Obituaries
ESTHER GOTFRIED (née BRASS) January 25, 1930 – November 19, 2020
With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Esther Gotfried, November 19, 2020, at the age of 90 years, at The Saul and Claribel Simkin Centre.
Esther is survived by her loving and devoted daughter, Lillian, sister and brother-in-law, Norma and Rabbi Don Berlin, her brother-in-law, Isaac Gotfried (Hilda z”l) and many nieces and nephews and their families. Esther was predeceased by her parents, Samuel and Lillian, her husband, Bernard, son, Howard and brothers, Morris, Issie (Freda) and Abe (Rose).
Esther lived her entire life in Winnipeg. She was a devoted daughter to her parents and from a very early age helped them to operate their family-owned grocery store. This experience enabled her and Bernard to own and operate Gotfried Food Market, first on Trent and then Warsaw Avenue. Esther specialized in keeping the books and doing all the financials for both stores.
Esther was a warm and kind soul. She was an example of perseverance and the essence of positivity, generosity and grace. She cared so much for others and developed a loving community among her family, as well as her many friends. She took great interest and pride in all the milestones and accomplishments of her loved ones. She never missed an opportunity to send a card to recognize these important events. Esther actively participated in the community at large and especially enjoyed events at Gwen Secter Creative Living Centre.
Esther’s home for the past five years was The Simkin Centre. She took part in all programs. Esther especially loved the concerts and would be first at the door, waiting in line. She could often be found in the atrium, enjoying a bag of chips and a soft drink, chatting with everyone. Esther was touched and honoured by the special 90th birthday party that was held this past January. Her family expresses its gratitude to all the caring staff at The Simkin Centre and especially to the team on Weinberg 3, including her wonderful nurses, Jane, Darlene, Eveline and Cheryll. They all treated Esther with incredible dignity and respect and made her last days as comfortable as possible.
A graveside funeral service was held Sunday, November 22, 2020 at Shaarey Zedek Cemetery. Thank you to the pallbearers from our community. The family is especially grateful to Rabbi Matthew Leibl for his beautiful tribute to Esther, echoing the loving words of niece, Hannah Brass and nephew, Alan Brass. Rabbi Leibl read warm reminiscences by long time, close family friend, George Saltzberg of Toronto. Esther was also honoured with a moving eulogy from her devoted friend Maxine Zabenskie.
Donations may be made to Jewish Foundation of Manitoba or a charity of your choice. Share your memories of Esther with her family at alanjbrass@gmail.com.
Esther touched many lives.
May her memory be for a blessing.
Obituaries
BERNARR IVAN KLAPMAN
Passed away November 12 in his home in Tampa.
Barry (as he was known) Klapman was a business leader in Winnipeg. After law school he went to work for his father, Meyer, who started Peerless Garments manufacturing company and grew the family business into one of the largest employers in Winnipeg. Barry loved boating and trips to Las Vegas with his family.
He is survived by his: wife Monique Landry; two children, Arla Klapman Green and Jason Klapman; daughter-in-law Sarah Klapman, and son-in law Stephen Green; sister Maxine Brownstone; niece and nephew, Lorrie and Danny Brownstone; as well as his four grandchildren, Charli, Myles, Miller, and Gabrielle. .
He lived his life to its fullest. Donations in Barry’s memory can be made to Brothers For Life https://www.brothersforlife.com/donate/
Obituaries
BARRY POSNER
It is with deep sorrow that he family of Barry Posner announces his passing after a lengthy illness at the age of 75 on Monday, October 9, 2023.
Barry leaves behind his wife, Sharon; children, Adam (Christiane) and Daniel (Victoria); grandchildren, Jordan, Jade, Ari, and Zoey; brother, Murray; and nephew, Cort. Barry was predeceased by his parents, Alec and Claire, and his in-laws, Harry and Rose Borodkin.
Thank you to all the staff at St. Boniface E2 Medical Surgical Intensive Care Unit, especially Dr. Denira Govender and nurse Kaitlin for all of their kindness during this difficult time.
Funeral service was held graveside at the Shaarey Zedek Cemetery on Thursday, October 12, 2023. Our thanks to Rabbi Matthew Leibl for his beautiful eulogy and to the pallbearers: Cort Posner, Zeev Rafaeli, Joseph Gillies, Aaron Migie, Rod Gordon, and Stephen Dubienski.
Barry loved his family and friends. He had a great sense of humour and always made people laugh. He was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, son, son-in-law, brother, and uncle. Barry was so brave and courageous during the years of his illness. He will be forever missed and never forgotten.
Obituaries
JOEL COOPERBAND
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of Joel David Cooperband on Friday, October 6, 2023. Joel leaves behind his loving wife of 35 years, Cheryl, his gorgeous daughter Adeena, and his beautiful son Joshua. He also leaves behind his sister Reesa (Marty), brother Benjie (Adrienne), brother-in-law Monte (Stephanie), mother-in-law Shirley, along with nieces, nephews, and his uncle David Weinberg.
Additionally, he leaves behind his favourite fur babies, Jersey and Milo. Joel joins his dad Mickey, who passed February 1983, his mom Sandra – March 2018, and his father-in-law Phillip – December 2022.
Joel grew up in Garden City on Woodcrest and loved going to the family cottage at Winnipeg Beach. He worked at Silverman Jewellers and started Executive Jewels with his wife. They travelled across Western Canada setting up their wares but more importantly, enjoyed daily adventures together. Their children both worked with them. And they loved their lives. Family was his greatest passion. Josh chose a different path to take and Joel was so very proud of him. He would talk about him at every opportunity. Adeena was his sidekick, his buddy, his best friend. A huge hole in our hearts is felt by everyone who knew him. Funeral services took place at the Chesed Shel Emes with interment at Shaarey Zedek Cemetery on October 10, 2023. Shiva was private.
Joel was so appreciative of a second chance at life. Unfortunately, it didn’t last as long as we hoped. Until we meet again – beautiful soul.
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