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Cal Shere (below), son of Colleen andMark Shere who graduated this pastsummer from Bar Ilan University with adegree in computer science. Cal got a jobin the Washington D.C. area.

Robbert Calderon and Alizée Malnoë(below), of Normandy, France, on theirmarriage on June 23, 2018. Robbert is theson of Steve and Marlene Calderon andgrandson of Betty Calderon of Indianapolis.Alizée is the daughter of Marie-Christineand Michel Malnoë from Saint-Samson.The bride and groom both have Ph.D.sand will be working as plant biologists inthe Plant Biology Department at UmeåUniversity in Umeå Sweden.

Chuck and Karen Cohen (below,seated center) who shared their story,“Leading by Example”to inspire others to

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granddaughter of Lee and ReubenShevitz on her engagement to IanCeraolo, son of Carla and Paul Ceraoloof Tampa Fla., grandson of RosalieBorselli and Carmel Ceraolo.

Meredith is a Senior Assistant for Policy& Projects for U.S. Senator MaggieHassan (D-NH). Ian is the NewHampshire State Director for the votingrights organization, Let America Vote. AMay 18th wedding is planned.

Sigal Tavel (below), daughter of Avivaand Bob Tavel on her engagement to BenCaley of Australia. Ben’s parents areDavid and the late Bette Caley, who wasthe daughter of Holocaust survivors fromPoland. Sigal and Ben met on KibbutzMaagan Michael when she was in Israeldoing a gap year between high school andcollege. Less than two weeks after theygot engaged Sigal was accepted into IUmedical school. Sigal is a graduate of theHasten Hebrew Academy. Ben is workingas a mechanical engineer, and that’s howhe was able to move here.

Rachel Leigh Kesner (below), daughterof Michael and Karen Kesner ofDeerfield, Ill., and granddaughter ofJosephine “JoBaby” Meyer of Skokie,

“give” from the United Way Blog July 18,2018.“When Chuck moved to Indianapolis,he immediately became involved with the Jewish Community Center (JCC), aUnited Way partner agency that enrichesthe community by perpetuating Jewishtradition and heritage. Chuck’s passionhas always been sustaining Jewish identity,leading him to involvement with theJewish Federation of Greater Indianapolis,Indianapolis Hebrew Congregation andthe Jewish Federations of North America.He’s served in various roles within eachorganization, spanning from BoardMember to President.” (This photo andanother are included at the following link:https://uwci.org/blog-chuck-cohens-story/)

Paige Gottlieb and Kyle Lederer onthe birth of their daughter, Glorie Mila(below). Glorie was born on Aug. 15, 2018.Paige is the daughter of Melanie andOren Gottlieb of Carmel, Ind., and thegranddaughter of the late Gloria and Bob Lutz. Kyle is the son of Joni and JimLederer of Highland Park, Ill.

Meredith Rose Shevitz (below),daughter of Ellen and Richard Shevitz,

(see Mazel Tov, page IN 5)

November 28, 2018 The Jewish Post & Opinion – IN 3

Reprinted from Dec. 8, 2004.

The following is an abridged version ofa wonderful Hanukkah story that takesplace about 60 years ago in New York. Theauthor is now in her mid-60s and living inCalifornia. She tells about her early yearslearning from her grandfather, anOrthodox rabbi who emigrated fromRussia. He diedwhen she was 7.

Not only have I mentioned herbefore but also thebook that includesher story. It is My Grandfather’sBlessings: Stories ofStrength, Refuge,and Belonging, byRachel NaomiRemen, M.D. Thetitle of this story is “Wisdom.” I hope tocapture the essence of it here.

In the first grade, Remen experiencedHanukkah in public school, where theteacher told the class that Hanukkah iswhat Jewish people celebrate instead ofChristmas. The teacher went on todescribe the story of the Maccabees andtheir battle to defend the Jewish peopleand how the oil that was supposed to lastfor only one day lasted for eight. She toldthe class that Hanukkah was about theMiracle of the Light.

Every afternoon after school Remenstayed with her grandfather until hermother finished work and came to takeher home. On this afternoon she told himabout what had happened in school. Sheasked him if he knew the story about thewar. He said he did and responded,“War isa time of darkness. The Hanukkah story isone of many stories about darkness andlight that people have told each other atthis time of year.

“Winter is a time of darkness also,” hetold her.“The nights start earlier and lastlonger, so in the dark, people tell eachother stories about the light to strengthentheir hope. The story of the Maccabees isvery old, but it is not the oldest story aboutdarkness and light.”

Then he took her into his study and lifteda menorah out of a drawer in his desk. Healso took out matches and candles. Ratherthan the little candles that burn down in afew minutes, which she had seen atschool, his menorah, which had belongedto his father in Russia, held large whitecandles that burned all night. Since it wasthe first night of Hanukkah, he handed hera candle and put another one in the menorah.

“The oldest story about darkness and light

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He struck a match and lit the candle shewas holding. He told her to use the flamefrom her candle to light the candle thatwas already in the menorah. Then he tookher candle and placed it in the menorahalso. She looked at the two candles burningand felt a little better.

When the next evening came, theyrepeated the process. This time there weretwo candles in the “great candlestick”that she got to light. The candle lightingcontinued every night for six more nights,with one more candle added each night.On the last night, after all the candleswere lit, the room was filled with light.

Remen told her grandfather how beautifulit was! He agreed and answered,“But God’smenorah is even more beautiful. God’smenorah is made of people, not of candles.”

He noted the puzzled look on Remen’s

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is the story of the beginning of the world,”he told her. He picked up his Bible andstarted reading from the first page.“In theBeginning, darkness was over the watersand the Spirit of God moved in the darknesslike a great wind over the face of the waters.And God said,‘LET THERE BE LIGHT!’”

Then her grandfather said,“This is howthe world begins. Life and all of its blessingsbegin with God’s gift of light.”

In order to show her what it was like “inthe Beginning” to receive the gift of light,he told her that he would be turning outthe lights. Since she was a little scared, hereassured her that he would be with her.Then he turned out the lamps in the study,which had no windows, and it was very dark.

Spinning DreidelAcrylic and ink on canvasBy Rabbi Yitzchok Moully

The dreidle: a symbol ofChanukah that the childrenin ancient times used as adecoy while hiding fromthe Greek solders and studying Torah.Today the dreidle is a Chanukah toybeloved by everyone, that just might spinus to a new perspective on the freedomswe enjoy today.

Adapted from my Nine Dreidles image, Iwanted to convey the sense of movementand spinning with this painting. The NineDreidles are a wonderful piece, but itlacked the energy of a dreidle. Hung on anangle, this dreidle is in its element.

As a child Rabbi Yitzchok Moully’supbringing was off the beaten path.Raised by former hippies, Moully wasexposed to far more color than one wouldexpect in the rigorously OrthodoxChassidic community. Moully’s formaleducation in day schools in Australia andlater at the Rabbinical College of Americadid not include formal art classes but hisinner passion yearned for expression.After dabbling in various forms of art,Moully found an expression for his creativity in the silkscreen process.

Moully’s art contrasts strong Judaic andChassidic images with vibrant bold colorsto create a startling combination which hedescribes as “Chassidic Pop Art”. Moully’sart reveals that the essence of Chassidicthought is far from black and white. Underthe black hat there is a wealth of vibrantcolorful energy waiting to be released.

Moully also teaches art classes and willcome to your city on request. He is thefounder of The Creative Soul and lives inHillside, N.J., together with his wife,Batsheva, and six children. See more of hiswork on his website: moullyart.com AAAA

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this monthly group. To learn more contactDiane Graul [email protected].

Menorah Workshop at HomeDepot with Chabad and PJ Library

Sun., Dec. 2, from 2–4 p.m. Build yourown menorah at Home Depot, 9855 NorthMichigan Road, Carmel, Ind. Snacks anddrinks included. Fun for the whole family.Free of charge! Sponsored by Chabad of Indiana and PJ Library. Contact Avi and Nini Grossbaum at 317-698-6724 or [email protected] or on www.chabadindiana.org.

Chabad Chanukah Celebrationand Dinner

Sun., Dec. 2, 6–8 p.m., at the ChabadCenter for Jewish Life, 2640 West 96thStreet, Carmel. Please join us for anevening of great food, and fun. No chargebut all donations are welcome. PleaseRSVP early, so we can prepare appropri-ately. Contact Avi and Nini Grossbaum at317-698-6724 [email protected] or on www.chabadindiana.org.

Cocktail JudaismMon., Dec. 3 at 7:30 p.m., join Rabbi

Dennis Sasso for Cocktail Judaism, anexplosive mixture of conversation, humor,

and spirits. December’s topic is,“Teach Usto Number Our Days” (Psalm 90): JewishEthics and Healthcare Issues” with LoriMoss, Executive Director of Jewish FamilyServices, and Evan Lubline, CEO ofHooverwood. RSVP to [email protected] (317) 253-3441. We will meet atAnother Broken Egg located at 9435 N.Meridian St. RSVP to Jennifer Hodes,317.253.3441 or [email protected] orwww.bez613.org.

Celebrate Chanukah with theLibby & David Fogle Lunch Bunch

Tues., Dec. 4 from 12–1 p.m., in JCC’sLaikin Auditorium.This is a lunch programfor adults age 60 and older. We will lightthe community chanukiah at 1:00. Join usevery Tuesday and Thursday to socialize,enjoy a nutritious, hot kosher meal, andenjoy special programming. Cost $3.For more information, contact ChristyMorris: [email protected] or 317-259-6822.Sponsored by Jewish Family Services.

Jewish Healing ServicesWed., Dec. 5 at 5:45 p.m., at

Congregation Beth-El Zedeck. A contem-plative and musical Healing Service.Whether you come to attend an eveningminyan, enjoy the chanting, say Kaddish

Chanukah at Gymboree with PJ LibrarySun., Dec. 2, 9:30–10:30 a.m., at

Gymboree, 12524 Gray Rd. Carmel, Ind.Enjoy this fun, active PJ Library event forchildren ages 5 and under! The entire gymfloor will be turned into Chanukah activi-ties, including: gelt hunt, flipping latkes,reading an interactive Chanukah story,making a Chanukah gift, taking a familyphoto in front of a Chanukah backdrop,Gymboree’s signature parachute time. ToRSVP, call Gymboree directly at 317-574-9626. Sponsor: PJ Library. Contact LeahAft 317-715-9264 or [email protected].

Congregation Beth Shalom (CBS)Children’s Chanukah Party

Sun., Dec. 2, 10–11:30 a.m. Learn about the true meaning of Chanukahand party with the CBS Religious School.at Congregation Beth Shalom, 849 W. 96thSt. All children and parents in the broaderJewish Community are invited. For more information, contact Diane [email protected].

Marking Shloshim (30 days) forVictims at Pittsburgh’s Tree ofLife Congregation

Sun., Dec. 2, 10 –11:30 a.m., in theDomont Auditorium of the JFGIEducation Center (formerly BJE) at 6711Hoover Rd. Text study: The Immigrant and Refugee in Jewish Tradition. At theconclusion of the first 30 days of mourning,a Jewish tradition is to study texts in honorof those who died. JCRC has invitedJeremy and Nina Price to lead a session inmemory of the 11 who died in Pittsburgh.That congregation was targeted because oftheir support of HIAS (Hebrew ImmigrantAid Society) and their work with immi-grants and refugees. By studying Jewishtexts, we learn how Jewish values informour community’s advocacy on behalf ofthose who are forced to flee their homes.Please register at https://goo.gl/wdMpdW

Lights & Latkes Brunch at HooverwoodSun., Dec. 2, 10 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Join us

at 7001 Hoover Rd. for latke making, abrunch buffet, hot cocoa bar & a craft tocelebrate the beginning of Chanukah!Contact Brittany Scheidt at [email protected].

Chai MitzvahSun., Dec. 2, 1:30–2:30 p.m. Our tradi-

tion tells us that a full Jewish life involvesour head, heart, and hands. Chai Mitzvahis a program designed to enhance Jewishengagement. Join the CBS adaptation ofthis international uniquely designed pro-gram. This will be the initial meeting of

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Ill., married Jacob Benjamin Katz, son ofDon Katz and Lori Katz (all of Carmel,Ind.), and grandson of Larry and ArleneWeinberg. The wedding took place Oct.7th at North Suburban Synagogue Beth Elin Highland Park, with Rabbi VernonKurtz and Cantor Benjamin Tisserpresiding. The Best Man was AlanMordoh and the Maid of Honor wasJenna Guzaldo.

Groomsmen were Matt Noland, GavinRourke, Mitchell Woodward, JasonKesner, Sammy Katz, Joey Kesner, andJeff Kahn. Bridesmaids were ShaynaWeisberg, Haley Katz, Erin Levy,Mackenzie Kesner, Mia Weisberg,Sophia Weisberg, Kim Kesner, LeahSiegel, and Zoie Weisberg.

The couple met in Bloomington, Ind.,and will reside in Indianapolis. The groomis General Manager, Gorilla Plastic andRubber Group and the bride is ProgramDirector, Jewish Family Services Indianapolis.(Photo by Rick Aguilar Studios.)

Hannah Farahan, daughter of Davidand Vika Farahan and granddaughter ofSophia and Vladimir Ilyin, and AriPerklov, son of Mark and ChantalPerklov of Haifa on their marriage Oct.8th at the Chabad Center for Jewish Lifein Carmel. Rabbi Avi Grossbaum offici-ated and catering was by Dina Hasten.

Stacey and Charlie Bunes (right, in1993) on their 25th wedding anniversary,Oct. 10, 2018 – and Stacey’s birthday on

Daniel and Sarah Kuperstein (below)of Hoboken, N.J., on the birth of theirdaughter, Chloe, on Oct. 30, 2018.Paternal grandparents are Isaiah andElana Kuperstein of Indianapolis andmaternal grandparents are Charlie andJacqueline Kaufman of New York City.Chloe has an older sister, Odelia, whowas born in 2016.

Al Mordoh on his 98th birthday onNov. 3rd.

Oct. 9, and Charlie’s upcoming 60th birthday on Dec. 14th.

The Elementary Volleyball Team(right) of the Hasten Hebrew Academy ofIndianapolis are the Independent SchoolsLeague 2018 champions.

Ken Krueger (below) on being awardedThe Meritorious Service Award from theIndiana Podiatric Medical Association onOct. 20th for his work within the profes-sion, as well as outside the profession suchas his work with Special Olympics.

DeAnn and Marty Silverman (oval,right) on being honored at B’nai Torah’sannual dinner Oct. 28th with theCommunity Service Award for theirextensive participation at the shul and thelarger Jewish community especially theChevra Kadisha. Keisari’s catering provideda scrumptious dinner for the event.

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Dovid Grossbaum (below), son ofRabbi Avrohom and Nini Grossbaum,on his marriage to Chana Vogel, daughterof Rabbi Yosef and Rivkie Vogel ofLondon on Nov. 8, 2018 in Brooklyn.Grandparents are Rabbi and Mrs. FaivishVogel, Rabbi and Mrs. Yosef Y. Hecht,Mrs. Rochel Pinson and Rabbi and Mrs.Betzalel Rotter.

Margy and Miles Kerr-Jarett on thebirth of their son in Israel. Grandparentsare Robert (Dr. Bob) Stoner and RuthStoner, and Geogina Rice and GeneRice of Boca Raton, Fla.; great-grand-mother is Mrs. Joan Stoner.

Leibel (Lee) and Blimi KleinmanGoldfarb on the birth of their son in Israel.Paternal grandparents are Ms. MarshaWeiner Goldfarb and Mr. and Mrs. BenGoldfarb, and great-grandmother Mrs.Shirley Goldfarb of Indianapolis. Maternalgrandparents are Mr. and Mrs. Meir andSuri Kleinman and great-grandmotherSarah Kleinman of Brooklyn.

Professor Yaron Ayalon has appointedas the director of the Yaschik/ArnoldJewish Studies Program and associateprofessor of Jewish studies at The Collegeof Charleston (S.C.), effec-tive July 1, 2019. A nativeof Princeton, New Jersey,who was raised in Israeland the United States,Ayalon holds degrees fromTel Aviv University (B.A.)and Princeton University (M.A., Ph.D.)His current position is with the HistoryDepartment at Ball State University inMuncie, Ind., and associate director of theJewish Studies Program. Prior to that,Ayalon taught at Emory University (2011-13)and the University of Oklahoma (2009-11).He and his wife, Keren, are excited to bemoving to Charleston in June. AAAA


In my last column (IN-8/22/18), I wroteabout the special times we are living in.That almost all of the nations of the worldare trying hard to live in peace with eachother and end war. How atomic bombs arebeing dismantled, and the uranium isbeing used to produce electricity. Here we are beginning to see the fulfillment ofprophecies of the true and completeredemption: that in the end of days a timewill come when there will be no more war.This period, the end of days, is also referredto as the days of the Moshiach (Messiah).

Another prophecy is that in this periodthe world will be full of the knowledge ofG-d. We can see now that this prophecy isalso beginning to be fulfilled. When I wasgrowing up 60 years ago communism wasvery strong. One of the super powers ofthe world was communist, and they weretrying very hard to conquer the entireworld. Even here in America communismhad some popularity, and many collegesand universities had communist youthgroups. Communism opposed belief in G-d and religion, calling it the opium ofthe masses. Teaching belief in G-d was amajor crime.Those who lived in the SovietUnion had the choice: forget about religion and belief in G-d, or live in constant fear of the secret police.

In Israel there was a similar situation.Thegovernment at that time was leftist andanti-religious.They fought against belief inG-d and religion. In America the situationwas not much better. Instead of worship-ping G-d, many people worshipped thedollar, and all of the physical pleasuresthat the dollar could buy. People advisedme that since I have a good head I shouldlearn a good profession. Then I would beable to earn a lot of dollars. Then I couldbuy myself a beautiful house and a fancycar. This was my “religion”.

Even science was weakening belief in G-d.For thousands of years we understoodthat there is a Higher Power that createdus and is giving us life. But two hundredyears ago science came up with differentideas. According to the theory of evolution,life just came about by accident. If so, thenthere is no need to believe.

The results? My siblings and I like manymillions grew up with little or no belief inG-d. However, when I turned 17, thingsbegan to change. In June, 1967, the worldheld its breath. Israel was at war, and wasvastly outnumbered. Then G-d showed usamazing miracles. In only 6 days Israel

BY RABBI BENZION COHEN B.H.

Chassidic Rabbi

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(see Benzion, page IN 13)

overcame all of her enemies! Since thenwe have seen many, many miracles, largeand small. During the gulf war in 1991Iraq fired around 70 scud missiles at Israel.Some of these missiles were shot down,but many struck cities here in Israel,destroying and damaging hundreds ofhouses and apartments. Miraculously, noteven one person was killed!

In 1976 Israel held elections, and theparties who opposed belief in G-d lost. Nowthe government of Israel is not fightingbelief in G-d. In 1990 communism almostcompletely died a sudden peaceful death,

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For additional events such as movies,singing club, knitting club, bingo and more,or to RSVP for these listed below, please call Janet at 317-251-8881 or 317-220-5126,unless stated otherwise.

Civic Theatre – Mary PoppinsThurs., Dec. 6, depart JCC at 5:30 p.m.

The jack-of-all-trades, Bert, introduces usto England in 1910 and the troubled Banksfamily. Young Jane and Michael have sentmany a nanny packing before MaryPoppins arrives on their doorstep. Using acombination of magic and common sense,she must teach the family members howto value each other again. Mary Poppinstakes the children on many magical andmemorable adventures, but Jane andMichael aren’t the only ones upon whomshe has a profound effect. Even grown-ups can learn a lesson or two from thenanny who advises,“Anything can happenif you let it.”Suggested donation of $10 fortransportation.

IPL Yuletide Celebration at Hilbert Circle Theatre

Fri. Dec. 7, depart JCC at 1 p.m.Indiana’s best holiday tradition for family’sreturns! Ring in the holidays with JackEverly, Angela Brown, Josh Kaufman andspecial guests as they bring to life themagic of tap dancing Santas, festive carols,and larger-than-life puppetry alongsidethe ISO. $53

Dance Kaleidoscope – Home for the Holidays

Wed., Dec. 12, at 11 a.m. They’re backwith another holiday celebration! Act onewill be the beautifully artistic piece LetThere Be Light (The Story of Hanukkah).Act two will be a fun collection of piecesthat celebrate Christmas festivities andtraditions. Following the performance, wewill have lunch at Serenity. Lunch $20 +suggested donation of $10 for transporta-

Seniors in Place tion for show & lunch.

Lunch at SerenityWed., Dec. 12 at 2 p.m., at 135 S. Main

Street in Zionsville. Janese Trevor, whoplayed for us at our September fundraiser,will perform. Lunch will be favorites fromthe L.S. Ayres Tea Room – Chicken VelvetSoup, Chicken Pot Pie, Health Sandwichand Chocolate Pecan Ice Cream Bell, etc.Lunch $20 + suggested donation of $10for transportation if not attending show.

Holiday Party FundraiserThurs., Dec. 13 at 5 p.m. You won’t

want to miss our holiday party fundraiserand raffle. We’ll start out with a deliciousdinner featuring tasty chicken, salad, veg-etables, rolls and butter, special dessertand coffee or tea, all for only $35. Catererwill be MBP Catering. We have a fantasticprogram planned for you. IndianapolisArts Chorale will perform Sounds of theSeason: Home for the Holidays. TheChorale’s 40+ auditioned singers repre-sent some of the finest talent in the state.There will be fantastic raffle prizes.

Raffle chairperson is Carolyn Lowe.Please contact her at 317-437-0121regarding donations. No transportationprovided. Suggested donation $35.

Classic Movie Club – Big MiracleMon., Dec. 17 at 2 p.m. at Traditions at

North Willow, 1703 W. 86th St. AdamCarlson (John Krasinski), a reporter basedin a small town in northern Alaska, can’twait to land a job in a bigger market.Then,the story of a lifetime practically lands inhis lap: A family of gray whales is discov-ered near the Arctic Circle, trapped by rap-idly forming ice. Along with thedescending media comes Rachel Kramer(Drew Barrymore), an environmentalactivist and Adam’s ex-lover. Together,they try to rally an international coalitionto save the whales before it’s too late.Movie FREE to members. Dinner $8payable that day.

Broadway Across America – The Book of Mormon

Tues., Dec 18, depart JCC at 7 p.m. forClowes Memorial Hall. The Book ofMormon is a musical comedy about twoyoung Mormon missionaries who travel toUganda as they attempt to share theirscriptures with the inhabitants of a remotevillage. $79

New Year’s Eve Dinner Mon., Dec 31 at Bravo, 2658 Lake Circle

Drive. We have had many requests forNew Year’s Eve dinner at Bravo again. Ifyou are interested, call Janet for reserva-tions. Dinner from the menu at yourexpense. AAAA


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Happy Chanukah from theMordoh Family & the Staff

the kids, latkes, and dinner prepared by theCongregation Beth Shalom Brotherhoodat Congregation Beth Shalom, 849 W. 96thSt. All are welcome to join the fun.Shabbat Services: Also, join CBS on the2nd, 3rd and 4th Friday nights at 6:30p.m., followed by an Oneg or Davin &Dine, a community dinner out. Visitbethshalom indy.org for details.

Hasten Hebrew Academy of Indiana-polis Chanukah Campaign Dinner

Sun., Dec. 9 from 7–9 p.m. Contact ToniScott at 317-251-1261 or [email protected]

Bereavement support groupTues., Dec. 11 at 6 p.m., in Room A-17

of the JCC. JFS and Ascension Health andHome invite you to a Jewish bereavementsupport group, co-facilitated by BrendaKenyon LCSW and Paula GlanzmanGoldberg. While everyone processes griefand loss differently, healing is enhanced bysharing with others who have experiencedloss. Together, the group will address thesocial, emotional and spiritual dimensionsof grief from a Jewish perspective.This program is free of charge, and no reg-istration is needed. For more informationplease email Paula at [email protected] Julie at 317-529-5497.

Hadassah Lunch and Learn Wed., Dec. 12, politician Elizabeth

Holtzman, presented by Marion Garmel.Meet at Donato’s at 11:30 a.m., nearThrifty Threads on the southwest side of86th & Ditch. An award winning programthat chronicles the lives of AmericanJewish women who have made a mark onAmerican or world history. For moreinformation contact Phyllis Russell [email protected].

Hadassah Book Club Sun., Dec. 16., at 2 p.m. The English Spy

by Daniel Silva. Hostess Carol Arenstein.Sun., Jan. 20, at 2 p.m., Code Girls by LizaMundy. For more info or to RSVP contactHelaine Herman at [email protected].

CBS Book ClubSun., Jan. 6, 3–4:30 p.m., at

Congregation Beth Shalom, 849 W. 96thSt., CBS Book Club will be discussing TheList, a Novel by Martin Fletcher. Theauthor has captivated television audiencesfor 35 years as a foreign correspondent forNBC News. Now, Fletcher combines hisown family’s history with meticulousresearch in this gripping story of a youngJewish family struggling to stay afloat after World War II. Contact Susan Meyers [email protected] for details.

Tu b’shvat at CBS and with PJ LibraryThurs., Jan. 17, 6:30–8:15 p.m., Tu b’shvat

Seder at Congregation Beth Shalom, 849W. 96th St. All are welcome to participatein this annual event observing man’sextraordinary relationship with trees andall their bounty. Sat., Jan. 19, 9:30–11 a.m.Tu b’shvat for Little Sprouts. Join CBS andthe PJ Library when we celebrate thewonder of trees through crafts, music,games and of course food. Contact MickieGurvis at [email protected] for details.

CBS afternoon programSun., Feb. 17, 2–3:15 p.m. The Indiana

State Police will be conducting a presenta-tion titled “Active Shooter”at CongregationBeth Shalom, 849 W. 96th St. All are welcome to attend this important and informative talk. Please check out the CBS calendar on our websitewww.bethshalomindy.org for additionaldetails and programming.

CST’s 19th Annual Casino Night &Silent Auction

Save the Date! Sat., Feb. 23 at 7:30 p.m.at Congregation Shaarey Tefilla.Visit www.shaareytefilla.org for more information.

Greater Lafayette HolocaustRemembrance Week

Save the dates – from Sat., April 6 toThurs., April 11. AAAA

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for a loved one, or wish healing for othersand yourself, you are welcome! Please RSVPto Rabbi Shelley Goldman at [email protected].

Chabad Chanukah Party at Park Regency

Thurs., Dec. 6 from 6–8 p.m at 8851Colby Blvd. For more info contactAbraham Grossbaum 317.698.6724 [email protected] or on www.chabadindiana.org

NEXTGen Light it Up!Sat., Dec. 8 from 8–11 p.m. Join NEXTGen

and the Jewish community for our annualpremier event! The Speak Easy Downtown,47 S. Meridian St. Sponsor: GershmanPartners. For more info contact MatthewKramer-Morning 317-715-9261 [email protected] or www.facebook.com/jfginextgen. Cost $36 in advance, $45at the door.

CBS Annual ChanukahCelebration and Dinner

Sat., Dec. 8 from 5:30-7:30 p.m., candlelighting, entertainment and activities for


Join us for the lighting of our communitychanukiah (located in Celebration Plaza onthe west side of the Max and Mae SimonJewish Community Campus)! All are welcome any night. Dates, times, andleading organizations as follows:

1st Candle: Sun., Dec. 2 at 5:00 pm –Congregations Beth Shalom withCongregation Shaarey Tefilla

2018 Indianapolis communitychanukiah lighting

On Nov. 5, 2018 the granddaughter (above,right) of JP&O columnists Rabbi BenzionCohen got married in K’far Chabad, Israel.LtoR (right): Father of the bride, EranGindes, Father of the groom YaakovNatanov, Groom, Yisrael Natanov, Bride,Chaya Mushka Gindes, Mother of thegroom, Shoshana Natanov, and Mother ofthe bride Nechama Dina (Cohen) Gindes.

2nd Candle: Mon., Dec. 3 at 5:00 pm –Chabad Center for Jewish Life

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The reopening of the BJE Maurer JewishCommunity Library at the former Bureauof Jewish Education (BJE) took place onOct. 28th. A warm welcome was given toall who came, including a few volunteers.Some of the guests checked out books anda few returned books to be returned to theNora library. There was a lovely receptionof pastry for all those that attended.

Patrons can have books delivered to this branch from any library in theIndianapolis Public Library system andthe broader community can access thislibrary’s extensive collection of Judaicresources. Plans are to have a drop-off boxlocated on site for easy book returns forthe entire IndyPL system. The MaurerLibrary is a member of Association ofJewish Libraries (AJL).

Some highlights of the library’s collec-tion include: Children’s book about Jewishholidays and values; Jewish textual reference books, including Torah, Talmudand rabbinic commentaries; Jewish educa-tional reference books and teacherresource materials; Holocaust books,posters, and videos to inform learner of allages; A collection of books in Yiddish,

including the complete writings by SholomAleichem; and A wide variety of Hebrewbooks, ranging from Hebrew instructionaltexts to modern Hebrew novels.

Library hours are Monday and Thursdayfrom 10 a.m.–2 p.m., and Tuesday from 1–4p.m. The library will be closed on someJewish and secular holidays. For dates, seelibrary calendar at www.jewishindianapolis/library. Marcia Goldstein is the LibraryCoordinator. Phone: 317-614-1837. Email:[email protected].

Below are a few words from the CEO of theIndianapolis Public Library Jackie Nyteswho attended the opening:

Last Sunday, a windy and wet fall day,I had the good fortune to attend theJewish Community Library’s GrandReopening. Located on Hoover Road, onthe north side, and part of the JewishCommunity Center (JCC), it is a very special part of a large and active campus ofactivities of all sorts. For example, my sister-in-law told me she knew of itbecause she plays tennis there everyWednesday night and she is Catholic.While that is neither here nor there, thereopening of any library is a joyousmoment in my mind!

The reopening of this Library is especiallypoignant for a number of reasons. This isa library that was once part of our Shared System and assuch, provided a

convenient library service point to partici-pants in the activities of the BJE and theJCC, and also to the residents of the areawho loved having library service close by.When it dropped out of the SharedSystem and eventually closed completelythere was a real sense of loss. The decisionafter several years to re-open was metwith much joy, and the decision to rejointhe Shared System as well was real confir-mation of the value our partnerships bringto the community.

Once again the neighbors will have theconvenience of a drop off and pick uppoint for materials from our library. Andwe made with this one connection, a hugeimprovement in the diversity of materialseasily available to our patrons. The Libraryincludes nearly 1100 books in Hebrew – Iloved looking at The Very Hungry Caterpillarin translation! But all of their circulatingitems and their reference collection, whichis so rich, are now in our catalog, and thecirculating items can be requested for useby all our patrons. They have a strong collection of materials on the Holocaustand actually circulate trunks of materials forclassroom use on this important subject.

Timing on this reopening was poignantgiven the events in Pittsburgh which are sotragic. The need to find ways to talk about

BJE Maurer JewishCommunity LibraryReopens

Nina Price is Director of Jewish Education Initiatives and is incharge of the Director for Holocaust Education.

(see Library Reopens, page IN 13)


In Solidarity with PittsburghA local communitywide memorial gatheringfor the 11 killed in Pittsburgh’s Tree of LifeSynagogue on Oct. 27th took place Oct.29th at Indianapolis Hebrew Congregation(IHC) (left, Cantor Aviva Marer of IHC opensthe ceremony). Many interfaith partners andcity leaders spoke or were in the audience ofmore than 1,000 who attended. Speakers:Rabbi Brett Krichiver (IHC), Rabbi AvrahamGrossbaum (Chabad Center for JewishLife), Pastor Rob Fuquay (St. Luke’s UnitedMethodist Church), Imam Ahmed Alamine(Indianapolis Muslim Community Associa-tion, Masjid Al-Fajr), Rabbi Dennis Sassoand Cantor Melissa Cohen (CongregationBeth-El Zedeck), Lindsey Mintz (JewishCommunity Relations Council), Indiana Lt.Governor Susanne Crouch, IndianapolisMayor Joe Hogsett, Carmel Mayor JimBrainard, Professor Jeremy Price, andBishop Jennifer Baskerville-Burrows(Episcopal Diocese of Indianapolis). Linksto video of the event:https://www.facebook.com/IndyJCRC/videos/2374476419450941/ or go to JCRC onFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/IndyJCRC/ and scroll down to video. (Photosby Charlie Bunes)

From the JCRC Facebook page: (above, middle) Thank you to Indiana Senator Todd Young for meeting Oct. 31st with represen-tatives of The Indianapolis Jewish Community. We had an excellent conversation about security issues and how we work togetherto confront anti-Semitism. And also (above), thank you to Indianapolis Mayor Joe Hogsett, for the wonderful meeting Oct. 30thwith Indianapolis’s Jewish community and leaders. In a time that is particularly hard for us you have given the Jewish communityhope, strength, and ideas for future collaboration. We look forward to our future work together!


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face and continued: “The story ofHanukkah says that God’s light burns inthe darkness even without oil, and it is so.That is one of the miracles of the light. Butthere is more.

“There is a place in everyone that cancarry the light. God has made us this way.When God says, ‘LET THERE BE LIGHT,’he is speaking to us personally. He istelling us what is possible, how we mightchoose to live.

“But one candle does not do much inthe darkness. God has not only given usthe chance to carry the light, he has madeit possible for us to kindle and strengthenthe light in one another, passing the lightalong. In this way God’s light will shineforever in this world.”

Remen ends the story with her ownconclusion: “After many years I have foundthat often we discover the place in us thatcarries the light only after it has becomedark. Sometimes it is only in the dark thatwe know the value of this place. But thereis a place in everyone that can carry thelight. This is true. My grandfather said so.”

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and now hundreds of millions can safelybelieve in G-d. In fact, now the govern-ments of the former Soviet Union actuallysupport religion, and religious schools and institutions. Belief in G-d is growingstronger every day.

Today even science can be used tostrengthen our belief in G-d. Take forexample DNA, the genetic code.According to recent research, DNA is anamazing combination of at least3,500,000,000 components, all exactlyarranged in a special order! Compare thiswith the 32 volumes of the HebrewEncyclopedia, which altogether have lessthan 100,000,000 letters. If someonewould tell you that even one page of theencyclopedia just happened by accident,you would think that he was crazy. Andwhere is all of the amazing mind bogglinginformation of the genetic code? Inside oftiny, tiny, cells that you can only see with amicroscope! Today, any person who readsthis and is honest with himself cannot saythat life is just an accident.

Yes, we are living in very special times.We look around and see that belief in G-dis getting stronger and stronger. On onehand, this is a result of all of the miraclesthat G-d is showing us. On the otherhand, we also have a hand in this. TheLubavitcher Rebbe has helped me andmany millions to believe in G-d and towork hard to help all of mankind tostrengthen their belief in G-d! It is indeedup to each of us to strengthen our ownbelief in G-d, and to help others tostrengthen their belief in G-d. Until soon,very soon, the whole world will be full ofthe knowledge of G-d.

How do we do this? Go to your localChabad House and learn the secrets of life.

Learn how to recognize all of the smallmiracles that G-d does for each of us everyday. Learn about the true and completeredemption, the days of Moshiach, that weare already beginning to see. If you livenear a Chabad House, offer the Rabbi your assistance. If you don’t have a localChabad House, go to one of the Chabadwebsites and learn. You can become theemissary of the Rebbe in your community,and strengthen belief in G-d and Jewishobservance. It is up to each of us tostrengthen belief in G-d and knowledgeof G-d. Thus we will all help to bringMoshiach now!

Rabbi Benzion Cohen lives in K’farChabad, Isarel. He can be reached by email [email protected]. AAAA

the tragedy with others who are seekingto understand more about the history andpain of anti-Semitism is an importantmoment for our libraries to do what we do best – provide information and insightinto the challenges of our world today.

Knowing that the Jewish CommunityLibrary is back in business and a strongpartner in the work we do is encouragingat this difficult time. We have shared theblog post Carrie Waterson created to helpparents and educators talk with childrenabout the tragedy (it is something weneed more often than I wish) and theircollection can help us increase the com-munity’s knowledge and appreciation ofthe Jewish community and its rich history.We have many partners in the communityat all levels, in addition to the SharedSystem, and our work is better because ofthese partnerships! AAAA

Matthew J. Silver owned and operateda wood furniture business in Broad RippleVillage for over 25 years, and now repairsand restores wood furnishings from hishome workshop in the Meridian Kesslerneighborhood. At his store he designedcustom furnishings to order made by localcraftsmen, and offered solid wood furnish-ings manufactured by U. S. family-ownedbusinesses, many of whom had been inconstant operation for well over 100 years.Although he now specializes in chairrepair – “Legs loose? Back busted? Armsaskew? If this is you, call 911. If thisdescribes your wood chair, call Matthew”–in fact he has brought back to usefulness avariety of wood items for customers in thegreater Indianapolis area, from doors totable supports to bookcases, drawers andcabinets since 1990 (see ad p. IN 12). Hislast storefront was near the Broad Ripplepost office on Carrollton,“just 29 1/2 stepssouth of Broad Ripple Avenue”read all hisads. Each item offered for repair presents achallenge different than the last, and eachis approached with the promise of a betterday. Additionally, Silver has written forThe Jewish Post & Opinion since 2003.Also, his band plays traditional Americanfolk music, performing at Hooverwood,the JCC and at numerous venues aroundcentral Indiana. AAAA

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Four authors with Indiana ties were honored at the 2018 Eugene & MarilynGlick Indiana Authors Award Dinner(back row, L–R) authors Kimberly BrubakerBradley, Rabbi Sandy Eisenberg Sasso, andDeborah E. Kennedy. (front row, L–R) TheIndianapolis Public Library FoundationPresident Roberta Jaggers, author JamesAlexander Thom, and Marianne Glick,director at Eugene & Marilyn Glick FamilyFoundation.

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ObituariesInda Jane Larman Freid Singer, 96,

lifelong resident of Indianapolis, passedaway on Sept. 17, 2018.She was born on July 17,1922, to Pearl and Charles(Elkin) Larman. Inda wasa graduate of ShortridgeHigh School.

Inda was an active com-munity volunteer and enjoyed lending hertime to worthy causes. She was a memberof Indianapolis Hebrew Congregation(IHC), a former vice president of theirSisterhood, a member of Hadassah andNational Council of Jewish Women, a pastpresident of Hooverwood Guild, and shevolunteered at the Eiteljorg Museum andIndianapolis Museum of Art. Inda wasalso an avid golfer and was a 50+ yearmember of Broadmoor Country Club.

Inda was an astute businesswoman.She owned and operated MeridianFurniture for many years. She was awoman of high standards who expectedthe best from all of those around her. Inreturn, you would be the recipient of herfierce loyalty and special praise.

She will be deeply missed by herbeloved family. She is survived by her son,Dr. Michael (Jody) Freid; grandchildren,Chad (Jennifer) Freid, Jeremy (Jenessa)Freid and Amy (Mitch) Freid Ratnow; andgreat-grandchildren, Jasmine, Grayson,Shayla, Beckett and Dunham Freid, andShep, Brock and Devyn Ratnow. She isalso survived by sisters-in-law, Audrey,Joanie, and Jackie Larman, and specialnieces and nephews.

Inda was preceded in death by her parents; brothers, Jack, Herb, Leonard and Stanley Larman; and sister, KalehReinscreiber; as well as husbands, BertFreid and Milton Singer.

Graveside services were held September21st at the IHC Cemetery North. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to IHC, Hooverwood Guild, or

the organization of the donor’s choice.Arrangements entrusted to A.R.N.Funeral & Cremation Services.

Florence L. Leviton, 92, formerly of Indianapolis passed away Sept. 20, 2018in Columbus, Ohio. She was preceded in death by her parents, Albert and MaeHirsch and her husband, Jerome S.Leviton. She is survived by her daughtersAnne E. (Gerald) Einsohn and Linda(Robert Newman) Leviton; sisters JoanRubin and Pat (Leon) Gainsboro, andgrandchildren Jeffrey Einsohn, Sara (Jeff)Thruston, Samuel Newman and EthanNewman. She was a loving grandmother.

Florie was an artist and docent for theIndianapolis Museum of Art, the EiteljorgMuseum, and the Children’s Museum inIndianapolis. She was a big supporter ofIndianapolis Art Center and you could oftenfind her in the printmaking departmentthere. She was a good friend to many andhad a great sense of humor. She loved toentertain; she could whip a dinner togetherfor company and make it look easy. Sheloved to read, play bridge and mah jonggand go to the symphony.

In 2010 she moved to Columbus, Ohioto be near her daughter Linda. She missedher buddies in Indy and kept in touch with them. Graveside services were private. Friends may leave a message ofcondolence for the family by visitingwww.arnmortuary.com.

Jeffrey Charles Savitsky, 73, ofZionsville, passed awaySept. 22, 2018. He wasborn on June 8, 1945, inBrooklyn, to the late Israeland Rose Savitsky. He andhis wife Carole, high schoolsweethearts in Bay Shore,N.Y., recently gathered with family andfriends to celebrate 50 years of marriage.

Jeffrey enjoyed traveling, spending timeon the beach, playing tennis, scuba diving,reading historical novels, watchingmovies, telling bad jokes, and spendingtime with his family. He was known forbeing exceptionally selfless and generous.He loved his grandchildren, who knewhim as “Big Bub.”His family also knew himas “el estante.”

Jeffrey attended Union College inSchenectady, N.Y., where he was a member of Phi Delta Theta fraternity.|He received his Ph.D. in psychology fromVanderbilt University and his J.D. fromIndiana University, and was a Professor ofPsychology at Purdue University, wherehe conducted research and taught classesrelated to clinical psychology and the law.Later, he founded the Institute for PublicSafety Personnel, Inc., in Indianapolis,where he worked with police and fire

departments around the country to developand implement hiring and promotionprocesses.

Jeffrey was active in his support of political candidates and causes related to civil rights and social justice. He servedas president of the Lafayette chapter of the American Civil Liberties Union.

He is survived by his wife of 51 years,Carole Savitsky; children, Kenneth (KristenBeanblossom) Savitsky, Douglas (ErikaSkoe) Savitsky; grandchildren, Greta andFoster Savitsky; brother, Stewart (Renata)Savitsky; and sister Selma Savitsky.

A memorial service was held Sept. 25,2018, at the A.R.N. Funeral & CremationServices. A separate service will be heldfor friends and family on Long Island, NY.In lieu of flowers, contributions may bemade to ALS Association, http://www.alsa.org, or to Planned Parenthood, https://www.plannedparenthood.org/.

Sylvia ‘Syl’ Ann (Epstein)Hochman, 96, wife of the late HarryHochman (Sam’s SubwayRestaurants), passed awaypeacefully on Sept. 25,2018. She was born Feb.17, 1922 to Lena and SamEpstein.

Sylvia loved to readespecially inspirational books which shecalled books her friends. And all of herchildren loved to read as well. Her sonJhan wrote a book Green Cultural Studiesthat she loved to brag about. Sylvia wasvery personable and friendly, knew nostrangers, had a great sense of humor andloved to make people laugh. “If I can dothe following three things each day, I amhappy: take care of my daily living needs,thank God for my blessings, and makesomeone happy. I always look for humor ineverything, no matter what is happeningin my life.”

Sylvia was president of the ToastmistressClub. She was a member of HooverwoodGuild for over 20 years and she volunteeredwith several charities. “Because I have varied interests and like to stay active, Ibelong to the Women of Worth (WOWS).We are a group of 10 diversified women whomeet every two months for a luncheonmeeting of the hostess’ choosing. The subjects relate to various topics rangingfrom cultural, current events, and lifeissues. We have discussed many subjectsand had multiple presenters that focus on learning. I have also participated inmultiple OASIS classes, taken jazz as anadult, and try to walk on my treadmillevery morning. All in all, I enjoy peopleand I love to hear them laugh.”

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The family would like to extend theirutmost gratitude to everyone who caredfor Sylvia. Thank you for enriching her lifeand spirit to Dr. Alan Berkovitz, caregiversand friends at MorningSide, St. VincentHospital, and Hooverwood.

She was a devoted, loving, appreciativemother and wife to her family: Stephen(Julie, deceased), Linda (Wesley) Cadore,Jhan, Faith (KC) Cohen; grandchildrenAllison, Claire Heffner, Kelsea Cadore, Kaiand Keve Cohen; and brother, Joe (Esther)Epstein. Sylvia was preceded in death byher husband, Harry Hochman and sisterLenora. Services were held Sept. 28th atAaron Ruben Nelson Mortuary. In lieu of flowers, please make a contributionto the Hooverwood Guild or a charity ofyour choice.

Harold S. Aron D.P.M., 90, born

May 11, 1928 to Frieda andMax Aron in New YorkCity, passed away Oct. 2,2018. He grew up inDetroit where he attendedCentral High School andHighland Park Jr. College.Harold then attended the Ohio College ofPodiatric Medicine in Cleveland, graduatingin 1952. He entered the Army during theKorean Conflict and was stationed at Wm. Beaumont Army Hospital at Fort Bliss,Texas until his discharge in 1954 at whichtime he came to Indianapolis.

Dr.Aron opened his office in April of 1955and retired in July of 2001. He was activein local and state podiatric organizations,becoming president of the State Asso-ciation in 1970 and was voted Podiatrist ofthe Year in 1983 and 1993.

Harold and his wife, Lorna (who passedaway in Feb of 2007 after 53 years of marriage) volunteered for many years at theConvention Center, USO at the airport,Final 4, Pan Am Games, Children’s WishFund and 500 Festival – just to name afew. After Lorna’s death, Harold contin-ued volunteering at the USO RonaldMcDonald House at Riley Hospital anddelivering Kosher Meals on Wheels forCongregation Beth-El Zedeck. He was amember of Broad Ripple Sertoma in its

early years and attended Beth-El Zedeckfor over 50 years.

He is survived by his son, Dan(Maureen) Aron; daughter, Susan (Michael)Denardo; beloved granddaughters, Alexa,Ashley and Anna Aron, and ValerieDenardo; and three great-granddaughters,Nevaeh, Sylas and Rori Culmo. Haroldwas preceded in death by his brother,Allen Aron.

Funeral services were held at A.R.N.Funeral & Cremation Services onOctober 5th and burial followed inCongregation Beth-El Zedeck NorthCemetery. Memorial contributions may bemade to the Ronald McDonald House atRiley Hospital, Congregation Beth-ElZedeck, or Jewish Family Services.

Kitty Tavel, 95, a lifelong resident ofIndianapolis, passed awayon Oct. 14, 2018. She wasa graduate of ShortridgeHigh School (with honors)and the University ofMichigan. After WWII, shemet Captain David Tavelsoon after his return from the SouthPacific and they were later married inIndianapolis. Together they raised foursons while establishing what became the

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largest family-owned optical company inthe state of Indiana.

Mrs. Tavel’s commitment to communityservice began through her children’s Scoutprogram. She went on to organize awomen’s group for the American CancerSociety (1966), joined a task force to createand establish a Docent Training Programfor the Indianapolis Museum of Art (1970).In 1983 her late friend Daniel Efroymsonasked Mrs. Tavel to become a BoardMember of The Nature Conservancy andhelp promote a similar women’s group.

In 1970 at the request of JosephineJamison (Booth Tarkington’s niece) andPhyllis Bennett Solomon (then curator of Decorative Arts at the IndianapolisMuseum of Art), Dr. and Mrs. Tavel and four other couples established theDecorative Arts Society of the IndianapolisMuseum of Art.

In 1987 Mrs. Tavel was appointed toserve on Mayor William Hudnut’sIndianapolis Clean City RecyclingCommission. Mrs. Tavel’s friend GregoryK. Silver had assisted her in securing a United States patent for a product topromote recycling waste materials. Mrs.Tavel was one of several early pioneersworking to solve this worldwide dilemma.Also that year Mrs. Tavel was the onlyHoosier to board the French Concorde onits first 23-day voyage around the world.

Mrs. Tavel was also a board member ofthe Clowe’s Hall Women’s Committee andvolunteered with Indianapolis SymphonyOrchestra. Dr. and Mrs. Tavel were avidgolfers. In addition, Mrs.Tavel enjoyed tennisand swimming. She joined BroadmoorCountry Club in 1939, where sheremained a member for 55 years. In 1992Mrs. Tavel designed and built PrestwickHall, her last home. It is what would bedescribed today as a “green”house.

Mrs. Tavel is survived by three sons, Dr.Alan G. Tavel, Dr. Larry S. Tavel (Sandi)and R. J.Tavel and daughter-in-law TamaraTavel of Cincinnati; beloved granddaughters,Mollie Kaback (Josh), Lauren, Doni, Amy,Alison and Alexi Tavel and special com-panion, Pamela Mack. She was precededin death by her son, Donald Louis Taveland her husband Dr. David Tavel.

The family is very grateful to all thewonderful caregivers who made it possiblefor Mrs. Tavel to stay in her home.

Memorial contributions may be made tothe Donald Louis Tavel Memorial Fund,c/o Indiana University Foundation, P. O.Box 500, Bloomington, IN 47402. Funeralservices were private.Arrangements entrustedto Aaron Ruben Nelson Mortuary.

Charlotte Margolis Kline, 95,beloved wife, mother and friend, passedaway Oct. 14, 2018. She was born on Dec.21, 1922 in Dayton, Ohio. She attendedOhio State University and worked severalyears for the US Air Force at WrightPatterson Air Force Base as a commercialartist. In 1955 she moved to Indianapolisand went to work in the advertisingdepartment of the Wm. H. BlockCompany as a commercial artist.

Charlotte was a member of IndianapolisHebrew Congregation (IHC), TempleSisterhood and Indianapolis Art Center.She is survived by her husband of 59years, Jack Martin Kline; daughter,Jennifer Hope Kline (Michael) Sontz, andson, Adam Jay Kline. Graveside serviceswere held Oct. 16th in IHC CemeteryNorth. Memorial contributions may bemade to a favorite charity. Arrangementsby Aaron Ruben Nelson Mortuary.

Stanley J. Heimansohn, 89,beloved husband, brother and unclepassed away Oct. 17, 2018 in Plainfield.He was born in Evansville, Ind., to Isadoreand Arlene Heimanshohn on July 28,1929. He worked from 1955–1999 for theIndiana State Board of Health as a labtechnician and was a long time member ofIndianapolis Hebrew Congregation (IHC).

In 2002 he lost his beloved wife,Marilyn. Survivors include his sister, RoseLee (Arthur) Steinberg, brother-in-law,Stuart Stein and 8 nieces and nephews.Memorial contributions may be made to IHC,6501 N. Meridian Street, Indianapolis,IN 46260 or The Red Cross. Gravesideservices were held on Oct. 23rd in IHCCemetery North. Arrangements by AaronRuben Nelson Mortuary.

Max Joseph Katz, 36, beloved son,brother, grandson and friend, passed awayOct. 23, 2018. He was a graduate of

Carmel High School andattended Purdue University.He was a competitivediver and gymnast in hisyounger years. He ownedand operated BeverageGlass Plus, LLC. Max willbe deeply missed by those he loved andcared for, and he will be remembered as aloving caregiver.

He was an inquisitive inventor andloved attending music festivals. Max issurvived by his mother, Lori; his father,Donald, brothers, Jake (Rachel) andSammy and his sister, Haley (finace: GavinRourke) and his beloved dog,Tank. He wasthe grandson of Larry and Arlene Weinberg.

Funeral services were held on Oct. 26,2018 at Aaron-Ruben-Nelson Mortuaryand burial followed in Beth-El ZedeckNorth Cemetery. Memorial contributionsmay be made to NAMI, Jewish FamilyServices of Indianapolis, The JewishFederation of Greater Indianapolis toassist with Jewish education, WaterwheelFoundation or plant a tree in Israelthrough the Jewish National Fund.

Lee Cohen Mallah, 89, ofIndianapolis, passed awayOct. 31, 2018. Since herbirth Aug. 11, 1929, Leeenriched countless livesthrough her inexhaustiblestrength, humor, warmth,and wit. She graduatedfrom Manual High School. Following thepassing of her late husband, dance part-ner, and love of her life, Joseph Mallah, in1984, Lee remained engaged in her com-munity and devoted to her family.

She was a lifelong member of the EtzChaim Congregation and the DeborahSisterhood, maintaining her cherishedSephardic heritage from the synagogue toher kitchen counter. She enjoyed listeningto Frank Sinatra, retelling stories ofIndianapolis’ old south side, and makingfast friends of strangers. She laughed hys-terically, baked relentlessly, and caredunremittingly. As the keeper of memories,she was, and remains, an extraordinaryhero in her family.

Besides her beloved husband, Lee waspreceded in death by her brothers, Gilbertand Jack Cohen; sisters, Celia Klein andMarcie Sandler; and infant son, Ralph. Sheis survived by two sisters, Rebecca“Binnie”Kaplan and Esther Calderon; herbeloved children, Gina Berger (Jay),Laurence Mallah (Brenda), DeborahMallah, and Gloria Mallah (Lynn Smith);grandchildren, Amanda Hawkins, LesleyMallah (Nolan Wingler), Jesse Berger,Alyssa Teitelbaum (Brad), BenjaminLinder, Jessica Mallah (Brock Dierks), Jobi




Berger, and Jolie Mallah; and three great-grandchildren, Jackson Dierks, LincolnDierks, and Joseph Wingler. She lovedeach of them dearly.

A graveside celebration of Lee’s life washeld Nov. 2, 2018, at Etz Chaim Cemeteryon South West St. Memorial contributionsmay be made to Etz Chaim Congregationor the Deborah Sisterhood. Arrangementby Aaron Ruben Nelson Mortuary.

Daniel “Danny” Alan Fineberg,71, died peacefully in his Indianapolishome. He was born on Sept. 7, 1947 toMilton “Joshua” Fineberg and JaneThompson Fineberg. Heattended and graduatedfrom Western MilitaryAcademy.

Daniel had a great zestfor life. A good joke wasalways welcome and heloved to laugh. The food business was hiscareer for many years. He managed anumber of restaurants in Florida,Indianapolis and Cincinnati and finallyopened his own, D.K. Brunchies, in the1980s. Upon retirement from the restau-rant business, Daniel was the proudowner of a hotdog cart that gave him andthe surrounding community great joy.

He spent many years in HollywoodBeach, Fla., enjoying the beach, kayakexcursions and camping all over the state.He liked nothing more than greeting fel-low campers and getting acquainted by abonfire, always willing to lend a helpinghand. Daniel’s laugh could make anyonesmile. He loved beautiful music, bird-watching, tinkering with puzzles or gadg-ets, and was most happy when everydetail of his life was labeled, recorded andorganized.

Daniel faced many health challengesover the years, but always did his best topush forward beyond them, just so hecould get outside and feel the sunshine onhis face.

Daniel was preceded in death by hisfather, Milton Josh Fineberg; mother, JaneThompson Goldsmith; step-father, MelGoldsmith; and sister, Leslie (Steve)Mears. He is survived by his stepson,Geoffrey (Jenna) Mitchell; sisters, SusieSkok, Kathy Dugdale and Diane Kauffman;brothers, Mark (Scott) Fineberg and JeffGoldsmith; as well as many nieces andnephews. He was looking forward to his 1stgrandchild and loved his family very much.

A funeral service was held at AaronReuben Nelson Mortuary on Nov. 4th.In lieu of flowers, memorial contributionsmay be made to The American Heart Asso-ciation or to Down Syndrome of Indiana.

John Allen Lewis, 71, of Westfield,passed away October 31, 2018. He wasborn in Cincinnati on Aug.22, 1947 to the late David and Amelia Lewis. Afterearning his Bachelor’sdegree from the Universityof Cincinnati, Johnworked in the financialfield, retiring as a senior level financialexecutive. Throughout his career, heserved on multiple boards and mentoredmany future leaders in the industry.

He and his wife, Sue, loved to travel andenjoyed attending their grandchildren’sactivities and sporting events. John lovedgood food, good wine and good company.John was a member of IndianapolisHebrew Congregation (IHC).

He will always be remembered for hishumble nature, integrity and love for hisfamily. John is survived by his wife, Janice“Sue” Lewis; daughter, Rochelle (Chris)Meisner; step-daughter, Mary Lovelady;grandchildren, Maxwell, Benjamin andEmma Meisner; step-grandchildren,Jonathan and Jessica Weber and HarleyYoung; and nieces, Lisa (Luis) Rios,Corrina (Josh) Knight and Tia Walle.He was preceded in death by his parentsand brother, Byron Lewis.

Graveside services were held at IHCNorth Cemetery on Nov. 4th. Memorialcontributions may be made to the Helen Diller Family ComprehensiveCancer Center. Arrangements entrusted to A.R.N. Funeral & Cremation Services.

Steven K. Meltzer was born inBerehovo, Czechoslovakia in 1927. He andhis family were deportedto Auschwitz-Birkenau inthe spring of 1944.He survived Auschwitz’s infamous death marchand was liberated byAmerican Troops fromEbensee concentration camp in 1945.Steve immigrated to the United States in 1951. He was immediately drafted,attaining the rank of staff sergeant. Hewas decorated with two bronze stars andan infantry combat award, serving activecombat in the Korean War.

In 1957 he met his future wife, MyrnaGewurz (of blessed memory), at a synagogue dance. They moved to LongIsland and raised their three children:Ronni Brenner (Michael), Shari Meltzer,and Jeffrey Meltzer (Leigh Regenstrief).Steve was an incredibly proud grand-parent to Rebecca, Jessica and AlexMeltzer and Samantha and AsherBrenner. Steve enjoyed playing golf andloved following the stock market. He wasable to marshal at several U.S. Opens.

The family would like to thank the staff

of Marquette Senior Living, where hespent the last 5+ years, after moving toIndianapolis in 2007.

Services and internment were held inNew York. In lieu of flowers the familyrequests that you make donations to theJewish Federation of Greater Indianapolisor Marquette Senior Living Foundation,Indianapolis. Arrangements entrusted toA.R.N. Funeral & Cremation Services.

Beverly Tys-Berson passed awaypeacefully in the company of her family onNov. 1, 2018 at Marquette Manor inIndianapolis. Beverly will be rememberedfor her bubbly and outgoing personality,ability to make people laugh, and her caring for others. She was a champion of cultural and religious diversity, andoffering assistance to the less fortunate.

Beverly was a graduate of PennsylvaniaState University (Bachelor’s) and VirginiaCommonwealth University (Master’s) in social work. She also received herLicensed Clinical Social Worker professional certification. Her proudestprofessional achievement was co-foundingand serving as the first Executive Directorof Youth Haven II, a shelter for troubledteenage girls in Roanoke, Va. Beverly wasalso an active member of and volunteerwith Congregation Beth-El Zedeck in Indianapolis.

Beverly is survived by her sons, Adam(Beth) Waldo of Hinsdale, Ill.; Matt(Cathleen) Waldo of Delware, Ohio; hergrandchildren, Ann, Evan, John, Asher, andAndrew; and her sister, Lorraine Dorfmanof Iowa City, Iowa. She was preceded indeath by her husband, Joseph Berson. Amemorial service was held Nov. 4th inFoundation Hall at Marquette Manor.

Charitable donations in lieu of flowersshould be made to Congregation Beth-ElZedeck Feed the Hungry Fund, 600 West70th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46260, or to the Indiana University Foundation,Pulmonary Gift Account, Indiana University-Bloomington, Showalter House, P.O. Box500, Bloomington, IN 47402.

Lois R. Ackerman,95, beloved wife, mother,grandmother, friend andphilanthropist passedaway on Nov. 6, 2018. Shewas born on April 6, 1923in Baltimore, MD to Lesterand Beatrice Rosenthal.

Lois was a long-time member ofIndianapolis Hebrew Congregation,Broadmoor Country Club and InnisbrookGolf Club in Tarpon Springs, Fla. She wasan avid golfer and football fan. She andher husband, the late James Ackerman,developed Prairie View Golf Course in




Carmel, Ind., and Lois supported manycivic organizations.

Lois’ greatest joy came from spendingtime with her family. She was a wonderfulcook and enjoyed the family dinners theyshared. She will be remembered for herkindness and generosity by those whoknew and loved her.

She is survived by her children; Barbara(Brian) Nicholoff, Leslie Ackerman andJohn (Kathy) Ackerman; grandchildren,Justin Nicholoff, Allison (Brandon) Sparksand Jeffrey (Allison) Ackerman; and greatgrandchild, Emmett James Sparks. Loiswas preceded in death by her husbandand her grandson, Phillip Nicholoff.

The family wishes to extend their deepest gratitude to Paige Megenhardt forher care and companionship over the years.

Funeral services were held Nov. 9th atAaron-Ruben-Nelson Mortuary andburial followed in IHC Cemetery North.In lieu of flowers, memorial contributionsmay be made to Parent Project MD,parentprojectmd.org.

Lubov Berman, 91, of Indianapolis,passed away Nov. 7, 2018. She was born in Tsaregrad, Moldova on April 27, 1927 to Kasril and Saura Dreinberg. She is survived by her son, Solomon (Svetlana)Berman; grandchildren, Daniel Bermanand Irene (Erez) Nosrati; and great-grand-children, Benjamin and Naomi. Funeralservices were held Nov. 8th at Aaron RubenNelson Mortuary and burial followed in Indianapolis Hebrew CongregationNorth Cemetery.

Stanford Winnick, 81, long timeresident of Indianapolis, passed away onNov. 15, 2018 at Hooverwood. He wasborn in St. Paul, Minnesota on June 19,1937 to Yale and Rose Winnick. During his career he worked in manufacturing,sales and as a quality control engineer.Stanford was a member of Etz ChaimSephardic Congregation and B’nai Torah.

Graveside services were held Nov. 18 inB’nai Torah Cemetery. Memorial contribu-tions may be made to Hooverwood Guild,7001 Hoover Road, Indianapolis, IN 46260.Survivors include his nephews, Jeff (Amanda),Brad (Tina) and Adam Winnick and hissister-in-law, Evelyn Winnick.Arrangementsby Aaron Ruben Nelson Mortuary.

Bernard Frankovitz83, beloved husband,father and grandfather,passed away on Nov. 18,2018. Bernie was born inIndianapolis on April 20,1935 to David and Sarah

Frankovitz. He served as co-owner ofFrankovitz Market and Village Produceand later worked for 7-11 and Double 8.He was a former member and past vicepresident of Congregation B’nai Torah andpast president of the Men’s Club and wasa member of the Grocers Association.

He is survived by his 4 daughters, Mona(Rapheal) Blumberg, Sandra (Sam)Benson, Shelly (Jeff) Wasserman, andFrancine Frankovitz; grandchildren, ZevvyBlumberg,Yonaton Blumberg, Tzipora BenIshay, Tehilla Blumberg, Eli Sheva Aronoff,Ayelet Benson, Abigail Wasserman andDavid Wasserman; siblings, Devera Gurvitz,Helen Goldstein and Herbie Frankovitz.He was preceded in death by his wife, Leain 2014 and his sister, Treva Silverman.

Funeral services were Nov. 20th atAaron Ruben Nelson Mortuary andburial followed in B’nai Torah Cemetery.Memorial contributions may be made toLeukemia and Lymphoma Society,www.lls.org.

Alice Obadia Serrat, 89, belovedwife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother passed away on Nov. 19,2018 at Hooverwood Nursing Home. Shewas born on Aug. 23, 1929 to Isaac andRose Obadia in Larache, Morocco. Shewas bi-lingual, speaking both Spanish andFrench. Alice was an avid knitter, creatingbeautiful scarves and hats. She was alsoknown for her lovely singing voice.Professionally she worked as a bank secretary. She was a member of Etz ChaimSephardic Congregation.

She is survived by her son, GilbertSerrat and daughter, Annick Fartouh; her7 grandchildren, Sandy, Steve, Jessica,Johana, Jennifer, Benjamin and Robin andher 6 great grandchildren, Wyatt, Nellie,Lylah, Leo, Emmett and Cami. Alice waspreceded in death by her husband, Alberton Jan., 10, 2006; as well as her 4 siblings.

Funeral services were held Nov. 21st atAaron-Ruben-Nelson Mortuary. Shewas laid to rest next to her husband in EtzChaim Cemetery on South West St.

Memorial contributions may be made to Etz Chaim, 6939 Hoover Road,Indianapolis, IN 46260 or HooverwoodNursing Home, 7001 Hoover Road,Indianapolis, IN 46260

Jack H. Frisch, 73, of Indianapolis,passed away Nov. 19, 2018. He was bornin Indianapolis to Leon and Blanka Frischon Feb. 16, 1945. Jack earned diplomasfrom North Central HighSchool, Indiana University,and IU School of Law.He began his law career in the Prosecutor’s officeand eventually moved intoprivate practice.

Jack was a past president of CongregationBeth-El Zedeck. He was an avid golfer andmember of Broadmoor Country Club. Asmuch as he loved watching IU, the Coltsand the Pacers, his grandchildren were hisgreatest pride and joy.

He is survived by his wife, Marsha; children, Gary (Michelle) Frisch and Cathy(Craig) Weiss; grandchildren, Carlye andAndrew Frisch and Isaac, Ari and AvaWeiss; brother, Fred (Shelley) Frisch; andsister, Frances (Norman) Ochstein; andseveral nieces and nephews.

Funeral services were held atCongregation Beth-El Zedeck on Nov.21st. Burial followed in Beth-El ZedeckNorth Cemetery. Memorial contributionsmay be made to Congregation Beth-ElZedeck. Arrangements entrusted toA.R.N. Funeral & Cremation Services.

Ernestine Greenberger (Dworkin)Feeney, 82, passed away at her home atMarquette Senior Living on Nov. 22, 2018.Born in Sharon, Pa., on July 1, 1936 toFreda and Sidney Greenberger, she was a1954 graduate of Sharpsville High Schooland Case Western Reserve University.

She was a teacher at Ludlow ElementarySchool in Shaker Heights, Ohio in the1960s and 70s, retiring in 1977. She was aresident of Shaker Heights, Anchorage,Alaska, Wolfeboro, N.H., Treasure Cay,Bahamas, and Indianapolis. She wasactive in many nonprofit organizations,including the Girl Scouts, Alaska WorldAffairs Council, Alaska Light OperaTheater, International Women Indiana,and the Wolfeboro Newcomers Club.

She is predeceased by her husband,James Feeney; parents, Freda and SidneyGreenberger; brother, Harvey; and stepsonsJames, Thomas and David Feeney. She issurvived by her children, Jennifer Vigran,James Dworkin and Deborah Thompson;stepchildren, Ronald, Donald, Robert,William, Michael and Kathleen Feeney;and her beloved grandchildren.

A memorial service was held atIndianapolis Hebrew Congregation (IHC)on Nov. 25th. The family requests no flowers; memorial donations may be madeto IHC, Marquette Foundation or yourlocal Girl Scout Council. Arrangements byAaron Ruben Nelson Mortuary. AAAA

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At the Ann KatzFestival of Book

Angela Himsel grew upin Jasper, Ind., seventh ofeleven children in aGerman-American funda-mentalist Christian family.She left there to attendIndiana University whereshe majored in religiousstudies. She spent two of her four years atHebrew University in Jerusalem and even-tually ended up in New York City whereshe earned an MFA in creative writingfrom The City College.

Himsel converted to Judaism before her first baby wasborn and is nowSisterhood presi-dent at theOrthodox shulwhere she belongswith her husbandand their threechildren. Althoughher articles haveappeared in TheNew York Times,The Jewish Week,

the Forward, Lilith Magazine and otherplaces, A River Could Be a Tree: A Memoirby Angela Himsel is her first book.

Himsel was in Indianapolis on Oct. 29th topromote her book and gave a fascinatingtalk in JCC’s Laikin Auditorium as part ofthe Ann Katz Festival of Books and Arts.Her background was very diverse but shecomes across as a warm, caring womanwho is at ease because she finally found alifestyle that she can embrace. The bookhas warmth, humor, and a multitude ofreligious and philosophical insights. It isan interesting story of struggle, doubt andfinally personal fulfillment.

Himsel was able to connect with theonly Jewish family from Jasper and sheknew them growing up. Louise Newmanand her daughter Dee were in the audi-ence. Lou has retired to Carmel, Ind., withher husband Lenny to be near theirdaughters Heidi and Dee. One of severalquestions in the Q&A after her talk camefrom Lou and one from Dee. Before coming to Carmel, Lou and Lenny spentseveral years in Bloomington, Ind., volun-teering at the senior living communitiesand playing music at places such as TheShalom Community Center, a day shelterand resource center for the homeless. AAAA

Debbie & Joel Epstein (standing) joinedover 500 people who listened to a phe-nomenal talk by Mitch Albom (seated) atCongregation Beth-El Zedeck on Oct.17th for the opening of the 20th annualAnne Katz Festival of Books and Arts.Albom’s new book, The Next Person YouMeet in Heaven is the sequel to The FivePeople You Meet in Heaven. “His wordsand stories spoke toeach of us. Albom isa mensch and may he continue to writebooks that remind usthat all endings arebeginnings if weopen our eyes toexperience them,”remarked Joel.

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