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Dr. Herbert Joseph Semler, z”l, a pioneering cardiologist, inventor and entrepreneur, passed away peacefully at home on July 12, one month and a half shy of his 97th birthday. Born in Portland August 30, 1928, Dr. Semler attended Grant High School and Reed College before graduating from th…
Congregation Kesser Israel extends our heartfelt condolences to Rabbi Chanan and Meira Spivak on the passing of Rabbi Spivak’s beloved brother Joshua Spivak, z”l, of Berkeley, Calif, who passed away on Shabbat, July 12, 2025. Josh is survived by his wife, Amelia, and their two sons, Shal…
Sephardic Adventure Camp mourns the passing of longtime SAC grandparent Al Benoliel, z”l. 'Grandpa Al' was a light to our SAC community and offered his handmade wood-carved mezuzot and hamsas to our campers to paint on multiple occasions - most recently at Sephardic Day Camp just weeks ag…
Congregation Ahavath Achim regrets to announce the passing of Bernice Notrica Menashe, z”l, on July 9, 2025.
Born in Los Angeles, beloved wife of Lou Menashe, z”l, daughter of Albert and Amelia Notrica, z”l and sister to Sarah (Nace) Treves, z”l. She is survived by her children Na…
Congregation Beth Israel mourns the loss of Barney Milstein, z”l, who passed away on Tuesday, July 8 at the age of 89. Barney is survived by Susan Milstein, Benjamin Milstein, Isaac Milstein, Rebeca Cotera, Hannah Hendry, and Judy Altman. A memorial service was held Sunday, July 13, at Con…
