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MIRIAM ERENBERG (nee BLOCK) January 26, 1929 – July 23, 2017

Miriam ErenbergSurrounded by family, Miriam Erenberg passed away peacefully at the Victoria General Hospital in Winnipeg, Manitoba.

She leaves behind to mourn her sister Ruth Sher of Montreal; sisters-in-law, Marylin and Norma Block, both of Montreal, and Musi (Sam) Singer of Beverly Hills, California; her daughter Galla (Allan) Horenfeldt of Toronto, ON; sons, Yale (Ellen) Erenberg of St. Mary’s, ON, David (Ronda) Erenberg, Reuven Erenberg (Elaine Pelley) and Noah Erenberg (Cheryl Cohan); grandchildren, Tyler Horenfeldt of Toronto, ON, and Max, Jona, Daniel, Sarah, Leah, Micah and Brina Erenberg, as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Miriam was predeceased by her husband Morris; parents, Rebecca (Rivkah) and John (Yonah) Block; daughter Esther Brina; sisters, Anne Block, Faye Friedman and Rose Segal; brothers, Ben and Hye Block; brothers-in-law, Harry Friedman, Melvin Segal, David Sher and Joe Erenberg; and sister-in-law Anne Erenberg.
A graveside service was officiated by Rabbi Matthew Leibl on July 25, 2017 at the Shaarey Zedek Cemetery. Pallbearers were Yale, David, Reuven, Noah, Daniel, Max and Micah Erenberg; honorary pallbearers were Allan and Tyler Horenfeldt.Born in Montreal, QC on January 26, 1929, Mom had fond memories of growing up in Quebec, in particular the summers spent at the family’s Cape Cod style cottage along the shores of Trout Lake in the Laurentians, located north of Montreal. It was there Mom learned to become a talented swimmer, mastering several techniques, including the breast stroke, front crawl and butterfly. Mom also had a passion for downhill skiing, mostly near Montreal and sometimes in the Laurentians.
After graduating from the Girls Section of the High School of Montreal, Mom went on to study nutritional sciences at McGill University, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in 1949. In 1952, at 23 years of age, Mom started dating Dad, a 28 year old medical student from Winnipeg who was completing a residency at Montreal’s Jewish General Hospital. A year later, in 1953, they were married in Montreal and then moved to Winnipeg. Within a span of 10 years beginning in 1954, Mom and Dad brought six children into this world. In 1970, the family moved from the south end suburb of River Heights to the fledgling residential development known as Parkway Square, located in the far northwest corner of the city. Once all her children were in school full time, Mom worked for several years as a medical receptionist in Dad’s family practice, while continuing to maintain a home for those children who were still living at home. In 1998, shortly after retirement, Mom and Dad moved back to the south end of town, settling in Tuxedo. In 2009, after Dad took ill and would remain permanently hospitalized until his death on the winter solstice in 2010, Mom moved to the Shaftesbury Retirement Residence, where she forged new friendships and rekindled old ones. Unfortunately, after six years, Mom’s personal care needs exceeded what the Shaftesbury could provide, thus prompting her final move, to the Simkin Centre, in 2015.
Mom was never, ever, imposing and she always put the needs of others first (almost to a fault). She also made her home a place where friends and neighbours always felt welcome. She was the consummate homemaker, cooking and cleaning with an impeccable attention to detail from as early as 6 in the morning until 9 in the evening. Not only did this commitment to perfection transcend the realm of the home to influence her children in their approach to school and work alike, it would become the hallmark of the tools of independence with which she equipped her children once they moved out on their own.
To know Mom was to truly love her. She was, by all accounts, the most compassionate, kind and selfless person you could ever meet. And she treated everyone, without exception, in this gracefully magnanimous, altruistic fashion. A true lady. A classy woman who lived her life in such a way that she will always be fondly remembered and deeply cherished by all who were graced by her presence. As just about anyone who knew her would say, “It was so easy to love her.”
Even the smallest bit of good news from her kids or grandkids was met with enormous happiness and true elation on her part. Telling her of the accomplishments of her children or grandchildren was a sure antidote for a difficult day; a real remedy for the vicissitudes of aging.
When asked a few years ago to sum up her life motto, she said: “To be kind and helpful to others, especially those in need. And to also be a very devoted and caring parent and wife.”
So, Mom, you can go to your well-deserved resting place with a quiet mind and an easy heart, knowing that even though we will miss being with you, miss visiting with you, or talking to you on the phone, at the same time we are deeply comforted by the indelible impression you have made on our lives and on the lives of so many people. The profound way in which you lived your life, your soulful essence that you shone upon everyone you met and everything you did, means you will most certainly live brilliantly and beautifully in our hearts, and in the hearts of others, forever.
We gratefully wish to acknowledge the love and devotion of Mom’s caregivers, Carmen, Marie Anne and Joci, whose compassion, patience and kindness over the past decade were instrumental in enriching Mom’s life and affording her a few more years of happiness she would not have otherwise enjoyed with family and friends. The family would also like to thank the staff at the Simkin Centre, in particular the nurses and attendants at Unit 1 South, who brought life to Mom’s later years with their kind care, enthusiastic programming and special attention to her needs.
In keeping with Miriam’s wishes, you may donate to her granddaughter’s Registered Disability Savings Plan by sending a cheque to Sarah Erenberg, Box 195, 23-845 Dakota Street, Winnipeg, Manitoba R2M 5M3. However, interested donors who prefer to support a registered charity may donate to OHEYS Autism Programs, a local registered charity that designs and delivers community-based activity programs for children and teens on the autism spectrum. This may be done online at www.oheys.org and press the DONATE button or by mail at OHEYS Autism Programs, 61 Linacre Road, Winnipeg, Manitoba R3T 3G7. A charitable tax receipt will be issued for a donation in any amount.

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JOSEPH BRENT DINER December 9, 1942 – February 27, 2024

Joe passed away on February 27, 2024 in Victoria, BC. He had been at his home on Salt Spring Island when he suffered a heart attack on February 18.

Joe was predeceased by his parents, Clara and Lou Diner; his brother Alex; and his nephew Tristan (T.C.). He is survived by his loving wife Sandi of 44 years; his brother Richard (Mary); his nephews, Colin and Louis; and his cousins and many friends.

Joe grew up on Matheson Avenue in the north end of Winnipeg where he attended Luxton School. When he was 12 years old, he moved to Waterloo Street in River Heights and attend­ed Kelvin High School followed by the Uni­versity of Manitoba, and later the University of North Dakota and Louisiana State University where he studied political science.

Early in his career, he worked as a teacher in an indigenous community in northern Man­itoba, and later he became involved in horse racing. He was the Racing Secretary at a major race track in New Orleans and also at Assini­boia Downs. For the last 40 years, his career was in commercial real estate. Joe retired in 2018, as had Sandi years earlier, and he en­joyed their time in Salt Spring Island. They always had a dog asn part of their lives. Every day, they took long walks with their dog and sometimes even a run. Their dog Ella will sure­ly miss Joe. Salt Spring Island was Joe’s happy place. He spent several months each year there for more than 20 years. He called it Disneyland for adults.

Joe had a sterling reputation. He was a man of principle, integrity, honesty and strong moral character, and those qualities governed how he lived his life and how he conducted his busi­ness. Joe could make friends with anyone and everyone. He was personable, generous, kind, outgoing, and engaging. He genuinely liked people, and people liked him. In fact, they didn’t just like him, they loved him. Joe was great company. He was an optimist who always maintained a positive outlook on life and saw the good side of people. He was also self deprecating and humble and could be charmingly irreverent. Joe was always his own person.

We, Joe’s family and friends , are much richer for having had him in our lives. His passing leaves a gaping hole in our hearts, and our lives will never be the same without him.

Joe‘s favorite poem was Ulysses by Alfred, Lord Tennyson, Come, my friends. ‘Tis not too late to seek a newer world. Push off, and sitting well in order smite the sounding fur­rows; for my purpose holds To sail beyond the sunset, and the baths Of all the western stars, until I die. It may be that the gulfs will wash us down; It may be that we shall touch the Happy Isles, And see the great Achilles, whom we knew. Though much is taken, much abides; and though We are not now that strength which in old days Moved earth and heaven, that which we are, we are – One equal temper of heroic hearts, Made weak by time and fate, but strong in will To strive, to seek, to find, and not to yield.

Services were held at the Chesed Shel Emes and Rosh Pina Memorial Park in Winnipeg. Rabbi Kliel Rose officiated.

Pallbearers were Archie Kraut, Uri Kraut, Da­vid Kraut, Colin Diner, Louis Diner and Jack Rusen. Honorary pallbearers were David Ru­sen, Gary Brenner, Richard Diner and Leonard Steingarten.

If so desired, donations in Joe’s memory could be made to Temple Shalom or the Humane Society or a charity of choice.

“To live in hearts left behind is not to die”.

Joe will live in our hearts forever.

May his memory be a blessing.

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OSCAR ANTEL

The family of Oscar Antel sadly announces his passing on February 19, 2024, at the age of100. He was predeceased by his wife, Bella, and daughter, Shelley. Oscar is survived by his sons Jack (Avis), Jo el (Bonnie); his grandchil- dren Samson (Daisy), Dori (Rocco), Eli (Les- ley), Dana, Elly, Zack (Shayla), Darryl (Lara), Becky (Daniel); and his great-grandchildren Ryan, Adam, Aylie, Shep, Danni, Isabelle, Zev, Jordi, Zoey, Micah, and Sol.
He was a veteran of the Royal Canadian Air Force, having enlisted to serve in the Second World War. After graduation from the Univer- sity of Manitoba, he had a successful career as a chartered accountant, and was awarded the FCA designation for his contributions to his profession.
Oscar was a lifelong leader in the Jewish community, being particularly committed to Jewish education and the Yiddish language.
Over his long life span he served in many roles, including board presi- dent of the I.L. Peretz School, chairman of the Western Division of the Canadian Jewish Con- gress, and member of its national executive, tak- ing part in the formation of the Winnipeg Jewish Community Council.

He lived for the past 15 years at Shaftesbury Park Retirement Residence. His family would like to thank all the staff for the supportive relationships he enjoyed there.
Funeral services were held February 22, 2024, at the Shaarey Zedek Cemetery. For those wishing to make a donation in Oscar’s memory, please consider the Bella & Oscar Antel Fund at The Jewish Foundation of Manitoba or select the charity of your choice.

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STEVEN REED HAYMAN

Peacefully with family by his side, Steven Hayman passed away on February 4, 2024.
With heavy hearts and profound sadness, Steven will be forever missed by his loving, devoted wife Sheryl Levine, daughters Kira (Cole), Tia (Anthony), Samara (Daniel). Granddaughters Victoria and Rylie will forever love & miss their Sha Sha. He is survived by his father, Julius (Phyllis) and brother, Jeffrey. Steven was predeceased by his mother Gloria Hayman Z”L and in-laws Victoria & Howard Levine Z”L.
Steven was born in Detroit, Michigan on July 27, 1955 and settled in Longwood, Florida. After college graduation with degrees in Business, Marketing Management & Computer Technology, his Aunty Elaine & Uncle Wilf encouraged Steve to move to Winnipeg to manage a division of the family business, Imperial Roadways. Following a career move, Steve spent 30 years with the Dept. of Transportation & Safety, Motor Carrier Trucking Division as a Safety Enforcement Officer and Peace Officer, keeping dangerous trucks off the road.
His untimely passing at 68 years has left a void in the hearts and lives of those that love him. We will never forget his wisdom, wit, and compassion.
Steve loved the arts & attending sporting events with Sheryl. They were season ticket holders for the Blue Bombers and Goldeyes, WSO Pops & MTC. In the past year Steve took out a family membership to the Leaf & Zoo. He participated in a Bocce League year round & loved the comradery of being on a team . One of his favourite things to do every day was playing “Wordle” with Sheryl at midnight.
Steve was always happy to help friends and family fixing things around their homes. He renovated two homes by himself from top to bottom, and getting them on the market were huge accomplishments. 
Funeral services were held February 8, 2024 at Chesed Shel Emes. Pallbearers were Cole Leinburd, Anthony Pelayo, Lawrence Marmel, Allison Marmel, David Greenberg, MarlePe Cantor and honourary Ron Cantor.

Steve had a loving relationship with Victoria & Howard. He was welcomed into the family with open arms.  In honour of Steve’s memory, donations can be made to the Victoria and Howard Levine Fund at the Jewish Foundation of Manitoba.
https://www.jewishfoundation.org/send-a-card
Steven’s legacy lives on through his family, who vow to honour his memory by embracing his motto:  “Don’t Show off, Show up!”

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