Obituaries
REEVA LYNNE FEUER
Peacefully on Friday January 13, 2023, surrounded by her children, Reeva Lynne Feuer (nee Herstein) passed away at the age of 74.
Reeva was predeceased by her father Harvey Herstein (1996), her mother Rose Herstein (2010) and her husband Henry Feuer (2010). She will be sadly missed by her children Jeremy (Tiffany), Joshua (Chrissy), Jessica (Chad), her beloved grandchildren Nomi, Aaron, Hazel and Henry, her brother and sister-in-law Larry and Norma Herstein, her brothers-in-law Morris Feuer and Charles Feuer and sister-in-law Sharon Feuer. Reeva will also be missed by her nieces and nephews in the Feuer/Herstein families, and so many cousins and friends from Portland to Petach Tikvah.
Reeva was born July 10, 1948 the second of two children to Rose and Harvey Herstein and was raised in the North End of Winnipeg. She attended I.L. Peretz Folk School, Jefferson Junior High and Garden City Collegiate. She forged friendships with her girlfriends from her days on Rupertsland Avenue which lasted a lifetime. She obtained her teaching certificate from the University of Manitoba and worked in early childhood education in Waskada, Manitoba and in Winnipeg until her children were born. Once her children were all in school, Reeva went back to work helping to manage several dental practices in Winnipeg. Never one to sit idly by, after moving to Las Vegas in 2000, she continued to work full-time ultimately retiring from the accounting department at MGM Resorts International in 2015.
Reeva was fortunate to experience many adventures with her beloved husband Henry, from running a hotel in Waskada, Manitoba in the late 1960’s to moving with Henry to Las Vegas where they spent many days entertaining family and friends visiting from all over the U.S. and Canada. A trip to Israel in 2015 was a lifetime highlight as she got the opportunity to spend time with her dear cousins with whom she had corresponded her entire life. Reeva’s favourite days however were reserved for her grandchildren, her legacy. She was immensely proud of their accomplishments and looked so forward to visits to Winnipeg and Long Island, New York to see them.
Funeral services were held on Sunday January 29, 2023 at Congregation Etz Chayim. The pallbearers were Jeremy Feuer, Joshua Feuer, Jessica Stone, Nomi Feuer, Aaron Feuer and Lesley Herstein.
The Feuer family is forever grateful for the compassion and care shown by the doctors and staff at the Nathan Adelson Hospice in Las Vegas, Nevada . In lieu of flowers, the family respectfully requests that donations be made in Reeva’s memory to the Nathan Adelson Hospice at www.nah.org. .
Obituaries
Dr. VELIMIR KON B.Sc., B.Ed., M.Sc., Ph.D. September 18, 1950-June 27, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Dr. Velimir Kon, or Shlomo, beloved husband of Branka and father of Deborah and Lea. Velimir was an accomplished teacher and academic, and he was renowned for his intellectualism, humility and humanity.
A gentle soul who was always sociable and who genuinely loved people, Velimir was equally at home in the university classroom as a professor and as a secondary school Biology, Chemistry and Math teacher in Northern Ontario (Big Trout Lake) and Manitoba (God’s River, Berens River). Velimir made a difference to many First Nations students throughout a career that spanned decades. He was dedicated to his students, colleagues and family. An adept and talented pianist, Velimir enjoyed the arts and of course Jewish humour. He was an avid shul goer and supporter of Israel and enjoyed his duties in shul as a Kohayn. Velimir was a man of faith who was able to fuse his love of science and Judaism.
Born in Croatia, Europe (the former Yugoslavia) to Shoah survivors Rose (Rochel, ne Lederer) and Arnold Kon (Ariel), Velimir immigrated to Canada with his wife and girls in 1988, making many personal sacrifices along the way to ensure a peaceful and safe life for his family. Adaptability and optimism characterized Velimir. Known for his heart of gold, Velimir touched the lives of all who had the privilege of knowing him. A love of Jewish values, family values and life-long learning and education characterized Velimir. With his charming, outgoing and friendly personality, Velimir welcomed everyone into his life and into our home.
His kindness, humour, generosity and goodness will be deeply missed by his family and friends in Winnipeg, Victoria, B.C., Guelph, ON, Osijek, Croatia, Belgrade, Serbia, Los Angeles and Boston, U.S.A., and Israel, Jerusalem, Haifa and Karmiel. Baruch Dayan Haemet.
A traditional funeral was held on June 30, 2025 at the Hebrew Sick Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations can still be made to Chabad Lubavitch of Winnipeg, B’nai Brith or the JNF.
Velimir will be forever missed and cherished by Branka, Deborah and Lea.
Obituaries
ELAINE BEVERLEY KAPLAN
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our sister and aunt, Elaine Kaplan. She died on June 24, just a month shy of her 69th birthday.
She was diagnosed with lung cancer 15 months ago, and was given about six months to live, which she was able to exceed with great courage and determination.
Elaine was predeceased by our father Phil Kaplan and mother Bess Kaplan. She is survived by her brothers Gerry (Nancy Hughes), Allan (Rennie) and Sheldon (Mona), along with her nieces and nephews.
Elaine was able to remain at home up until a few days prior to her passing at the St. Boniface Hospital, which was her wish. She was employed by the Canada Revenue Agency for the majority of her career. She loved nature and was devoted to feeding the neighbourhood squirrels and birds. She also adopted and cared for many rescue rabbits over the years. Her family was important to her, and she loved attending family weddings and barbecues.
Donations can be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or to a pet rescue of your choice.
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ALAN KLUNER
Suddenly and unexpectedly, Alan Kluner passed away on July 11, 2025 at the young age of 66. Alan had a very good life despite some ongoing health challenges he met head on for the majority of his life. He loved family and was a very kind and loving son, brother and uncle.
Born in Winnipeg, Alan developed a small but close circle of friends he maintained for many years. His passions were following his sports teams (Jets, Vikings, Bombers) and attending numerous rock concerts.
Alan is survived by his oldest brother Martin (Reesa), his sister-in-law Hanna, his four nephews and nieces Mickey (Stephanie), Corey (Sean), Zev (Kristen), Elana (Danny), and his great-nephews and great-nieces Mason, Lucy, Nora, Remy and Enzo.
He was predeceased by his parents Bill and Phyllis, brother Kerry, and uncle Alvin Mantell.
Alan’s funeral service was graveside at Shaarey Zedek Cemetery on Tuesday July 15, officiated by Rabbi Matthew Leibl. Pallbearers were: Martin Kluner, Mickey Kluner, Corey Kluner, Elana Kluner, Henry Goldfeld, and Alan Levine. Honorary pallbearer was Albert Yanofsky.
For those who wish, donations in Alan’s memory may be made to Diabetes Canada or the charity of your choice.