Goodman-Bensman

(Nee Solochek), native of Milw., WI passed away peacefully on Apr. 17, 2022 at Sarasota Memorial Hospital in Sarasota. She was 86 years young. Beloved wife of Henry Rynski for nearly 68 years. Loving mother of Darlene (Byron) Arbeit and Robin (David) Mintz. Proud grandmother of Erin Friend, Meredith Petrone, Julia Jacobson, Amanda Arbeit, Jordan Mintz, Joshua Mintz, and Jenna Mintz and 9 great-grandchildren: Ari, Eli and Ezra Friend; Jonah, Tess and Charlie Petrone; and Liam, Jack and Ellie. Dear aunt of David and Terri Solochek. Further survived by other relatives and friends. Her legacy will be carried forward through all the good done by those she touched. She will be deeply...

(Nee Dizon) of Mequon passed away on Feb. 3, 2022, at the age of 93. Loving wife of the late Marvin Feldman. Dear mother of Julie Feldman and Marianne Canter. Sister of Mona Schudson, the late Suzanne Gilbert, and the late Jeffrey Dizon. Grandmother of Tammy Hoffman and Sarah (Freddy) Francious. Great-grandmother of Dexter Hoffman. Loving companion to the late Robert Fey. Further survived by beloved nieces, nephews, and friends. Graveside services Monday, February 7 at 2:00 PM at Forest Hill Cemetery, 1 Speedway Road, Madison. Please see funeral home website for full notice and Zoom information. Memorial contributions to Emanu-El B'ne Jeshurun Bernice Gratch Children's Library Fund...

Passed away Dec. 14, 2021 at the age of 74. Loving father of Scott (Dawn) Schwartz. Proud grandfather of Benjamin and Dylan Schwartz. Dear brother of Robert (Jerri) and Samuel (Shanit) Schwartz. Further survived by his dear nieces and cousins and a network of close friends. Mike so dearly loved his family and had a story to tell about everyone in his clan! A graveside service with military honors will be held on Fri., Dec. 17, 2021 at 1:00 PM at Second Home Cemetery, 3705 S. 43rd St., Milw. Friends and family are also welcome to attend the service via Zoom. Please see funeral home website for zoom link: www.goodmanbensman.com. Memorial contributions to the WI Independent Learning...

(Nee Gumbiner) lived life to the fullest and touched so many lives. On Saturday, December 11, 2021, Nita, loving wife to the late Milton Soref and cherished mother to Ellen Soren, Douglas Soref (Cathy) and Marcia Soref, passed away at the age of 95. Nita was adored by her grandchildren, Scott Soren (Teresa), Meredith Soren Freese (Chad), Maryn Soref, Rylan Soref (Emily) and Colton Soref. Nita also leaves behind seven great-grandchildren, Sadie and Ryan Soren; Sloane and Elle Freese; Eloise, Catharine and Mabel Soref, all of whom she touched with her generosity and zest for life. Nita was a cherished friend to so many and deeply valued her friendship and the care provided by Vantana...

Passed away May 16, 2021 at the age of 103. Beloved husband of the late Bertha Friedman (nee Altschuler). Cherished father of Diane (the late Fred) Loeb, Paul (dear companion of Janet Weaver) Friedman and the late Brian Friedman. Loving grandfather of Jana and Adam Loeb. Further survived by nieces, nephews, other loving relatives and dear friends. A graveside service was held at Forest Hill Cemetery, Madison. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions made to Beth Israel Center of Madison or Agudas Achim Chabad of Mequon appreciated. goodmanbensman.com

Marvin L Conney, 94, of Madison, WI died on Thursday, March 25, 2021 in Palm Desert, CA. He was born on March 17, 1927 in Milwaukee, WI, the son of Nathan and Belle (Burstein) Conney. He is survived by his son, David Conney, MD of Los Angeles, CA; daughter, Lisa Conney Rosenstock, and son-in-law, Rick Rosenstock, of Madison; as well as four granddaughters: Jayme, Kylie, Lauren, and Mara Rosenstock. He was preceded in death by his parents, Nat and Belle Conney; his wife, Mildred "Babe" Golper Conney; and his sister, Joyce Conney Flaherty. Marv grew up in Ripon, WI and dropped out of high school to serve in the US Navy (1945-1946). He graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Madison with...

Marvin L Conney, 94, of Madison, WI died on Thursday, March 25, 2021 in Palm Desert, CA. He was born on March 17, 1927 in Milwaukee, WI, the son of Nathan and Belle (Burstein) Conney. He is survived by his son, David Conney, MD of Los Angeles, CA; daughter, Lisa Conney Rosenstock, and son-in-law, Rick Rosenstock, of Madison; as well as four granddaughters: Jayme, Kylie, Lauren, and Mara Rosenstock. He was preceded in death by his parents, Nat and Belle Conney; his wife, Mildred "Babe" Golper Conney; and his sister, Joyce Conney Flaherty. Marv grew up in Ripon, WI and dropped out of high school to serve in the US Navy (1945-1946). He graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Madison with...

Harriet Steinberg started every morning with the Jumble and Cryptoquip puzzles in the Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel, a habit she continued despite having problems with her hands in her 90s. When she couldn't easily hold a pencil, she simply did the puzzles in her head. Kind, soft-spoken, intellectually curious, and remarkably free of any taste for gossip, Harriet was much loved by family and friends. A meticulous bookkeeper who pored over accounts to find the slightest discrepancy, she was a valued employee at several Milwaukee businesses. She served as treasurer of every organization in which she was involved, including North Shore Hadassah, where she held that post for 20 years. Harriet was...

Passed away Sept. 30, 2020 at the age of 80. Formerly of Manitowoc, WI, she was preceded in death by her parents, Ann and Isadore Schwartz, and her brother, Michael Schwartz. She is survived by her niece, Traci Schwartz, her great-nephew, Tayten Sanderson, her aunt, Bess Schwartz, and numerous cousins and good friends. Carol graduated from the University of WI, Madison in 1962 with a BA and later earned an additional degree in Elementary Education and a Masters Degree in Library and Informational Science from UWM. She was employed by the public relations firm Barkin, Herman and Associates in the 1960s, the early years of the Schlitz Circus Parade. The firm played a major role in founding...

Russel E. Blankenheim, formerly of Lyndon Station, passed away in Milwaukee, WI on August 29, 2020 at the age of 82. Preceded in death by his parents, Louis Peter and Elizabeth Catherine (nee Rohlinger) Blankenheim. Dear brother of Carol (Dr. James) Zellmer, Gail (Lance) Marusic and the late Michael (Margie) Blankenheim. Further survived by nieces, nephews and friends. Private services to be held. Goodman-Bensman Whitefish Bay Funeral Home assisting the family. goodmanbensman.com 414-964-3111

Jay M. Galst, M.D., 69, beloved husband, father, son, grandfather, brother, cousin, uncle, and friend, passed away peacefully after a brave battle with coronavirus. Dr. Galst, born in Milwaukee, WI, obtained a B.S. in chemistry from the University of Wisconsin (1972). He moved to New York City with his wife, Joann, for Medical School at Columbia University (1976). He was an ophthalmologist in private practice in Manhattan for many decades and recently joined Omni Eye Services to continue to see his patients. He was a clinical professor at the NY Medical College, a senior attending surgeon at NY Eye and Ear Infirmary, an honorary surgeon of the New York City Police Department, and an...

Passed away on October 27, 2019 at the age of 64. Beloved son of Marcia Schuster (nee Miller) and the late Morris Schuster. Cherished father of Charlie and Aaron Schuster. Loving brother of Jeffrey (dear companion Karen Schmidt), Judy, Michael (Kelly) and the late Gary Schuster. Further survived by his dear friend Andrea (Bruce) Saewitz, niece Melissa Torchia, nephews Jordan, Sam, and Josh Schuster, other loving relatives and many dear friends. Funeral services Wednesday, October 30 at 12:00 PM at Goodman-Bensman Whitefish Bay Funeral Home, 4750 N. Santa Monica Blvd., Whitefish Bay, WI. Burial to follow at Second Home Cemetery, 3705 S. 43rd St., Milwaukee, WI. In lieu of flowers,...

Passed away unexpectedly on Aug. 28, 2019 at the age of 51. Steve is survived by his wife Aimee, son Henry, mother Patsy O'Connor, brother Mike (Donna) O'Connor, sister Lori (Tim) Kneeland, mother-in-law Lynn Speed, sister-in-law Angela (Joe Boblick) Speed, and brother-in-law David (Shannon) Speed. Further survived by nieces and nephews, Courtney, Alexander, Connor, Quinn, Ryan, Kemily, Ruby, Collin, and Claire, as well as many loving aunts, uncles, and special cousins. Steve was preceded in death by his father, Lawrence O'Connor, and father-in-law, Charles Speed. The family will receive calls of condolence on Sat., Aug., 31st beginning at 11:00 AM with a brief service at 12:30 PM AT...

Passed away unexpectedly on Aug. 28, 2019 at the age of 51. Steve is survived by his wife Aimee, son Henry, mother Patsy O'Connor, brother Mike (Donna) O'Connor, sister Lori (Tim) Kneeland, mother-in-law Lynn Speed, sister-in-law Angela (Joe Boblick) Speed, and brother-in-law David (Shannon) Speed. Further survived by nieces and nephews, Courtney, Alexander, Connor, Quinn, Ryan, Kemily, Ruby, Collin, and Claire, as well as many loving aunts, uncles, and special cousins. Steve was preceded in death by his father, Lawrence, and father-in-law, Charles Speed. The family will receive calls of condolence on Sat., Aug., 31st beginning at 11:00 AM with a brief service at 12:30 PM at...

Passed away Aug. 25, 2019 at the age of 70. Preceded in death by her parents, Eugene and Shirley (nee Kushner). Dear partner for 40 years of the late Claude Vander Veen. Loving sister of Stephanie Schaffer and Leslie Schaffer. Further survived by other dear relatives and friends. A graveside funeral service was held at Mount Carmel Cemetery, Lincoln, NE. Memorial contributions to ASPCA, Sierra Club or The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research appreciated.

Passed away August 25, 2019 at the age of 86. Beloved wife of the late Gerald S. Watton. Loving mother of Samuel (Kim), Michael (Debra) and the late Mark Watton. Proud grandmother of Jerry (Alyssa), Alex, Alyse, Elaine, Melissa, Jacob and Erin Watton and great-grandmother of Rylan and Sophia. Further survived by other dear relatives and friends. Funeral service, Wednesday, August 28 at 10:00 AM at Alexander Levitt Funeral Home, 8135 W. McNab Road, Tamarac, FL. Interment in NY. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions appreciated to the charity of your choice.

Passed away Aug. 12, 2019 at the age of 61. Beloved husband of Valerie Rosenberg (nee Berg). Cherished father of Stephanie Rosenberg and Michael (Nikki) Rosenberg. Loving "beepa" of Harper and Isabella Rosenberg. Dear son of Ruth Rosenberg (nee Goodmann) and the late Stanley Rosenberg. Fond brother of Sheryl Kruckenberg, Eugene Rosenberg and Sandy (Kapil) Dass. Further survived by other loving relatives and many dear friends. Funeral services Thur., Aug. 15 at 11:00 AM AT THE FUNERAL HOME (in Gary's honor, flip-flops are encouraged). Burial to follow at Spring Hill Cemetery, 166 S. Hawley Ct., Milwaukee. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions made to Milwaukee Jewish Day...

Passed peacefully at the age of 82 on Fri., Aug. 9,2019. Preceded in death by his loving parents, Sarah (nee Brodsky) and Arthur Zitron. Dear brother of Michelle (Gerald) Bodner. Devoted father of Anne (the late David) Casey, Jennifer Suomi, Alison Zitron and Barnett (Lindsey Todres) Zitron. Proud grandfather of Sam (Nicole) Casey, Clara Casey, Olivia Suomi, Arthur Leo Zitron and great-grandfather of Teddy Casey. Loving former husband of Sharon (Ted) Pincus and Amy Zitron. He is also survived by three loving nephews, Bill (Barbara) Bodner, Daniel (Robin Haueter) Bodner and Jon (Lisa) Bodner. Born and raised in Milw., Ben was a Shorewood High School graduate, class of '55, and a Yale...

Passed away July 30, 2019 at the age of 74. Beloved husband of the late Randee La Pidus (nee Sadowsky). Loving father of Steven D. La Pidus. Dear brother of Julie (Avi) Nof and fond brother-in-law of Julie (Michael) Shlensky and Michael (Jane) Sadowsky. Dear uncle of Sharon (Derek) Bastin and Melissa (Pinny) Bulman, Jonathan and Daniel Sadowsky, Jason (Sarah) and David (Chelsea) Shlensky. Further survived by other loving relatives and dear friends. Funeral service Thursday, August 1 (TODAY) at 11:00 AM at Cong. Shalom, 7630 N. Santa Monica Blvd., Fox Point. Burial to follow at Spring Hill Cemetery, 166 S. Hawley Ct., Milwaukee. Memorials to Congregation Shalom, the American Heart...

Rose Daitsman, a pioneering educator and human rights activist, passed away last week in Milwaukee. Described as a "force of nature," Ms Daitsman's indefatigable energy and strong sense of justice and equity led her to advocate for, and create, social change in an array of fields throughout her long and accomplished life. Arriving in Milwaukee in 1972 with a background in Engineering (BE, Cooper Union, 1949) and Education (MA, Xavier University, 1966), Ms Daitsman earned a position at the College of Engineering and Applied Science at the University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee. She quickly realized the dearth of minority students in the school and set out to change it. University administrators...

(Nee Herzoff) Passed away July 23, 2019 at the age of 100. Preceded in death by her beloved husband, the late James M. Pasch. Loving mother of Carol (James) Ross of Bayside, Steven (the late Joan) Pasch of Las Vegas and Dr. Allan (Sandy) Pasch of Shorewood. Cherished grandmother of Michael (Kirsten Fruit) Ross, David (Jessica) Ross, Dr. Lauren (Fred Cannon) Pasch, Whitney Pasch and Jimmy Pasch. Dear great-grandmother of Ethan and Elliot Fruit-Ross. Further survived by loving nieces and nephews. The family wishes to express its deep gratitude to Sylvia's caregivers: Mary, Trisha, Nanette, Jane, Jill, Cissy, and Sharon. Sylvia was an early member of Cong. Shalom and served as the...