Virginia Beach—On Monday, May 30, 2022, Memorial Day, Sherri Fox, age 94, passed away peacefully in her sleep at her condominium in Virginia Beach, Va. As a single independent woman, Sherri left home at the age of 17 to join the Women’s Army Corps (WAC) in January...
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Joshua David Harris
Virginia Beach—Joshua David Harris, 30, of Virginia Beach, died May 26, 2022. Joshua was born in Norfolk May 13, 1992. Survivors include his mother, Dina Harris; brothers; Zack Rehpelz, Charles Rehpelz IV, his sister, Alison Rehpelz; their spouses and children; Josh’s...
Marilyn Chelder Hechtkopf
Virginia Beach—Marilyn Chelder Hechtkopf, 75, died Sunday, June 12, 2022, at Sentara Princess Anne Hospital in Virginia Beach. Marilyn was born on February 1, 1947, in Springfield, Massachusetts, to Irving and Sylvia Chelder. Her family moved around many times. She...
Barry Kantor
Norfolk—Barry Kantor passed away on June 19, 2022. He is predeceased by his parents, Irving and Jean Kantor, Taft and Dora Mirman, daughter Debbie Kantor Brooks, grandson Zachary Kantor, and brothers- and sisters-in-law, Stanley and Benita Mirman and Pearl Brooks. A...
Charles “Sonny” Stuart Legum
Norfolk—Charles “Sonny” Stuart Legum, 95, was born May 10, 1927, in Norfolk, Va. to the late Harry and Alma Legum. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Robin Legum Siegel. Sonny was a graduate of Fork Union Military Academy, Coast Guard Officer Candidate School...
Irene Gelrud Schwartz
Rockville, Md.—Irene Gelrud Schwartz, of Rockville, Md., just 12 days shy of her 95th birthday, passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 12, 2022. Devoted wife of the late Isadore Schwartz and the late Barney Snukals. Beloved mother of Arlynn Joffe, Aaron Snukals...
ELEANOR SUE KANTER
Eleanor Sue Kanter VIRGINIA BEACH—Eleanor Sue Kanter, 88, passed away on July 21, 2018 at her home, Beth Sholom Village in Virginia Beach. She was born and raised in Portsmouth. Eleanor was predeceased by her parents, Charles and Rose Kanter, and her brother Jules...
LARRY ISROW
Larry Isrow NORFOLK—Dr. Larry Isrow, 73, passed away Monday, July 23. He was born to Jerome and Shirley Isrow in New York in 1945. He was a neurology specialist in Norfolk and practiced for over 47 years. He graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University’s School of...
Zach and Courtney Lewis
Zach and Courtney Lewis on their recent marriage. Zach is the son of Beth Cohen Jaffe, the step-son of Nathan Jaffe and grandson of Joan and Bob Cohen. Courtney is the daughter of Diane and Randy Carrington, of Midlothian, Virginia. The couple were married at the...
2018 Guide to Jewish Living in Tidewater
Here is the 2018 Guide to Jewish Living in Tidewater. It features information on the following: Jewish Holidays 5779, Community Resources, Camps, Community Centers, Congregations, Education, Foundation, Services and Organizations, Social Services, Youth Groups and Cemeteries.
CBN hosts Israel’s UN Ambassador for 700 Club interview and lunch
Israeli Ambassador Danny Danon began his remarks at a luncheon last month at CBN’s Founder’s Inn by noting that it is “usually a bad sign when there’s a room full of people coming to talk about Israel.” Looking around the room with a big smile, he continued, “but today looks different. This room is full of friends!”
The seven best Jewish obituaries by New York Times writer Margalit Fox
New York Times obituary writer Margalit Fox announced she was leaving her position after writing farewells to more than 1,400 notable, notorious or downright unusual people over a 14-year span. Fox intends to turn to book-writing full time. Among the highlights of her time on the “dead beat” were obituaries of Jewish newsmakers, which like so many of her obits stand out for the vividness of her prose and the humor she sometimes brought to solemn moments. Here are some standouts.
First person: Beginning at the first border
The desert sun beat down on us as we stood on a hill, gazing out at what was forbidden for us to enter—the Gaza Strip. On approach to this overlook from the north, we drove past dozens of patches of scorched earth, remnants of fires from recent Palestinian terrorist attacks. Gazan terrorists utilized the winds and dry conditions to their advantage by sending flaming kites and balloons to Israel, which destroyed painstakingly cultivated crops and forests.
Second year for Nadiv ends with donation to JFS Food Pantry
Twelve months of lunch meetings with engaging speakers concluded with a shopping spree at Lidl in Virginia Beach on July 18. That’s when the group bought nearly $500 in groceries for the Jewish Family Service (JFS) food pantry. It also donated about $400 additional funds so JFS can purchase more food at a later date.
Inclusion a priority at Congregation Beth El
Congregation Beth El is opening its doors; that is, opening them wider. Recognizing that while the congregation prides itself on its hospitality, there are many ways in which the community feels it can be more actively welcoming. To that end, plans are underway to...
PJ Library delivers books to homes of young children
Created in December 2005 as a Jewish engagement and literacy program for Jewish and interfaith families with young children, PJ Library sends free Jewish children’s books and music on a monthly basis directly to families’ homes. PJ Library is a program of the Harold...
Surprising, inspiring, or just plain crazy? Decide for yourself
“Maybe one day when I get older, I will move to Israel and join the IDF.” We’ve all thought about it. Whether it was daydreaming for a split second or two in class at Hebrew Academy (like me), at Sunday school, or even while sitting around the family dinner table. Even with the best intentions, reality eventually gets in the way, and very few actually make it to Israel. Izzy Ezagui, however, was one of those brave foreigners who knew his place was in the Israeli army.
Local Jewish community and Israel trip impact Harrells’ decision to be LIFE & LEGACY donors
Amie and Byron Harrell do not seem like typical legacy donors. With two young sons and retirement still several decades away, they nevertheless felt compelled to help ensure the future of Tidewater’s Jewish community with a LIFE & LEGACY gift. Deeply committed to...
Building Community, Together
I have always been proud of our community. It’s what brought me to Jewish Family Service of Tidewater in 2003 after working in hospital administration. I was involved in our Federation’s young leadership programs and served on the executive board of the Jewish...
Begin the New Year with an inspiring Campaign Kickoff
An annual reminder of what it means to be Jewish, this year the High Holidays get their ‘ jump start’ on September 1 with the joyful Selichot services. The following Thursday, another motivator to start 5779 on a positive note—inspiring personal growth and commitment to one’s self as well as to the greater Jewish community—takes place at the United Jewish Federation of Tidewater’s Annual Campaign Kickoff.
NANCY WEISSMAN YACAVONE
Virginia Beach —Nancy Weissman Yacavone, left this life at 11:55 am, July 8, 2018. She was born in Chicago, Illinois in 1943 to the late Bernard and Virginia Weissman. She was a successful model, nurse, business owner, wife, and mother. Survivors include her husband...
SEEMAN WARANCH
Virginia Beach —Seeman Waranch, 85, passed away peacefully on July 3, 2018 in his home surrounded by his family. He was born August 11, 1932 in Norfolk, Virginia to the late Eldridge and Nellie Waranch. Seeman grew up in Richmond, Virginia and after graduating from...
LEONARD SCHLAIN
Sarasota, Fla .—Leonard Schlain, age 77, passed away after suffering a long illness on Friday, June 29 at Sarasota Memorial Hospital, where he was admitted on June 24. Born in Norfolk, the son of Max and Fanny Schlain, he had been a resident of Sarasota, Florida for...
RICHARD IRWIN MILLER
Virg inia Beach —Richard Irwin Miller, 87, passed away peacefully on June 24, 2018. Born in Brooklyn, New York, he lived most of his life in Norfolk and established deep roots in our community. Dad graduated from Maury High School in 1948, and attended the University...
JOEL MAZEL
Columbus , OH—Joel M. Mazel of Columbus Ohio, age 54, passed away on July 1, 2018. He was preceded in death by his father, William Mazel. He is survived by his mother, Irene Mazel, his brothers, Mark (Hindi) Mazel and David (Jodi) Mazel; his wife, Alyson Leeman;...
LESLIE JAY LEVIN
Palm Sprngs , Calif— Leslie Jay Levin passed away peacefully on June 30, 2018 in Los Angeles, Calif. Jay was born on February 26, 1953 in Portsmouth, to the late Millie and Irvin Levin. He was preceded in death by his brother, Marc F. Levin. Jay was a graduate of...