Published January 1, 2024. William "Bill" Yakovitz , December 26, 2023. Beloved husband of Debra Lee (Melman) Yakovitz for 49 ½ years. Dear father of Elizabeth (Ryan) Clouthier and Joshua (Deanna) Yakovitz. Loving grandfather of Tyler and Ashley Clouthier and Callum Yakovitz. Dear brother-in-law of Geri (Mike) Tyrey and Mort (Lora) Melman.In January of 2009, Ellen joined the St. Louis Jewish Light as its editor, where she is responsible for overseeing editorial operations, including managing both staff members and freelancers. Under her tutelage, the Light has won 16 Rockower Awards — considered the Jewish Pulitzer's — including two personally for Excellence in Commentary ...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.Contributions in Samantha's memory may be made to the National Niemann-Pick Disease Foundation, P.O. Box 49, Fort Atkinson, WI, 53538 (www.nnpdf.org) or to the Harvey Kornblum Jewish Food Pantry, 10950 Schuetz Road, St. Louis, MO 63146.Published September 6, 2023. Rosalie Brasch, September 4, 2023. It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Rosalie Brasch on September 4, 2023 at home with family. Rosalie was born on January 31, 1930, in St. Louis, the youngest child of three. Her parents were Meyer and Etta Klayman, and her siblings were Lois and Martin.The city of St. Louis officially kicked off the Hanukkah season Thursday night with the lighting of what is believed to be the third tallest Hanukkah menorah in the United States. The 29-foot menorah is just 5-feet shorter than the world's largest menorah, which stands 36-feet tall and is located in Manhattan, NY.Published August 31, 2021. Temple Israel welcomes the St. Louis community to enjoy its virtual High Holy Days services from home, live-streamed on their website and Facebook page. Services include traditional Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur rituals, live worship music, and sermons from Rabbi Amy Feder and Rabbi Michael Alper.Saturday | April 27. Spring Prayer Lab services. At 10:45 a.m., join Rabbi Andrea Goldstein, Lucy Greenbaum and the Prayer Lab musicians for the Jewish Mindfulness Center of St. Louis' monthly non-traditional Shabbat service combining poetry, participatory music, interactive teachings and time set aside for meditation and personal reflection.One new feature of the 2022 festival will be the Family Pavilion. "Our goal is to have constant entertainment, so you can wander in and wander out (of the Family Pavilion) and not have to wait in line or have to be there from the start," said Kramer. "You can walk in during the middle of a magic show or yoga class or mad science presentation.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.By David Baugher, Special to the Jewish LightPublished May 22, 2013. Framed by the Gateway Arch and a commanding view of the Mississippi from his 26th story window overlooking downtown St. Louis, the world can seem a small place. Yet still, Josh Goldman knows that everything outside that window is based on a very big concept, literacy, the ...The Funeral Service for Shirley will be Monday March 11, 1:00 PM at Berger Memorial Chapel, 9430 Olive Blvd. St. Louis, MO. 63132. There will be no visitation. Burial will follow at United Hebrew Cemetery, 7855 Canton Ave. 63130. Memorial contributions preferred to the Harvey Kornblum Jewish Food Pantry or a charity of your choice.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. Obituaries. Ruth Sanofsky. Published October 15, 2023. Ruth Sanofsky, October 9, 2023. Beloved wife of the late Leonard Sanofsky; dear mother and mother-in-law of Karen (Jim) Barker and Dr. Stephen (Diane) Sanofsky; dear grandmother of Madison (Tobiah Steckel) Barker, Lauren (Rick) Klein and Dr. Benjamin (Mindy) Sanofsky ...Published January 15, 2024. "The St. Louis Bagel Renaissance" was a term coined by the Jewish Light when we announced "Bagel Week" last January. Now, a year later, the renaissance continues. Two St. Louis area bagel shops are cooking up some innovative twists on classic favorites. Baked & Boiled Bagel Shop and Lefty's Bagels are both ...Apr 25, 2024 · 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 husband, Allan Bierman. She was a wonderful wife, proud and caring mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother.Phil Needleman, PhD. Published March 28, 2024. Phil Needleman, PhD — Science & Innovation Thought Leader Dies at 85. Phil Needleman died when a 100 foot tree came crashing down on him while he was walking in the woods with his dog. This freak accident was a mythical end to an Epic life. He leaves behind his beloved wife, Sima, his daughter ...Funeral service to be held at Central Reform Congregation, 5020 Waterman Ave. 63108 on Tuesday, September 13, 2022 at 1:00 PM. The service will be livestreamed at www.bergermemorialchapel.com Private Burial to Follow at Beth Hamedrosh Hagodol Cemetery.. Memorial contributions preferred to Pedal the Cause, Lift for Life Academy, and the Red Cross. ...Roger L. Goldman, July 29, 2023 Funeral services for Roger L. Goldman, a beloved St. Louis University law professor and a national leader in police reform, will be held August 1, 2023 at 10:00 am at Central Reform Congregation, 5020 Waterman Boulevard at Kingshighway. The interment will be private. Professor Goldman, 82, died while surrounded...Are you considering pursuing higher education? Look no further than St. Louis Community College (STLCC) for all your academic needs. STLCC boasts an impressive array of programs ac...Shirley A. Seigel, August 28, 2023 Born February 29, 1928 - (Leap Year) in Kansas City, MO. Beloved mother of Mark L. (Kathie) Seigel, Ruth E. (David) Permuter and Barry A. (Judy) Seigel. Loving "Baba" of Dr. Todd A. Seigel, Laura Permuter-Nguyen and Daniel A. Permuter. Dear great-grandmother of Alex D. Nguyen. Beloved sister of Morton...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...2 days ago · Published May 31, 2024. Janet Sincoff passed away on May 31,2024. She was predeceased by her husband Julian Sincoff. She is survived by her daughter Andrea Corn and son Gregg and Wendy Sincoff, 4 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren. Donations can be made to American Contract Bridge League Educational Foundation.Stanley Kusmin - St. Louis Jewish Light. Obituaries. Stanley Kusmin. Published June 18, 2023. United States Military Veteran. Stanley Kusmin, 89, died June 17, 2023, in the comfort of his home surrounded by family. Stanley was born May 10, 1934 and raised in Brooklyn, New York. The family relocated to St. Louis in 1963 when Stanley was given ...Published April 1, 2024. Rhonda Joy Banford, survived by her loving husband, David Banford, her two daughters, Alyssa Banford (Bradley Biesinger) and Caitlin Banford (Cam Maloni) and her brand new grandbaby, Lola Joy Maloni, passed the morning of March 31st. Born and raised in St. Louis, Rhonda was the youngest of two daughters to Mildred and ...St. Louis Jewish Light. Open Search Bar. Search this site Submit Search. Jewish Light Digital Edition: Dec. 20, 2023. Published December 20, 2023. E-Edition; Share on Facebook. Share on X. Email this Story. Print this Story. More to Discover. More in E-Edition . Jewish Light Digital Edition: May 22, 2024.Jun 3, 2010 · 8 Millstone Campus Drive, Suite 2000, St. Louis, Mo. 63146 phone: 314-432-1610 • fax: 314-432-4058 email: [email protected] website: www.covenantplacestl.org Joan Denison, Executive Director Covenant Place offers older adults enriching programs, recreation and affordable housing. Activities and weeknight kosher dinner programs are open to the community. Call, email, or visit our ...Harriet had a lifelong love of books and reading that she was proud to turn into a 40-year career as a library aide in schools around St. Louis, but her favorite title of all was Grandma Ace and Bubby. Graveside service Wednesday, April 3, 2 PM at United Hebrew Cemetery, 7855 Canton, University City, MO. 63130.Jewish Light readers may want to tune into Nine PBS (Channel 9) Monday, March 25, at 7 p.m. to hear writer Shula Neuman discuss her recent story “Confronting the Lindbergh Legacy in St. Louis” on “Living St. Louis” with Jim Kirchherr. Neuman’s story, which in addition to the Light was published in the Riverfront Times, the Forward and …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. Obituaries. Janet Sincoff. Obituaries. Marilyn Schwartz Schraier. Obituaries. Roxanne Harris Frank.Sanford Jay "Sandy" Spitzer died peacefully surrounded by family on Thursday, January 5, 2023. He is survived by his wife of 71 years, Gloria (nee Fishgoll) and their four children, Linda (Richard) Gavatin of St. Louis, Dr. Michael (Rita) Spitzer of Laguna Niguel, CA, Dr. Sheryl (Jeff) Spitzer-Resnick of Madison, WI and Jeffrey (Rabbi Miriam)...Jan Stephanie Zeid, February 27, 2023 Beloved wife of Stewart Zeid for almost 43 years. Dear mother of Ashley Zeid and Brittany (Andrew) Jerram. Loving grandmother of Aubree Rose Jerram and Xander Jonathan Jerram. Dear sister of Robin Weiss. Beloved daughter of the late Harold and Marlene Weiss. Dear sister-in-law of Neal Zeid. Beloved daughter-in-law of Marian and the late Irvin Zeid. Dear...The first point they overlooked is that there was a cease-fire on Oct. 6. Hamas violated it when they launched an unprovoked, relentless missile barrage, breached the security barrier, murdered over 1,200 Israelis, committed atrocities against civilians, women, and babies, and took over 200 hostages. At present, over 100 hostages remain ...Published April 1, 2024. Rhonda Joy Banford, survived by her loving husband, David Banford, her two daughters, Alyssa Banford (Bradley Biesinger) and Caitlin Banford (Cam Maloni) and her brand new grandbaby, Lola Joy Maloni, passed the morning of March 31st. Born and raised in St. Louis, Rhonda was the youngest of two daughters to Mildred and ...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 Rae (the late Jeffrey) Lederman. Adoring Father of Rebecca Marie (David) Sullivan and the late Alfred ...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.Eleanor and her husband Joe have lived in St. Louis since 1978. Graveside service will be held Friday, April 26, 12:00pm at Beth Hamedrosh Hagodol Cemetery, 9125 Ladue Road. Contributions in her memory may be made to Planned Parenthood, Saint Louis University School of Law or to the charity of your choice.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.The St. Louis Dispatch is a prominent newspaper that has been serving the St. Louis community for over a century. Throughout its long history, the newspaper has witnessed significa...Gerald Kraft. Published January 12, 2024. INDIANAPOLIS – Gerald Kraft, age 92, passed away on Thursday, January 11, 2024. He was born in Indianapolis, Indiana on December 26, 1931 to the late Philip and Bessie (Bauer) Kraft. He was a 1949 graduate of Shortridge High School before attending University of Michigan and Indiana University.Jeremy Segel-Moss, 47, owner of Cherokee Street Ceramics a handmade pottery studio is preparing to show off his wares this weekend at the Laumeier's 37th Annual Art Fair. The University City native will have over 100 pieces from his handcrafted tableware collection, including a variety of cups, bowls, plates, vases and serving plates. Segel-Moss's work embodies...As part of the launch of LEAD STL, the organization established the Tzedakah Youth Leadership Award to celebrate and encourage youth in St. Louis who are striving to make the world a better place. The first recipient of the new award is Dani Wasserman, 17, a senior at University City High School.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 …Gerald Kraft. Published January 12, 2024. INDIANAPOLIS - Gerald Kraft, age 92, passed away on Thursday, January 11, 2024. He was born in Indianapolis, Indiana on December 26, 1931 to the late Philip and Bessie (Bauer) Kraft. He was a 1949 graduate of Shortridge High School before attending University of Michigan and Indiana University.The St. Louis Dispatch is a prominent newspaper that has been serving the St. Louis community for over a century. Throughout its long history, the newspaper has witnessed significa...Jewish Federation of St. Louis has announced the award winners to be honored at the 2024 Evening of Impact to be held Thursday, May 9. Dafna Revah and MaryAnn Smyly Sabin have been chosen as the recipients of the 2024 David N. and Roselin Grosberg Young Leadership Award and Andrew Goldfeder as the recipient of …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.Lois Marmon Kent, April 9, 2024. Beloved wife for 67 years to the late Edwin “Ed” S. Kent; dear mother and mother-in-law of Steven Kanter and Shari (Mark) Schuver; loving grandmother of Jacob Kanter, Sarah Kanter, Anna Schuver, and Matthew (Codi) Schuver; dearest great-grandmother of Maxwell Schuver; beloved daughter of the late …For more information, call The Gatesworth at 314-993-0111. Contributions in his memory may be made to the Knight Alzheimer Disease Research Center at Washington University School of Medicine, 4488 Forest Park Parkway, St. Louis, MO 63108. A RINDSKOPF-ROTH SERVICE. Henry Lewin Schweich, 91, passed away on Dec. 4, …CAMP + EDUCATION 2023 SUMMER PLANNING GUIDE How are your kids spending their summer break? Let us help! We've compiled an amazing list of summer camps, activities and educational programs to help you plan the perfect summer for your kiddos. camp ben frankel LEARN MORE camp emeth LEARN MORE camp micah LEARN MORE camp rep...Graveside service Friday, November 3, 11:00am at B’nai Amoona Cemetery, 930 North and South Road. A RINDSKOPF-ROTH SERVICE. Arlene Dolores Gerber (nee Radloff), May 26, 1928 – November 1, 2023 Beloved wife of the late Gene P. Gerber. Dear mother of Randy S. (Donna) Gerber, Debbie (Dr. David) Caplin and Richard D. …Graveside service Friday, November 3, 11:00am at B’nai Amoona Cemetery, 930 North and South Road. A RINDSKOPF-ROTH SERVICE. Arlene Dolores Gerber (nee Radloff), May 26, 1928 – November 1, 2023 Beloved wife of the late Gene P. Gerber. Dear mother of Randy S. (Donna) Gerber, Debbie (Dr. David) Caplin and Richard D. …Published December 7, 2023. To the Jewish organizations that raised us: We walked your halls in preschool, learned Hebrew in your classrooms, became b’nai mitzvah in your sanctuaries, and led your youth group boards. We were your campers and later, your counselors. We prayed with you, celebrated holidays with you, ate kugel and played …Leonard A. Kornblum, beloved husband of 68 years to Sandra Kornblum, dear father to Teri Rutherford of Seattle and dear father & father-in-law to Joan Hall (Ed) of Clayton, passed away in St. Louis on December 24, 2021, just shy of his 94th birthday. He was born on February 2, 1928 and grew up in East St. Louis, IL, the youngest of 7 children ...