter Avenue, Margate City, NJ 08402.  Joshua will be observing Shiva from Wednesday March 6 thru Monday March 11 (excluding Shabbat) at 2200 Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Apartment S1905, Philadelphia, PA 19130. Shiva Hours: Wednesday (3/6), Thursday (3/7) & Sunday (3/10) 5:00-9:00pm.

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Shirley Goldberg - May 29, 1929 - March 01, 2024

Departed: 03/01/2024 (Atlantic County)

Obituary Preview: Shirley Mae Goldberg, 94, died peacefully on March 1, 2024 at her home in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida.

Also known as “The Bubbie of All Bubbies,” Shirley was born on May 29, 1929 to Louis and Celia Blumberg in Atlantic City, New Jersey. In an era when few women sought higher education, Shirley graduated from Atlantic City High School and went on to attend the University of Miami.

In the early 40’s, Shirley met Maxwell “Sonny” Goldberg and they wed in 1950, going on to have two children, Anne and Roy.

In 1975, Shirley co-founded Women’s Realty, an all-female real estate firm in Margate which would soon become one of the most successful in the region.

Shirley was an avid reader, a gifted pianist, a champion golfer, and a passionate gambler. She loved big words, playing the stock market, betting on sports, watching old movies, and being right.

In August 2000, the Shirley Mae Breast Cancer Assistance Fund was created by her children after experiencing the determination and inspiration of their mother Shirley Mae, a breast cancer survivor, based on the keen awareness that there are many local individuals suffering numerous unanticipated medical, emotional and financial burdens that need immediate assistance. Over the past 23 years, thousands of South Jersey women have benefitted from the Fund named in her honor.

She is predeceased by her husband, Maxwell, her son-in-law, Michael Neustadter, her great-granddaughter, Audrey Steinmetz, her brother, Burton and her sister-in-law, Gloria.

Shirley is survived by her two children, Anne Neustadter and Roy (Joanne); her beloved sisters-in-law, Tedda Zakroff, Ronnie Alper and Terrie Bergman; her six grandchildren, Scott (Lauren) Neustadter, Julie Neustadter, Katie (Joseph) DeSalle; Jonathan (Rachel) Goldberg, Janey (Andrew) Steinmetz, and Michael (Rachel) Goldberg; and her seven great grandchildren, Michael and Riley Neustadter, Brooke and Maxwell Goldberg, Nathan Steinmetz, Lily Goldberg, and James DeSalle. Special mention goes to her “other daughter,” Carol Tracy and her amazing and compassionate caregivers, Natalie (“Sweety Pie,”) Sherley, Andrea and Tyra. Her final days would have been impossible without the care of Trustbridge of Palm Beach.

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Melvin Wolnerman - November 07, 1948 - February 26, 2024

Departed: 02/26/2024 (Atlantic County)

Obituary Preview: Melvin Wolnerman, 75, of Egg Harbor Township, NJ passed away on February 26, 2024 in Somers Point, NJ. He had suffered from Lewy Body Dementia for a number of years and his family is at peace knowing his suffering has come to an end.

As a second generation Holocaust survivor, Mel was born in Munich Germany on November 7, 1948 to Rosa and Harry Wolnerman. Later the family moved to Atlantic City, where he graduated from Atlantic City High School in 1968. Upon graduation, Mel joined the military, serving in the Navy during the Vietnam Era. Returning home from the service, he became a dealer in the Atlantic City casinos and spent over 20 years in the industry. He was an avid speed walker on the Atlantic City boardwalk in his retirement. He also enjoyed long distance biking, swimming, archery, and hunting.

Mel is survived by his twin brother, Joseph, his sister in law, Barbara, and one niece.

Services are Private at the Request of the Family.

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Celia Mastel - December 20, 1933 - February 23, 2024

Departed: 02/23/2024 (Atlantic County)

Obituary Preview: We regret to inform you that Celia Bialoblok Mastel passed from this earth on February 23, 2024. She was 90 years old, and passed peacefully in the hospital, surrounded by all the members of her family, both on the phone and in person. She died holding the hands of her grandchildren, Ella and Harrison, and her devoted daughter, Diana.

Celia was born on December 20, 1933, to a pair of tailors from Poland/Ukraine who owned a clothing manufacturing concern in Buenos Aires. During the depression, Celia learned about business and a great deal about how to take care of herself and the importance of being independent. She graduated from college with a masters in Spanish but learned 6 additional languages in her lifetime.

She fell in love and married at the age of 26 to an up-and-coming composer/conductor in the Buenos Aires Symphony. That relationship did not survive the loss of their first child, Diana Ruth, to spinal meningitis at 6 months old. Celia decided to move to the US to start a new life in the United States, moving to New York to live with a cousin and working as an interpreter for Conde Nast. She left that job to teach Spanish at a Catholic school in the Catskills, despite her father's disapproval.

Celia then met and married Harold Mastel, a 5th generation bagel-baker, and a widower with a 5-year-old. Celia and Harold were married in 1967 and in addition to her stepson, Eric, she had twin daughters, Diana and Missy.

Celia spent most of her adult life in Ithaca, NY, raising her family and dedicating herself to the community. She taught Yiddish, ran bingo for the synagogue and spearheaded many of the food-based rituals for the congregation at Temple Beth-El in Ithaca, NY.

After Harold’s passing, Celia became a home health care aide, and spent the next 20 years caring for people first in Ithaca and then in Atlantic County, where she moved after Diana got married in 2004. Despite moving at the age of 71, Celia made many friends in her new community.

Celia loved Rummikub and reading and would regularly finish multiple books a week. Her daughters together could not keep up with her; and cultivated recommendations for new material from anyone and everyone. Her remarkable language skills allowed her to read almost everything in its original language and more than once said that an author had “built sentences like beautiful bridges”.

Celia is survived by her three children, Eric of Savannah, GA, Diana, of Linwood, NJ and Missy and her husband Scott, living in San Francisco CA. She has six beloved grandchildren, Racheal, Rebekah, Josh, Sara, Ella, and Harrison. Because of her, they all write thank you notes.

We owe everything to her amazing strength and love, and she will always be remembered as the matriarch of a family steeped in gratitude and dedication to others.

We would like to offer a special thanks to the community in Ithaca, New York, who somehow heard about her funeral on Monday and showed up in force, graveside and at mincha to honor her and share memories with us. Your love and compassion overwhelmed us, reassured us and confirmed for us that we had indeed “brought Celia home.” Donations may be made to Temple Beth El, of Ithaca, NY and to Magen David Adom (Israeli Ambulance Core) in her memory.

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Marlene Weiss - March 07, 1937 - February 14, 2024

Departed: 02/14/2024 (Atlantic County)

Obituary Preview: Marlene Weiss, 86, of Boynton Beach, FL, formerly of Linwood, NJ, peacefully passed away on February 14, 2024. Born on March 7, 1937, in Atlantic City, NJ, she married her beloved husband, Milton (deceased), on her birthday in March 1957 at The Claridge Hotel in Atlantic City. Marlene is predeceased by her sister, Paula Ababy, and survived by her brother, Norman Peikin. She is survived by son, Steven Weiss (Merryl) and son, Adam Weiss, predeceased by her daughter, Dawn, and leaves behind grandchildren, Brittany Weiser (Gabi), Jordan Weiss (Alex), and Andrew Weiss, along with great-grandchildren, Leo and Olivia Weiser.

Marlene, was an amazing cook, avid tennis player, skilled bridge player, and dog lover. She cherished watching tennis on TV with husband Milton. A graveside service will be held on Sunday, February 18 at 2 pm at the Beth Kehillah Cemetery in Egg Harbor Township, NJ. A livestream will be offered at www.JSGFunerals.com for those unable to attend.

Shiva will be observed at the home of Merryl and Steven Weiss in Hewlett, New York on Monday and Tuesday 12:00pm-8:00pm.

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Rena Hamson - April 28, 1941 - February 05, 2024

Departed: 02/05/2024 (Atlantic County)

Obituary Preview: Hamson, Rena of Ventnor passed away on February 5th. She was predeceased by her parents, Jules and Gertrude Hamson. Sister of Martin (Dianne) Hamson and Dena (John) Harrison and Aunt of Meredith Frankel. Services are private at the request of the family. The family asks that contributions in her memory may be made to the charity of the donor’s choice.

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Melvin Josephs - November 07, 1935 - January 28, 2024

Departed: 01/28/2024 (Atlantic County)

Obituary Preview: Obituary - February 8th

Sadly, on January 28, 2024, Mel passed away. He died peacefully at home, surrounded by his family, sons Dave and Mark with Sandy and Ryan. Mel fell in love with Leslie in 1960 and, a minute later, he fell in love with her parents Ros and Irv Spanier. And then with the Ventnor beach!

The rest is history, his story, their story. Les and Mel moved to the old Lafayette house 25 years ago, to take care of Ros. Obituary - January 30th

Mel Josephs passed away at 88, peacefully and surrounded by loving family, on Sunday, January 28, 2024.

On January 31st, Wednesday, at 12 noon, a service for close family and friends will take place at Rodef Sholom Cemetery on Route 40 in Egg Harbor Township. People who plan to attend should be at the gravesite 25 minutes before noon.

There will be no gathering after the cemetery service to minimize health risk.

The Rodef Sholom gravesite is IOBA Section; Plot #15 A in Section G. From the main entrance (on Route 40), clearly marked “Rodef Sholom,” go left around the small circle and follow the road down to the grave, well-marked. You will be directed by the funeral home staff on where to park.

Coming from Margate, Rodef Sholom Cemetery is on Route 40, with the Main Entrance on the left. (But one cannot turn left there.) To turn into Rodef Sholom, go past the cemetery entrance (on your left) to make a U-turn at the light, Uibel Avenue, and turn right at the well-marked “Rodef Sholom” entrance (not the first driveway but the second on the right).

J.S. Goldstein Funeral Home in Mays Landing will post further information, like an obituary and pictures, later. You are welcome to add your condolences about Mel for the family within Mel's page at  www.JSGFunerals.com.

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Barbara Greenberg Klein - January 01, 2005 - January 10, 2024

Departed: 01/10/2024 (Atlantic County)

Obituary Preview: Klein, Barbara (nee: Greenberg) of Media on January 10th. Wife of Marvin Klein, Mother of Michelle (Jack) Houser and Jonathan Klein, Sister of Lynne Kelleher, Grandmother of Archer Castle and Hunter Houser, She is also survived by sister-in-law, Susan (Stuart Pittel) Klein and by many cousins and extended family. Graveside services will be held Sunday January 14 at 1:30 pm at Roosevelt Memorial Park, Trevose, Pennsylvania.

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Joseph S Freed - December 04, 1930 - January 07, 2024

Departed: 01/07/2024 (Atlantic County)

Obituary Preview: Joseph Stephen Freed passed away peacefully, on January 7, 2024 at his home, Brandall Estates, with his wife Nancy by his side. Joseph was born on December 4, 1930, in Bronx, New York. He grew up with two loving parents, Ruth and Morris Freed and his older brother Arnold. He loved to play stickball with the neighborhood boys on the block and grew up listening to his brother Arnold play classical music on the piano. As most young men of his time, Joseph was drafted. He served as a proud Marine and was sent to Cherry Point Marine Base in North Carolina. Luckily, when asked who could type, Joseph had been taught by his father, a er. Joseph was assigned to do the ordering of supplies for the soldiers. After his two years of duty, Joseph returned to New York and also became a printer. Joseph met the love of his life, Nancy, when they worked at the same printing company. Working different shifts, she left him candy and her phone number in her desk. He could not believe his luck! They were married for 66 years and everyday Joseph knew how lucky he was to have found Nancy. When they moved to Margate, Joseph continued his work as a er. He was able to purchase his first house where he raised his daughter, Sharon, and son, Jeffrey. As luck would have it, Joseph's neighbor heard of a store in Brigantine that was for sale and the owner taught Joseph how to run the business. Joseph, along with his Mother-in-law, Carley were now the owners of the Brigantine 5 and 10. Carley, Nancy and eventually his children would all have times working alongside Joseph as the family business expanded. Joseph managed the store, working there almost every day for 30 years. He was proud of the store and his ability to care for his family! Joseph was a wonderful husband and father, but he was always at his best when he was playing with his loving grandchildren. First came Joshua, and then Aliya. Grandpa was always the fun one! You could find him getting pretend haircuts and "cheating" at go fish! He made them laugh and sing! Joseph had a wonderful sense of humor and was happy to make his family and friends smile. He knew the importance of family and always shared the love in his heart and we are all the better for it. Friends and family are invited to share in a Graveside service on Monday January 8th at 12 noon at the Rodef Sholom Cemetery, Egg Harbor Township. A livestream will be offered at www.JSGFunerals.com for those unable to attend.

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Shelley T Bernstein - July 21, 1943 - December 30, 2023

Departed: 12/30/2023 (Atlantic County)

Obituary Preview: Shelley Toby Bernstein, 80, of Galloway Township, New Jersey passed away peacefully on December 30, 2023. She was born on July 21, 1943 in the Bronx, New York to Tillie and Harry Feinman. Shelley received her teaching degree from LIU. and pursued her passion as an educator sharing her love for English language and literature with public and private high school honors upperclass students for four decades. Much of Shelley's career was simultaneously spent as Chair of the English department. Her love for literature was everlasting and Shelley remained a voracious reader who enjoyed book club. She was a loving wife to Jerry Bernstein for 60 years and devoted mother to Dana (Todd) Sherman and Harold (Janet) Bernstein. Shelley is also survived by her sister, Elaine Coren and her beloved grandchildren Livia (Shira) Stevenson, Michael Sherman and Sofia Bernstein, along with bonus grandchildren, Ariana, Mya, and Josh and great granddaughter Remi. Shelley loved the beach and lived for many years in Brigantine for easy access and the beautiful view. Shelley also enjoyed traveling and was able to experience Israel, Italy, Alaska and the beaches of Jamaica with Jerry and beloved family and dear friends. Shelley devoted much in the service of others, serving many terms on the Board of Directors and as President of Congregation Beth Israel in Northfield, New Jersey and Seashore Gardens Living Center in Galloway Township, New Jersey. Shelley's bravery and perseverance were unmatched as she confronted every battle that came her way. Shelley will be remembered for her kindness and compassion, for her smile that lit up every room she entered, and an often present iced latte from Wawa - don't forget the whipped cream! A private celebration of life is intended for the Spring. Services were held privately at the request of the family. A private celebration of life is intended for the Spring.

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June Neustadter - January 01, 2003 - December 25, 2023

Departed: 12/25/2023 (Atlantic County)

Obituary Preview: P. June Neustadter (nee: Rovno), 90 years old, of Atlantic City passed away peacefully on December 25, 2023. June lived life to the fullest and was adored by family and friends. June loved playing cards, word games, reading, a great scotch and hosting fabulous dinner parties. She always had an incredible sense of style and loved fashion. She was truly the life of the party. June was an active participant in Shirat Hayam and RNS, both of which she cared about deeply. June is predeceased by her husband, The Honorable Robert (Chick) Neustadter, beloved son, Lee Todd Schusterman, and her sister, Ethyl Schreibman. She is survived by her daughter, Tracey Schusterman, granddaughter, Sofie Bea Schusterman, and nieces, Judy Schreibman Friedman (David) and Debbie Schreibman Goodelman (David). The family sends deep appreciation to her devoted caregiver, Gifty Assante. Graveside services will be held Thursday December 28th at Rodef Sholom Cemetery, 6691 Black Horse Pike, Egg Harbor Township, NJ at 11 am. Donations may be made to the Michael J. Neustadter Pancreatic Cancer Fund, P.O. Box 3265, Margate, NJ 08402 or the charity of the donor's choice. While June lived in many places over the years, this downbeach community proved to be the place closest to her heart. She adored the warmth of the people and the feel of the sand.

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Hy Solof - January 01, 2005 - December 21, 2023

Departed: 12/21/2023 (Atlantic County)

Obituary Preview: Herman "Hy" Solof, 102, of Ventnor City, passed on December 21. Many people knew him as "Mr King," the popular owner of King Liquor Store at North Carolina and Baltic Avenues that he made into a successful local business serving the community. Living such a long life is an inspiration to all. Imagine living through so many different moments of time. He lived those years to the fullest. A very loving, devoted and dedicated family man - married to his wonderful wife Rose for 72 years - who always had a kind, funny or helpful word or story for everyone. He was a proud World War II veteran who fought in the important and liberating battle at Normandy. He was very involved with the Beth Judah synagogue and for many years led the morning minyan service. He enjoyed a very active life and especially liked deep sea fishing, photography and RV camping. He regularly attended the programs at the Beron Jewish Older Adult Services and cherished the companionship of the friends he met there. Shalom to a good soul. He is survived by his three children, Allen, Elayne Zelda, and Sandy Clott & her husband, Steve. He was the cherished grandfather of Stu Clott & his wife Nicole and Sharon Kanter & her husband Jared. He adored his five great grandchildren, Miles & Rosie, Clott and Brody, Hudson & Robyn Kanter. Synagogue services will be held Tuesday December 26 at 11 AM at Shirat Hayam, 700 North Swarthmore Avenue, Ventnor. A livestream will be offered at www.JSGFunerals.com for those unable to attend. Interment to follow at Crescent Memorial Park, Pennsauken. Donations in Herman's memory may be given to Shirat Hayam or Beron JOAS, 1102 Atlantic Avenue, Atlantic City, NJ 08401

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Alan M Kessler - May 29, 1942 - December 20, 2023

Departed: 12/20/2023 (Atlantic County)

Obituary Preview: Alan Mark Kessler, 81, of Hackensack and later Clifton, New Jersey passed away on December 20th. The son of Harry Lewis and Pauline Brown Kessler was born in Camden, New Jersey on May 29, 1942. He was a graduate of Rutgers University in New Brunswick and the Columbus School of Law/The Catholic University of America in Washington D.C. Alan practiced law in Atlantic City, Hackensack, Bergenfield and finally from his Clifton Home Office until his passing. He was a lover of art, painting since his youth, on canvas, and into his elder years. His art was often duplicated from memory or from family photos. Alan enjoyed painting his parents' home, recreating his 14' runabout Mahogany Lyman boat, skyscrapers trains, planes, or horse drawn carriages. Alan was also a great enthusiast of literature, classic movies, boating, family, and chocolate. Alan is survived by his children, Michael Kessler, Linda Cusumano, Matthew Kessler and grandchildren, Marissa Nicole, Tye, Katie, Victoria Faith, Ava, and Olivia, sister, Arlen Stahlberg. and by niece, Laura and nephew, Jonathan. Services were private at the request of the family.

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Faye Stanger - January 16, 1927 - December 05, 2023

Departed: 12/05/2023 (Atlantic County)

Obituary Preview: STANGER, FAYE L. (nee: Laster), 96 - of Ventnor on December 5th. She was born in Brooklyn on January 16, 1927. A woman of valor, who volunteered her whole life, including HIAS where she was sorting cards with names of survivors of the Holocaust. She found our cousins in Israel who have become lifelong family of importance. Hadassah was a common word in our house, as was her civil rights work including the MLK 28 August 1963, March on Washington. A former member of Temple Emanuel of Lynbrook, Long Island, where she was an Officer of Sisterhood and volunteered for many years. Faye attended Brooklyn College. Later she went back to school and became a well know interior designer on Long Island and worked with Wayside Bedding. When she moved to South Jersey with her late husband Phil Stanger in 2001 Faye was active in Hadassah and involved in Stockton University educational programs along with other community activities. She instilled in her family a passion for love of family, love of life, our responsibility for others, community activism, positive thinking, our Jewish faith, and Israel. Faye is survived by her children, Bruce (Linda) Stanger and Doug (Gail) Stanger, grandchildren, Jennifer Poza (Carlos), Anna Stanger Golden, Alana (Dr. Aaron) Weinberg, Ari (Aliyah) Stanger, great-grand-children, Etiel, Adina, Akiva, Yoni, Zev, Coby, Carlos, Selena and Sofia, sister, Elaine Schwartz and many beloved nieces, friends all whose lives she impacted. She was predeceased by her parents Annabella and Sam Laster and her husband of 64 years Phil Stanger. Synagogue services will be held, Wednesday December 6, 10:30 am at Shirat Hayam, 700 N. Swarthmore Ave., Ventnor. A livestream will be offered at www.JSGFunerals.com for those unable to attend. Interment to follow at the Beth Kehillah Cem., Egg Harbor Twp. The family asks that contributions in her memory be made to the Anti-Defamation League, https://www.adl.org/.

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Elaine Budnick Kligerman - January 01, 2005 - November 16, 2023

Departed: 11/16/2023 (Atlantic County)

Obituary Preview: Elaine Budnick Kligerman, 90, passed away at her home in Philadelphia on November 16, surrounded by her loving family. Born in 1933 to Jack and Etta (Jaffee) Budnick, she was raised in Pleasantville, NJ, where her father was a real estate broker and developer. Her mother was a homemaker. She married Alan E. Kligerman in 1953, and together they raised their five children in Northfield and Atlantic City, NJ. For the past 45 years, she resided in the Art Museum area of Philadelphia. Elaine lived a long life filled with family and music; her musical legacy is deeply and proudly cherished by all of her children and grandchildren. Elaine Kligerman was an accomplished pianist. While in her teens, she studied piano and music theory at the Mihich School of Music in Atlantic City. After winning the Edgar Stillman Kelley statewide piano competition when she was in high school, Elaine entered Juilliard directly into the second year. She then transferred to the Manhattan School of Music, studied under Dora Zaslavsky, and graduated with a degree in piano performance. For 30 years, while raising her children and commuting from the shore, Elaine was the accompanist for Singing City Choir, Philadelphia's premier avocational chorus. Founded in 1948 in a racially divided Philadelphia, Singing City was intentionally multi-racial and multi-ethnic, following the Fellowship House mission of celebrating human differences and finding common ground. As the accompanist for Singing City, Elaine was conducted by Eugene Ormandy, Arturo Toscanini, Erich Leinsdorf, and Leopold Stokowski. Additionally, Elaine traveled with and accompanied Singing City when it toured the Holy Land in 1974, performing Handel's Messiah both in Israel and at the pyramids in Egypt, under the baton of Zubin Mehta. After retiring from Singing City, Elaine served as adjunct faculty at Temple University, teaching piano for 15 years. Throughout her career, she taught piano and music to generations of young and adult musicians in Atlantic City and Philadelphia. She continued as a student herself, finding experts to coach her on piano technique well into her 80's. For over 70 years, Elaine deeply enjoyed playing chamber music, one of the great loves of her life. She was also a patron of the arts, a benefactor to the Nelly Berman School of Music in Haverford, PA, as well as sponsoring The Elaine Kligerman Piano Recital Series of the Philadelphia Chamber Music Society. Elaine was well-known for being open-hearted and accepting of all people. Her family dinners were legendary. She was a worthy opponent at ping pong. Her knowledge of and taste in classical music and its performers was profound. She was a whiz at bridge, Scrabble, crossword puzzles, and Boggle, all of which she pursued avidly. Elaine adored her five children, (and their spouses!), all of whom survive her: Laurence (Nelya) Kligerman, Andrea (Robert) Solomon, Marta "Cookie" (Ilan Peleg) Rozans, Cynthia (Lawrence) Owen, and David (Joan) Kligerman, as well as her nine grandchildren, Aliya and Rebecca (Solomon), Samuel and Michael (Rozans), Emma and Jackson (Owen) and Miles, William and Julia (Kligerman), She is also survived by her brother, Robert, and by numerous nieces and nephews and by her former husband of 25 years, Alan E. Kligerman, of Egg Harbor Township, NJ. She was predeceased by her older brother, Stanley. Elaine will be dearly missed and her memory cherished. Graveside services will be held at the Beth Kehillah Cemetery, 6687 Black Horse Pike in Egg Harbor Township on Sunday, November 19 at 11 am. For those unable to attend, a livestream will be offered at www.JSGFunerals.com Contributions in her memory may be made to the Nelly Berman School of Music https://nbsmusic.com/, or The Philadelphia Chamber Music Society, https://www.pcmsconcerts.org/.

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Darryl Manuel - January 01, 2005 - November 09, 2023

Departed: 11/09/2023 (Atlantic County)

Obituary Preview: Manuel, Darryl of Ventnor and formerly of Yardley, PA passed away on November 9, 2023, with his family by his side. He was a very generous person, who loved his family. Darryl was very inspirational to his family with his philosophical saying, "One step in front of the other," with whatever challenges happen in life. When always asked how he was feeling, Darryl's reply was "Perfect." Darryl is survived by his wife of 61 years, Anne, children, Wendi (Clifford) Platt, Traci (Benson) Jung, and Marc (Ruth) Manuel, grandchildren, Julie, Hope (Alex), Sarah, Max, Ava, and Eli, and great-grandson, Theo, sister, Helen (Bill) Snyder, niece, Marisa (Mike) Greenberg and nephew, Alex (Roy) Snyder, sister-in-law, Mona Greenberg, nephew, Eric Greenberg, cousin, Myranne Janoff and Bob Gromelski, and Andrea Warner.

Graveside services will be held, Friday November 10, 2023 at 10:30 am at the Beth Kehillah Cemetery, 6687 Black Horse Pike, Egg Harbor Township. A livestream will be offered at https://www.jsgfunerals.com/ for those unable to attend. The family asks that contributions in his memory may be made to any charitable organization for Israel, Tunnels to Towers Foundation,https://t2t.org/, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, https://www.stjude.org/, or to Shriner's Childrens,'

https://lovetotherescue.org/.

Service Details. Service When Friday, November 10th, 2023 10:30am Location Beth Kehillah Cemetery Address 6687 Black Horse Pike

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Jamie Gardner Charous - January 01, 2005 - November 09, 2023

Departed: 11/09/2023 (Atlantic County)

Obituary Preview: Jamie Gardner Charous passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, November 9, 2023, at the age of 46. She is survived by her father, Ross Gardner, her mother, Julie Gardner, stepfather Bill Harrell, sister Megan Finateri, niece Tori Finateri, and her significant other Vincent Menniti. Jamie dedicated 25 years of her life to nursing, leaving an indelible mark on the lives she touched. She spent the majority of her nursing career at New York Presbyterian Hospital, where she served as a PiCC IV team Nurse Specialist. Her passion for her career in nursing was evident in her commitment to providing excellent care and comfort to those in need. Graveside services will be held Wednesday November 15th at 12 noon at the Emeth Shalom Cemetery, Lincoln Avenue, Egg Harbor Township. A livestream will be offered for those unable to attend at www.shiva.com/jamiecharous.

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Richard D Herbert - January 01, 2005 - October 30, 2023

Departed: 10/30/2023 (Atlantic County)

Obituary Preview: Richard "Rick" Denis Herbert 1946-2023

Rick Herbert died peacefully at home in Margate after 3-1/2 years of being treated for mantle cell lymphoma. He was 77 years old.

Rick grew up in San Francisco and loved sharing stories of the "good old days" growing up with two brothers and all the neighborhood kids. Photography was always his passion, and many of his photographs can still be viewed at www.nightflyergraphics.com. His work won local awards in Sonoma County, where he lived with his wife Barbara Snyder for over 25 years. He relocated to Margate with Barbara, who grew up in Atlantic City, only a few months ago. He is also survived by a daughter, Michelle Moore.

Rick will be remembered for his positive outlook, quirky sense of humor, love of language, and gentle caring energy.

Celebrations of life will take place in California, where most of his friends and family still reside. Remembrances in his name can be made to the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society National Office, 3 International Drive, Suite 200, Rye Brook, New York 10573 or www.lls.org.

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Arlene M Selover - January 01, 2005 - October 15, 2023

Departed: 10/15/2023 (Atlantic County)

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Gail Ann Hirsch Rosenthal - January 01, 2005 - October 13, 2023

Departed: 10/13/2023 (Atlantic County)

Obituary Preview: Rosenthal Gail Ann (nee: Hirsch) Age 77, passed away on October 13th. Husband of Robert; Mother of Toby (Ted Greenberg) Rosenthal; Grandmother of Shoshana, Arielle, and Hannah; Sister of Roberta Epstein. She was predeceased by her daughter, Andrea Rosenthal Altman. Synagogue services will be held Sunday October 15th at 10 am at Beth El Synagogue, Margate, New Jersey. Interment to follow at the Rodef Sholom Cemetery, Egg Harbor Township, New Jersey. A live stream will be offered at www.JSGFunerals.com for those unable to attend. The family asks that contributions in her memory may be made to the Sara & Sam Schoffer Holocaust Resource Center at Stockton University, 101 Vera King Farris Drive, Galloway, New Jersey 08205-9441 or https://www.stockton.edu/holocaust-resource/ A Message About Gail Hirsch Rosenthal from Stockton University https://stockton.edu/holocaust-resource/gail-rosenthal.html

Service Details. Service When Sunday, October 15th, 2023 10:00am Location Beth El Synagogue Address 500 N Jerome Avenue Margate, NJ 08402 Interment When Sunday, October 15th, 2023 10:00am Location Rodef Sholom Cemetery Address 6691 Black Horse Pike

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Wilma Dannenbaum - June 23, 1937 - September 18, 2023

Departed: 09/18/2023 (Atlantic County)

Obituary Preview: Wilma Harriet Dannenbaum, 86, of Margate, NJ, passed away on September 18, 2023. She was born on June 23, 1937, in Atlantic City to Martha and Jules Jacobson. Wilma graduated from Atlantic City High School and later pursued higher education at Bridgeport University.

Wilma was a loving and kind individual, known for her drive, determination, and empathy. She had a passion for hosting friends and family during Jewish holidays and fun summer weekends. She was an avid golfer and had a distinguished career as both a dental hygienist and real estate agent.

Wilma is survived by her beloved husband, Richard Dannenbaum, and their children Mark, Alan, and David. She was a cherished mother-in-law to Margery and Cindy. Wilma was adored by her grandchildren Aaron, Jordyn, Eric, Evan, Marlee, Rochie, Miriam, Drew, Leo, Yael, and Gabbi, as well as her great grandson Yaakov.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Martha and Jules Jacobson. Synagogue services will be held Tuesday September 19th at 12 noon at Shirat Hayam, 700 North Swarthmore Avenue, Ventnor. A livestream will be offered at www.JSGFunerals.com for those unable to attend in person. Interment to follow at the Beth Kehillah Cemetery, Egg Harbor Township

In memory of Wilma Harriet Dannenbaum, contributions can be made to Shirat Hayam, 700 North Swarthmore Avenue, Ventnor, NJ 08406 or the Parkinson's Foundation, www.parkinson.org.

May her memory be a blessing.

Service Details. Service When Tuesday, September 19th, 2023 12:00pm Location Shirat Hayam Address 700 North Swarthmore Avenue Ventnor, NJ 08406 Interment When Tuesday, September 19th, 2023 12:00pm Location Beth Kehillah Cemetery Address 6687 Black Horse Pike

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Ellen Burke Rawls - January 01, 2005 - August 24, 2023

Departed: 08/24/2023 (Atlantic County)

Obituary Preview: After 92 years, Ellen Burke Rawls moved on to her next life on August 24th 2023. She is predeceased by her parents, Ted and Frances Burke, her sister, Marilyn Kress and her loving companion of many years, Jack Tirman. She is survived by cousin, Sheila Henn. Ellen was a fiercely independent woman and business person. After her marriage to John Rawls ended in divorce, she created a life for herself in New York City. After a stint with Radio Free Europe and a NYC public relations firm, she opened her own PR business and had great success. In New York, she also bred and showed prize winning Yorkshire Terriers. In 1990, she relocated to Ventnor with Jack Tirman. Here she continued her PR business and wrote extensively for various newspapers and magazines on the local casino and entertainment scene. Ellen was a firecracker who enjoyed a good laugh and a vodka martini (or 2) with an anchovy stuffed olive! Graveside services will be held on Thursday August 31 at 10 am, where she will be laid to rest with her beloved, Jack, at Emeth Shalom Cemetery in Egg Harbor Township.

Service Details. Service When Thursday, August 31st, 2023 10:00am Location Emeth Shalom Cemetery Address 21 Lincoln Avenue

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is an obituary?

An obituary is a written notice that announces the death of a person, typically including their name, age, date of birth and death, and a brief biography. It serves as a way to share the news of a loved one's passing with family, friends, and community.

Why are obituaries important?

Obituaries are important because they provide a way to honor and remember the deceased, while also serving as a notification to those who may not have been aware of the person's passing. They can also help to facilitate condolences, flowers, and other gestures of sympathy.

Who typically writes an obituary?

The task of writing an obituary usually falls to the family members or close friends of the deceased. In some cases, a funeral home or mortuary may assist with writing the obituary.

What information should be included in an obituary?

A typical obituary should include the deceased person's full name, age, date of birth and death, place of residence, occupation, and any notable achievements or accomplishments. It may also include information about surviving family members, funeral arrangements, and charitable donations in lieu of flowers.

How long should an obituary be?

The length of an obituary can vary depending on the publication and the wishes of the family. Generally, it should be concise and to the point, ranging from a few sentences to a short paragraph.

Can I include photos in an obituary?

Yes, many publications allow you to include a photo of the deceased in the obituary. This can be a meaningful way to personalize the notice and make it more memorable.

How do I submit an obituary to a newspaper or online publication?

The process for submitting an obituary varies depending on the publication. You can usually find submission guidelines on the publication's website or by contacting them directly. Be sure to check their deadlines and word count limits before submitting your obituary.

Is there a cost associated with publishing an obituary?

In most cases, yes. Newspapers and online publications charge a fee for publishing an obituary. The cost can vary widely depending on the publication, word count, and other factors.

Can I write my own obituary in advance?

Yes, it is possible to write your own obituary in advance. This can be a therapeutic exercise that allows you to reflect on your life and accomplishments. It can also spare your loved ones from having to write it during a difficult time.

What is the difference between an obituary and a death notice?

A death notice is a brief announcement of a person's passing, typically including only basic information such as name, age, and date of death. An obituary, on the other hand, provides more detailed information about the person's life and legacy.

Can I include humor or personality in an obituary?

Absolutely! An obituary should reflect the personality and spirit of the deceased. Including humorous anecdotes or personal touches can make the notice more engaging and memorable.

How do I handle sensitive or private information in an obituary?

When writing an obituary, it's essential to be respectful of the deceased person's privacy and sensitive information. Avoid including details that may be embarrassing or hurtful to family members or others.

Can I include quotes or poems in an obituary?

Yes! Quotes, poems, or lyrics that were meaningful to the deceased can add depth and emotion to the obituary. Just be sure to check with the publication for any restrictions on length or content.

What if I need to make corrections to an already-published obituary?

If you need to make corrections to an already-published obituary, contact the publication as soon as possible. They will guide you through their correction process and ensure that any errors are rectified.

Can I republish an obituary at a later date?

In some cases, yes. If you want to republish an obituary on a special anniversary or birthday of the deceased, you may be able to do so with permission from the original publication.

How do I preserve an online obituary for future generations?

Many online publications offer options for archiving or saving obituaries for future reference. You can also consider creating a digital scrapbook or memorial website to preserve memories and tributes.

Can I include information about memorial services or donations in an obituary?

Absolutely! Including details about memorial services, funeral arrangements, or charitable donations in lieu of flowers can help inform friends and family about how they can pay their respects.

What if I'm struggling to write an obituary due to grief or emotional distress?

If you're finding it difficult to write an obituary due to grief or emotional distress, consider reaching out to a trusted friend or family member for support. You can also seek guidance from a funeral home or professional writer.

Can I use social media to share an obituary?

Yes! Social media platforms like Facebook and Twitter can be effective ways to share an obituary with a wider audience. Just be sure to respect any privacy settings or restrictions set by the deceased person's account holders.

How do I ensure that an online obituary remains accessible over time?

To ensure that an online obituary remains accessible over time, consider creating a permanent link or PDF copy of the notice. You can also save it to cloud storage services like Google Drive or Dropbox.

Can I create a video tribute or multimedia presentation instead of a traditional written obituary?

Yes! With modern technology, it's now possible to create video tributes or multimedia presentations that celebrate the life and legacy of the deceased. These can be shared online or at memorial services.

What if I need help finding resources or support after losing a loved one?

If you're struggling with grief or need additional support after losing a loved one, consider reaching out to local bereavement groups, counseling services, or online resources like hospice organizations or mental health websites.

Can I include personal anecdotes or stories in an obituary?

Absolutely! Personal anecdotes and stories can bring depth and warmth to an obituary, making it more engaging and memorable for readers.

How do I handle conflicting opinions or disagreements when writing an obituary?

If you're facing conflicting opinions or disagreements when writing an obituary, try to focus on finding common ground and compromise. Remember that the goal is to honor and celebrate the life of the deceased.

What if I need help editing or proofreading an obituary?

If you need help editing or proofreading an obituary, consider enlisting the assistance of a trusted friend or family member with strong writing skills. You can also hire a professional writer or editor for guidance.