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ALLENE MENDELSON KLASS

Allene Mendelson Klass, a pioneer in the historic fight for reproductive rights, passed away Jan. 18, 2022. Allene is survived by her children, Gregory Klass, Daniel Klass, Kayla Reich, and Leah Klass; her grandchildren, Kamen Klass, Marley Klass, Lila Reich, Leila Klass, and Anisa Klass; an…

YOSEF DAVID HASSON

Yosef David Hasson, z”l, Yosef David ben Avrohom v’Miriam,  passed away peacefully in his sleep on Jan. 13, 2022, in Tzfat, Israel. He is survived by his beloved wife, Esther Sara; his children, Miriam, Emily, Molly and Alena; and his grandchildren, Tony, Zahra, Ben and Sophia.
He was an …

LEO ARFER

Leo Arfer, z”l, also known as "Leo the Lion," passed away Dec. 31, 2021. He is survived by beloved friends and family including his wife, Patti; daughters, Hannah Fisher and Rory Lindo; his son, Ethan Arfer; his daughter-in-law, Christinia Lively; his three wonderful grandchildren, Sophia,…

ROBERT FURMAN

Robert Furman, z”l, died at the hospital Dec. 21, 2021, surrounded by his wife Nanette, his sons Ben and Jake and daughter-in-law Brooke.

Bob was a member of Congregation Kol Ami in Vancouver, Wash. He was related to many in the congregation, and so Kol Ami sends condolences not just to h…

JULIE BURGER

Julie Burger, z”l, passed away the night of Dec. 16-17, 2021, in Virginia. Julie is survived by her husband, Les, and her sons and grandchildren.

Julie served in the leadership of Congregation Kol Ami in Vancouver, Wash., for many years and in many ways. The congregation’s announcement …