Reeve Israelson

Private Family Service

ISRAELSON, Schmarya Reuven (Reeve) — October 14, 1927-July 12, 2020

Passed away peacefully in his sleep after an evening meal during which he gently held the hand of his wife of 68 years, Barbara (b. 1932). Son of Menachem-Mendel (Manny) and Dora Israelson; predeceased by brother Birrel David Israelson (1922-1948); survived by sister Fai Harris (Stan) (b. 1932); children David Birrel (Susan Elliott) (b. 1954) and Lawrence Seth (Roslyn Jacobson) (b. 1957), grandchildren Dara, Mathew and Brandon, Jacob, Tessa and Jemma, great-grandchildren Ivy and Poppy. In lieu of flowers please donate to Ve’ahavta or UJA Federation of Greater Toronto.

Funeral service will be live-streamed. Please go to smclive.ca

Date of Death: Sunday, July 12, 2020

Yahrzeit Day: Tammuz 20

Date of Funeral: Monday, July 13, 2020

Memorial Service Location: Private Family Service

Burial Service Location: Pardes Shalom Cemetery, Labour Zionist Section

Shiva Details: Shiva private

Message of Condolence

Posted on 12.07.2020 - 6:48 PM

Howie & Rodi Kirshenbaum

Dear Barbara, Larry, David and family. We are so sorry for your loss. Reeve was one of kind. I remember Reeve as a man who always had great wit and humour, a love for Jazz and always had a wide smile on his face. May you remember all the good times spent together.

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Posted on 12.07.2020 - 9:11 PM

Synthia

So sorry to hear of your dad’s passing. Hoping your fond memories will carry you through this difficult time.

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Posted on 13.07.2020 - 9:38 AM

David C. Wall

Larry and Roslyn: My sincere condolences.

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Posted on 13.07.2020 - 11:46 AM

Frances Weldman

Dear Barbara, David, and Larry: It is with much sadness that I read today of the passing of Reeve. We go back many years be it on the golf course or at the mahjong table. Reeve was a big strong man who always took very good care of his wife whom he always referred to her as Barb. He will be terribly missed by her. To all the families please accept my condolences.

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Posted on 15.07.2020 - 2:33 PM

Rick and Anna Fox

Larry, so sorry to hear about your dad. I always enjoyed my talks with him on the many occasions at your house. He always had that great jazz collection that we listened to.

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Posted on 16.07.2020 - 6:52 AM

Diane Marks Sidenberg

Dear Barbara, I have such lovely memories of Reeve, and you and Reeve were one of my parents' favourite friends. Reeve, as I remember him, always had a lovely smile on his face. Sending you my sincere condolences, and virtual hugs.

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Posted on 16.07.2020 - 4:01 PM

Iris Rakoff

Dear Barbara, Larry, David and family Thinking of you in your loss and wishing you strength and comfort at this difficult time. Reeve has shared in many good memories with Sol and I and these I cherish. Take care, Iris

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Posted on 16.07.2020 - 4:08 PM

Iris Rakoff

Dear Barbara, Larry, David and family Thinking of Reeve and the many memories Sol and I shared with you all. May your memories give you comfort and strength during this difficult time. My sincere condolences, Iris

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Posted on 19.07.2020 - 1:13 PM

Ruth and Bernie

Our condolences on the loss of your father

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