Miriam Karole Gerber, z”l, passed away Aug. 5, 2021, at age 98.

Miriam Sondheimer was born Dec. 2, 1922. As a young adult, Miriam was deported from Germany in October 1940. Miriam and her family were extremely fortunate to have been granted asylum in the Dominican Republic from 1941 through 1946. Miriam moved to New York City in 1946 along with her immediate family. For many years, Miriam worked as a secretary for the Leo Baeck Institute in New York City. She moved from the East Coast to the West Coast to be with her son and his family. Miriam was a resident of Rose Schnitzer Manor in Portland for about 15 years. 

Miriam was an avid reader, spoke several languages, and was patient, wise and beautiful inside and out. 

Virtual services were held Aug. 11 by Holman’s Funeral Home.