Dressler's Jewish Funeral Care

Terry Levy Liebowitz, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on December 23, 2024, in New Orleans, Louisiana. She was 87 years old. Born and raised in Augusta, Georgia, Terry was a fighter, whose life was filled with devotion, accomplishment, and a steadfast love for those closest to her. A proud graduate of the Academy of Richmond County and the University of Georgia, Terry's intelligence and determination were evident in all her pursuits. Terry met Jack Liebowitz at college, beginning a lifelong love story with their marriage in 1958 until his untimely death in 2008. Together, they built a family filled with love and cherished traditions. Terry was a stable...

Zinnia Engelhardt, 82, of Savannah, Georgia passed away on November 28th. Zinnia is predeceased by her parents, Eva and Julius Schonhaut, and her husband of 59 years, Jack Engelhardt. She is survived by her children, Roz and Stephen Harris and Susann Shenk, and grandchildren, Mallory (Alex Sherman), Elayna and Julia Harris, and Aaron and Justin Shenk, her sister, Charlotte Katz, and nephews Steven (Gia) Katz and son, Ezra and Jeffrey (Fran) Katz and son, Noah. Zinnia was born in Brooklyn, graduating high school at 16, and then attending Brooklyn College, majoring in elementary education. Her teaching career spanned decades, leaving a lasting impression on countless students who adoringly...

Jewel "Julie" Eisenstein Hirsch, died Thursday morning November 14, 2024 at age 88 at Sullivan House in Marietta, Georgia. Julie was an interesting and interested individual and an exemplary educator. A gifted performer and raconteur, she connected with real meaning to an audience, be it school children, her congregation, her adult b'nai mitzvah classes or people transitioning through job changes. A lover of books, knowledge and history she amassed a treasured library that was a true source of pride. World travels with her beloved husband Norman centered around a thirst for knowledge and experiences. These travels and her reading and study lead to an in depth knowledge of Jews and Judaism...

Irwin Joseph Trestman, M.D., a devoted husband and father, and an esteemed physician, passed away on November 4, 2024, at the age of 76. Born in 1948, he dedicated his life to the service of others, both as a compassionate doctor and a loving family man. Irwin was married to his beloved wife, Amy, for 45 years, and together they raised three wonderful sons, Dr. Michael (Angela) Trestman, Dr. Eric (Piper) Trestman, and Dr. Ian (Lindsay) Trestman, all of whom were his greatest source of pride and joy. He is also survived by his three adored grandchildren Carter, Mills, and Maia, his devoted sisters Janice (Joseph) Nodvin and Freida Mae Gottsegen, and a large and loving clan of relatives and...

Irwin Joseph Trestman, M.D., a devoted husband and father, and an esteemed physician, passed away on November 4, 2024, at the age of 76. Born in 1948, he dedicated his life to the service of others, both as a compassionate doctor and a loving family man. Irwin was married to his beloved wife, Amy, for 45 years, and together they raised three wonderful sons, Dr. Michael (Angela) Trestman, Dr. Eric (Piper) Trestman, and Dr. Ian (Lindsay) Trestman, all of whom were his greatest source of pride and joy. He is also survived by his three adored grandchildren Carter, Mills, and Maia, his devoted sisters Janice (Joseph) Nodvin and Freida Mae Gottsegen, and a large and loving clan of relatives and...

Diane Lynn Frontman, 64, of Alpharetta Georgia passed away on September 16, 2024. Diane was born in Williamsport PA. She attended Junior High and High School in San Juan, Puerto Rico. She graduated Trinity University in San Antonio with a BA in Journalism. She worked in Automobile Finance for over 30 years. Her life was dedicated to her son's, Danny and Willie Frontman, and her husband, Ken. They shared immeasurable joy together. She was very close to her sister, Sandra throughout her life and her family. Diane was Catholic. When blessed with children she wanted her children to be raised Jewish, Ken's religion, and they were very active members of Congregation Dor Tamid in John's Creek,...

Judy Framer Frank, 77, born on April 6, 1947 and raised in Galveston, TX, died on September 12, 2024 in Atlanta, GA of aspiration pneumonia from chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy and new onset cirrhosis from nonalcoholic fatty liver disease. She is preceded in death by her parents, Sylvia and Sam Framer, older sister, Fillis Frank (Dr. Stuart Frank), and husband Dr. Larry Frank. She is survived by two daughters, Stephanie Lambert (Ryan Lambert, granddaughters Riley and Emerson) and Amy Frank (Jon Bradie). Judy attended the University of Texas at Austin, TX and was a member of Delta Phi Epsilon sorority. She graduated with a BS in elementary education in 1969, and married a...

Jeanne Phyllis Shugerman Denson passed peacefully in Atlanta, Georgia on August 2, 2024 after a brief illness with her children by her bedside. Jeanne was born in Birmingham, Alabama on August 9, 1925 and was the only and very much loved child of Ida and Abraham Shugerman. The Shugerman family moved to Gadsden when Jeanne was fourteen years old. After high school, Jeanne studied journalism at the University of Alabama and was active as a song writer and danced for the Army troops as part of the USO during World War II. Jeanne left her university studies to marry Allan Irving Denson on January 6, 1946, and for the next fifty years together, Jeanne and Allan devoted their lives to their...

Simmy Saroff Barrocas, 55, of Potomac MD, passed away after a long battle with breast cancer on July 20th, 2024 in Potomac, MD. The burial will be held at Greenwood Cemetery in Atlanta, GA on Tuesday July 23rd at 2pm. Simmy was born in Knoxville, TN to Sylvia and Leon Saroff on April 24, 1969. She attended Bearden High School and graduated in 1987. She then attended the University of Alabama, where she earned a BA in Education. Professionally and personally, Simmy's mission in life was to make our world a better place. She worked as a compliance officer at Navigate Affordable Housing in Birmingham, AL for over 20 years, ensuring accessible, affordable housing options. After moving to...

William Herschel Wisebram, age 94, Cartersville, Georgia died May 11, 2024. Born in Thomaston, Georgia, Herschel graduated from the University of Alabama in 1953 after a pause for army service. In his youth, his family moved around the South, until they took root in Piedmont, Alabama. But he found his home in the city of Cartersville, Georgia, when he came to work at WBHF, the radio station he managed and later purchased. Under his leadership and vision, this small broadcast station won unprecedented statewide accolades for quality programming and civic engagement. By the time he retired in 1999, Herschel's voice was easily recognized and loved by generations of Cartersville Purple...

Barbara B. Greene, born Dec. 10, 1930 in Boston, MA and passed away on April 28th, 2024 in Atlanta, Georgia surrounded by family. She earned a PhD from Boston University and was a psychologist in private practice in Boston for many years. She is predeceased by her son, David S. Greene and sister, Rachel Glotzer. Barbara is survived by her loving husband, Robert J. Greene, MD of 62 years and leaves their two sons, Kenneth M. Greene, Stephen S. Greene (Suzanne White) and three step-children, Steven Milender, Linda Ortwein (Tom Ortwein) and Karen Shackford (Fred Shackford). There are also 12 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren. "Barbara's elegant kindness was profound and she had a way of...

Barbara B. Greene, born Dec. 10, 1930 in Boston, MA and passed away on April 28th, 2024 in Atlanta, Georgia surrounded by family. She earned a PhD from Boston University and was a psychologist in private practice in Boston for many years. She is predeceased by her son, David S. Greene and sister, Rachel Glotzer. Barbara is survived by her loving husband, Robert J. Greene, MD of 62 years and leaves their two sons, Kenneth M. Greene, Stephen S. Greene (Suzanne White) and three step-children, Steven Milender, Linda Ortwein (Tom Ortwein) and Karen Shackford (Fred Shackford). There are also 12 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren. "Barbara's elegant kindness was profound and she had a way of...

Eileen Arden Sedgwick, 75, of Spring, Texas, died on March 27, 2024. A graveside funeral will be held at 10:30 AM on Monday, April 1st at Crest Lawn Memorial Park in Atlanta. To access the online guest book and livestream link, visit www.jewishfuneralcare.com. Arrangements by Dressler's, 770-451-4999.

Eileen Arden Sedgwick, 75, of Spring, Texas, died on March 27, 2024. A graveside funeral will be held at 10:30 AM on Monday, April 1st at Crest Lawn Memorial Park in Atlanta. To access the online guest book and livestream link, visit www.jewishfuneralcare.com. Arrangements by Dressler's, 770-451-4999.

Deane Austin Smigrod, 99, of Roslyn, NY; Greensboro, NC; and Sandy Springs, GA passed away Thursday, March 7th in Atlanta. A graveside funeral will be held 10:00 AM Sunday, March 10th in the Greensboro Hebrew Cemetery. Dressler's 770-451-4999.

Ann Serwitz, 84, of Atlanta, Georgia died September 20, 2023. Ann was born in Stamford, CT and grew up in Richmond, VA. She was a life member of Hadassah and worked for the Israel Consulate in Atlanta for many years. Devoted to her family, she is survived by daughters Carolyn (Gary) Fish and Ruth (David) Radin, son Micah (Tammy) Serwitz, grandchildren Rachel, Eliana, Mitchell, Jason, and Julia, and nieces and nephews Paul Serwitz, Cele Seldon, Aaron Drew, and Elliot Drew. Graveside services were held on Friday, September 22 at Arlington Memorial Park in Atlanta, GA. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Hadassah. Arrangements by Dressler's Jewish Funeral Care, 770-451-4999.

Marsha Kass Marks died September 8, 2023. Born May 6, 1935 in New York, she graduated summa cum laude from Hunter College in 1956 and Yale University with a Master's in History in 1957. She taught at Georgia State University, joining Alabama A&M University as Associate Professor of History in 1965. She taught at Georgia Perimeter College after returning to Atlanta to live with her daughter. Marsha was an avid reader with an insatiable curiosity; she was also a passionate believer in the separation of church and state, reproductive rights, and civil rights. Marsha will be remembered for her sweet nature, her sense of humor, and her unwavering love for her husband and daughter. Preceded...

Peter Ellis Gordy, 74, of Atlanta, passed away Tuesday, August 29th, 2023. Peter was the son of Dr. Fred Gordy Jr. and Marijo Perry Gordy. Peter was born and raised in Conway, AR. He is survived by his wife Anne, daughter Jessica Berk, son Samuel, siblings Luke, Jill, Ellen, and Graham, and grandchildren Layne Berk, Kenley Berk, and Emaline Gordy. Peter was a storyteller. He was an idea guy and spent his professional life in the field of marketing and advertising. He was a syndicated columnist and the author of a book, "Toadsuck Tales", a collection of stories growing up in 1950's Toadsuck, AR. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the American Red Cross. According to Peter, it's the...

Peter Ellis Gordy, 74, of Atlanta, passed away Tuesday, August 29th, 2023. Peter was the son of Dr. Fred Gordy Jr. and Marijo Perry Gordy. Peter was born and raised in Conway, AR. He is survived by his wife Anne, daughter Jessica Berk, son Samuel, siblings Luke, Jill, Ellen, and Graham, and grandchildren Layne Berk, Kenley Berk, and Emaline Gordy. Peter was a storyteller. He was an idea guy and spent his professional life in the field of marketing and advertising. He was a syndicated columnist and the author of a book, "Toadsuck Tales", a collection of stories growing up in 1950's Toadsuck, AR. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the American Red Cross. According to Peter, it's the...

Mr. Lawrence 'Larry' Brian Bress, 74, of Bremen, Georgia, died July 26, 2023. Larry was born in Atlanta, Georgia, in 1948 to George and Dorothy (Austern) Bress. He was a retired Sales Manager for CACO Window Fashions. A graduate of Druid Hills High School, Larry received his bachelor's degree from Georgia State University where he was a member of Alpha Epsilon Pi fraternity. Larry was also a United States Army Reserves veteran. Larry loved animals, Atlanta Braves baseball and all things Auburn University. Larry possessed a dry sense of humor, and enjoyed teasing and making a joke whenever the opportunity arose. Preceded in death by his wife Terri; parents George and Dorothy; sister Mona...

Helene Mershon, age 91, of Alpharetta passed away on July 10, 2023. She was preceded in death by her husband, Bob Mershon. She is survived by her children, Mark (Gale) Mershon, Jay (Alison) Mershon, Rhonda Jarman and Ric Mershon; and grandchildren Corey, Amanda (Kent), Samuel, Jake, Mara; and great grandchildren, Riley, Colby, Kairon, and Viktorija. Graveside services were held at 10:00 am on July 13 at Green Lawn Cemetery, Roswell, GA. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Ben and Molly Mershon Memorial fund at Temple Emanuel, Haverhill, MA. Arrangements by Dressler's Jewish Funeral Care, 770-451-4999