Rimma Fert (Fort)
Oct 17, 2025
Rimma Naumovna Fert (Fort)
1930–2025
The ancient Greeks, when someone passed away, would ask only one question — did they have passion?
My mother did. She lived with passion, she poured her heart into her work. She was, in every sense, a Teacher — one touched by grace.
Hundreds, perhaps thousands, of her students passed through the life of our small family and became...
Harold "Hal" Sirowitz
Oct 17, 2025
Harold “Hal” Sirowitz passed away on October 17, 2025, after a long, heroic battle with Parkinson’s Disease. An internationally known poet and former Poet Laureate of Queens, NY, Hal was the author of five books of poetry, including the much-loved Mother Said. He is survived by his wife, Minter Krotzer, his sister, Lauren (Herbie) Saltzman, his nephews Danny (Alyssa), David,...
Arlene Kessler
Oct 16, 2025
Arlene Kessler (nee Borasky). October 16, 2025. Beloved wife of the late Herman Kessler. Loving mother of Sheryl Kessler (Arcangelo Travaglini) and Aaron Kessler. Relatives and friends are invited to graveside services on Monday, October 20, 2025, at 11 AM at Shalom Memorial Park, 3573 Pine Road, Huntingdon Valley, PA 19006. Contributions in her memory may be made to Philly PAWS,...
Shirley Rubinson
Oct 16, 2025
Shirley Rubinson (nee Hoffman). October 16, 2025. Devoted wife of the late Irving Rubinson. Loving mother of Neil Rubinson (Eileen) and the late Renee Rubinson Block (Daniel). Beloved grandmother of Nicole (Charlie), Ricky (Karla), and Kim (Michael). Dear great-grandmother of Kali, Ian, and Will. Relatives and friends are invited to funeral services on Thursday, October 23, 2025, at Goldsteins’ Rosenberg’s...
Rose Levitt
Oct 16, 2025
Rose Levitt, passed away on October 16, 2025. Wife of the late Gilbert Levitt. Mother of Mark (Cheryle) Levitt, Caren Nires and Saul (Batzi) Levitt. Grandmother of Ilana, Avi, Aliza, Yoni, Dani, Aviva, Simi, and Chaya, and Great Grandmother of 15. Funeral Services are private. Shiva will be observed at the home of Batzi and Saul Levitt Sunday through Wednesday,...
Norman Hurowitz
Oct 15, 2025
NORMAN HUROWITZ. Age 87, passed away peacefully on October 15, 2025. Norman, husband of the late Judy Hurowitz ‘zl, is survived by his children Marc (James) Hurowitz, Bruce (Jodi) Hurowitz and was father to the late Jill (Aaron) Fairchild; grandfather to Alex, Matthew, Emily & Cole. Born to Benjamin and Mitzi Hurowitz in Philadelphia, brother to the late Robert Hurowitz...
Stanley Edgar Cohen
Oct 15, 2025
STANLEY EDGAR COHEN on October 15, 2025. Beloved husband of Renee (nee Resnick); Loving father of Nadeen Spear (Alan), Howard Resnick Cohen (Patricia), and Stuart Cohen (Robin); Devoted grandfather of Brooke (Ben), Carly (Brian), Paige (Ryan), Lexi (Kyle), Bailey (Tyler), Barrett, Drew (Melissa), and Dana (Tyler); Adoring great-grandfather of Harper, Mia, Rylan, Gavin, Reese, Romi, Hadlee, Kaylie, Shay, Grayson, and...
Marion Gibilovitz
Oct 14, 2025
Marion Gibilovitz, 87, of Philadelphia, PA, passed away peacefully on October 14, 2025, with her loved ones by her side.
Born on March 2, 1938, in Wilmington, Delaware, Marion built a life rooted in love, where family always came first. Her family was her garden - and she tended it with endless care and devotion. To her, family was not just...
Gary Ira Rice
Oct 14, 2025
Gary Ira Rice, 69, of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, died peacefully in his home on October 14, 2025. Born on March 15, 1956, in Philadelphia to Jesse and Florence (“Flossie”) Rice, Gary was known for his energy and sense of humor, as well as his love of music, drumming, and pinball. He drummed for many bands throughout his life, making many friends...
Rebecca Jarosh
Oct 14, 2025
REBECCA JAROSH, A teacher, mother, grandmother, and social justice warrior—died on Oct. 14 after a three-year battle with cancer. She lived at least two years beyond the usual life expectancy due to her strength and determination. She loved Barry Manilow, Joni Mitchell, and anything to do with Mishkan Shalom. Beloved wife of Craig Cohen: Loving mother of Ariel Collis and...