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Obituaries June 2025

Condolences to the family of long-time Sherith Israel member Richard Goldberg. The funeral was on May 2nd 

 

Condolences to the family and friends of Adrienne Goodman, who passed away April 15th. She was predeceased by her beloved husband, Dr. Donald Goodman, her daughters Patti Jones Goodman and Julie Miller. She is survived by her devoted son, Greg Goodman and his wife, Valerie Goodman; grandchildren Erin Miller and Rachel Goodman; her sister Lois Schklar and her children; sister-in-law Linda Stolman, nieces Whitney Stolman and Erica Stolman; and a committed group of lifelong friends Immediate family was blessed to surround her to the end of life and during transition, she whispered, “Love makes a person.” A beautiful truth revealed to remind us what truly matters in life. 

 

Condolences to the family of Donald Brian Levine, who died on April 23. He was the son of West End Synagogue’s long time religious school director, David J. Levine and Francine Posner Levine. He is survived by his wife Debbie Levine, daughter Rebecca Mullen (Matt), siblings Jerry Levine (Susan Limor), Gina Kosser (Michael), Ricky and Jonathan Shenkman, as well as many nieces, nephews, and cousins.  

 

Donations can be made to the Multiple Sclerosis Society or to a charity of choice.  

 

 

Condolences to the family of Beverly Kleban Small, who died on May 13th. She is survived by her husband Irvin (Jimmy), children Doug (Bonnie) Small, Roger Small, David (Robin) Small, Linda (Joel) Gluck. She is also survived by her grandchildren Adam (Ashley) Small, Ryan (Kelly) Small, Claire (Jason) Hobbs, Rachel (John) Slowey, Aeron (Arielle) Small, Elan (Julia) Small, Ariel (Rachel) Small, Elie Small, Ean Small, Daniel (Amanda) Gluck, Jonathan (Dina) Gluck, Hannah Gluck, Sarah Gluck. She is also survived by 15 great-grandchildren.  

 

 

 

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