Obituaries

BERTRAM DONALD AARON

WILLIAMSBURG—Bertram Donald Aaron died peacefully within spitting distance of 100 years on December 31, 2021 with close family by his side.

The Daily Press “Citizen of the Year” at age 97, Bert was a visionary, public citizen, entrepreneur, and philanthropist. It has been said that he was a man of a million ideas and acted on every one of them.

Born in 1922 in Newport News, Bert was the eldest son of Harry and Lillian Aaron. His father was the owner of the famous La Vogue Shoppe and his grandfather the American Fashion Shop. He grew up learning merchandizing and customer service from the dinner conversations between his parents and grandparents. “The Most Priceless Ingredient in Business is a Good Name” hung over the entrance to the La Vogue Shoppe—a motto that ensured Harry’s success and that of his children.

Bert began his own successful business in Los Angeles, then New York, and retired to Williamsburg in 1990. A voracious reader of science fiction, he built his first radio at age 9, attained his Amateur Radio License at 17, and as a Cadet at VPI organized the very first Signal Unit for the Corps of Cadets. He attained the rank of Captain in the US Army in the Pacific theater during World War II, eventually leading to positions as Aeronautical Research Scientist at NACA (now NASA) and then as an engineer for the US Army Signal Corps where he received the Commanders Medal for his service to national defense. Leaving the Signal Corp, he began his career as an entrepreneur in applications sales for devices in electronics, medicine, computing, and optics.

Bert held professional engineer certificates from Virginia, Pennsylvania, and New York, with senior membership in the Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers where he served on the board of the Microwave Theory and Techniques Society, as well as chair of the Los Angeles and Long Island, N.Y. chapters. He remained very active in professional societies for the electronics industry and national defense, including as president of the Hampton Roads Chapter of the Society for Electronic Defense.

Having lost two wives to breast cancer, Bert organized and chaired the first Virginia Breast Cancer Foundation Symposium on state-of-the-art medicine for breast cancer diagnosis and treatment. He initiated the Kiwanis Polo Cup, and served on the Kiwanis Board.

His passion and support for the performing arts—particularly in Tidewater Virginia—could be seen through his work organizing and helping to maintain the Greater Williamsburg Virginia Symphony Society after the Symphony were about to cease local operations for lack of an audience. In addition to serving 25 years on the board of the Symphony, he also served as chair of the Williamsburg James City Arts Commission.

When the requirement arose for a tenured Chair of Jewish Studies at Christopher Newport University, Bert gave the lead gift. Endowed programs for the Cleveland Clinic, Virginia Symphony, and Hillel at Virginia Tech bear his name.

A lover of travel, he and family covered every continent except Antarctica. Bert was a member of Rodef Sholem Congregation in Newport News, as well as Temple Beth-El of Williamsburg.

Bert was predeceased by his first wife Marcia Kurke, second wife Judith Heilbraun, and brother Leonard Aaron. He is survived by his loving wife Gladys Aaron, daughters Dr. Cynthia Aaron and Jill Aaron MacPherson (Donald), son Dr. Harry Aaron (Joan), and grandchildren Caleigh, Sarah, and David. Bert is also survived by a cherished extended family including brother Cyril Aaron (Patti), nieces and nephews Hugh Aaron (Laura), Debra Aaron (Bonnie), Rabbi Scott Aaron (Donni), and Jennifer Katz (Larry), as well as step-children Jeffrey Heilbraun, Harris Cohen (Karen), Brad Cohen, Stuart Cohen (Lisa), and their children.

Due to current conditions, a private graveside service was held and a Celebration of Life gathering will be announced at a later date.

Contributions may be given to the Virginia Symphony Society and/or the Bertram & Gladys Aaron Professorship at Christopher Newport University.

DEBBIE KANTOR BROOKS

OREGON—Debbie Kantor Brooks passed away at home in Oregon on December 30, 2021.

Debbie was born on April 21, 1956 in Harlingen, Texas to Barry and Reatha Kantor and lived most of her life in the Hampton Roads area. She graduated from the University of South Carolina and enjoyed many careers through the years, including serving as a probation officer with the Virginia Department of Probation and Parole. Debbie was devoted to her four children, Bryan (Brooke), Chad, Paige and Dori.

Debbie is survived by her loving parents, her children, her brother David, grandchildren, many uncles, aunts, cousins and nephews, who will all cherish her memory.

A graveside service was held at Forest Lawn Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Congregation Beth El, the Parkinson’s Foundation, or charity of donor’s choice. H.D. Oliver.

MARY CASEY CANTIN

OHIO—Mary Casey Cantin passed away at home in Ohio on January 1, 2022.

Mary was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on November 28, 1927. She is preceded in death by her loving husband, Dr. Ira Marshall Cantin, her mother Laura Corliss Casey, and father, James Casey.

Mary attended Mount St. Joseph College and graduated from Hahnemann University Hospital as a registered nurse.

While working at Columbia Presbyterian Hospital in New York, she met the love of her life, Ira who was completing his orthopedic residency. The couple wed in 1958. Together they had three children, Jane Cantin of Norfolk Virginia, Nancy Burton of Columbus, Ohio and Ira Marshall Cantin, Jr. of Virginia Beach, and three grandchildren, Laura Cantin, and Madeline and McKenzie Burton.

Ira and Mary spent 57 years together raising their family and lots of dogs. The couple loved to travel by boat, plane, and restored vintage automobiles. While Mary was not a native Virginian, she grew to love the area and living in Norfolk as long as Ira was by her side.

A graveside funeral service was held at Forest Lawn Cemetery. Contributions in her memory to Ohef Sholom Temple or a charity of your choice. Online condolences may be sent to the family at hdoliver. com.

BRENDA DOLSEY

SUFFOLK—It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Brenda Dolsey of Suffolk, Virginia, who passed away on December 5, 2021, at the age of 81, leaving to mourn family and friends.

She was predeceased by her parents, James David Jolly and Georgia Irene Lewis Jolly; the father of her children Johnny Anderson; her husbands, Frankie Carter and Yale Dolsey; and her son, Michael Anderson.

She is survived by: her daughter Michelle Johnson (Jim) of Chesapeake; and her cousin Gayle Fowler of Mullins. She is also survived by several stepchildren, step-grandchildren, and step-great-grandchildren, as well as many other cousins and friends.

LEONARD DAVID FRIERMAN

VIRGINIA BEACH—Leonard David Frierman, 85, passed away on December 20, 2021 in Virginia Beach.

Left to cherish his memory are his loving wife of 50 years, Margaret (Peggy) Frierman; brother Michael Frierman of Lakeland, Florida; daughter Anne Sewell (Henry) of Atlanta, Georgia; son Jon Frierman of Orlando, Florida; daughter Molly Jolly (Berk) of Virginia Beach; son Curtis Frierman (Christina) of Virginia Beach; brother-in-law Alfred Lozito of Virginia Beach; 9 grandchildren; and beloved dog Mocha.

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LANI FRIEDMAN

VIRGINIA BEACH—Lani Friedman, sister of Jonathan (and Michal) Friedman; daughter of Sheila and Stephen Jay Friedman; and mother of Brian and Brandon passed away.

Funeral services took place graveside at Forest Lawn Cemetery, Norfolk.

ETHEL POLLOCK GOLDMAN

VIRGINIA BEACH—Ethel Goldman, 94, died December 8, 2021.

She was predeceased by her loving husband Bernard Goldman. They enjoyed 49 wonderful years together.

A native of Norfolk, Mrs. Goldman graduated from Maury High School and The College of William and Mary.

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Following her love of English and History she was a wonderful teacher for many years. In her later years she found joy in tutoring elementary students through BEAR and other reading programs.

Mrs. Goldman was a member of Temple Israel since its inception. She was active in the Sisterhood and multiple fundraisers. She volunteered for Habitat For Humanity and the Beth Sholom Auxiliary. Her loves in her retirement years were her Stock Club activities and her Book Club meetings.

She is survived by her son Harry (Iris) Goldman of Gaithersburg, Maryland; her daughter Celia (Jay) Friedman of Virginia Beach; and her son Charles (Wendy) Goldman of Norfolk. Also to cherish her memory were her grandchildren Wendy (Jeremy) Stoller of Bloomfield Hills, Michigan; Kari (Mitchell) Rotenberg of Los Angeles, California; and Becky Goldman, of Gaithersburg. She is also loved by her great grandchildren Sloane Stoller, Dylan Stoller and Aden Rotenberg.

A graveside service was conducted at Forest Lawn Cemetery by Rabbi Michael Panitz.

Donations may be made to Temple Israel, Beth Sholom Home or a charity of your choice. Online condolences may be offered to the family at hdoliver.com.

FREIDA LESSER GOLDSTEIN

VIRGINIA BEACH—Freida Lesser Goldstein, 91, passed away on Saturday, December 18, 2021 at Beth Sholom Village.

A lifelong resident of Norfolk, Virginia, she was the daughter of the late Jennie and Morris Lesser. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 47 years, Sylvan Goldstein.

Mrs. Goldstein was a graduate of Maury High School, the Norfolk Division of the College of William and Mary, and was an active long-time member of Congregation Beth El and its Sisterhood, as well as Hadassah and Brith Sholom Center. She retired from a long career working for the federal government in the Immigration and Naturalization Service. Mrs. Goldstein was an accomplished artist and her art brought her joy for many decades.

Left to cherish her memory are her two daughters, Rosanne Goldstein of Norfolk and Jennifer Goldstein of Seattle, Washington; her sister, Esther Stark; and six nieces and nephews.

The family wishes to express their sincere appreciation for the support of Jewish Family Service and for the dedicated and loving care Mrs. Goldstein received at Beth Sholom Village.

A graveside funeral service was conducted at Forest Lawn Cemetery. Rabbi Adam Ruditsky from Beth Sholom Village officiated, accompanied by Cantor Wendi Fried and Rabbi Emeritus Arthur Ruberg of Congregation Beth El. Memorial contributions may be made to Congregation Beth El, Beth Sholom Village, or to The Breast Cancer Research Foundation (bcrf.org). H. D. Oliver Funeral Apts. Online condolences may be sent to the family through hdoliver.com.

NANCY KANE JENNINGS

NORFOLK—Nancy Kane Jennings, who devoted her life to her children, grandchildren, great grandchildren, and enough pets to open a small zoo, passed away December 17, surrounded by family in Norfolk, Virginia. She was 90 years old.

Born July 22, 1931, in Fall River, Massachusetts, Nancy was the oldest of Ralph and Betty Kane’s three children. The family moved to Norfolk where Nancy quickly became a socialite. The niece of well-known health food author, Jane Kinderlehrer, Nancy became keenly interested in nutrition herself. She worked several years for GNC and Health Food Center before opening her own store, A to Zinc, on Colonial Avenue in Ghent. For years, Nancy enjoyed providing the community with vitamins and other health needs especially Vitamin C, as this was

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continued from page 35 her cure-all, from a runny nose to a broken arm. She spent her later years volunteering with local organizations and caring for her grandchildren and great grandchildren, who were truly the light of her life.

Nancy is survived by her daughters, Sari Velasco (Rick) and Lori Malloy, also her sister Sue Cohen (widow of Harry) and brother Peter Kane (Claudia); granddaughters Cassie Walt (Matt), Kirby Lefkowitz (Adam), and grandson Justin Velasco (Kelsey); great grandchildren Shane and Jack Lefkowitz, and Wyatt Walt with a second Walt son due soon; plus, numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins who will always remember Nancy’s whimsical nature and warming presence.

Funeral services were graveside at Forest Lawn Cemetery. Donations in memory of Nancy Kane Jennings can be made to the Giant Hearts Giant Dog Rescue (giantheartsdogrescue.com) or Spike’s K9 Fund (spikesk9fund.org).

IRENE KATZ JANOW

VIRGINIA BEACH—Irene Katz Janow, 97, died peacefully in her home on January 13, 2022.

She was born in Rokiskis, Lithuania on August 21, 1924, and with her entire family immigrated to the United States in 1939 where her family became a part of the community in Portsmouth, Virginia.

Irene met her future husband of 63 years, Carl, at dance in Newport News and they were married shortly afterwards at B’nai Israel in Norfolk. Carl and Irene moved to the suburbs of Washington, DC where they raised their two daughters, Marcia and Leora. Irene quickly became a self-taught scholar of the political environment and would hold her own in any political conversation. Irene and Carl were very active in their synagogue and Jewish causes. Shortly after retirement, they moved to Virginia Beach to be near family and became members of Congregation Beth El where they would attend every Saturday.

There are many words to describe Irene with the best one being family. She enjoyed her family visits, babysitting opportunities, and phone calls from her grandchildren. She was fun to have on a vacation. Irene had a strong personality and would say what was on her mind in a fair and understanding way. When she gave advice, she was always considerate of how it would affect those who were doing the asking. She was a champion at baking mandel bread. Irene was always known as “favorite aunt” and her song You are my sunshine, my only sunshine.

Irene is preceded in death by her parents, Esther and Aaron Katz, her husband, Carl, brothers, Bernard Katz, Sol Katz, and Herbert Katz and brother-in-law, Harry Sterling.

Left to remember her by are her daughters, Marcia Kay (Bruce), Leora Drory (Nathan); her Grandchildren, Jennifer Kay Michael Newman), Sara MacLellan (Brandon), Esty Gruen (Noach), Danit Drory, Aaron Drory; and her 2 much adored great grandchildren, Yaakcov Moshe,and Miriam; Irene’s sister, Helen Sterling; sister-in-laws, Judy Katz, Zipora Katz; and many nieces and nephews. Irene was a wonderful wife and mother who enjoyed spending time with family and friends.

A private funeral was held by her children and family. Donations to 2Unstoppable (2Unstoppable.org). H. D. Oliver Funeral Apts.

ROBERT JOSEPH LEVY

HARRISBURG, PENNSYLVANIA—Robert Joseph Levy, 68, of Harrisburg, Pa., died from esophageal cancer, complicated by Covid-19, on Saturday, January 1, 2022.

The son of Maurice and Sylvia Levy, he was born in Boston, Mass. on September 2, 1953.

After graduating from Susquehanna Township High School in 1971, he then continued his education first at Harrisburg Community College and then finished his bachelor’s degree in Arts at Franconia College, NH.

He started his career path with the Associated Press as a photographer for the Patriot News. His work at AP nominated him for a Pulitzer Prize. He worked until he retired at the PA Department of Revenue as a media specialist/photographer.

Bob loved music of many genres and he was an attendee at Woodstock in 1969. He was such a loyal fan of Formula One Auto Racing that he built car models as his hobby. He loved nature and would either take long drives in the mountains or go hiking on his motorcycle or bicycle.

Bob was loved by so many longtime friends. He was very kind, compassionate, and witty, and had a good creative sense of humor. In other words, he made friends easily.

He is survived by his sister, Ellen (Norman) Cohen, his granddaughter Grace Peterson, nephews and cousins. His parents, sister Harriet Bowser, and son Seth Reckert preceded him in death.

Graveside services were held at Beth El Cemetery.

Memorial contributions to the Humane Society of Harrisburg Area, Inc., 7790 Grayson Road, Harrisburg, PA 17111.

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JEFFREY LOEB

VIRGINIA BEACH—Jeffrey Steven Loeb, 76, passed away on Wednesday, January 12, 2022.

He was born in Jamaica (Queens), New York and was raised in Wantagh, Long Island, New York. While attending MacArthur High School, he met the love of his life, Shelley Hochstadt.

One week after Jeff graduated from Penn State University with a business degree, he married Shelley. Jeff had done an internship with Ernst & Ernst, and after passing his CPA exam, he began working for the firm. While working long hours as a public accountant, Jeff served as president of the New York State Society of Certified Public Accountants. In 1978, Jeff was hired as corporate comptroller of Circuit City Stores in Richmond, Virginia. After six years, Jeff decided to open his own business, with a partner. Together, they opened Bestway Rent-To-Own, and grew the business to 19 locations. Next, they opened Rent & Roll Wheels and Tires, from which Jeff retired.

Jeff was a founding member and sat on the board of Hearts and Homes, a not-for-profit organization which opened homes for adults with mental and physical disabilities. He was extremely philanthropic and made generous contributions to many charities, especially The Alzheimer’s Association. His father died with complications from Alzheimer’s disease, and Jeff always believed he would suffer from the same terrible illness. Jeff had a “Bucket List” of places he wanted to travel with his wife, Shelley. First on the list was Australia and New Zealand, followed by a four-week safari in Africa. The couple traveled to six continents and 54 countries together. Jeff loved taking beautiful photos of all the places they visited. Jeff and Shelley also enjoyed taking their children and grandchildren on vacation.

Jeff was predeceased by his parents, Thelma and Edward Loeb. Left to grieve for Jeff are his beloved wife, Shelley Loeb; his sons, Michael Loeb and Jason Loeb (Emily); and three grandchildren, Jessica Loeb, Zachary Loeb, and Jacob Loeb; his sister, Sherry Schwartz (Stephen); his brother, Brian Loeb (Kathy), brother-inlaw, Ira Hochstadt (Lynne); close cousin, Stuart Kaplan (Debra); nephews, nieces, and many close friends.

A memorial service will be held at a later date due to the spread of the Omicron virus. H. D. Oliver Funeral Apts. Online condolences may be sent to the family through www.hdoliver.com.

FRANCES L. MILLER

CHESAPEAKE—Frances L. Miller, age 68, of Chesapeake, Virginia, passed away on Friday, December 3, 2021.

Frances was born March 3, 1953 in Virginia.

A graveside service was held at Woodlawn Memorial Gardens in Norfolk.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.woodlawnnorfolk.com for the Miller family.

S. NEIL MORRISON

VIRGINIA BEACH—Dr. Sanford Neil Morrison, 62, passed away unexpectedly on January 6, 2022 at his home in Virginia Beach.

He was born in Richmond, Virginia, and was the son of the late Dr. Melvin and Carole Morrison.

Dr. Neil was a multi-sport athlete at the College of William and Mary, and he completed his DDS at Eastern Virginia Medical School and his surgical residency at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York. He was an established and widely respected Oral

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and Maxillofacial surgeon, practicing in Norfolk, Virginia Beach, and Chesapeake, Virginia. Dr. Neil was also a skilled mathematician and entrepreneur. He was an avid baseball fan, and enjoyed many hobbies, including philately (stamp collecting) and numismatics.

First and foremost, Dr. Neil was a family man who loved his family and was deeply loved by them. His generosity and charitable nature extended not only to his friends and family, but to all who knew him. He was a longtime dedicated member of both Temple Israel and Temple Emanuel and a man of deep faith.

Dr. Neil is survived by his loving wife Stephanie, sons Matthew and Clayton, sister Cindy, brother Warren and his wife Linda, father-in-law Stanley Cohen, brother-in-law Robert Cohen and his wife Robin, nieces Samantha and Alexandra, and nephew Caleb. He was also predeceased by his mother-in-law Beatrice Cohen with whom he was very close. His family unit was small and mighty. He was blessed with many close friends, who will all miss him dearly.

A graveside service was held at Forest Lawn Cemetery conducted by Rabbi Michael Panitz. H.D. Oliver Funeral Apts. Online condolences may be made to the family at hdoliver.com.

SELMA MOSKOWITZ

SUN CITY WEST, ARIZONA—Selma G. Moskowitz, age 89, of Sun City West, Arizona passed away on Saturday, January1, 2022.

Selma was born October 4, 1932 in New York, New York.

A graveside service for Selma was held at Sunland Memorial Park–Prayer II in Sun City, Arizona.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.sunlandmemorial.com for the Moskowitz family.

YALE NESSON

NORFOLK—Yale Nesson passed away on January 11, 2022 at the age of 93.

He was the best person in the world and is now in heaven with his daughter, Melissa.

Left to cherish his memory is the love of his life, Sandra Nesson, who he met at 15 and married at 18. They were married for 69 happy years. He is remembered by his wonderful daughter, Denise and her husband, Bobby Goldwasser; Grandchildren, Jayme (husband, Jason), Lindsey (husband, Chris), Jenna Lipkin, and Barrett Lipkin. Also, great grandchildren, Madyson, Taylor and Cooper; and his devoted brother-in-law, Fred Sukoff; and many nieces and nephews.

Yale was an honest hard-working man. His business, Nesson Meats, will always be his legacy. He grew up in a time where a handshake was sincere and no contracts ever needed. Being around family, the people he loved, smoking cigars, and telling jokes were his favorite times. He retired at 62 to enjoy playing golf, tennis, and pool, as well.

A graveside funeral service was conducted in Forest Lawn Cemetery with Rabbi Michael Panitz officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to Temple Israel, CHKD, or The March of Dimes. H. D. Oliver Funeral Apts. Online condolences may be sent to the family through www.hdoliver.com.

LOUIS JOSEPH “LJ” RICHMAN JR.

NEWPORT NEWS—Louis Joseph (“LJ”) Richman, Jr., peacefully passed away at home on November 3, 2021, at the age of 91. His death was much as he lived—with “no complaints,” a focus on family and an appreciation for his life.

LJ was a lifelong resident of Newport News. He was always the youngest kid in the class—he started kindergarten a year early and went to college at age 16, where he was classmates with military veterans in their 20s and 30s who were returning from World War II. He was a graduate from Newport News High School in 1946, earned a B.A. in psychology from University of Virginia in 1950, and graduated UVa School of Law in 1955. At UVa, he was a member of the Phi Epsilon Phi Fraternity, business manager of the college newspaper, and associate business manager of the VA Law Review. After a stint in the U.S. Army, stationed at Ft. Eustis as the assistant to the Bird Colonel, he received his Master’s Degree in Tax Law from New York University School of Law in 1959.

A member of the Virginia State Bar and Bar Association for more than 50 years, most of LJ’s legal career was in private practice with a focus in tax law in downtown Newport News. He had thousands of diverse clients and tried many civil and criminal cases, including at the Virginia Supreme Court.

Debbie Williams was his trusted legal assistant for more than 35 years, and Bobby, his son who is a lawyer, joined LJ’s practice for three years.

LJ was actively involved in his community and held many leadership roles in the organizations he cared about. He was the fifth president of the Beth Shalom Nursing Home at the same time that he was president of the local American Heart Association; president of the Ft. Eustis Reserve Officers Association; chairman of the Adath Jeshrun synagogue and chairman of the building committee for its new home; member of the Jewish Federation endowment and cemetery committees; captain of a division of the United Way; and an engaged member of the Rotary Club for more than 40 years. He served on the national board of the Travelers Protective Agency (TPA) for a two-year term after being president of the Virginia division.

After retiring from practicing law in 2006, and his own bypass surgery in 1995, LJ joined the advisory board of Mended Hearts at Riverside Hospital and at least once a week volunteered advising families of patients who were having bypass surgeries.

LJ was married to his beloved wife Tzina for more than 57 years and is survived by her and his children Rae (Tomas), Dorothy (Mike), and Bobby (Stacey); and grandchildren Shai, Levi, Yael, Elon, and Ayla. He was pre-deceased by his daughter Sheri. LJ loved to travel and sample cuisine around the world with his family.

LJ was honored with a graveside ceremony at the Hebrew Cemetery by Rabbi Gilah Dror and Rabbi Dorothy Richman. Donations to a charity of choice. Weymouth Funeral Home.

HON. LEONARD SACHS

VIRGINIA BEACH—Judge Leonard Bertram Sachs, “Bert”, 92, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 7, 2022.

He was a beloved, husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, uncle, and friend. He is predeceased by his beloved wife, Sarita R. Sachs, and survived by his three loving children, Jeffry A. Sachs (Lynn Sachs) of Virginia Beach, Jacquelyn S. Furman (Howard Furman) of Needham, Massachusetts, and Amy Sachs (Bruce Kershner) of Gaithersburg, Maryland. He is also survived by his seven beloved grandchildren, Shira Furman (fiancee Michael Lasky), Danielle Smoot (Dr. David Smoot), Micaela Furman, Sara Sachs, Rachel Sachs, Zoe Kershner and Max Kershner (fiancee Stephanie Norman). He was blessed with one great granddaughter, Sadie Brooke Smoot, as well as many loving nephews, nieces, cousins, and many dear friends and colleagues. Bert was predeceased by his sister, Leah Belle Gardner, and his brother-in-law, Dr. Robert Gardner, his sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Cecelia and Gilbert Higger, and his sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Rose and Chiam Wrobel.

Judge Sachs was born in DeLand, Florida to the late Benjamin Sachs and Sara Weiss Sachs. He was raised in Lexington, Va., as his family moved there when he was less than a year old where he attended the Lexington Public School System. Judge Sachs attended the University of Virginia but resigned from his studies in December 1950 to enlist in the U.S. Air Force, where he served for four years, including one year in Korea. In 1955, he returned to UVA to attend The University Law School. Upon finishing his studies in January 1959, Judge Sachs served as Law Clerk to the Honorable Judge Walter Hoffman, the U.S. District Judge in Norfolk, during the implementation of the U.S. Supreme Court mandate to end racial segregation in the local school system. After serving as Law Clerk, Judge Sachs went into private practice until 1980, during which time he represented clients in various types of litigation, including civil and voting rights cases. Judge Sachs was elected Judge of the General District Court of the City of Norfolk in 1980, and in 1985 he was appointed to the Circuit Court of the City of Norfolk until he retired in June 1994. He was known as “the peoples’ judge” and he prided himself

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continued from page 37 on upholding the integrity of the law while treating all people fairly. He lived proudly by the mantra “Justice, Justice You Shall Pursue.”

More than anything, he loved spending time with his beloved wife Sarita Sachs, their children, and their entire families whether they were visiting in Norfolk, Florida, or traveling to see them. Bert had many passions including, but not limited to, traveling, art, history, photography, birds, music, and reading. He was a longtime congregant of Temple Israel in Norfolk and he was very involved in the Anti Defamation League, as well as many other organizations. May his memory be a blessing to all that loved him.

He lived his final years at Beth Sholom Terrace in Virginia Beach, where he was lovingly cared for by all. His family is eternally grateful to the devoted staff at The Terrace.

A funeral service was held graveside at Forest Lawn Cemetery with Rabbi Michael Panitz officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to Temple Israel, Beth Sholom Village, and The Anti Defamation League.

H. D. Oliver Funeral Apts. Online condolences may be offered to the family at hdoliver.com.

MIRIAM “MIMI” K. LONGMAN

LIVINGSTON, NEW JERSEY—Miriam K. Longman, age 100, of Livingston, New Jersey passed away on Saturday, January 8, 2022.

Miriam was born February 5, 1921.

Miriam “Mimi” was the widow of David Longman and the aunt of Jonathan Longman. Miriam “Mimi” and David were long time members of Temple Israel prior to moving out of town many years ago.

Bernheim-Apter-Kreitzman Suburban Funeral Chapel/New Jersey.

CAROLE RUTH SACKS

NORFOLK—Carole Ruth Sacks, 90, of the 1300 block of Debree Avenue in Norfolk, passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 19, 2021 in Norfolk.

Carole was born on July 15, 1931, in Brooklyn, New York, to Louis H. Freedman and Katherine Frank Freedman.

When Carole was four years old, the family moved from Brooklyn to Cedarhurst, Long Island, New York. Then Carole lived with her family, a sister and her mother and father, until she met and married Stanely E. Sacks, then a young lawyer who was practicing law with his father, Herman A. Sacks, a prominent attorney in Norfolk.

Carole attended public schools in Long Island, and after graduation she attended Cornell University in Ithaca, New York, from which she graduated. While at Cornell, Carole was a sorority sister and friend of the late Ruth Bader Ginsburg, who eventually became an Associate Justice of the United States Supreme Court.

She was an outgoing young lady; she was beautiful; she was popular; she was well-liked and had many friends. She was a leader among her host of friends.

She always enjoyed the outdoors, and every summer she would go to Atlantic Beach, New York, where she belonged to one of the popular summer beach clubs. In fact, it was on the beach, in front of her club, where she met her future husband, Stanley. He and a friend were in New York for a wedding for another friend from Virginia, who also had just gone to the beach that day for a few hours.

Stanley and his group were walking along the beach when they met Carole and her group. That resulted in a date where they dined at a beautiful restaurant in New York City, a date that they would remember for the rest of their lives.

That culminated in 13 weekends of Stanley driving to New York to see Carole. A wedding engagement resulted and they were married on July 22, 1953, the beginning of 68 years of marriage. The longest time of separation was a trip to Holland for a tulip festival. Tulips were Carole’s favorite flowers. She led that trip for herself for two weeks with two other girlfriends.

Carole loved Norfolk and the area. She blended in perfectly with Stanley and the many young married couples he knew.

She started her community and charity work, which she continued over the years. She was an accomplished pianist and frequently serenaded family and friends. She loved art museums.

She even made sure that she had both Moderna vaccinations and the booster.

She loved traveling and every summer she and Stanley would vacation in England or Ireland, or another of the European countries.

Also, one of her favorite pastimes was shopping and she was good at it, and at home in the big stores in New York like Bergdorf Goodman and Bloomingdales as well as the stores in Tidewater and neighboring towns. She also loved antiquing. She located and had a favorite store– a dress shop in Elizabeth City, North Carolina, and on many weekends she was inside buying while Stanely waited outside working on legal files in the car.

In the latter years, one of her little habits was that right after breakfast, she would go into the den and into her favorite chair; and most of the time, she took with her a napkin with 3 or 4 chocolate chip cookies. She watched television a large part of the day, watching the news and current events. She also followed and knew all of the political presentations of the various politicians and office holders. She faithfully worked the local polls during elections for years.

Carole loved her children: her son, Andrew, and daughter, Bette Ann. They were the joy of her life. She loved her family in New York: her mother and father and sister, Iris; as well as a number of nieces and nephews. She absolutely adored her 7 grandchildren. Moreover, she was kind to everyone.

Her family and her friends are heartbroken at her loss and will miss her beyond words.

She is survived by her husband of 68 years, Stanley Sacks; her sister, Iris; Iris’ son, Jeffrey, and Iris’ daughter, Debbie; her sister-in-law, Nancy Jacobson, of Norfolk; her son, Andrew Sacks, of Norfolk, and Andrew’s wife, Janice Sacks; her daughter, Bette Ann Albert, of Colorado Springs, Colorado, and Bette Ann’s husband, Dr. James Albert; and her 7 adoring grandchildren: Noah, Stella, Marlena, Vera, Aurora, Brittany (Sanders) and Remy.

A memorial service was held at the Norfolk Chapel of H.D. Oliver Funeral Apartments. Burial was private.

Memorial donations may be made to The United States Holocaust Memorial Museum, of which she was an avid supporter, in Washington, D.C., or to a charity of one’s choice. Online condolences may be shared with the family at www.hdoliver.com.

ILENE SUE STEIN

NORFOLK—Ilene Sue Stein of Norfolk passed away on January 7, 2022 at the age of 72.

She was the sister of Alan (Susan) Stein and Marc Stein.

Altmeyer Funeral Home.

LORRAINE WAGNER

COMMACK, NEW YORK—Lorraine Wagner, 93, of Commack, New York, passed away on January 5, 2022.

Lorraine was born in Brooklyn, N.Y. to Jeanne and Irving Braff on October 14, 1928.

Lorraine is survived by her children Cheryl Wagner of Deerfield Beach, Florida, Bill (Ellen) Wagner of Virginia Beach, and Denise (Rick) Ilukowicz of Levittown, New York, her grandchildren Sathi (Emily) Wagner, Amy (Eliot) Weinstein, Greg (Deanna) Wagner, Ashley (Darren) Badolato, Jessica (Michael) D’Amico, Michael Wagner, Megan Ilukowicz, and great-grandchildren Avi and Daniella Weinstein, Audrina D’Amico, and Hunter Badolato.

Lorraine had a long career as an office manager in a machine shop in Florida, where she was the only woman in the company and worked until she was 85. She enjoyed the theater, dancing, playing tennis, traveling the world, and was an excellent canasta and Mah Jongg player. She was always dressed to the nines and loved chunky jewelry that would weigh down an ordinary woman. As her voicemail said for decades, she is out chasing rainbows and butterflies.

Donations in her memory can be made to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation.