Congregation Beth Israel mourns the loss of Janet Hupert Friedman, z”l, who passed away on Jan. 4, 2026, at the age of 94.

Janet is survived by her children, Don Friedman (Lara Young), Steve Friedman, and Ann Friedman (Steve List); grandchildren, Eddie Friedman, Isaac Ducker, and Iris Ducker; and other extended family. Janet is preceded in death by her parents, Sue and Edward Hupert, z”l; brothers, Joseph and Jeffrey Hupert, z”l; and father of her children, Barry Friedman, z”l.

The family held a private funeral on Friday, January 9, 2026. Donations in Janet’s memory can be made to Oregon Public Broadcasting.