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LEONARD J. ADREON, Sept. 12, 1926-February 3, 2022. Husband of Audrey Adreon, father of Diane Adreon, Linda Morgan and the late Carol Grady, Grandfather of Rachel and Jason Gillman, Andrew and Adreon Morgan, Kelly Grady Lee and Thomas Grady Jr., Great Grandfather of Simone Ella Lee. Pre-deceased by brother, Merton Adreon, and parents, Irvan Adreon and Marie Adreon Morris. Leonard graduated from Soldan High School where he majored in football and basketball. He graduated with honors from Washington University in St. Louis, elected to Beta Gamma Sigma, national business school honorary society and lettered in basketball. He had a successful career for 36 years as Executive Vice President of The Siteman Organization in real estate development and management, headquartered in Clayton. He served as president of many organizations including the Building Owners and Managers Association International (BOMA), American Diabetes Association St. Louis Affiliate, Diabetic Children’s Welfare Association, Congregation Temple Israel, First Chairman of the Economic Development Advisory Committee of Clayton, Vice Chairman of the Regional Arts Commission. In 1976 he was awarded the Presidents award for outstanding service to the office building industry by Boma International. In January 2003 he received the prestigious Cornerstone Award from the Clayton Chamber for “dedication and devotion to the Clayton community.” Adreon was a co-founder of the Chamber’s Parties in the Park annual event. For many years he facilitated writing classes at the Life Long Learning Institute at Washington University in St. Louis. He was very proud of his military service as a Navy corpsman serving in combat with the First
Marine Division in Korea in 1951 and 1952. He wrote and published a memoir called Hilltop Doc, A Marine Corpsman Fighting Through the Mud and Blood of the Korean War. Leonard, above all else, was a devoted husband to Audrey for more than 69 years. He cherished his daughters and their families and spent many glorious hours with them. Services: A private family service will be held at the New Mt. Sinai Mausoleum. In lieu of flowers contributions to Congregation Temple Israel, #1 Alvan D. Rubin Drive, St. Louis, Mo. 63141, will be appreciated. Please visit bergermemorialchapel.com for more information. Berger Memorial Service MYRNA H. (NEE MORGANSTERN) COHEN, born on October 7, 1929, passed away after a 10-year battle with dementia on February 2, 2022. She was the beloved wife of the late Charles G. Cohen to whom she was married for 65 years. She is the cherished mother of Dr. Raymond F. Cohen, Ruth M. (Dr. Brian) Kominsky, Edward A. (Carol) Cohen, and Stanley H. Cohen. She is the dearly loved grandmother of Ellen Kominsky (Alex) Koch, Amy Kominsky (Ryan) Crighton, Michael Kominsky, Sarah Cohen, Elizabeth (fiancé Julian Groover) Cohen and Andrew Cohen, and beloved great-grandmother of Liam Donaldson, Sloan Crighton, Atlas Crighton, Gabriella Koch and Charley Koch. Myrna was a beloved aunt, great-aunt, and step-grandmother. She was predeceased by her dear brother Kennard (Lee) Morganstern, and sister Rozelle Morganstern. We extend our deepest gratitude to her caregiver Clara Graham for her constant care, love, and devotion to Mom, and to the helpful team at Delmar Gardens West. Myrna was born and raised in University City, Missouri, graduating from University City High School in 1947. She received her B.A. from
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Washington University in 1951. Following her marriage to Charles, she moved to Jefferson City where she spent the bulk of her adult life. She taught at several schools, including Fatima High School, when her children were young. She then spent 26 years with the State of Missouri Division of Medical Services, where she was involved in drafting various nursing home regulations. In her later years, while living in a nursing home, she would sometimes smile and quip, “I hope I did a good job with those regulations!” Besides her children and grandchildren, Mom loved chocolate and her face still lit up whenever anyone brought her a bag of Hershey’s! She truly cherished her family, friends, neighbors, co-workers, and the warm community at Temple Beth El. The funeral service took place via Live Stream on Sunday, February 6 at 4:00 p.m.; for details, visit www.bergermemorialchapel.com. A private graveside service will subsequently be held. Memorial contributions to the charity of your choice. Berger Memorial Service PHYLLIS LEVENTHAL, February 1, 2022 Beloved daughter of the late Isadore and late Bluma Handelman; Dear mother of Judy Leventhal; Special cousin of Michael (Linda) Rosenblatt; Our deep appreciation to Maria Rodriguez for her countless hours of devotion and care to mom’s wellbeing. She is deeply loved. Phyllis was a true animal lover and mother to three miniature dachshunds, her beloved Andrew, Rufus and Rusty. She was always ready to lend a helping hand and was a true friend to many. Private Graveside services will be held at Chesed Shel Emeth Cemetery in Chesterfield, Missouri. Memorial contributions preferred to Thistle Hill Rescue in Mountain View, Missouri. Visit bergermemorialchapel.com for more information. Berger Memorial Service WILLIAM MACK, February 8, 2022 Beloved husband of the late Elizabeth Mack (nee Weintrop). Dear Father of David (Michelle) Mack and Ruth Mack. Loving grandfather of Jacob Mack, Oliver and Julian Fishman. Loving brother-in-law of Harry (Miriam) and Allen (Harriet) Weintrop. Our dear uncle, cousin and friend. A private graveside service will be held. Contributions in his memory may be made to the charity of the donor’s choice. A Rindskopf-Roth Service JACQUELINE ANN (JACKIE) MAYER, February 9, 2022. Beloved mother and mother-in-law of Douglas (Lisa), Peter (Kelly) and Rodney (Maria) Schiffer; dear grandmother of Austin, Allie, Coco, Cadie, Drew, Max and Ben Schiffer; dear sister and sister-in-law of Randall (Davey) Mayer; aunt to her adored nieces, Melinda (Jeff) Bierman, Anna (David) Poger, and Carin Mayer, cousin and friend to so many. Jackie was known for her incredible sense of humor and love of all festivities, and she was devoted to the arts as a phenomenal singer and artist. Jackie was happiest when spending time with her beloved children and grandchildren, and she will be dearly missed. A funeral service was held Feb. 13 at Berger Memorial Chapel, followed by private family interment. Please visit bergermemorialchapel. com for Live Stream information. Berger Memorial Service
JACK WARREN PALAN, (7/13/33 - 2/12/22) On the morning of February 12, 2022, Jack Warren Palan passed away after a brief illness surrounded by his loving family. Born in St. Louis on July 13, 1933, Jack’s legacy is his dedication to his wife of 68 years, Susan Chorlins Palan, (whom he knew since age 12), his 6 children, 10 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. He will always be remembered as an extraordinary grandfather, a tireless provider, loyal, honorable, and devoted to his family. Jack attended University City High School, University of Missouri-Columbia where he earned a degree in journalism, and was a proud member of Sigma Alpha Mu fraternity. He was a great patriot who served in the United States Air Force beginning in 1955. He was stationed in Wichita Falls, Texas, and Rabat, Morocco with the Strategic Air Command. He served 3 years of active duty with an honorable discharge at the rank of Captain with commendations for excellence. In addition to being a proud American, Jack was an avid horseman, marksman, and USO volunteer. After serving in the Air Force, Jack was an accomplished owner of Central Rebuilders where he worked until his retirement. He distinguished himself by the quality of his work, the loyalty to his friends, and his honorable conduct in every aspect of his life. Jack will be remembered for his dry sense of humor and honored always by his loving wife Susan Palan, sister Patricia Prejean, daughter Sheryl Kadmon (Dov), daughter Mindy Palan, daughter Beth Palan, son Manne Palan (Lynne Issacs Palan- Of Blessed Memory), (Margaret Wright, his fiancée), son Andrew Palan (Martha), daughter Amy Works (Michael); adoring grandchildren: Jonathon Kadmon, Harold (Claudine) Kadmon, Jessica Kadmon, Kathryn Becker (Eric), Griffin Palan, Broderick Palan, Tyler Palan, Janie Palan, Connor Works, Sophie Works; and great grandchildren: Barrett Becker, Brooks Becker, Beatrice Becker, Callie Kadmon, and Lily Kadmon. Jack was deeply loved and will be sorely missed. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested contributions be made to Lynne’s Legacy, ℅ JCC at 2 Millstone Campus, Creve Coeur, MO 63146 to benefit women and their families with breast & ovarian cancer, or Jewish War Veterans of the United States - St. Louis Post- 12 Millstone Campus, Creve Coeur, MO 63146. A funeral service was held February 15th at Congregation B’nai Amoona, followed by burial at Chevra Kadisha Cemetery. Berger Memorial Service SHIRLEY POTICHA, January 24, 2022 Dear mother of Linda Eason (Dan Kislinger), Paul Eason (Lenore) and Lorraine Eason; dear grandmother of Miriam Eason, Ariel Eason (Matt Belsky), Joe Eason and Emily Eason (John Stelljes); dear great-grandmother of Shoshana Eason-Belsky, Ella Stelljes and Andrew Stelljes; dear sister of the late Iona Poticha and the late Phyllis PotichaRosenthal. A funeral service was held Tuesday, February 8 at Central Reform Congregation, 5020 Waterman. The service also is available via Live Stream; please visit www.bergermemorialchapel.com for Live Stream link. Private interment. Memorial contributions preferred to Central Reform Congregation or the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra. Berger Memorial Service Obituaries continue on opposite page
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