VIRGINIA BEACH - It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Burke W. Margulies, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and esteemed attorney, whose life was marked by unwavering dedication to his family, profession, and community.After earning his...
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Isadore “Izzy” Meizlik
VIRGINIA Beach - Isadore “Izzy” Meizlik, 84, passed away on June 20, 2025.Born in Brooklyn, N. Y., Izzy was a proud Jewish man and a retired NYPD police officer.He was married to his beloved wife, Mary Cornwell, for 47 years. She was his life partner and constant...
Dolly Pachter
VIRGINIA BEACH - Ethel Jane “Dolly” Pachter (nee Rothbart) passed away peacefully on June 17, 2025.The moment after delivering her on October 10, 1924, their devoted family physician said, “That’s our Dolly.” The name stuck.Having lived beyond 100 years, her...
Delle Elaine Rayner
CLEVELAND, OHIO - Delle Elaine Rayner, aged 75, passed away on July 3, 2025.She was born and raised in Cleveland, Ohio to Irv and Zerda Malikin. The Malkin family had three children, including Delle’s brothers Greg and Robert.Delle is survived by her two children,...
Jacklyn Flum Richels
VIRGINIA BEACH - With profound sadness and deep love, we announce the passing of Jacklyn Flum Richels, who died on June 22, 2025, at the age of 78.Born on May 16, 1947, Jackie was the heart of her family as a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother,...
Albert Charles Selkin
NORFOLK - Albert Charles Selkin died peacefully at home on June 26, 2025, at the age of 83.He was a graduate of Granby High School, Old Dominion University, and the University of Virginia Law School. Albert was a dedicated and well-respected attorney and a devoted...
Israeli, Australian, American Jews medal at the 2024 Olympics
Windsurfing to wrestling – Jewish athletes earned at least 16 medals (at press time) at the 2024 Olympics in Paris.The stories about these Olympians are all interesting – even for those who don’t care all that much about sports. Read about them at JTA.org. Gold medals...
Super Sunday
Sunday, September 15, 10 am – 1 pm, Sandler Family Campus(Marty Einhorn Pavilion, weather-permitting; indoors in the event of rain)Two Calling Shifts: 10 – 11:30 am and 11:30 am – 1 pmCaller training starts 15 minutes before each shiftCome make the calls! • Have a...
Roberta Land Alperin
NORFOLK – Roberta Land Alperin was born in Portsmouth, Va., on June 1, 1938 and transitioned peacefully on July 15.Roberta was raised, along with her cousin, Maurice Moff, by her mother, Pearl Freedman Land, her aunt, Bertha Moff, and her grandparents, Harry and Lena...
Carolyn Kroskin Bangel
Portsmouth – Carolyn Kroskin Bangel died August 4 at home in Portsmouth, Va.She was born in Norfolk, Va. on March 22, 1929, the daughter of the late Hyman Kroskin and Florence Brener Kroskin. After graduating from Maury High School in 1947 and attending R.P.I. in...
Dr. Willis E. Brownstein
MCLEAN, VIRGINIA – Dr. Willis E. Brownstein passed away in his home on July 21.Willis was a graduate of Maury High School, University of Richmond, and the Medical College of Virginia. He practiced dermatology in Northern Virginia and will be remembered for his...
Dr. Mark Greenspan
NORFOLK - Dr. Mark Greenspan, 88, passed away August 5.Mark is survived by his wife Betty Kay Greenspan and her children, along with his children Jeffrey, Amy-Ann, and John-Jay.A service took place at H.D. Oliver Funeral Apts. Norfolk Chapel followed by interment at...
Scott Schreier
WESTFIELD, N.J. – Cherished husband and father, beloved son and brother, Scott Gordon Schreier, passed away on July 20 after a brief but valiant battle with colon cancer.Words cannot accurately express the magnitude of this loss for his wife of 17 years, his...
Gordon Andrew Zedd
NOROLK – Gordon Andrew Zedd, 59, passed away July 31 in Norfolk, the city where he was born and spent much of his life.He was the son of Judith Golding Zedd and Ronald Burt Zedd, both of blessed memory, and the older brother of Barton. A graduate of Norfolk Academy,...
Jewish Tidewater’s Graduates
This year’s graduation season continues with plenty for Jewish Tidewater’s graduates and their families to celebrate.The June 3 issue of Jewish News recognized 41 outstanding graduates. We knew, however, that there were more grads for Jewish Tidewater to be proud of...
Tiny Art Auction for Ukraine
Sunday, August 4, 12 – 4 pmVoodoo Brewing Co., Virginia Beach Voodoo Brewing and local art educators are teaming up to create a benefit for the Ukranian Humanity Center.Twenty-five Virginia Beach art teachers created tiny masterpieces responding to the theme, “Summer...
Win two passes to Beyond Monet: The Immersive Experience
Through Thursday, September 5Virginia Beach Convention Center Beyond Monet: The Immersive Experience sheds new light on what the world thought it knew about Claude Monet. Presented by the Virginia Arts Festival and produced by Paquin Entertainment Group, the...
Knowledge is key – Some basic facts
In the third quarter of 2023, roughly 150,000 Palestinians from the West Bank were working in the Israeli economy. In Quarter 4, that went down to 17,000. (marketplace.org) The blue ribbon symbolizes support and solidarity for the safe return of the hostages taken by...
Gratitude for To Life: The Past is Present
Elka Mednick, director The Holocaust Commission of the United Jewish Federation of Tidewater:Thank you for the donation of To Life: The Past is Present. This book will be a useful addition to the Reference collection in Dinwiddie High School (DHS) Library.At DHS,...
Car wash for Team Virginia Beach
Sunday, June 9, 1-3 pm • Sandler Family Campus The annual car wash that benefits the Team Virginia Beach delegation for the JCC Maccabi Games & Access will take place again this year in the parking lot of the Sandler Family Campus. This year’s games are in...
Friendships continue for Shalom Children’s Center alumni
When Max and Emma Bernstein married this spring, more than 15 friends from their days at Newport Avenue’s Jewish Community Center’s Shalom Children’s Center attended the wedding. The friends all met at the JCC preschool 25 years ago and later went to Hebrew Academy of...
Jerry Zober
PEPPER PIKE, OHIO - Jerry Martin Zober MD, born January 2, 1948 passed away peacefully on May 20 at age 76. Jerry was the beloved husband of Barbara Zober (nee Abt) of Pepper Pike, devoted father of Aaron Zober of Los Angeles and Rabbi Benjamin (Rabbi Sara)...
Yom Ha’ Atzmaut: A community gathering in honor of Israel’s 76th anniversary
Sunday, May 19 • 12 – 3 pm • Sandler Family Campus Yom Ha’ Atzmaut, commemorating Israel @76, is a day for people of all ages to come together to learn about Israeli people, art, music, food, and history.Presented by Avraham and Karen Ashkenazi, the United Jewish...
Knowledge is key
Jewish News is gathering and presenting some basic facts to equip readers during this difficult time with the confidence needed to engage in conversation about Israel and antisemitism. GenocideThis word is being used by protestors on campuses to describe Israel’s...
Virginia Beach School Board adopts resolution for Jewish American Heritage Month
During the Virginia Beach School Board meeting (via a consent agenda) last month, a Resolution was adopted in support of Jewish American Heritage Month, which takes place each year in May. The Resolution was read by Shannon Kendrick School, a member of the School...
Andrew Fink: Finding the land to choosing art
Twenty years ago, Andrew Fink was instrumental in the land acquisition, construction, and completion of the Sandler Family Campus. His involvement with the Campus continues today as he serves on several committees and boards. Jewish News: You were instrumental in the...