Community Review - 2.24.23

“We Move Forward By Not Stopping”: JFGH’s New Director of Holocaust Education Reflects on Past, Present, and Future

BY ADAM GROBMAN

Although the Holocaust occurred decades before Jenna Rappaport was born, it has always had a profound effect on her life.

“I’ve been aware of it pretty much as long as I can remember,” she says. “Friends in school would talk about family reunions or visiting their great-grandmother – and I slowly realized my family isn’t that big.” Jenna, a Third-Generation survivor, says that she has found it difficult to avoid the Holocaust and its study throughout her life. Her mother, Lillian, was the Director of Holocaust Education at the Jewish Federation for decades, and Jenna would join her for the annual Reading of Names program that honored those lost in the Shoah.

“From 7th grade on, I got involved in reading my family’s names at the program every year,” she says. “I wanted to read names.”

Earlier this year, Jenna transitioned into the role Lillian had held, becoming the new Director of Holocaust Education at the Jewish Federation of Greater Harrisburg.

Jenna received her Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Museum Studies from Penn State Harrisburg. Although her Master’s thesis focused on accounts of Holocaust survivors using the Edna Silverman Archive at the Harrisburg JCC, she hadn’t planned to go into the field of Holocaust education until she attended the 25th anniversary event of the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum in Washington, D.C.

“There were all these famous speakers – Bill Clinton, Elie Wiesel…” she remembers. “Then, the curator of the museum spoke – that was the ‘aha’ moment, that I could take my fascination and heritage with history and the Holocaust and combine it with my fascination with museum studies.”

So, more than seventy-five years after the end of the Holocaust – a time when there are fewer and fewer survivors still living - how does Jenna plan to ensure that we never forget?

“We move forward by not stopping,” she says. “It’s going to happen – eventually, we are going to lose all of our survivors. Once that generation is gone, we still have to keep moving, studying, and opening new doors of research to make it relevant to kids today.”

Jenna already has a few ideas on how to do that.

“I’m interested in bringing one of Yad Vashem’s traveling exhibits and guest speakers to the JCC,” she says. “An ongoing project is to continue the Edna Silverman Archive by interviewing Second-Generation children of survivors so that we have accounts of what it was like to grow up with parents who had gone through these experiences.”

She also plans to continue the methods that have made her successful in getting kids interested in Holocaust education through her classes at Gesher School.

“The most important thing you can ask on the first day of class is, ‘What do you want to learn? What questions do you have?’”

Jenna Rappaport can be reached at j.rappaport@jewishfedhbg.org

Jenna Rappaport, Director of Holocaust Education at the Jewish Federation of Greater Harrisburg.

Connections Across Communities, at the JCC and Beyond

BY ARNIE SOHINKI

Last month, we were excited to participate in a day of service at the Grass Campus in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day alongside community members across backgrounds and faiths, including Gov. Josh Shapiro and Lt. Gov. Austin Davis on the eve of Inauguration Day. Not only was it a great opportunity to introduce hundreds of people to our future home, but the program reflected the true nature of the campus itself: that it is here for all to use and to enjoy and a place where people from different corners of our community can learn, grow, and give back together. Beyond the many service projects that took place, much of the program highlighted the bonds, cooperation, and sometimes tense relationship between the Black and Jewish communities.

For generations, both of our communities have been persecuted, stigmatized, and discriminated against. Both have found ways to overcome challenges and achieve success. And we have both lived alongside each other – sometimes in harmony and at times with strain – and of course, overlap to some degree. According to the 2020 Pew Research Center survey, 15% of American Jews aged 18 to 29 identify as Hispanic, Black, Asian, multiracial, or some other race or ethnicity, compared with just 3% of American Jews aged 65 and older.

As the Jewish community becomes more ethnically and racially diverse, a survey of Jews of color – released in August 2021 – suggests that we have work to do to create communities that are inclusive and free of racism.

In recognition of February’s Black History Month, JFNA has released a video series exploring the relationship between the Black-Jewish communities. The series explores the little known connections between the communities, rare civil rights stories of cooperation, the Crown Heights riots of the early 1990s, and the question of whether Jews can be Black. To watch this series and to find more resources, visit www.jewishtogether.org/racialjustice

At the JCC, we are often asked “Do you have to be Jewish to come here?” The answer, of course, is that we are open to and welcome all. We have a very diverse membership group and have programs, activities, and events for all who want to participate.

There is perhaps no greater social service institution of Black-Jewish cooperation than the JCC. We learn alongside each other in our early childhood programs. We compete on the basketball court – a sport deeply important to the early-to-mid 20th century experience of both communities. And we become friends and deepen our relationship with each other through summer camp, holiday programs, and community gatherings.

As Ethan Katz and Ambassador Deborah Lipstadt (Special Envoy to Monitor and Combat Antisemitism), two professors of Jewish studies, have said: “To advance the cause of Black-Jewish relationships today, the great challenge is for voices of compassion and mutual respect to rise above the prevailing din of acrimony, misunderstanding, and distrust. Such voices should begin with a greater understanding of both Jews’ and Blacks’ complex, often painful histories and how the past has shaped each group’s collective identity.

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The relationship between the Black and Jewish communities today is complicated, characterized by both cooperation and conflict. With the rise of today’s racial justice movement, many Jews are taking active roles in this continuing struggle just as the Jewish community did during the Civil Rights Movement. In a time when it is becoming easier to silo alongside our own mishpacha (family), thank you to all who are continuing to engage in interfaith dialogue and action and reach out in support of each other.

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Community Review

Vol. 97, No. 4

February 24, 2023

(ISSN 1047-9996)

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An Amazing Year for Harrisburg BBYO

BY JACK KOTTLER AND JASON COHEN, CO-ADVISORS, HARRISBURG BBYO

Harrisburg’s very own BBYO chapter has had a great start to this year. Revitalized following COVID shutdown and cancelled events, the BBYO family has attracted more than twenty-five area teens to participate. The monthly activities have allowed our teens to spend time with one another, with opportunities to learn more about Judaism and having a great time while doing so.

This year’s activities have included a kickoff BBQ, apple picking, Latke Fest, and Snow

tubing at Ski Round Top. In addition, members of our chapter have participated in Liberty Regional events such as Cupcake Wars and Spin in Philadelphia, as well as a Winter Convention held at Camp Harlam.

Coming up on March 19, Harrisburg BBYO is hosting “ Tournies” at the JCC , a longstanding tradition in Liberty Region where members compete alongside their chapter in friendly competitions ranging from ping pong, cornhole, basketball, a Just Dance tournament,

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board games, singing, dancing, and more—all while showing off their chapter spirit in hopes of winning the coveted Spirit Stick! It should be a great event, and registration is open at: https://bbyo.org/bbyo-near-you/regions/ liberty-region/tournies-2023.

Our teens are getting involved in planning the chapter’s local activities as well as marketing those events to their peers; these are important learning experiences as our students learn how to build and maintain a

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successful organization.

“I think that BBYO is a great way for our kids to spend time together while they learn about community involvement. It is good skill building, as well as a way for them to connect with other Jewish teens - something they do not always get from their schools.” says Judith Hodara, mom of BBYO member, Yael.

If you are interested in learning more about BBYO, please contact either Jack or Jason at harrisburgazaadvisors@gmail.com.

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MARK YOUR CALENDARS

Community-wide Yom Hashoah observances

YOM HASHOAH

Holocaust Monument on Riverfront Park | Sunday morning, April 16, 11:00am

READING OF NAMES

A 24-hour vigil in which the names of those who perished in the Holocaust are read. Opening ceremony, Monday evening, April 17, 7:30pm Observance continues until Tuesday evening, April 18, 7:30pm

Communities Connect & Learn Through Foundation’s Small Congregations Initiative

BY ADAM GROBMAN

On a Tuesday night in January, more than eighty people from twenty-two congregations came together to participate in a webinar discussion titled “Life After Life,” the first of a 3-part lecture series presented by the Jewish Community Foundation of Central Pennsylvania’s Small Congregations Initiative in partnership with the Jewish Community Legacy Project. Organizers described the program as a captivating discussion that left the audience motivated and excited to continue to engage with one another across communities.

The lecture trio is the latest series of programs in the Foundation’s Small Congregations Initiative (SCI), a partnership formed in late 2019 to connect residents from across seventy pockets of Jewish life throughout the Central Pennsylvania region.

“The initiative started in October 2019, when we held our Creating Communities Conference,” says Rebecca Robinson, who helps to facilitate the Initiative through the Foundation. “We were planning another conference in 2020 until the pandemic hit – we quickly shifted to Zoom which allowed these communities to connect on a monthly basis at minimum, if not more.”

Monthly meetings usually draw twenty to thirty people from across the region, with special events bringing even more people together from areas like Hazelton, Bloomsburg, Carlisle, Chambersburg, Gettysburg, and many more.

“My first impression was that this is great – this is how you can be Jewish in the 21st century,” says Carolyn Lembeck, a member of Congregation Agudath Achim of Huntingdon and State College. “It really opens up a lot of opportunity to not only become friends with people, but to find new ways to share.”

Agudath Achim is the definition of a “small congregation,” and exactly the type of organization that the Foundation had in mind when they founded the program. Made up of about ten families, the congregation alternates between hosting services and events (usually once per month) at its shul in Huntingdon and at members’ homes. Only recently did the organization formalize into a nonprofit, with a president, officers, and board.

“We’ve all had various jobs and it’s typical of our group that most people find a way to be involved,” Carolyn says.

When the winter weather makes travel difficult for members like Carolyn, whose State College home is thirty miles and an hour drive time to Agudath Achim’s building, the Small Congregations Initiative helps to keep the connecting going and growing.

“I’m fascinated by the group and individuals who choose to reach out,” she says. “Our SCI friends in Bloomsburg invited us to make challah during Chanukah two years ago, and that was a lot of fun and they’ve been very helpful and stayed in touch.”

Those friends in Bloomsburg are part of the Beth Israel Congregation, where members see about twelve people join for lay-led services twice per month. The synagogue serves all branches of Judaism, but nearly shut down about a decade ago.

“I didn’t realize until that moment how important Judaism is to me,” says Susan Schwartz, who serves as Treasurer for the synagogue. “You need a place to go to say Kaddish, or for naming ceremonies and weddings – it’s a part of me, and the thought that it wouldn’t be there was like having a piece of me torn away.”

Susan says that the Small Congregations Initiative has not only helped engage members, but helped the synagogue to network and navigate through issues that are a common thread throughout these pockets of Jewish life.

Since joining, Beth Israel has hosted Zoom programs, Tu Bishvat celebrations, and even organized an in-person gettogether at Knoebels Amusement Resort for the SCI. There are even discussions of hosting Zoom Hebrew class for children in the small communities to connect with one another.

“It’s really paid off,” Susan says. “We’ve been gaining a couple new members every year – rather than closing, we’re looking at ways to grow further.”

To learn more about the Small Congregations Initiative, contact Rebecca Robinson at rebecca@ pajewishendowment.org.

MARK YOUR CALENDARS

THURS, APRIL 6 PASSOVER – Federation, ELC, and JCC Closed

FRI, APRIL 7 PASSOVER – Federation and ELC Closed, JCC Open

WED, APRIL 12 PASSOVER – Federation Closed, ELC & JCC Open

THURS, APRIL 13 PASSOVER – Federation Closed, ELC & JCC Open

Temple Ohev Sholom

Members of Congregation Agudath Achim celebrating Shavuot.

Join us—it’s a Celebration! The Jewish Community Foundation Donor Recognition Dinner Gala

In-Person Thursday, June 1, 2023

Honoring Community Dreamers

Michael & Erica Danowitz

Shirley Disend

Phil & Abbey and Helen Goldstein

Rachel & Greg Kohr

Maisel Family

Barry & Carol Shapiro

Cynthia Sussman

Endowment Achievement Award

Rabbi Ron Muroff

Morrie Schwab Award

Sam Levine

“If you will it, it is no dream.

Theodor Herzl

2021-2023 Tzedakah Society Members

Michael & Erica Danowitz

Michael & Esther Furman

Stephen & Jennifer Rubin

Bryan & Allison Siegelman

Barry & Carol Shapiro

Ronald L. Zuckerman z’l

The Never Again Holocaust Education Fund

Lewistown Ohev Sholom

Synagogue Cemetery Fund

Reading Reform Congregation

Oheb Sholom Music/Cantorial Endowment Fund

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Synagogue Life

BETH EL TEMPLE

2637 N Front St | (717) 232-0556 | www.bethelhbg.org

Beth El Temple has resumed in-person Friday evening and Shabbat morning services. We also offer a mix of in-person and Zoom minyans. For more information, visit Beth El's website.

CHISUK EMUNA CONGREGATION

3219 Green St | (717) 232-4851 | info@chisukemuna.org | www.chisukemuna.org

Chisuk Emuna Congregation will be holding services in person and on Zoom. For more information, please contact the office at 717-232-4851 or info@chisukemuna.org.

CONGREGATION BETH ISRAEL, LEBANON

411 S 8th St | (717) 273-2669 | www.congregation-beth-israel.org

Contact Rabbi Sam Yolen at yolen002@gmail.com for details on both programming and minyan. For more information, visit Beth Israel's website.

CONGREGATION BETH TIKVAH, CARLISLE

Asbell Center, 262 W High Street | (717)-240-8627 | www.bethtikvah.org

HISTORIC B’NAI JACOB, MIDDLETOWN

Water & Nissley Streets | (717) 319-3014 www.bnai-jacob.org

Historic B’nai Jacob Synagogue, located at Water and Nissley Streets in Middletown, near the Harrisburg International Airport and Penn State-Harrisburg, is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Marc Bluestein is currently leading the services. Connection information and program materials will be provided by email to the Congregation and also can be requested by using the contact form on our Shul website: http://www.bnai-jacob.org. We are a community Shul and you are welcome to join us. There are no membership dues or admission fees.

KESHER ISRAEL CONGREGATION

3200 N 3rd St | (717) 238-0763 | www.kesherisrael.org

Kesher Israel is holding in-person daily and Shabbat davening. For details about services, meetings, and programming, contact Benjamin Altman, President, at president@kesherisrael.org, or Ashley Caraballo at office@kesherisrael.org. For more information, visit Kesher Israel's website.

OHEV SHOLOM CONGREGATION,

YORK

2090 Hollywood Drive | 717-852-0000 | www.OhevSholomYork.org

Ohev Sholom Congregation is a Conservative congregation serving York County in an inclusive, egalitarian manner. Established in 1902, the congregation is led by our student rabbi in association with our lay leadership. Ohev Sholom provides adult educational opportunities in conjunction with our local Chabad Learning Center while embracing different levels of observance, stages of life, and family structures.

TEMPLE BETH ISRAEL

2090 Hollywood Dr, York | (717) 843-2676 | www.tbiyork.org

York’s 140-year-old Reform congregation.

TEMPLE BETH SHALOM

913 Allendale Rd, Mechanicsburg | (717) 697-2662 | www.tbshalom.org

Shabbat services will be held on March 3, 17, and 31, and April 14 and 28. March services will be via Zoom only. If you are not on our email contact list and would like to attend, please call or email the Temple office in advance of the service in case of scheduling changes. Services are led by Rabbi Carl Choper of Beth Shalom. Please email the office at tbshalom@ gmail.com or call 717-697-2662 for information if you would like to join the services. For details on upcoming Temple Beth Shalom services and events, check the website: http:// tbshalom.org.

TEMPLE OHEV SHOLOM

2345 N Front St | (717) 233-6459 | www.ohevsholom.org

Shabbat Services are held Friday evenings at 6pm in person and are also live-streamed on the Ohev Facebook page at www.facebook.com/OhevSholom and on the Ohev YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/TempleOhevSholomHbgPa.

• Thursday, Feb. 23, Laugh Out Hate, a comedy fundraiser sponsored by Temple Ohev Sholom to bring together the Jewish community, communities of color and the LGBT community in solidarity. Federal Taphouse, 234 N. Second Street, Harrisburg; doors open at 6:30pm; tickets start at $18. Featuring comedian Ariel Elias, as seen on Jimmy Kimmel Live and Good Morning America. A portion of the proceeds benefit Capital Rebirth. For tickets, visit www.ohevsholom.org.

• Friday, March 3 from 6:45 to 8:15pm: Sisterhood Soup and Study

• Sunday, March. 4 at 10am: Tot Shabbat in the Lehrman Chapel

• Sunday, March 5 at 9:45am: Sisterhood Board Meeting

• Thursday, March 9 at 7pm: Ohev Board of Trustees meeting

• Friday, March 10: 2nd grade family Shabbat service

• Sunday, March 12 at 10am: Sisterhood Brunch

• Sunday, March 19, Shamor V’Zachor trip to the Holocaust Museum in Washington, DC. Call 717-233-6459 for details.

• Saturday, April 1 at 10am: Tot Shabbat in the Lehrman Chapel

JCC Senior Adult Programs

JCC Senior Adult Club Lunches and programs are held twice-weekly on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Lunch is served at 12 noon, with to-go options available for those who prefer not to unmask to eat. All programs begin after lunch unless otherwise indicated.

UPCOMING PROGRAMS INCLUDE:

FEB 23 Bingo

FEB 28 Our resident technology expert, Nanci Reinhart, will present a program on “Is My Phone Tracking Me?”

MAR 2 DCAAA Nutritionist, Pat Dodd will present “12 Habits of Super Healthy People”

MAR 7 Paulette Keifer of the Jewish Community Foundation will explain a survey they are requesting seniors to fill out and Jeff Jacobs will discuss current events

MAR 9 Lillian Rappaport will present an extension of her Holocaust Education IGC Precious Metals Buying Event, appraisals and minor repairs. Call Cheryl for an appointment. Bob will be here starting at 9:00am

MAR 14 Business Meeting/Birthday Party

MAR 16 Betsy Hughes will teach us the importance and how to do the Heimleich Manuever

MAR 21 John Maietta will discuss “The Magical World of Venice”

First settled by migrant fishermen, Venice rose to become a powerhouse of Mediterranean commerce. Adding luster to its civic glory were paintings of Titian, the music of Vivaldi and The Domes of St. Mark’s Basilica. Behind the dazzling façade, scandal and violence flourished in the shadows. THEN, WITH THE 20th Century came rebirth as one of the world’s top sightseeing destinations. This program brings you all the turbulent history and magical beauty of Venice.

MAR 23 Dr. Donald Koones, History Professor at Hacc , will present a special lecture on St. Patrick's Day: James Hoban, Designer of the White House

There is no doubt that the image of the White House at 1600 Pennsylvania avenue is recognizable around the world. But did you know it was the work of an Irish architect with only basic designs? In 1791, while traveling through Charleston, George Washington admired the design of the South Carolina Statehouse. He discovered its designer was James Hoban, an Irish immigrant who had arrived in Philadelphia after the American Revolution. As a result of a design competition, Hoban's designs were accepted for the "President's Home," and the rest is history. Come celebrate St. Patrick's Day and the Irish roots within the White House walls

MAR 28 Dr. Steve Wassner, retired pediatric nephrologist, will lecture on “Jewish American Criminals: Their Lives and Times”

Jews in the diaspora were not thgouth to engage in violent criminal activity. In fact, Jews were generally considered to be a peaceable, Law-abiding community. In the United States, the late 19th and 20th Centuries were associated with a marked increase in organized, gang-related crime, much of which was violent and most often associated with this nation’s new immigrant groups. To the embarrassment of the organized American Jewish Community, Jews were prominent members of the criminal class, with the press often identifying the criminals as Jews or Israelites. In these talks, Dr. Wassnet will discuss the roughly 60 years of Jewish participation in “the Mob” and the factors associated with both the rise and decline of the Jewish mobster.

MAR 29 Bus Trip to Bristol Riverside Theatre to see Cabaret for those with reservations

MAR 30

Senior Update

BY ROBERTA KRIEGER

On Tuesday, January 24th, HACC History Professor Dr. Donald Koones did a presentation on Carol Burnett, a famous comedian, actress, writer, singer, and more, who has won quite a collection of awards for her endeavors in these fields.  It would be hard to find a person who has not heard of her.  Dr. Koones showed bits of mayhem with Phyllis Diller and Joan Rivers as an opening act for the featured star.  We were shown clips from various TV shows featuring Carol Burnett, most of which had us convulsing with laughter.  It was another great afternoon with Dr. Koones’ program and Norman’s chicken and couscous.

On Thursday, January 26th, our favorite dietician, Pat Dodd, gave us some do’s and don’ts on how to manage a healthy diet regimen.  The only problem is that we have to be mindful of the recommendations.  Prior to Pat’s program we had the Impossible Burger and tater tots for lunch.

On Tuesday, January 28th, we had a great “hands-on” experience making Babka.

JCC staff members Macy Box, Jacquie Wise, and Melissa Dang gave us a tin with pre-made portions of dough.  We were advised to roll out the dough spread on the cinnamon filling, give it a few twists, and VOILA!  Ready to take and bake at home.  I have to tell you, when that babka was in the oven, it’s a wonder that all my neighbors didn’t come a-knockin’ at my door.  The whole apartment smelled heavenly.  Some of the aroma seeped into the hall and was a good indication of the end result...it tasted as good as it smelled, and looked good, too.  Thanks so much Macy, Jacquie, and Melissa.

We are all hoping that we can do something like this again.  To ensure we had enough energy to accomplish this, Norman Gras prepared a yummy lunch of tuna salad, stewed tomatoes, and his fabulous mac and cheese.

On Thursday, February 2nd, we were fortunate to hear Rabbi Muroff speak about Tu Bishvat (New Year of the Trees).  We are truly blessed to have Rabbi Muroff join us.  Hopefully we won’t have to wait too long until his next visit.

Once again I will preach to you of the value of coming to our lunch/programs.  Great camaraderie, amazing programs scheduled by our fabulous Senior Advisor, Cheryl Yablon, and delicious lunches by Norman Gras.

Looking forward to seeing you soon. Hope you stay well, are properly vaccinated, and wear masks appropriately. Take care.

Join the Silver Academy Middle School students for our 7th Better Together Program of the year. We will celebrate the holiday of Passover together. Enjoy a delicious lunch with the students and participate in a model Seder! The program will start at 11:25am.

Obituaries

BRUCE GOODMAN

Bruce Goodman, M.D., F.A.C.S., passed away February 6, 2023 surrounded by his loving family. He was born October 22, 1928, the only child of Julius and Clara (Borstein) Goodman. He was a graduate of the University of Louisville and Jefferson Medical College. He devoted his career to caring for his patients, lecturing, teaching, and training future orthopedic surgeons. His accomplishments were vast and too numerous to list. What set him apart was his generosity, kindness, and compassion for everyone. He never turned away a patient, regardless of the ability to pay. He had operating privileges at several hospitals, but he spoke most proudly about the time he spent at the State Hospital for Crippled Children in Elizabethtown and his clinic work. To this day Dr. Bruce Goodman is recognized as one of the pioneers of orthopedic surgery in the Harrisburg area.

He was preceded in death by his son-in-law, Christopher Ray. He is survived by his wife of 67 years, Barbara, his children, Betsy Goodman, Judd Goodman, Mindy Goodman, daughter-inlaw, Tammy Astuto, and beloved granddaughter, Jayci Goodman. Services will be private at the discretion of the family. To send condolences or to share memories with the family, please go to BitnerCares.com.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association of America, 2595 Interstate Drive, Suite 100, Harrisburg, PA 17110.

THEODORE BRANDOW

November 18, 1925-January 28, 2023

Theodore Brandow passed away suddenly in his Camp Hill, PA home (formerly of Philadelphia, PA) on Jan. 28 at the age of 97. He was the beloved husband of Dr. Selma Brandow (nee Koss); loving father of Jonathan Brandow (Susan Brodkin), Riannon Walsh, and Shanna Brandow; adoring grandfather of Emily Rachael Brandow, Sarah Danielle Carvajal (Alex), and great-granddaughter Evalina. Contributions in his memory may be made to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation (https://give.bcrf.org/fundraiser/4063195)

In his book Closer to Saturday, Ted described his childhood experiences at home and at the Girard College school for orphan boys. That and other childhood experiences compelled him to seek out and offer love to those around him, inside his family and beyond.

He was proud but not boastful of his time as a machinist’s mate in the Navy during World War II. As soon as he returned from the service in 1945 he married Selma, whom he had known since fifth grade and dated since high school.

Each home he lived in—from the row house in Southwest Philly to his long-term house in Erdenheim and his last apartment in Camp Hill—was flooded with his paintings, sculptures and representing fantasy animals, humorous, historical and cultural characters. His art loved the female body but considered the male body a subject for comedy only. His drawings and sculptures cherished the Jewish people and Israel.

His pride in Jewish life shone through his artwork, but also his community activity. He designed and literally built the first (and still the only) synagogue in Springfield Township for the cluster of Jews who had moved there in the mid-Fifties. After moving to Camp Hill, he designed and supervised a complete renovation of Temple Beth Shalom, the synagogue he attended with his extended family.

He traveled extensively in Israel and performed volunteer work there during the Yom Kippur and first Lebanon wars.

He spent his professional career as an architect creating enjoyable living spaces for tens of thousands of families, from struggling lower middle-class developments and garden apartments to estates that--even in the sixties--ran into the millions. He constantly renovated his own homes and freely offered his help in designing new spaces and giving old ones new life for friends and family.

Design and art were his passions, but family was his love. He doted on his children and grandchildren and was thrilled to live long enough to experience his great-granddaughter Evalina.

Ted was interred after a graveside service at the Montefiore Cemetery in Jenkintown, PA. May the shekhinah grant him a more complete level of peace in the world to come.

THELMA (TERI) F. ITZOE

Mrs. Thelma (Teri) F. Itzoe, age 85 of Camp Hill, Pennsylvania passed away on February 2nd, 2023.

She was the wife of the late John (Jack) L. Itzoe; mother of Ann Chadwell (Ron) of Camp Hill, PA, and John Grossman (Carolyn) of Philadelphia, PA, sister of Martin Friedman (Pam) of Miami Beach, FL and Adele Neuringer of Wellesley, MA, grandmother of Benjamin, Alexander and Jacob Chadwell and aunt of many nieces and nephews.

Mrs. Itzoe was born in Kingston, New York. She graduated with a B.A. degree from Boston University in 1959 and Simmons College Graduate School of Social Work in 1962. She was employed as a Clinical Social Worker/psychotherapist for thirty-five years in the state of New York, Florida, Massachusetts, and Pennsylvania. Mrs. Itzoe helped create and served as President of the Board of JFS of Greater Framingham, MA.

Funeral services were held on Sunday, February 5, 2023 at the Chisuk Emuna Cemetery Chapel with Rabbi Ron Muroff officiating.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Chisuk Emuna Congregation, 3219 Green Street, Harrisburg 17110, to the JNF, 42 E. 69th Street, New York, NY, or to a charity of your choice. To share online condolences, please visit www.BitnerCares.com.

FOUNDING CIRCLE

The Founding Circle is comprised of those individuals and families who have made a leadership gift to the Alexander Grass Campus for Jewish Life, expressing their dedication to the future of our communal home.

The Alexander Grass Foundation

Debby Abel & Josh Millman

Chris Baldrige & David Skerpon

Bruce & Barbara Bazelon

Teri Berman & Keith Welks

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Marcia Gordon

Lois Gordon

Susan Gordon

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Sam Levine & Irene Berman-Levine

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Mary Sachs Charitable Trust

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