Alex Bornstein, September 22, 2023 Alex was born on August 27, 1950, in St. Louis, Missouri, to the late Ely and Dena Bornstein. Alex was preceded in death by his beloved brother, Michael Burns Bornstein. Alex is survived by his partner of many years, Susannah Fuchs; children: Andrew (Megan) Bornstein, Marion Bornstein, Douglas Fuchs, and...By PJ Grisar, Mira Fox. Published May 27, 2024. Mila (Hadas Yaron) digs her own grave that she somehow escapes from. Courtesy of Hulu. This story was originally published in the Forward. Click here to get the Forward's free email newsletters delivered to your inbox. As Jewish journalists, we get a lot of pitches about the Holocaust.Published October 27, 2023. Marilyn-Jo Saltzman, 73, passed away peacefully on October 25, 2023 at Evelyn’s House, after a decades long battle with Multiple Sclerosis. Daughter of the late Irving and the late Ruth (Rich) Hartmann, Marilyn-Jo is survived by spouse Leo, loving daughter Heather (Jacob) Lampert, grandchildren Naomi, Bridget and ...St. Louis Jewish Light Editors have been helping lead Jewish journalism for decades. 6. Ray Hartmann running for Congress. 7. David Milton Glazer. 8. St. Louis Scouts place 8,500 flags at Jewish veteran graves in Memorial Day tribute. 9. Meet three St. Louis Jewish teens making a difference. 10.St. Louis Jewish Light | FacebookIf you would like to mail a check instead of paying online, please mail to: St. Louis Jewish Light, P.O. Box 32127, St. Louis, Mo. 63132-2127. To make a tribute, please click here. The St. Louis Jewish Light—a nonprofit, independent news source—informs, inspires, educates, and connects the St. Louis Jewish community. We appreciate your support.Peters’ 19-year-old son Ben recently left St. Louis for Israel, and he is intent on volunteering to help in any way he can. Both Peters and Dar said members of the St. Louis community, Jews and non-Jews alike, can support their Israeli friends by contributing to Israeli relief via the Jewish Federation and the IAC (Israeli American Council) and through other small but meaningful gestures ...The St. Louis Senior Olympics kicked off the 2024 event on Friday, May 24 with participants carrying the Olympics torch from the Jewish Community Center fitness facility to the Staenberg Family Complex Arts & Education Building. Along the way, the torch was passed to a representative of each age group. In the 60-to-70-year old group,...In the late 1950s, the late Sholom Rivkin, later chief rabbi of St. Louis, would serve at Kneseth Israel. The 1960 merger brought many changes besides a new name. Brith Sholom, which began life as an Orthodox synagogue with membership limited to Austro-Hungarian Jews, switched to affiliate with the rapidly growing Conservative movement.The event is being planned by the Israeli American Council and St. Louis Friends of Israel. Both organizations commissioned the project, using Schwartz-Katz’s artwork. It was fabricated by a local contractor, Arthur Kotets, who donated the frame and materials.Published January 21, 2024. Alan Popkin passed away peacefully on January 20, 2023 at his home in St. Louis, Missouri. He was 89 years old. Alan believed strongly in being honest, accepting others for who they are, and going after what you love. He was born in New York City to Estelle and Murray Popkin and moved to St. Louis as a young boy.Helen Turner's former employer, the Holocaust Memorial and Tolerance Center of Nassau County, featured a child's shoe from the Auschwitz-Birkenau concentration and extermination camp. The location of the other shoe? The St. Louis Kaplan Feldman Holocaust Museum, where Turner started in July as director of education and interpretation. "It was a beautiful coincidence of accepting...We would like to show you a description here but the site won’t allow us.By Bill Motchan, Special to the Jewish Light. Published March 17, 2024. A $13 million renovation of the Jewish Community Center's Marilyn Fox Building in Chesterfield will begin in early April and touch all areas of the facility. The project will be funded through a capital campaign, supplemented by a $2 million infusion from the state of ...Jewish Light Digital Edition: Jan. 24, 2024 St. Louis Jewish Light A nonprofit, independent news source to inform, inspire, educate and connect the St. Louis Jewish community.The St. Louis Cardinals have hired Chaim Bloom as Advisor to the President of Baseball Operations. The team made the announcement Monday afternoon on X. Bloom most recently served as Chief Baseball Officer for the Boston Red Sox from 2019 through 2023.The St. Louis Jewish Light is a biweekly Jewish newspaper distributed in St. Louis, Missouri, that was established in 1947. [2] [3] It is located at 6 Millstone Campus, St. …May 22, 2024 · St. Louis Jewish Light Editors have been helping lead Jewish journalism for decades. New summer hours for St. Louis Holocaust Museum. From horror to hope: St. Louis funds vital trauma aid for Israeli festival survivors. Meet three St. Louis Jewish teens making a difference. View All.St. Louis Jewish Light Editors have been helping lead Jewish journalism for decades. 9. Wash U Honors Steve Rosenzweig. 10. 5,000 lbs. of produce, 13,000 meals, and more. The astonishing impact of our JCC. Navigate Left. JPop Culture. Top shows and festivals you can’t miss this month.St. Louis is a city rich in passions, especially for its restaurants. This enthusiasm extends to a strong interest in culinary history, largely due to Dr. Harley Hammerman. His websites, Lost Tables and Lost Dishes, keep the past alive and have become a popular part of St. Louis' vibrant food scene. Now, Hammerman is expanding...St. Louis Jewish Light. Open Search Bar. Search this site Submit Search. Get daily updates delivered right to your inbox. Trending Stories 1. David Milton Glazer. 2. 10 best Israeli shows and films to catch on Netflix. 3. Dr. Harley Hammerman launches 'Lost Tables' podcast remembering St. Louis' culinary past. 4.The Young Israel of St. Louis upcoming Annual Gala Dinner will take place on Wednesday, June 5, at the Clayton Plaza Hotel in Clayton. This year's event will honor long-standing members Dr. Hilton and René Price for their many years of dedication and service to the shul and community. Additionally, Elie and Aliza Freilich will be awarded the ...Louis F. Glaser. Published March 7, 2024. On Monday, March 4, 2024, Louis F. Glaser, loving husband, father and grandfather peacefully passed away at the age of 91. Lou is the beloved husband of the late Lee Glaser; adored father of Amy... A nonprofit, independent news source to inform, inspire, educate and connect the St. …Michael Jeffrey Marks, Age 64, passed away peacefully on January 3, 2024, at St. Lukes Hospital. He was born on March 8, 1959, to Leonard & Stefanie Marks in Wilmington, DE. Michael Marks was a passionate horticulturalist and well-known business owner in the St. Louis area. He was known for his love for nature, family...He credits his St. Louis upbringing as well as the local Jewish community for helping him to evolve and succeed. "I grew up at the Jewish Community Center Association, and I went to Camp Sabra for 10 years and then became a counselor. I went to United Hebrew, B'nai Amoona, and Nusach Hari. And I think being part of such a rich Jewish ...Shelley Lee Koslow - St. Louis Jewish Light. Obituaries. Shelley Lee Koslow. Published March 19, 2024. Shelley Lee Koslow, September 6, 1949 – March 15, 2024, was preceded in death by her parents Tillie and Ruby (Buck) Koslow, her sister Ann Lynne Birmingham, her aunts Rose Pearl Waldman and Bernice Hillman. She was an amazing cousin to ...Loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend to all. Allan served his country for over 27 years in the U.S. Coast Guard, retiring in 1989 as Commander, Second Coast Guard District. Funeral Service Thursday, December 29 th at 10 AM at Congregation Shaare Emeth, 11645 Ladue Road. Please enter on South side of building closest to Ladue ...Bill worked in corporate communications for AT&T for 28 years. He is a former columnist for St. Louis Magazine. Bill has been a contributing writer for the Jewish Light since 2015 and is a three-time winner of the Rockower Award for excellence in Jewish Journalism. He also is a staff writer for the travel magazine Show-Me Missouri.Peters’ 19-year-old son Ben recently left St. Louis for Israel, and he is intent on volunteering to help in any way he can. Both Peters and Dar said members of the St. Louis community, Jews and non-Jews alike, can support their Israeli friends by contributing to Israeli relief via the Jewish Federation and the IAC (Israeli American Council) and …Behind the Scenes: Playwright discusses her play before hitting the stage in St. Louis. St. Louis Jewish Light Editors have been helping lead Jewish journalism for decades. New summer hours for St. Louis Holocaust Museum. From horror to hope: St. Louis funds vital trauma aid for Israeli festival survivors.Geraldine P. Schiller: January 30, 2024. Beloved wife of Gideon Schiller for 65 years until his passing in 2011. Dear mother and mother-in-law of Patricia (Jerry) Padawer, Thomas (Helen Mary) Schiller, and Nancy (Alan) Stein; dear grandmother of Leah Gross, Lauren Padawer, Heidi (Max) Garfield, Michael Padawer, Daniel Padawer, Susie …Yom Hazikaron — Israel’s Memorial Day– will be observed on Sunday, May 12. The Yom Haatzmaut –Israel Independence Day — celebration will be held Tuesday, May 14. Yom Hazikaron begins at 7 p.m. at the Jewish Community Center’s Staenberg Family Complex Arts & Education Building. Doors open at 6:30.Dec 7, 2023 · The Jewish holiday of Hanukkah begins the night of Dec. 7 and lasts for eight days. If you are in the St. Louis area during the holiday, there will likely be a public menorah lighting near you. The St. Louis Chabad centers plan to hold dozens of menorah lightings and Hanukkah events throughout the region....A new study has found that banks in St. Louis are less likely to approve mortgages for prospective buyers in depressed minority neighborhoods. By clicking "TRY IT", I agree to rece...She stayed at the Globe for roughly 17 years in various stints as a news reporter, features writer, columnist and medical reporter, until the paper folded in 1986. She then worked for the St. Louis Sun before taking on editor positions at the Ladue News and St. Louis Homes & Lifestyles. She also authored four books — three about cats and one ...Maxine Bierman. Published April 25, 2024. Maxine Bierman, a lifelong St. Louis resident, passed away on April 19, 2024, at the age of 93. She was born on September 28, 1930, to Yetta and Sam Berger. Maxine was preceded in death by her beloved...15 ideas to welcome spring back into life. Barbara Ballinger and Margaret Crane, Special To The Jewish LightPublished March 7, 2023. Spring is renewal, rebirth, a reboot. It offers a change in scenery and a lift to our spirits. The idea that we can look forward to seeing multi-colored flowers bloom in public spaces, at favorite nurseries and in ...A private family service will be held. Lester was an entrepreneur and started many businesses including Contico International. Visit bergermemorialchapel.com for more information. BERGER MEMORIAL SERVICE. Lester Israel Miller, December 20, 2023 Beloved husband of Judy Zaban Miller; dear father and father-in-law of Bill Miller (Lisa), Barbara ...St. Louis Jewish Light Editors have been helping lead Jewish journalism for decades. 10. For American Jews, are interfaith weddings the new normal? Obituaries; Marvin Gitel. Published December 3, 2023. Marvin Gitel, December 2, 2023.St. Louis Jewish Light. Phyllis Langsdorf will be installed as the next president of the National Council of Jewish Women St. Louis (NCJWSTL) on June 6 at Temple Emanuel. Langsdorf, a long-time volunteer with the organization, brings decades of experience and dedication to her new role. The NCJWSTL also proudly announces its 2024-2025 Executive ...Top Story. Here are a few small art museums worth a road trip. The Swope Art Museum. Nancy Kranzberg, Special To The Jewish LightPublished June 4, 2023. Earlier this year, I went to the Swope Art Museum in Terre Haute, Ind. where I saw a wonderful small show entitled, "Curious Vessels" by our own Melody Evans.At the time many in the St. Louis Jewish Community were not aware that an estimated 6,000 Jews called St. Charles County home. The St. Louis Jewish Light can say this because of the massive reaction from the local community when we published “Who knew? 6,000+ Jews call St. Charles County home, on April 10th, 2022.Jan 24, 2024 · Contributions in her memory may be made to the National Council of Jewish Women in St. Louis at www.ncjwstl.org. A Rindskopf-Roth Service. Emily Lynn Alper, May 27, 1986 – January 21, 2024 Cherished daughter of Steve and Ellen (Redler) Alper; older sister and best friend of Melissa and Wade Forrester and Andi Alper; doting aunt to Sara Rose ...In addition, the Light is launching a twice-monthly family newsletter geared toward St. Louis Jewish families, which will be sent to those who sign up, starting March 17. This family newsletter will feature video content from adults and kids, along with stories designed to keep readers informed on everything from local family-friendly events to ...Louis Jewish Light. This Week in Mah Jongg: Let's Play! BY JULIE AND PHILIPPE, ILOVEMAHJ.COMPublished August 24, 2021. Our 5-part introduction to the fascinating game of American Mah Jongg is now complete and you have all the knowledge needed to start playing. If you didn't manage to catch all five tutorials, don't worry, you'll just ...Published February 29, 2024. Wikicommons Images. Richard Lewis in 2018. (JTA) — Comedian Richard Lewis, who parlayed his neurotic Jewish personality and self-deprecating humor into a 50-year career as a standup and actor, died Wednesday. He was 76. Lewis had been in ill health for a number of years and last April announced that he …St. Louis Jewish Light Editors have been helping lead Jewish journalism for decades. 9. Ray Hartmann running for Congress. 10. Lisa Dessain Bly. Obituaries; Loretta Dobkin. Published January 16, 2024. Loretta Dobkin, January 14, 2024.Private services were held. St Louis Cremation. Memorial contributions preferred to St Louis Mens Group Against Cancer, 12951 Olive Blvd. St. Louis, MO 63141. Allen Lionel Lieberman May 27, 1929 passed away peacefully November 26, 2023 with his beloved wife Phyllis at his side. Loving father of Gayle Beverly (LV) and Steven Marlow (CA).Bill Motchan, Special To The Jewish Light. Published November 8, 2023. One year ago, St. Louis became a major hub of Holocaust awareness and education when the St. Louis Kaplan Feldman Holocaust Museum opened. The 36,000-square-foot facility began welcoming visitors on Nov. 2, 2022, following a 2½-year, $21 million renovation and expansion.His greatest passions were teaching, golf, and painting. Visitation Monday, November 27 th 10 -10:30 AM at United Hebrew Congregation. 13788 Conway Rd., St. Louis, Missouri 63141. The Funeral Service will begin at 10:30 AM. Interment to follow at Chesed Shel Emeth Cemetery, 650 White Rd., Chesterfield, Missouri 63017.Contact Us Phone Phone: 314-743-3600 Address for payments PO Box 32127, St. Louis, MO 63132-2127 General Correspondence Email [email protected] Editorial Submissions & Requests All editorial submissions (news tips, story ideas, calendar items, news releases, event photos, Newsmakers submissions, letters to the editor) should be sent to [email protected]. Louis Jewish Light. Open Search Bar. Search this site Submit Search. Obituaries; Jeffrey A. Harris. Published March 13, 2023 . Jeffrey A. Harris was born on April 27, 1948. He passed away at 75 years old on March 11, 2023. Beloved son of Frances Dubinsky Harris and Alfred I. Harris. Loving brother of Jacqueline Harris-Schwartz and Judith ...Shirley Londe. Shirley Londe, January 28, 2024 beloved wife of the late Paul Londe; dear mother and mother-in-law of Steven Londe, Sherry Londe-Phlaum (Steve Phlaum) and Rickie Londe-Swink (Clint Swink); dear grandmother of Marlyse (Adam), Morgana (Andrew), Tana and Sage; beloved great Baba to Caden, Adelaide and Carter; …2639 Cherokee Street. St. Louis, MO 63118. (314) 296-3077. [email protected]. New York-style kettle-boiled bagels (also called water bagels). The made-from-scratch process is mixing ingredients, kneading the dough by hand, letting it rise, then boiling, and baking the bagels.Mar 21, 2024 · Jewish Light Digital Edition: Feb. 21, 2024 St. Louis Jewish Light A nonprofit, independent news source to inform, inspire, educate and connect the St. Louis Jewish community.Louis F. Glaser. Published March 7, 2024. On Monday, March 4, 2024, Louis F. Glaser, loving husband, father and grandfather peacefully passed away at the age of 91. Lou is the beloved husband of the late Lee Glaser; adored father of Amy... A nonprofit, independent news source to inform, inspire, educate and connect the St. Louis Jewish community.St. Louis Jewish Light Editors have been helping lead Jewish journalism for decades. 9. Ray Hartmann running for Congress. 10. Lisa Dessain Bly. Obituaries; Beatrice Sorkin. Published December 7, 2023. BEATRICE SORKIN, December 4, 2023. Bea Sorkin passed away in Austin, Texas on December 4 at the age of 95.A large group of JCC supporters, volunteers and donors gathered on Wednesday, May 29 for the organization's 144thannual meeting. During the event, the J was referred to on several occasions as "the town square of the Jewish community" to describe its importance as a key resource in the St. Louis metropolitan area. Highlights of the...Dozens of members of the St. Louis Jewish community were on hand in Jefferson City Wednesday as Missouri adopted the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance's (IHRA) working definition of antisemitism and recognized September as Jewish American Heritage Month. The month was chosen to coincide with the High Holiday season.unsung heroes 2014. When Neil Marglous turned 65, he decided it was time to retire. But make no mistake — the man never stopped working. Rather, his focus shifted, from a 40-plus year career in the wholesale hardware distributing business, to ramping up his volunteerism. "While Neil Marglous may have retired in 2010, he's still 'all ...Graveside service Wednesday, July 5 th, 10:00 AM at Beth Hamedrosh Hagodol Cemetery, 9125 Ladue Road.Memorial contributions preferred to Jewish Family Services, 10950 Schuetz Road, 63146; Lift for Life Academy, 1920 S. 7 th Street, 63104; or the charity of your choice. Visit bergermemorialchapel.com for more information.. BERGER MEMORIAL SERVICESt. Louis Jewish Light. Phyllis Langsdorf will be installed as the next president of the National Council of Jewish Women St. Louis (NCJWSTL) on June 6 at Temple Emanuel. Langsdorf, a long-time volunteer with the organization, brings decades of experience and dedication to her new role. The NCJWSTL also proudly announces its 2024-2025 …