Riva Finkelstein

Riva Finkelstein, beloved daughter of the late Bluma and Joseph Miller. Loving wife of 63 years of the late Aaron. Mother of Gita (Dr. Gerald Keller) and Dr. Syd Finkelstein. Cherished Bubby to Barbara (Stacey Albom), Jeff, Jonathan (Lisa Azoory-Keller). Great bubby to Mitchell, Ryan, Joshua, Joey, Sammi, Kira, Maya and Nathaniel. A survivor of the Holocaust born in Lithuania; her legacy was her beautiful family.

Memorial donations may be made to Beit Halochem Canada, Aid To Disabled Veterans of Israel 905-695-0611.

Date of Death: Wednesday, May 19, 2021

Yahrzeit Day: 9 Sivan

Date of Funeral: Friday, May 21, 2021

Memorial Service Location: Burial in Montreal

Burial Service Location: Burial in Montreal

Shiva Details: Private Shiva

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Posted on 20.05.2021 - 11:33 AM

The Kroach Family

Dear Gita, Gerald, Barbara, Stacey and Family, We were so saddened to hear about the loss of Bubby Riva. She and Zaidy Aaron are together once again. She was a beautiful and warm woman. Thinking of you all and wishing you strength.

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Posted on 20.05.2021 - 2:47 PM

Helen and family

Barb and family, so sorry for your loss.

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Posted on 20.05.2021 - 4:24 PM

Lisa Scherer

Barb, my deepest condolences to you and your entire family. May you find comfort in the memories.

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Posted on 21.05.2021 - 9:23 AM

Sasson Azoory

Dear Gita & Gerald My deep condolences for your loss, I hope that reflecting on the wonderful memories that you and Riva shared will help you to see light again. My deepest sympathies for your loss. Sam Azoory

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Posted on 21.05.2021 - 10:46 AM

Jeffery Keller

Grandchildren and great grandchildren are truly blessed and will never forget their beloved Riva. Our thoughts are forever with you. Joey, Sammi and Jeffery Keller

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Posted on 21.05.2021 - 11:15 AM

Michele and Leon Rawa

Dear Barb, Stacey and Family, Our deepest condolences to the entire family. May you always cherish the beautiful memories you have.

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Posted on 21.05.2021 - 5:03 PM

Joel Perelmutter

Dear Gita, Gerald, Barb, Stacey and family, Jeff and family, Jon and family, I'm truly saddened by your loss. I have many fond memories of all the good times and celebrations we spent together over thankfully many years. Your parents, Gita were wonderful, loving and kind people. Your mother was a true survivor in every sense of the word. My thoughts are with you all.

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Posted on 21.05.2021 - 8:13 PM

Andrea & Eric Notkin

Our sincere condolences to the entire family. May her memory be a blessing.

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Posted on 01.06.2021 - 8:34 PM

donna cohen

Dear Gita, We were so sorry to hear of the death of your mom, Riva. Sending you our sincere condolences on her loss. Love, Donna and Lorne

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Posted on 03.06.2021 - 4:42 PM

Pauline Zoldan

Dear Finkelstein Family, On behalf of the Board of Directors and professional team of the Montreal Holocaust Museum, please accept our sincere condolences on the passing of your dear mother, Riva Finkelstein z"l. May you find peace and comfort in the memories of her life and may her memory always be a blessing. Richard Schnurbach, President Daniel Amar, Executive Director

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