Irving Babb

Itzhak Ben Isaac Ve Ester

Funeral service will be live-streamed. Please go to http://smclive.ca on Sunday, March 26, 2023 at 12:00 p.m.

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Irving Babb, Yitze to those who knew him best, on March 22, 2023 at the age of 88. Beloved husband to the late Florence Babb. Father and father-in-law to Rhonda and Michael Bohbot, Shari and Murray Goldkind, and Elana and Noam Goodmam. Zaidy to Lauren, Melissa, Jordan, Joshua, Daniel, Justin, Sierra, Jake, Zachary, and Noah. His generosity towards family, the Jewish community and the State of Israel was inspirational. He was a sports fan, a world traveler, a political savant and a proud Jew. He instilled in his family a sense of Jewish pride and tradition and will be sorely missed.

Memorial donations may be made to The Michael Levin Lone Soldier Foundation https://michaellevinlonesoldier.org/ or

Canadian Magen David Adom 416-780-0034.

Date of Death: Thursday, March 23, 2023

Yahrzeit Day: Nissan 1

Date of Funeral: Sunday, March 26, 2023

Time of Funeral: 12:00 PM

Memorial Service Location: Chapel service at Steeles Memorial Chapel

Burial Service Location: Pardes Shalom Cemetery, 10953 Dufferin St., Maple, Beth Emeth section

Shiva Details: 10 Torresdale Ave., Toronto, M2R 3V8 at the Party room downstairs. Shiva visits on Sunday immediately after the service till 8 p.m., Monday through Thursday 7:30 a.m. to 11 a.m., and 7 to 9 p.m., Friday 7:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Morning prayers at 7:30 a.m., Evening prayers at 7:15 p.m.

Time of Services (Morning): 7:30 AM

Time of Services (Evening): 7:15 PM

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Posted on 24.03.2023 - 12:27 PM

Tammy

Shari, Murray and family.. I’m so sorry for your loss . May your fathers memory live on .

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Posted on 24.03.2023 - 12:49 PM

Andrea Joy Halpern

To the entire family … Sending u strength and peace at this very sad time. Shari .. I watched u care for ur precious father and I know this is very difficult for you and the family to deal with. Always remember the good times … and the luv in your hearts for each other. ❣️may his name be for a blessing.

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Posted on 24.03.2023 - 1:57 PM

Evelyn James

Dear Shari, Murray and family, I just heard about the passing of your beloved Father and I wanted to express my sincere condolences for your heartbreaking loss. May his memory be a blessing. Evelyn James

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Posted on 24.03.2023 - 4:39 PM

Samantha Leibgott

My deepest condolences to the entire Babb family. Thinking of you all.

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Posted on 24.03.2023 - 4:43 PM

Sol and Naomi Baum

Our deepest condolences on the passing of your wonderful dad! A true mensch and such and kind man! May you always hold on to all those wonderful Memories of him in your hearts. Sincerely Sol and Naomi Baum

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Posted on 24.03.2023 - 5:31 PM

Marsha

Dear Joyce, sorry for the loss of your best friend Irving . We had the pleasure of knowing Irving and spending many happy times with the both of you. He will be missed. Condolences from all your friends and family in Montreal and Toronto. Our thoughts are with you at this very sad time. RIP Irving!

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Posted on 24.03.2023 - 5:44 PM

Moe and Sylvia Caruso

Dear Shari and the whole family, So sorry for your loss. This is so sad, we know how close you all were to him. May his memory live on and may you find comfort from your friends and family who love you . Our thoughts are with you during this very sad time. With much Affection Moe and Sylvia

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Posted on 24.03.2023 - 6:12 PM

Diane Cooper

Condolences on the loss of your long time companion, Joyce. So glad we got to have lunch with you and Irving recently. We will remember him fondly. Love Stephen & Diane

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Posted on 24.03.2023 - 6:37 PM

Bari Nefsky

Dear Shari, Murray, Jordan, Josh, Daniel and whole Babb family, We are deeply saddened by the loss of your beloved father and grandfather. We know he was an integral part of your lives. We are sending love and strength and hope his memory will bring comfort in times of sadness. With love, Bari, Ian, Cole, Seth and Noah

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Posted on 24.03.2023 - 6:46 PM

Karen Weisberg

Shari and family, our deepest condolences on the loss of your father and grandfather. Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time. May his memory be a blessing. Karen Weisberg and Barry Cohen

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Posted on 24.03.2023 - 7:34 PM

Phil and Tzipi

Our deepest condolences to you Shari and your whole family. May his memory bring you blessings.

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Posted on 24.03.2023 - 8:08 PM

Donna Gold

Joyce, Shawn and I send our love and condolences to you at this sad time.

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Posted on 24.03.2023 - 8:48 PM

Donna Gold

Joyce, Shawn and I send you our love and support during this extremely sad time.

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Posted on 24.03.2023 - 10:42 PM

Lisa Eisen

Our deepest condolences to the family. May his memory be a blessing. Lisa & David Eisen

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Posted on 25.03.2023 - 6:40 AM

Sharon Gotter

Dear Joyce, sorry for the loss of your long time companion and friend Irving. Let good memories help you at this difficult. May he rest in peace.

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Posted on 25.03.2023 - 8:14 AM

Alissa Train

Dear Rhonda, Shari, Elana and family. I am so sorry for your loss. Sending love and strength. Alissa and family

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Posted on 25.03.2023 - 9:11 AM

Donna, Ed, Mallory & Jillian Hostick

Rhonda, Michael, Shari, Murray & Families: We are so sorry for your loss. May your father's memory be a blessing and provide comfort to you all.

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Posted on 25.03.2023 - 9:39 AM

Donna Richardson

Elana and Family- condolences on your loss

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Posted on 25.03.2023 - 10:54 AM

Pat Camina

Dear Joyce, So sorry for your huge loss! May the many memories you created during your fourteen wonderful years together bring you comfort and strength during this most difficult time. RIP Irving! Thank you for all the good times we shared over the years, With my deepest sympathies, Trish

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Posted on 25.03.2023 - 11:07 AM

randy katzman

Dear Shari and Murray, So sorry for your loss. May his memory live on and may you find comfort from your friends and family who love you . My thoughts are with you during this very sad time, Love Randy

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Posted on 25.03.2023 - 11:23 AM

Marlene Shama

Dear Joyce, Please accept my most sincere and heartfelt condolences on the loss of your longtime partner and friend, Irving. I know that he meant so much to you. May your happy memories sustain you during the difficult days ahead BDH

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Posted on 25.03.2023 - 11:46 AM

Jocelyn Cooper

Dear Joyce My heartfelt condolences at the loss of of your dear Irving. May the good memories of the happy times you had together for fourteen years help you get through this sad time. I always enjoyed being with both of you . With love, Jocelyn

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Posted on 25.03.2023 - 12:11 PM

sandra and larry charney

Dear Joyce, So sorry to hear about Irving's passing. Larry and I spent many wonderful times with you and Irving,your best friend,over the past 14 years. He will be missed by all Sandra and Larry

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Posted on 25.03.2023 - 12:16 PM

deena lusy-apel

Dear Joyce Max and I are so sad about Irving's passing. We are hoping that the cherished memories we all have of you two together both in Montreal and Toronto will help you through this difficult time.

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Posted on 25.03.2023 - 1:06 PM

Stephen Segal

Dear Rhonda, Shari, Elana, and your wonderful families, On behalf of Lorena, myself and our family, I want to extend to you our sad heartfelt condolences on the loss of your most amazing and wonderful dad. We absolutely loved him, and we've lost a wonderful cousin who was truly amazing. We're thinking about you at this very difficult time with a very heavy heart. Stephen, Lorena, Amanda & Matthew Segal

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Posted on 25.03.2023 - 2:51 PM

Dori Jungmann

Irving was my older brother, we were more than mishpoche, we were conected in every subject in life. We both contineu the unique relations between Isik Babb and my mother Haya. I see it in the legasy Irving left to his cildren and grand children. Irving lived in Canada but was an israeli sitisen in his NESHOME. Israel was his country, his beloved country. Irving was a good jew, who knew our rutes, our languge, and kept good relations with my friends from the paratruprr unit. He loved the boys and they loved him. It is hard to exept his living us. We all pray for him, me, my children and grandchildren an my sister Ruthi and her family are with you, the Babb tribe. With tears and broken hard. Dori

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Posted on 25.03.2023 - 3:39 PM

Lisa and Jonathan Weinberg

Shari, So sorry to hear of your wonderful Dad's passing. We are thinking of you and your family. We will remember him fondly as a great father , father in law and Zaidy.

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Posted on 25.03.2023 - 4:36 PM

Gilda Mostovitch Daniel

Dearest Joycela, I'm heartbroken for you because of Irv's passing. It doesn't matter that you shared a full and wonderful life together lo these fourteen years. Nobody is ever ready to lose someone they love and who loves them back like Irv loved you. You'll undoubtedly spend the biggest part of the rest of your life missing Irv and reliving all those wonderful places you visited together, as well as the abundant memories and laughter you both shared. My heart is sad for your loss, but how blessed you are to have had such a wonderful man in your life. May his memory always be a blessing in Zion! Your loving friend, Gilda

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Posted on 25.03.2023 - 5:47 PM

Roz Poulin

Dear Joyce, I was so sorry to learn of Irving’s passing. I know he meant the world to you. I didn’t know Irving personally but I feel like I did since I heard so many wonderful things about him from you and so many others. I hope that the many happy memories you had with Irving over the last 14 years will help sustain you at this very difficult time.

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Posted on 25.03.2023 - 7:37 PM

stewart libstug

Dear Saulie & Lorraine so sorry for your loss of such a good friend. To Joyce, our condolences on the loss of your long time companion. Stewart & Nina

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Posted on 25.03.2023 - 7:45 PM

Florence and Bernard Schwartz

Dear Joyce, So sorry to hear about the loss of your dear , long time partner Irving. You were extremely devoted and he was very lucky to have you in his life. Stay well. May his memory always be for a blessing.

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Posted on 25.03.2023 - 8:17 PM

Marilyn & Ted Daniel

We wish the Babb women and extended families strength and togetherness at this sad time. Memories are forever cherish them. Wishing you peace. Marilyn, Ted, Rebeca, Simon and Jack Daniel.

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Posted on 25.03.2023 - 9:34 PM

KAMMY EISENBERG

Auntie Joyce, I am so sorry for your loss of Irving. You were such an integral part of his life over the last 14 years . I enjoyed the times we spent together and will remember him fondly. May his memory forever be a blessing.

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Posted on 25.03.2023 - 10:15 PM

Jeffrey Citron

Our sincere condolences to Elana, Noam and family on the loss of Irving. He will be sadly missed by his family. May his memory be a blessing to your family.

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Posted on 25.03.2023 - 11:06 PM

Saul Libstug and Lorraine Barsky

Illana, Rhonda, Shari and Families: It is with a broken heart and deep regret on the loss of our dear friend Irving that we express our sincere condolences. Never did we think loading his car March 20 and shipping it to Toronto on March 21 it would be the last time. We will miss him dearly. May his soul rest in peace.

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Posted on 25.03.2023 - 11:16 PM

Saul Libstug and Lorraine Barsky

Dear Joyce: Our sincere condolences to you on the loss of your dear friend Irving. We had many great times together and will cherish them forever.

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Posted on 25.03.2023 - 11:29 PM

Brian and Nancy

To our cousin Joyce, our condolences on the sad loss of your long-time partner and companion, Irving. Our thoughts are with you at this time. Much love, Brian and Nancy

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Posted on 25.03.2023 - 11:31 PM

Shari and Robert Friedman

To the children and grandchildren of Irving Baab, and to our dear cousin Joyce, We are so sorry for your loss. We were fortunate to have met Irving together with Joyce on many happy occasions during the past fourteen years. His kind presence and his warm smile will be missed. Our condolences to all of you. Shari & Robert Friedman

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Posted on 26.03.2023 - 12:01 AM

Norman and Carolyn Hartzman

Shari, Murray and the entire family. We are saddened to learn of your loss. May his memory be a blessing to all who were fortunate to know and love him.

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Posted on 26.03.2023 - 12:30 AM

Michael & Merav Cohen and Family

Dear Elana & Noam, Justin, Sierra, Jake, Zachary, Noah, and Family, It is with great sadness that we heard of the passing of your beloved father, father-in-law, zaidy, Irving. Please except our sincere condolences. May his memory provide you all with an abundant source of kindness, warmth, wisdom, strength, humour and love always.

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Posted on 26.03.2023 - 7:17 AM

Renee Seigel

Dear Josh and family So sorry to hear of your grandfathers passing. We know how special he was to you and your family. We hope your wonderful memories will help you through this difficult time Barry and Renee Seigel

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Posted on 26.03.2023 - 7:41 AM

eva Meisels (Florida friday nights)

My deepest sympathy

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Posted on 26.03.2023 - 8:17 AM

Janine Plotkin

Shari, Murray and the entire family. Our sincere condolences during this sad time. May his memory be a blessing to all who were fortunate to know and love him. Janine and Gil

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Posted on 26.03.2023 - 9:14 AM

:eBay & Jack Cooperstone

To the Babb family, we offer our heartfelt condolences on the loss of an amazing father and grandfather. Irving was our friend for over 80 years, we travelled all over the world together, we amused ourselves with stories and we were never without anything to say. To Joyce, you were an amazing, kind and attentive person to Irving. His best being was your primary wishes. You catered to his everyneed with no regrets. There were no limits to your kindness

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Posted on 26.03.2023 - 9:40 AM

Paula Seigel

Dear Josh and Family We’re so sorry to hear about the passing of your grandfather. We know how special he was to you. May his memory forever be a blessing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Paula & Geoff Seigel

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Posted on 26.03.2023 - 10:36 AM

Ala Gamulka

Dear Rhonda, Shari, Elana and families. I send you my deepest sympathies on the loss of your father. I remember him as a proud father who would gaze with love at his four women sitting together at Beth Zion. Later, he would be enjoying his winters in Florida. Cherish your good memories and know he relished you and your children. May you and yours know no more sorrow and you e comforted among the mourners of Zion.

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Posted on 26.03.2023 - 11:26 AM

Faigie Adelman

Dear Joycie How sad I was to hear of the loss of Irving. Unfortunately I never had the pleasure of meeting him but with knowing how wonderful you were to him and by hearing what a great person he was, I am certain that his loss is enormous May your wonderful memories give you the strength you need to get through this Faigie Adelman

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Posted on 26.03.2023 - 11:45 AM

Billy and Mel Halpern

Shari, Murray and fam, we are so deeply sorry to hear of your Dads passing. Sending you all an abundance of love and strength during this difficult time. Thinking of you all.

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Posted on 26.03.2023 - 12:56 PM

Irving Babb

Dearest Joyce Our deepest condolences on the loss of Irving. Sandy and Larry Tobenstein

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Posted on 26.03.2023 - 12:58 PM

Sandy and Larry Tobenstein

Dearest Joyce Our deepest condolences on the loss of Irving. Sandy and Larry Tobenstein

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Posted on 26.03.2023 - 1:01 PM

Janice Hecht

Dear Rhonda, Shari, Elana & Families, My deepest condolences on the loss of my Uncle Irving. My thoughts are with you all during this difficult time. May your memories of him bring you comfort and may you all be spared further sorrow.

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Posted on 26.03.2023 - 2:07 PM

Sarah Herlin

Dear Family and friends of Irving Babb. I am deeply saddened for your loss. Irvings parents and my parents belonged to the same Organization in MOntreal. The farband Labor ZIONIST. May you all be well; and not know of anymore sorrow. Sincerely; Sarah Herlin

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Posted on 26.03.2023 - 3:09 PM

Faigie Adelman

Dear Joycie I have already posted so I hope this will not be duplicated nevertheless I want to extend my deepest condolences on your loss of your Irving Although I never had the pleasure of meeting him I can only imagine what a wonderful person he must have been by the way you cared for him. I pray that all your wonderful memories will give you strength during this very sad and difficult time Faigie

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Posted on 26.03.2023 - 3:53 PM

Paul Gleitman

My deepest condolences to the family.. May they be comforted amongst all the mourners of Zion and Jerusalem and and May Irv’s ( a”h ) memory be a blessing for all who knew him . Irv was a mensch , a nice man . I am deeply saddened by his passing.

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Posted on 26.03.2023 - 4:23 PM

Sara Apel

Dear cousin Joyce, Philippe, Aria and I are thinking of you and send you all our love and condolences.

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Posted on 26.03.2023 - 4:45 PM

Lawrence & Carolyn Sager

Dear Shari, Murray and Joyce, Carolyn and I would like to send our heartfelt condolences to you and your family. Irving was such a special man, who had a heart of gold. He was truly an exceptional father and grandfather. It was also nice getting to know his longtime friend and companion, Joyce. You filled Irving’s last 14 years with joy and laughter. May his memory be a blessing.

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Posted on 26.03.2023 - 7:51 PM

Bryna Bruder-Wechsler

Dear Rhonda, Shari, Elana and families, Wanting to send my condolences on the loss of your dad. I remember snowy mornings in Montreal and piling into your father’s car for a lift to elementary school. Your dad was so tall, so kind and handsome. I even remember his cologne. Another giant gone. I know you are hurting tremendously. Sending all my love.

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Posted on 26.03.2023 - 11:26 PM

Judy Otis

Dear Elana & Noam, Justin, Sierra, Jake, Zachary and Noah, Sending our heartfelt condolences to you and your family on the loss of your Father, father-in-law and beloved Zaidy. May your memories of wonderful times spent together be a great source of comfort to you. You are all in our thoughts. Judy, Aidan, Spencer & Eli

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Posted on 27.03.2023 - 6:25 AM

Ian and Sarah Maged

Dear Shari, Murray, Jordan, Joshua, Daniel and the whole Bohbot and Goldman families. We were very saddened to hear about the loss of your beloved father, father-in-law and grandfather. May the beautiful memories you have of him help you go through this difficult time and May you know no more sorrows. Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time. Ian and Sarah Maged and family

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Posted on 27.03.2023 - 7:02 AM

Joanna Behar

Dear Elana and family, So sorry to hear the news of your loss. May the memory of your Dad/Zaidy live on in each and every one of you. Joanna Behar

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Posted on 27.03.2023 - 8:39 AM

Nadine & Eric Iankelevic

Dear Shari and Murray and Elana and Noam. Please accept our sincerest condolences on the passing of your father. May his memory be a blessing. nadine and eric

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Posted on 27.03.2023 - 10:22 AM

Christine

My deepest condolences to Rhonda Shari and Elana and family! He will be deeply missed. My thoughts are with you in this difficult time.

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Posted on 27.03.2023 - 11:00 AM

Henry Moyal and Family

My deepest condolences to the family.

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Posted on 27.03.2023 - 11:27 AM

Elana Carr

Elana & Family

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Posted on 27.03.2023 - 11:29 AM

Elana Carr

Dear Elana, Noam and family, I am sorry for your loss. Baruch Dayan Haemet.

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Posted on 27.03.2023 - 11:58 AM

Saul Wilensky

Dear Yocheved, I think Gilda said it all but just a few more words : I am sad to hear this final news of your best friend and longtime companion Irving, but at least this very proud man is no longer in any pain or discomfort. May he rest in peace. All one can ask during this difficult period is some comfort from wonderful lasting memories and a strong support system....and it seems to me you have both. Lots of strength and take good care. . We'll talk soon, ----- Saul

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Posted on 28.03.2023 - 8:52 AM

Carol Luftman

Dear Joyce I am deeply saddened to learn of Irving’s passing May your many happy memories be a source of comfort to you at this difficult time Fondly, Carol

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Posted on 28.03.2023 - 9:07 AM

Arlene & Paul Scheffer

Dear Joyce. Our heartfelt condolences to you on the loss of your partner and friend, Irving. May his memories always be a blessing.

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Posted on 28.03.2023 - 10:25 AM

Sybil Levine

Dearest Joyce, So so sorry for your loss. I know you took such good care of Irving. Thinking if you... Sybil

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Posted on 28.03.2023 - 1:53 PM

Lawrie Roberts

Shari, Murray and all families, very sorry to hear about the loss of your dad. Irv was a beautiful Man in all respects. May his Memory be a blessing to you & your family. Love Lawrie & Lori.

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Posted on 28.03.2023 - 4:25 PM

Daniel Glazerman

Our sincere condolences to Elana, Noam and family on the loss of your father/ Grand father. May his memory be a blessing to your family. Daniel and Lauren Glazerman

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Posted on 28.03.2023 - 4:42 PM

Nathaniel Epstein and Family

Elana, Noam and family our deepest condolences on the passing of your beloved father, father-in-law and Zaidy. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this most difficult time. May his memory be a blessing. Jordan, Mitchell and Nathaniel

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Posted on 29.03.2023 - 8:54 AM

Annette Cohen-Hoffman

Dearest Shari and Murray The Hoffman family is with you in your sorrow. We are truly sorry for the loss of your father/ in law. When you hear that a patriarch has lead his family in Jewish values and devotion to the state of Israel , you know how blessed your family was. These are big shoes to fill. May his legacy continue through your merits. Barouch Dayan haemet Sending strength and love Brian Hoffman Annette Cohen Hoffman Julian and Janie And Shyla Hoffman.

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Posted on 29.03.2023 - 3:34 PM

JORDANA FRANKEL-SABLE

Dear Shari, Murray, Rhonda, Elena & Families….sending you all strength during this difficult time. Always remember the great times! May his memory be a blessing…Yehi zikhro barukh .

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Posted on 05.05.2023 - 9:09 AM

Gerry Silverman

Dear Rhonda, Shari, Elena and families, it was so sad learning of your dad’s passing. He was a great neighbour, fishing companion, friend and colleague. He and your darling mother were very kind to me in tough times and especially good to Mark on school days when he was a latchkey kid. I remember baseball games up North and lunches on Chabanel. I miss them both.

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