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ROSE GOULDING March 21, 1921 – October 9, 2019

Rose GouldingIt is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Rose Goulding on Wednesday, October 9. She is survived by her son David in Vancouver, daughter in law Beverlee Bell, grandchildren Reagan, Kimberley & Sean, two great grandchildren Aiden & Wylder, their mother Sonja & loving nieces, Maxine Cristall and Sandra Novikoff, as well as numerous other family members. She was predeceased by son Morton and husband Joe. Although she passed peacefully in her sleep, Rose lived her life vibrantly and to the fullest but always with a view not to intrude in the lives of others.

 

Rose was born in Russia in 1921 and adopted by her aunt Broucha Ratuschna. The Ratuschna Family immigrated to Canada where the son of the family, Max, changed his name to Ratner and became the loving, supportive, and protective brother of Rose for the rest of his life. Rose was independent and fierce in her determination to create a life with her partner Joe Goulding. Together, they raised their two sons and lived in Winnipeg’s north end for their entire married life.With her drive and independent personality, Rose opened a ladies apparel shop and operated the establishment for 15 years. Afterwards Rose volunteered for many years with the Gwen Secter Creative Living Center & other charitable organizations. Rose was a sparkling and interesting conversationalist. Her humour remained as wry as it ever was and along with her infectious smile will be missed. Above all, what will be remembered about this beautiful loving woman is the love, kindness & devotion to her family & friends.
Funeral services were held Sunday, October 13 at Shaarey Zedek Cemetery. Mourners returned to the Portsmouth Retirement Residence & were joined by many residents for a meal of consolation and remembrances of Rose.         

Thanks to the staff & care workers at the Portsmouth who were always there to help & assist when needed.

If desired donations may be made in Rose’s memory to a charity of one’s choice.

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DR. CLIFFORD LEVI

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Clifford Levi – beloved husband, father, and physician. Cliff passed away on September 15, 2024, after a hard-fought battle with leukemia. 

Cliff was born in Winnipeg on May 28, 1951. He was the youngest of three siblings. He attended Grant Park High School, graduated from the University of Manitoba Faculty of Medicine in 1975, and completed his Residency in Diagnostic Radiology in 1979. In 1980, he joined the department of Ultrasound at the Health Sciences Centre.

Cliff had an outstanding career in medicine. He practiced for over 44 years as a Radiologist specializing in Ultrasound. He began working in the field while it was in its infancy, and contributed greatly to its development. He contributed over 30 papers to peer-reviewed journals and 27 chapters in leading imaging textbooks. He was loved and respected by his colleagues, and viewed the Ultrasound department as his second family. He served as the department’s Section Head for 22 years.

Cliff leaves behind his wife of 45 years, Carol. He was a dedicated father and will be missed dearly by his children, Kim and Jeremy. Despite his busy schedule and long work hours, he was always present when his family needed him. He would do anything for those around him. He had a strong moral compass, and was known for his exceptional kindness, quick wit, and wonderful sense of humour. He was an avid stargazer, golfer, and guitarist.

Services were held on September 18, 2024 at the Chesed Shel Emes. Dr. Marvin Slutchuk, Cliff’s physician and friend, led a beautiful service that highlighted Cliff’s character and impact on those around him.

The family would like to recognize the team at CancerCare Manitoba, especially Dr. James Johnston, for the exceptional quality of care Cliff received throughout his treatment. We also wish to express our thanks to Dr. Ted Lyons, Cliff’s friend and coworker of 46 years.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to CancerCare Manitoba or the charity of your choice.

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RABBI CARLA ELYNN FREEDMAN

Rabbi Carla Freedman will go down in history as a trailblazer. Not only was she the first Canadian woman to be ordained as a rabbi, she was also the first rabbi in history to become a grandmother.

With great sorrow, Rabbi Carla’s family announces that the trail reached its end when, after a short, but devastating illness, she passed away on Monday, September 23, 2024, just five weeks shy of her 80th birthday.

Carla Elynn Freedman was a leader from the moment she was born. While studying at West Kildonan Collegiate in her hometown, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada, she took on her first elected leadership role, serving as President of B’nai Brith Girls, District 6. In this role, she honed her storytelling skills, winning an international championship by recounting the heroics of Hannah Senesh. She also discovered what would become a deep, lifelong love of Judaism.

In 1965, shortly after the birth of her first daughter, Deborah, she became one of the earliest members of Temple Shalom, Winnipeg’s first Reform synagogue. She celebrated the birth of her second daughter, Rena, in trailblazing fashion, with the Temple’s first baby naming ceremony.

After earning a B.A. in English and a master’s in educational psychology from the University of Manitoba, Carla worked as a counsellor in private practice and as a management training specialist with the federal Department of Transportation. 

She celebrated her 40th birthday by leaving Winnipeg to pursue her passion for Reform Judaism full time. She enrolled in Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion in Cincinnati, Ohio, graduating with a master’s degree in Hebrew Letters in 1989. She was ordained the following year, becoming the first Canadian-born woman rabbi in the process.

While in rabbinical school, Carla met the love of her life, Jeanne Shanin. Carla and Jeanne spent 39 joyous years together, moving throughout the U.S. as Carla took on congregational pulpits at Beth Israel Congregation in Plattsburgh, New York, Jewish Family Congregation in South Salem, New York, and since 2013, at Beth Israel Congregation in Sun City Center, Florida.

In 1992, while serving in Plattsburgh, Carla achieved her most treasured accomplishment when, upon the birth of her grandson, Jesse, she became the first rabbi in history to become a grandmother. She repeated the feat two years later, with the birth of her granddaughter, Brianna.

While she had a lifelong aversion to the color green, she had a world-class green thumb and an unmatched gift for keeping her hundreds of plants healthy. She found immense joy in simple pleasures: spy novels, Israeli music, anchovies, black licorice, popcorn, Rachel Maddow, Monk, and anything from the British Isles. But by far her greatest joys were serving her congregations and spending time with her family.

Rabbi Carla is survived by her soulmate, Jeanne of Riverview, Florida; her daughters, Deborah Melman-Clement (Tim) of Kingston, Ontario and Rena Rubin-Hines (Michael) of Toronto; her grandchildren, Jesse Rubin of Calgary and Brianna Rubin of Toronto; her sister, Phyllis Yaffe of Toronto; and her niece, Sarah Yaffe (Jay, Lewis, and Reya) of Toronto.

She was predeceased by her parents, Lou and Yetta Freedman, and by her beloved pets, Mo and Harley.

The family would like to thank all those who cared for Carla with such skill and compassion. 

Funeral services were held Wednesday, September 25 at Beth Israel the Jewish Congregation of Sun City Center, 1115 E Del Webb Blvd., Sun City Center, Florida, 33573, USA. Shiva Minyan with open mic tributes will follow. To view the recordings, contact cowebmaster1@jcscc.org.

Shiva will also be held in Toronto from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., Sunday and Monday, September 29 and 30 at 70 Rosehill Ave., #208.

Please feel free to honour Rabbi Carla’s memory with a gift to Beth Israel Congregation’s newly created Rabbi Carla Freedman Memorial Fund for the purpose of bringing to the congregation live music, speakers, and scholars in residence; or the charity of your choice.

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MIRIAM MANDEL (nee LAZARECK)

The family of Miriam Mandel sadly announce her passing on September 24, 2024. As a beloved Mother, Grandmother, Great-Grandmother and Sister, we will deeply miss her. Her generous and kind heart, her fun and positive nature, and she always thought of others before herself.

Miriam leaves her son David, daughter Emma Lee; grandchildren, Adalena, Devorah and Yehudah; her three great-grandchildren, Dina, James and Vesna; her brothers, Melvin (Karyn), Jack (Zina) and Arnold (Libby) and nephews and nieces. She will be missed by all who knew her and remembered by all.

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