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JEAN RIFKIN

With sorrow, Congregation Kol Ami announces the death of Jean Rifkin, z”l, the mother of our member Marty Rifkin, on Monday, Jan. 12, in Vancouver, Wash. at the age of 100.

A woman of intellect, creativity, and deep devotion to her family and community, Jean lived a life defined by curios…

JANET FRIEDMAN

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 Duc…

JEROME LEWIS

It is with deep sadness that Congregation Shaarie Torah announces the passing of Jerome “Jerry” Lewis, z”l, beloved father of Wendy Comstock. Jerry passed away on Sunday, Jan. 4, 2026 at the age of 99.

He leaves a loving family: wife, Joanne, children: Richard Lewis, Michael Lewis and…

ENID BECK

It is with great sorrow that Congregation Kol Ami announces the death of Enid Beck, z”l, who passed away Friday, Jan. 2.

She is survived by Leah, Brandon & Bailey Bordman.

A funeral service will be held today, Jan. 7, at 1 pm at Northwood Park Cemetery in Ridgefield, Wash, with shiva thi…

TONY GIANGRECO

It is with tremendous sorrow that Congregation Kol Ami announces the death of Tony Giangreco, z”l, on Wednesday, Dec. 31, 2025 in Spokane, Wash.

He is survived by children Lisa and Anthony, wife Jessica and all of their children and extended family.

The funeral was held Tuesday, Jan. 6 a…