Obituaries
LENORE HECHTER née MINDELL March 11,1927 – July 8, 2019
Our beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother, aunt, and friend passed away peacefully in her sleep surrounded by family at the Simkin Centre on July 8th, 2019 at the age of 92.
She was born in Winnipeg to Louis and Rachel Mindell, the youngest of five loving children. She reminisced enthusiastically about her happy childhood with her supportive and loving parents and her siblings. Lenore was dedicated to her parents and her brother William (Min), sisters Marion (Monte) Edythe (Auntie Cookie), and Evelyn.
Mother lived her 92 years with enthusiasm, love, passion. By her own words she had a full life, wanted for nothing, her only regret was that our father passed much too young and early before they were able to enjoy the treasures of life, children, grandchildren and holidays together.
Lenore was Predeceased by her loving husband Irving and is survived by her sons Frank (Sue), and Ralph (Nancy), nine grandchildren and ten great grandchildren.
Funeral service was held at Congregation Shaarey Zedek and interment followed at Shaarey Zedek Cemetery.
The family is extremely grateful and thankful for the staff and residents of Weinberg 2 and everyone at the Simkin Centre for their excellent care, immense compassion and expertise.
Pallbearers were Nephew Jim Saper, grandchildren Richard, Ilana, Joshua, Chapin, Shael and Drake Hechter.
Words are completely inadequate to express our indebtedness, sincere gratitude and appreciation for the entire staff of the Simkin Centre particularly the staff of Weinberg 2 for the unbelievable care, compassion and thoughtfulness in caring for mother.
If so wished, donations in mother’s memory may be made to the Simkin Centre, 1 Falconbridge Drive, Winnipeg, Manitoba R3Y 1V9 or a charity of your choice.
‘To live in hearts we leave behind is not to die’
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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/
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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.
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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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