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Joseph Marmo, age 61, of Winter Park, passed away on Tuesday, March 15, 2016, at Florida Hospital—Orlando. Mr. Marmo, a native of Natoma Heights, Pennsylvania, was born on March 13, 1955, to Carmen and Marian Marmo. During his working career he was a manager in the automotive industry. Mr. Marmo moved to Florida from Pennsylvania in 1996 and then relocated to the Orlando area from Titusville in 2012. On Sept. 17, 2012, in Maitland, he married the former Patricia Andrews, who survives him. In addition to his wife, he is survived by his son M... Full story
Freda Elizabeth “Mimi” Rosen, age 78, passed away peacefully and comfortably with family by her side in San Marcos, California. She was born in Washington, D.C. on March 18, 1937, to the late Sophie and Mike Weber and was the oldest of four siblings. She was adored by her three brothers, Paul (Ginger) Weber of Winter Park, Norman Weber of Las Vegas and David (Jill) Weber of Maryland. She enjoyed helping and watching her younger brothers grow up and loved them very much. Mrs. Rosen married the love of her life at 20, and worked as a sec... Full story
Lena Sami, age 94, of Maitland, passed away on Tuesday, March 15, 2016, at Florida Hospital—Altamonte Springs. Mrs. Sami was born in New York City on Jan. 24, 1922, to the late Albert and Mollie Abolafia Benmayor. She was married to her beloved husband, Rouben, who survives her, for nearly 69 years. They began their lives together in New York City on Sept. 6, 1946, and were virtually inseparable their entire marriage; sharing home, work and a deep love for one another. In 1970, Lena and Rouben relocated to the Orlando area from Daytona B... Full story
Edward Frack, age 83, of Lake Mary, passed away on Wednesday, March 9, 2016, at Hospice of the Comforter in Altamonte Springs. Ed was born in Boston, Massachusetts, on Nov.14, 1932, to the late Benjamin and Ida Blumenfield Frack. He received his bachelor’s degree from Boston University and was the owner/operator of a women’s retail clothing store. Ed, an avid golfer, was married to his late wife, Ruth, for over 52 years, when she passed away in January 2016. They relocated to the Orlando area in 1987 and were former members of Congregation Ohe... Full story
Anna Goldberg, age 90, of Clermont, passed away on Thursday, March 10, 2016, at Brookdale Assisted-Living Facility in Clermont. Mrs. Goldberg was born in Brooklyn, New York, on April 19, 1925, to the late Hyman and Dora Koota Roland. After attending college for some time, she worked for many years as a teacher’s aide for the New York City Board of Education. She was the widow of Martin Goldberg, who passed away in 2005. Mrs. Goldberg relocated to the Clermont area in 2014 from Boca Raton and is survived by her sister, Diane Lichtman, of S... Full story
Angela J. Jacobson died on March 4, 2016, in Orlando, Fla., surrounded by her family. She was born on Oct. 20, 1940, in Swindon, England in Wiltshire, the county of her beloved downs. Angela attended Goldsmiths College at London University, specializing in foreign languages, history and English literature. While vising Paris, she met the love of her life, Sam, to whom she was married for 42 years. Angela was active in the Orlando community for 40 years, having many jobs, including teaching and writing for the Orlando Sentinel. Angela and Sam... Full story
Leonard (Len) Levine, 72, passed away on Monday, Feb. 29, 2016 at his home in Orlando. He was born in Trenton, N.J., on March 20, 1943, to proud parents Irving and Clare Levine. They later moved to Oakhurst, N.J., where they welcomed Len’s baby sister, Barbara, or as he called her, “Boo,” and became a close family of four. Len’s positivity, charm and wit quickly made him many lifelong friends at Oakhurst Grammar School and Asbury Park High School. He continued on to Wake Forest University, subsequently transferring to Monmouth University to com... Full story
Gerald Birman, age 85, of Orlando, passed away on Monday, Feb. 29, 2016, at Hospice of the Comforter, Altamonte Springs. Mr. Birman was born in Buffalo, New York, on May 31, 1930, to the late Meyer and Sarah Massmond Birman. A Staff Sergeant, he retired from the United States Air Force after 21 years of service. Following his retirement, he and his wife, the former Ruth Kohn, to whom he was married for 56 years, relocated to the Orlando area from Denver. Mr. Birman had previously been stationed in Orlando in the 1950s. In addition to his wife,... Full story
Allan Burnstine, son of Jerry and the late Lillian Burnstine, passed away on Feb. 29, 2016, at the age of 69. Allan is survived by his loving wife of 27 years, Karen Burnstine; sons, Benjamin and Andrew Burnstine, of Lake Mary; his daughter, Dana Reynolds; grandsons, Evan and Bowen Reynolds, all of Richmond, Virginia; his sister, Devie Louza; brothers, Norman (Joan) and Robert Burnstine; as well as three nieces and one nephew. Allan was preceded in death by his son, David Burnstine; and his brother, Michael Burnstine. Allan was born and raised... Full story
Anthony Kaskey, 68, of Altamonte Springs, passed away on Tuesday, March 1, 2016, at his residence. A native of Freeport, New York, Mr. Kaskey was born on July 11, 1947, to the late Jerome and Adelaide Shapiro Kaskey. He moved to South Florida with his family and was a graduate of the University of South Florida in Tampa. In 1986, he relocated from Miami to the Orlando area where he was engaged in a successful property management business. Mr. Kaskey is survived by his son, David Kaskey of Sorrento; and his brother, Gary (Cindy) Kaskey of... Full story
Sharon Butler, age 61, passed away on Thursday, Feb. 18, 2016, at Florida Hospital—Winter Park. She was born in Easton, Maryland, on March 6, 1954, to the late Lewis and Esther Snyder Cohen. A high school graduate, she relocated to the Orlando area in 1972, following her marriage in Easton, to Charles Butler, her husband of nearly 44 years who survives her. For 34 years Mrs. Butler worked as a medical secretary at Florida Hospital. In addition to her husband, she is survived by her daughter Caitlin; her son Joshua; and her grandson Jacob. S... Full story
Edith “Evie” Yaravitz, age 89, of Williamsburg, Orlando, passed away on Saturday, Feb. 20, 2016, at Cornerstone Hospice at ORMC. Evie was born on Sept. 10, 1926, in Rochester, N.Y., to the late Benjamin and Minnie Rosen. She was a homemaker and the widow of the late Benjamin “Benny” Yaravitz, who passed away in December 1996. After living in Rochester for most of their lives, they relocated to the Orlando area in 1994. Mrs. Yaravitz was a woman of many talents who made friends whenever and wherever she met them. She was a devoted wife, mother,... Full story
Muriel Alexander, age 83, of Livingston, Texas, passed away at Mike Conley Hospice House, Clermont, on Tuesday, Feb. 16, 2016. Mrs. Alexander, a native of London, England, was born on March 26, 1932, to the late Behr and Leah Fank. She was a high school graduate and a homemaker. Mrs. Alexander and her husband, Bernard, who survives her, were motor-home enthusiasts who spent their time traveling all over the country. As was their custom, they wintered in the Central Florida area, coming from their home in Livingston, Texas. In addition to her... Full story
William B. Sharff, age 60, passed away at Florida Hospital Memorial Medical Center in Daytona Beach on Wednesday, Feb. 17, 2016. Mr. Sharff was born in Newark, Ohio, on Feb. 16, 1956 to Earl Lee Sharff and Marjorie Jane Silverman Sharff. He lived in Westerville, Ohio, and was a retailer. Funeral services and burial were held in Columbus, Ohio. Arrangements entrusted to Beth Shalom Memorial Chapel, 640 Lee Road, Orlando 32810.... Full story
Lindsey Hope Shapiro, daughter of Samuel and Rachel Shapiro of Apopka, will be called to the Torah as a bat mitzvah on Friday and Saturday, March 4 and 5, 2016 at Congregation Beth Am in Longwood. Lindsey is in the seventh grade at Wolf Lake Middle School where she is a member of the band and student government. Her hobbies and interests include softball, arts and crafts, playing the flute and hanging out with friends. Sharing in the family's simcha will be Lindsey's sister,... Full story
Michael S. Lieberman, age 73, of Orlando, passed away on Saturday, Feb. 6, 2016, at Cornerstone Hospice at Orlando Regional Medical Center, Orlando. Mr. Lieberman, a native of Brooklyn, N.Y., was born on Nov. 6, 1942, to the late Harry and Rhoda Channin Lieberman. He was a graduate of the University of Maryland and worked in sales in various industries. He moved to Ft. Lauderdale from Maryland in 1977 and relocated to the Orlando area in 2006. Mr. Lieberman is survived by his son, Alan (Debra) Lieberman of Ft. Lauderdale; daughters, Debbie... Full story
Lee J. Lehner, age 75, of Apopka, passed away on Sunday, Jan. 31, 2016, at South Seminole Hospital in Longwood. Mr. Lehner was born in Kingston, New York, on April 4, 1940, to the late Henry and Rita Kinberg Lehner. He was an executive in retail sales and management, including vice president of Jefferson-Wards Department stores. When he left the world of retailing in the early 1980s, Mr. Lehner began a new career as a travel consultant, opening a Travel Agents International office in Altamonte Springs. He remained in that business until... Full story
Joseph Zollman, a former editor-in-chief of the Minkus Stamp Catalogs and a Life Member of the American Philatelic Society, died Jan. 28, 2016 in Altamonte Springs. He was 93. Zollman started his philatelic career at the United Nations Postal Administration shortly after its launch, and often noted that his daughter Yvonne was born during his tenure at the UNPA. With its terrific health insurance coverage, his “co-pay” for the medical bills for her birth was 25 cents. For many years, Zollman wrote the “Stamping Grounds” column about stamps,... Full story
Daniel and Jason Franzel, sons of Steven and Karen Franzel of Maitland, will be called to the Torah as b’nai mitzvah on Friday, Feb. 19, 2016 and Saturday, Feb. 20, 2016, at Congregation Beth Am in Longwood. Daniel is in the eighth grade at Quest Kids Academy, and is a member of Central Florida Buddy Ball and OCA Special Olympics. He enjoys horseback riding and circus acrobatics. Jason is in the seventh grade at Orange County Virtual School, and is a member of Maitland Little League Intermediate Division and Quinco Baseball Academy. He enjoys f... Full story
Jenna Marie Richman, daughter of Scott and Gwen Richman of Gotha, will be called to the Torah as a bat mitzvah on Saturday, Feb. 20, 2016, at Congregation of Reform Judaism. Jenna is in the seventh grade at Gotha Middle School where she is a member of the National Junior Honor Society and plays cello in the school orchestra. Her hobbies and interests include dance, volleyball, reading and spending time with her friends. She has been a Girl Scout for seven years. Sharing in the family's simcha... Full story
Ruth Frack, age 83, of Lake Mary, passed away on Friday, Jan. 22, 2016, at Lake Mary Health and Rehabilitation Center. A New York native, Mrs. Frack was born on May 5, 1930, to the late Edward and Esther Zung Adelson. She received her Bachelor of Arts degree from Boston University and on Aug. 25, 1963, married her husband of over 52 years, Edward R. Frack, who survives her. For many years, Mrs. Frack worked as an examiner in medical claims. In September of 1987, she and Ed relocated to the Orlando area from Boston. They are former members of... Full story
Ayla Moskowitz, age 19, of Rockville, Maryland, passed away on Tuesday, Jan. 26, 2016, in Ocklawaha, Fla. Miriam was born in Rockville on May 1, 1996 to Stuart M. Moskowitz and Fran Gage. She was a student. Funeral services were held in Maryland. Arrangements entrusted to Beth Shalom Memorial Chapel, 640 Lee Road, Orlando.... Full story
Robert Eugene Newton of Orlando, passed away on Jan. 10, 2016. He was 74 years old, born to Eugene Newton and Edith Parsley in Hamilton, Ohio, on June 15, 1941. Mr. Newton was married on June 17, 1961, to his devoted wife of 54 years, Phyllis Patrick. Since the 1960s, Mr. Newton was a successful and generous businessman working as a plumbing contractor. He never passed over the opportunity to serve those in need, be it through personal and business mentorship or through service to his church. Mr. Newton was also an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed... Full story
Richard C. Wolff, age 82, of Longwood, passed away on Saturday, Jan. 16, 2016, at Florida Hospital—Altamonte. Mr. Wolff, a Boston native, was born on July 17, 1933, to the late Simon and Jennie Friedman Wolff. After serving in the U.S. Army, he attended Boston University. He was a CLU for many years, consulting for the insurance industry and pensions. Mr. Wolff was a member and past president of the former Temple Israel of Swampscott, Mass. On May 24, 1991, in Boston, he married the former Ruth Silberman, his wife of nearly 25 years, who s... Full story
Anna Rose Finer, daughter of Paul and Teresa Finer of Orlando, will be called to the Torah as a bat mitzvah on Saturday, Feb. 6, 2016, at Congregation Ohev Shalom in Maitland. Anna is in the seventh grade at Blankner School where she is a member of the National Junior Honor Society, Blankner Symphony Orchestra, and the yearbook staff. She is also a member of Girl Scout Troop 857, and Kadima. Anna also enjoys dance and volunteers at Kinneret Apartments. Sharing in the family's simcha will be... Full story
