Voice 2026 Summer Issue

Temple Israel Memphis, Tennessee Summer 2026 Issue Vol. 80; No. 4

FULL CIRCLE RABBI DENISE EGER

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REFLECTION

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longer continuous history,

RABBI MICAH D. GREENSTEIN Senior Rabbi

I have been moved by how

RABBI ROSS Z. LEVY Associate Rabbi

Jewish tradition prove to be

RABBI LEAH STERNBERG Associate Rabbi

on what matters, giving poi-

RABBI HARRY K. DANZIGER Rabbi Emeritus

to life’s most joyous mo-

and none has done more to promote the uplifting of humanity, than the synagogue.

As Rabbi David Wolpe writes, “I still believe the synagogue is the best refuge for the bereaved and a roadmap for the seeker.

Building a Community of Holiness through Speaking Across Differences

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Summer Camp at Barbara K. Lipman Early Learning Center

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RESETTING THE TABLE

Temple Israel is a sanctuary for prayer and inspiration, a vibrant center for Jewish learning, and a congregational home for living Torah. We are a source of strength and a force for good for Reform Jews, the greater community, and the world.

FULL CIRCLE

Fifty Years After Her Confirmation, A Daughter of Temple Israel Returns for Pride Shabbat

NEW MEMBER SPOLIGHT

Audrey Slote & Jeremy Orosz

NEW LEADERSHIP, GRATITUDE, & LOOKING AHEAD

Elections and installations bring new leadership to all corners of Temple

CROSSING GENERATIONS

Comments from Helen Scheidt, new Temple Israel President

MAZEL TOV!

B’nai Mitzvah, New Members, Engagements, Marriages,and Births

DONATIONS

January 1 through March 31, 2026

powerful the teachings of in people’s lives, focusing gnancy to celebrations and ments. The stories of the

JOHN M. KAPLAN Cantor Emeritus

Torah, read year after year, wear grooves in our souls,

HELEN SCHEIDT President

so that patterns of life that

SAM FARGOTSTEIN Senior Vice President

might escape us become

BENJAMIN ORGEL Vice President

their costs are clear in the

clear. Sibling rivalries and story of Jacob and Esau,

LENNY FEILER Vice President

Joseph and his brothers.

The consequences of kindness emanate from the Book of

BRIAN LURIE Secretary ELISE JORDAN Treasurer PETER BLUMBERG Counsel WENDY T. ROTTER Immediate Past President JENNIFER GOLDBERG Sisterhood President AARON KANOWITZ Brotherhood President MARK GULNER Executive Director

believe the synagogue is the best refuge for the bereaved

Ruth. We share unanswerable questions with Job and pas-

and a roadmap

sion with the Song of Songs. The Torah acts as a spur and a

for the

salve. Religious affiliation may be on decline in this country,

REFLECTION

I still

but if you wish to see the full panoply of a human life, mo-

seeker.

ments of the highest joy and deepest sorrow, the summit of hopes and the connections of community, they exist in one place: your local house of worship.”

The beauty of our congregation is not simply about one

RABBI DAVID WOLPE

season, age, or stage. Temple is for a lifetime. Faith, family, ow do you mark time each year? Obviously, January 1 changes the way we date our letters. In st

Jewish time, Rosh Hashanah draws us back to the notion of a spiritual New Year.

The end of the school year and start of summer is yet another seasonal shift.

This is the last edition of The Voice before we will begin saying “Shanah Tovah” in anticipation of Rosh Hashanah.

The Hebrew word for year, “shanah,” comes from a seem-

and community for a lifetime.

From a spiritual perspective, there really aren’t any beginnings or endings, just continuations. Whether new approaches to communications, music and spirituality, lifetime learning, or walking the Temple Trail during summer camp for pre-k children, Temple will continue to inspire a vibrant living Judaism all year long. Have a wonderful summer and please drop by 1376 E. Massey any time you happen to be in the neighborhood!

ingly contradictory root (shin-nun-hey). Those letters form TEMPLE ISRAEL @templeisrael @templeisrael

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the words for both “repeat” and “change.” In other words, implicit in the passage of time, whether a lazy summer or

Faithfully yours,

a hectic year is both repetition and change.

What hasn’t changed for the Jewish people the past 2,000 years is the eternal light of a synagogue like ours. Unlike schools which have summer vacations, Temple never closes. It may very well be that no human institution has a

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here is a teaching from Pirkei Avot that says. If

understood exactly as they intended, which opens the door

three people sit at a table and do not share words

for meaningful conversation. In practicing this kind of sacred

of Torah, it is as if they have eaten from offerings to

disagreement, we begin to build the muscle of deep listening

the dead. But if three sit together and share words

and the ability to hold space for one another, even when we do

of Torah, it is as if they have eaten at the table of

not agree.

the Divine, with God present among them.

As I spoke about last Yom Kippur, I am thrilled that this year

Judaism reminds us that holiness is not found in silence,

we were able to launch our first cohort of a Speaking Across

isolation, or refraining from conversation. God becomes more

Difference workshop through an organization I have been in-

present when we come together—to learn, to listen, and to share

volved with for years called Resetting the Table (RTT). RTT is a

the Torah each of us carries. It is in those moments that we

nonpartisan organization dedicated to strengthening democ-

begin to build the kinds of relationships that can lead to under-

racy and civic life by equipping communities with the skills to

standing, connection, and even change. The question comes

communicate, deliberate, and build relationships across polit-

up, how does this holiness resonate when we may differ in our

ical divides.

views, interpretations, or how we understand the world around

What emerged from that first cohort was not consensus–

us? How do we maintain holiness between people in a world as

nor was that the goal. Participants experienced rich conver-

politically polarized as the one we are currently living?

sation, new perspectives, and a deeper understanding of one

My own passion for bridging political divides began in the

another’s stories and lived experiences that shape how each

wake of the 2016 election, when our country entered a new

of us sees the world. The work is not about changing minds,

chapter of division. Relationships were strained under the

but about giving us the tools to stay connected with family,

weight of political difference, and conversations that once felt

friends, coworkers and neighbors whom we might not see eye

possible began to feel at best, fractured, and at worst, lost. It

to eye with.

One of the greatest strengths of our community is the diversity of perspectives and life experiences that shape who we are.

became clear to me that if we did not learn how to speak to

One of the greatest strengths of our community is the diver-

one another across those differences with a sense of unity

sity of perspectives and life experiences that shape who we

and civility, we risked losing not only our ability to communi-

are. I believe how we show up for one another here within our

cate, but our ability to remain in relationship at all.

Temple community is a microcosm of how we engage across

Please be on the

chasms of difference in the broader world.

lookout for upcoming

One of the values that guides this important work is

cohorts of the

machloket l’shem shamayim—argument for the sake of heav-

As we head into our next program year, we all have the op-

en. This is not an argument for the sake of winning, but for

portunity to take part in this effort, and I invite you all to join

Resetting the Table

the sake of understanding. It asks us to listen not in order to

us. If you are interested in learning more about Resetting the

workshop in our new

respond, but to truly hear until the other person feels seen and

Table, or signing up for our next workshop, please be in touch.

program year.

Summer at the Barbara K. Lipman Early Learning Center is a time of discovery, creativity, and joy. The 2026 ELC Summer Camp offers nine thoughtfully designed weeks, each built around engaging themes that spark curiosity and encourage hands-on learning in a nurturing environment.

From the very first week, “Fun in the Sun,” campers dive into

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beach and ocean-inspired activities, setting the tone for a season filled with laughter and exploration. As the weeks progress, children experience a wide range of imaginative adventures— from meeting “Barnyard Friends” and moving to the rhythm in “Move and Groove,” to building and experimenting during “Tinker Tots.” Each theme is intentionally crafted to support early child-

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hood development through play, creativity, and social interaction.

Summer program

The camp continues to evolve as the summer unfolds.

Campers explore motion and transportation in “Things That Go,” connect with nature during “Little Sprouts,” and enjoy clas-

of the center’s

sic outdoor fun in “Happy Campers.” A highlight of the sum-

mission: to create

mer is “Tiny Travelers,” where children are introduced to the sights, sounds, and traditions of Israel through music, crafts, and sensory experiences—fostering both cultural awareness and a sense of community.

The summer concludes with a “Summer Send-Off,” celebrating friendships formed and memories made. More than

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is an extension

just a camp, the BKL ELC Summer program is an extension of

meaningful, joyful experiences where children grow, explore, and thrive—together.

the center’s mission: to create meaningful, joyful experiences where children grow, explore, and thrive—together.

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abbi Denise Eger was not born in Memphis — but it

landscape that looked almost unrecognizable when she was

was here, in this city, at this congregation, that the

ordained in 1988.

rabbi she would become first took shape. In a recent

The world she stepped into as a newly ordained rabbi pre-

conversation, Rabbi Eger shared with me the deep

sented immense obstacles for LGBTQ+ people. “Gay marriage

mark Temple Israel left on her early years.

was not legal. You could be kicked out of your apartment or

When her parents, Bernard and Estelle Eger, moved the family

fired from your job at any time for being gay. In most places,

from a small town in Pennsylvania just before junior high, Tem-

you couldn’t adopt children. And if you had been in a straight

ple Israel quickly became her second home. “I spent more time

marriage before and got divorced, most often, the person who

at Temple Israel sometimes than I spent in my own house with

was gay — regardless of whether it was the mother or the fa-

and traumatized

my parents,” she told me. She was teaching Sunday school from

ther — children would be taken away from you.” It was also the

the time she was twelve — even before her own bat mitzvah.

height of the AIDS crisis, when thousands of young gay men

community

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to a suffering

while working

She remembers the generosity of Temple staff, clergy, and

died within weeks of receiving their diagnoses, often left to

auxiliary groups in those early years — the hands that helped

struggle through the illness without the support of family, reli-

tirelessly

send her to URJ Henry S. Jacobs Camp, that supported her

gious communities, or social services.

to ensure

involvement in NFTY, and that walked alongside her toward

Though she did not set out to be an LGBTQ+ activist, her

the rabbinate. “Temple Israel Sisterhood was always so gen-

fierce commitment to justice — due in no small part to her up-

erous to me. And the Temple really helped me become who I

bringing at Temple Israel under teachers like Rabbi Wax — led

generations

became. Rabbi Wax, of blessed memory, and then later Rabbi

her to action. She ministered to a suffering and traumatized

Danziger, my teacher and mentor, really shaped me into the

community while working tirelessly to ensure that future gener-

would not

rabbi I would become.”

ations would not face the same challenges.

And what a rabbi she became.

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She ministered

Rabbi Eger was ordained before HUC-JIR’s policy of ad-

Over more than 35 years in the rabbinate, Rabbi Eger has

mitting openly lesbian and gay rabbinical candidates was

left an indelible mark on the Jewish world. Her advocacy

changed. In 1990, as the Central Conference of American Rab-

for the LGBTQ+ community — within our Reform Movement

bis was considering a resolution to move the seminary on that

and in the wider Jewish world — has dramatically reshaped a

policy, Rabbi Eger came out publicly in a Los Angeles Times

that future

face the same challenges.

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WELC OME HO M E R A B B I D E NI S E E G E R

N E W MEMBER SPOT LI GHT

AUDREY SLOTE & JEREMY OROSZ

article. “Some people said that was foolish,” she reflected, “and maybe in retrospect it was foolish, because it certainly limited my job prospects. On the other hand, what I think it did is help move the bar — push rabbis to say, ‘Wait, I know her.’

All of the studies show that when someone knows somebody who’s gay, or has somebody in their family who’s trans, people’s views change. You have to put a real face and name to people. We’re talking about real people — not some group out there that can be made into a menacing other, but your neigh-

Tell us a bit about yourself.

bor, your sister, your brother, your rabbi. It’s different.”

AUDREY: I'm actually very new to Memphis--I moved here in

She went on to help craft the resolution on marriage equal-

August 2025 to be with Jeremy after being long-distance for

ity for the Central Conference of American Rabbis and led

two years. Jeremy and I got engaged shortly after I got here.

the charge for its passage in 2000. As chair of the Gay and

I'm originally from a small college town in Northwestern PA.

Lesbian Rabbinic Network and a member of the CCAR’s Hu-

After moving to Minnesota for college, I lived in Minneapolis

man Sexuality Committee, she educated her colleagues and

for six years and then Chicago for six years before moving

created liturgical materials for marriage ceremonies, counsel-

here. I'm really loving Memphis so far! The access to nature

ing resources, and educational materials now used not only

and the slower pace of life (especially compared to Chica-

throughout our Reform Movement but across Jewish and

go) is really good for my well-being.

non-Jewish communities alike.

JEREMY: I have lived in Memphis for almost 12 years now,

In 1993, she founded Congregation Kol Ami in West Holly-

moving here to work at U of M. I am from the New York area

wood, California. From 2015 to 2017, she served as the first

originally (Long Island). Before moving to Memphis, I also

openly gay president of the CCAR — just two of her many

lived in Ohio (Wooster) for college, in Korea for a gap year

accolades over a nearly four-decade career in the rabbinate.

as an English teacher, and in Minneapolis to attend gradu-

Though she retired from the pulpit in the summer of 2023, Rab-

ate school at the University of Minnesota.

bi Eger continues to serve the Jewish community through her

What is your profession?

work as an executive leadership coach with rabbis, ministers, and nonprofit executives and boards across North America.

She also serves on the URJ Henry S. Jacobs Camp Committee and in a variety of capacities in her new home of Austin, Texas, where she lives with her wife, Rabbi Eleanor Steinman.

Fifty years after her confirmation, we are honored to welcome this child of Temple Israel home for our Pride Shabbat.

Rabbi Denise L. Eger's visit for Pride Weekend is generously sponsored in memory of Dr. Mike Rankin, USN z"l.

We actually have the same kind of niche profession: we are both academics who study music theory, and we first met at a music theory conference (a super dorky meet-cute, we know)!

AUDREY: I am currently finishing up my PhD in music theory at the University of Chicago. I'm in the final stages of writing my dissertation, which I can do from anywhere, so I decided to come. I'm also a cellist, and spent my twenties primarily working as a freelance performer and teacher. I still actively play, and am starting to perform a bit around Memphis.

RABBI DENISE L. EGER, PCC LGBTQ Pride Scholar in Residence

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Rabbi Denise L. Eger is one of most consequential voices in LGBTQ Jewish. Named by the Huffington Post as the #1 LGBT Clergy Person in America, she is the founding rabbi emerita of Congregation Kol Ami in West Hollywood, CA. She is a past president of the Central Conference of American Rabbis—the first openly gay or lesbian person ever elected to that role—and the first woman ever elected President of the Southern California Board of Rabbis. Recognized by the City of Los Angeles as a trailblazer, she was featured in “Holy Sparks” the landmark exhibition celebrating the first fifty years of women rabbis. She currently serves on Austin’s Public Safety Commission, appointed by the Austin City Council. She proudly serves on the URJ Henry S. Jacobs Camp Committee.

She is the editor of the best-selling Mishkan Ga’avah: Where Pride Dwells: A Celebration of LGBTQ Jewish Life and Ritual (CCAR Press, 2020), the definitive liturgical resource for queer Jew-

ish life, and co-author of 7 Principles for Living Bravely (TKG, 2023). Her scholarship spans more than a dozen volumes, including Torah Queeries and the Social Justice Torah Commentary. She holds a Doctor of Divinity from HUC-JIR and an honorary Doctorate from Ben-Gurion University of the Negev.

Beyond the bimah, Rabbi Eger is a Professional Certified Coach (PCC) and founder of Rezilience Strategies, where she coaches senior executives and non-profit leaders through high-stakes transitions, governance challenges, and organizational transformation—bringing nearly four decades of lived leadership experience to every engagement.

Rabbi Eger is married to Rabbi Dr. Eleanor Steinman, Senior Rabbi of Temple Beth Shalom in Austin, Texas, where she now resides. She is a proud mother and grandmother. She is delighted to return to her home congregation as your LGBTQ Pride Scholar in Residence.

JEREMY: I am a professor of music theory in the Rudi E. Scheidt School of Music at the U of M. I teach undergraduate and graduate courses there, and am active as a researcher, publishing my work in both academic and public-facing venues.

What are your interests or hobbies?

In addition to music, we share many hobbies and interests.

We love the outdoors, and enjoy time hiking and kayaking.

We are just starting to get into birding, too! We also like to cook together, and have made some recent improvements to our challah game (see picture!).

What inspired you to become a member of TI? We are seeking groundedness in Jewish community and tradition. The process of preparing to get married has led us to reflect a lot about our Jewish values and the rituals we cherish, and we are excited to connect with others in the TI community over shared values and traditions.

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BROTHERHO O D & S I ST E R H O O D

BR OT HER HOOD & SI ST ER HOOD

NEW LEADERSHIP, GRATITUDE, & LOOKING AHEAD

the Pickled Peppers, Temple Israel’s teen band. Mary recently began an exciting new role as Chief Development Officer at the Mid-South Food Bank. As for me, I serve as an instructor pilot on the Airbus A300 for FedEx, enjoy homebrewing, and proudly provide elite chauffeur services for our children.

For the past two years, I have had the privilege of serving as Brotherhood Events Coordinator. Together with our outstanding Brotherhood Board, we have introduced new programs and hope this message finds you enjoying the first weeks of summer. My name is Aaron Kanowitz, and I am honored to serve as the incoming President of Temple Israel Brotherhood. Some of you may remember me from such memorable roles as “Esther” in a Purim Spiel, or perhaps as, “Oh—you’re Mary’s husband.

I’ve seen you on Facebook.”

Fifteen years ago, Mary and I made the move from Denver to Memphis when I began flying for FedEx. At the time, Memphis, and frankly, the South, was completely unfamiliar territory. We knew very little about the city and didn’t know a single person.

One of the very first things we did after arriving was call Temple Israel. That single phone call helped shape the course of our lives here in Memphis.

Fast-forward to today, and our family is deeply rooted in

activities while continuing many of the meaningful traditions that have long defined our organization.

As I begin this new role as Brotherhood President, I look forward to strengthening our internal operations, expanding our outreach within the broader community, and continuing improvements to the Brotherhood/Boy Scouts House. I am also excited to deepen connections with past Brotherhood leadership while creating new opportunities for future members to engage and participate.

There is no question that my family and I would not be

I plan to enhance our own internal processes, and I wish to broaden our community outreach.

where we are today without the Temple Israel community, and Brotherhood has always been an essential part of that experience. I am deeply grateful for the opportunity to help cultivate and strengthen an organization that has given so much to my family.

both the Jewish and the greater Memphis communities.

Many of our closest friendships have grown directly from our involvement at Temple Israel. Our children, Josephine “Joey” (13) and Ari (12), attend White Station Middle School and are preparing for their B’nai Mitzvah later this summer. They are

A A R O N KANOWITZ New Brotherhood President

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BROTHERHO O D & S I ST E R H O O D

T EMPLE I SR AEL BOAR D MEMBER S throughout the broader community. Sisterhood is an inclusive organization for all women. It offers lifelong friendships,

A NEW CHAPTER OF LEADERSHIP

meaningful spiritual connection, opportunities for learning and laughter, and a shared commitment to social justice and action. It brings women together in ways that support us through life’s happiest moments, its most challenging times, and everything in between. Simply put—it brings us sisters.

Our Sisterhood is an organization of women from our congregation and the greater Jewish Memphis area who come together in friendship to benefit Temple, the Jewish commu-

t our recent Annual Meeting, Temple Israel paused

nity and beyond. Sisterhood enables members to meet and We are truly grateful to each member and hope you will join

President – and you could say it’s in my DNA! Both my

us. Membership allows Sisterhood to reach its goals by en-

grandmother and mother were Sisterhood Presidents

riching our lives through personal growth, social events, and

at Temple Beth-El in Fort Worth, Texas. I even share

educational opportunities.

my birthday with their opening program in 1971!

You can see Sisterhood’s impact in every corner of Tem-

Since making Memphis my home in 2009, I’ve been grate-

ple Israel. One of the first things you’ll notice when entering

ful to grow within this community. I began volunteering at the

is our beautiful Judaica shop- your one-stop destination for

Barbara K. Lipman Early Learning Center and soon joined the

meaningful Judaica and thoughtful gifts. We are proud to

staff. A few years later, I was asked by Phyllis Strasberg to

support our congregation by providing gifts for B’nai Mitzvah,

organize the Temple staff

Confirmation, and Graduation students, holiday treats for the

breakfast for Sisterhood

Religious School, gift cards for our college students, and

and from that moment on,

donations that benefit our Temple community. Our largest

I was hooked. Fast forward

fundraiser is the sale of Holland bulbs, which have helped our

a decade, I have served on

Temple grounds look more beautiful for over 75 years. Last,

the Sisterhood board as

but not definitely not least, you’ll find Sisterhood members

a Director, Treasurer (two

working in the Temple kitchen before each holiday.

terms) and most recently

I hope you will join us for one – or many – of our upcoming

Executive Vice President. I

events. We are active, we are growing, and we are excited to

am grateful for the opportu-

welcome you. Whether you’re a longtime member or new to

nity to lead this Sisterhood

Temple Israel, there is a place for you in Sisterhood.

for the next 2 years.

This is an exciting time for the Temple Israel Sister-

nity to both express deep gratitude and introduce the next generation of congregational leadership.

We began by recognizing our outgoing officers, whose dedication, wisdom, and steady guidance have ty in lasting ways. Through both moments of challenge and celebration, their commitment has helped shape Temple Israel’s path forward. best of our congregation, and we are deeply grateful.

The evening also marked an exciting transition as we officers, trustees, and auxiliary representatives. This remarkable group of leaders has answered the call to serve— bringing with them a breadth of experience, perspective, and

arranging and the continuation of the wellness series.

BRIAN LURIE Secretary

ELISE JORDAN Treasurer

PETER BLUMBERG Counsel

W E N D Y R OT T E R Immediate Past President

2026-2028 Serving First Year of Term One JOSIE BALLIN

JOE BESSER

BENI DRAGUTSKY

DENA FRISCH EDRICH

ALLA LUBIN

LIZ ROSENBERG

S A M A N T H A S A LT I E L

2026-2028 Serving First Year of Term Two LAWSON ARNEY

LAUREN ARNOLD BELL

S C OT T G R U B E R

LAUREN HACKNEY

ZACH KISBER

FA R R Y L S I LV E R

2026-2028 Serving First Year of Term Three GEOFFREY HIRSCH

D AV I D P O R T N O Y

2026-2027 Serving Second Year of Term One TERRI STUMINGER

R A L P H YA F F E

heart. Leadership in a synagogue is sacred work, and we are fortunate to have individuals so committed to stewarding our community’s future.

committed to honoring our

As the slate was presented for congregational approval, it

JENNIFER GOLDBERG New Sisterhood President

2026-2027 Serving Second Year of Term Two NEIL GIBSON

was especially meaningful to have this moment led by outgoing President Wendy Rotter as one of her final acts in of-

ming and deepening our im-

fice—a fitting reflection of her impactful leadership.

pact within the Temple and

Together, we celebrate those who have given so much and those who now step forward. With gratitude and anticipation, Temple Israel continues to build on its strong foundation, guid-

U P C O M I N G EVENTS

2026-2028 Auxiliary Representatives AARON KANOWITZ Brotherhood

JENNIFER GOLDBERG Sisterhood

ed by leaders devoted to our shared mission and future.

GAME NIGHT

OPENING PROGRAM!

June 18

August 30

Whatever you like to play!

As always, this event is free for members. This year, we’re

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BENJAMIN ORGEL Vice President

elected the new slate of

nights, social gatherings, creative workshops, bingo, flower

program-

LENNY FEILER Vice President

Their service reflects the very

a part of our journey! We are

our

S A M FA R G OT S T E I N Sr. Vice President

strengthened our communi-

hood, and I hope you will be

expanding

H E L E N S C H E I DT President

toward the future. The evening offered an opportu-

Be on the lookout for future programs including game

cherished traditions while

Executive Committee

to honor meaningful service and look confidently

work together to foster and further the ideals of Judaism. am truly honored to serve as the new Sisterhood

TEMPLE ISRAEL OFFICERS & BOARD OF TRUSTEES

Retiring Trustees

MEMBERSHIP Membership Information can be found at

thrilled to host an interactive Murder Mystery Dinner presented

tisisterhood.org or

by the Soulful Murder Mystery group—it’s sure to be a fun and

you can email us at

memorable evening.

sisterhood@timemphis.org

LEIGH MANSBERG Past President

B E N K AT Z

BYRON BESSER

BENI DRAGUTSKY

JAMI LAZAROV

BRUCE LANDAU

JENNIFER ROSS

LEIGH BAIM MANSBERG

S C OT T S T R O M E

DANA WILSON

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HELEN SCHEI DT, T EMPLE I SR AEL PR E SI DEN T Members of the Board of Trustees and past presidents passed the Torah around the bimah to Helen Scheidt during her Leadership Shabbat on Friday, May 8.

I am reminded how important it is that we preserve and

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PRESIDENT HELEN SCHEIDT

strengthen Temple Israel t eight years old, I walked into Temple Israel’s

Serving as President of Temple Israel is one of the greatest

East Memphis campus right after it opened. Even

honors and responsibilities of my life, second only to raising

half a century later, my heart still fills with the ex-

my own family. I am deeply moved by the trust this congrega-

citement of that first day, standing surrounded by

tion has placed in me, and I am committed to serving Temple

the newly constructed, breathtaking building. I re-

Israel with an unwavering dedication. I never imagined that

member the awe and joy of discovering the hidden gems of

one day I would have the privilege of serving as President

the architecture, like the tunnel underneath the bimah, com-

of this congregation. During my most recent time on our

plete with red carpeting (which still holds true today).

board, Laurie Meskin selected me as her presidential appoin-

As dedicated members, my parents encouraged my explo-

tee. I began by working with volunteers on smaller projects,

ration because they understood the importance of our syna-

including securing advertisements to support our printed

for the next generation.

gogue and what it would mean to the Memphis community.

That deep-rooted love for discovery has served as a pillar of my faith, and Temple Israel has been along on my journey to shape my Jewish life in countless ways.

As a native Memphian, Temple Israel played a central role in my life. My family has been involved with the congregation as members, advisors, and leaders. My children grew up here, graduated from our religious school, and celebrated their B’nai Mitzvah. Now I have the joy of watching the next generation begin their journey here as well in the Barbara K. Lipman Early Learning Center. Through every stage of my life, Temple Israel has been my extended family. It is my house of worship where I celebrate life’s joys with my community, where I find comfort in times of sadness, and where my spirituality continues to grow. My hope is that every member of our congregation feels that same sense of belonging and connection, because for generations, Temple Israel has been a place for people to gather. Now, it is my honor to take a leading role in that continuing story.

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Members of Helen’s immediate family came to help her celebrate, including (L to R) Marcus and Mason Gronauer, Helen Scheidt, Honey, Margo, and Steven Saharovici.

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HELEN SCHEI DT, T E M PLE I S R A E L P RE S ID E N T

MA ZEL TOV! MOMEN T S Songwriter and prayer leader Elana Arian

Engagements

Births

Rachel Stein and Charlie Trautmann

(right) sings the traditional Priestly Benediction during the

EMERSON EILEEN FINESTONE

Leadership Shabbat

Caroline and Edward Finestone celebrated the birth of their

where Helen Scheidt

daughter, Emerson Eileen Finestone. She is the granddaughter

was installed as

of Cindy & Mark Finestone.

President of Temple

Marriages Faith Ruch and Nathan Evans

Israel. (L to R) Rabbi Micah Greenstein,

Sapna Kedia and William Fu

Helen Scheidt, Rabbi Ross Levy, Rabbi Leah Sternberg, Cantorial Soloist Eleanor

O L I V I A S C OT T S C H O L B E R G

Tallie Steinberg

Mollie and Zach Scholberg celebrated the birth of their daughter,

and Elana Arian.

Olivia Scott Scholberg. She is the granddaughter of Emily & Scott

New Members

Weaver, and Lisa & Kevin Scholberg, and the great-granddaughter

Catherine & Mark Zitzer

of Mollie "Scottie" Davis, Dr. Norman H. Davis*, Sherry Goad* & Bill Weaver*, Barbara Youngman & Jerry Brown, Shirley* & Larry Vonk*.

Terry Fink & Kathleen Jacobson Fink Kay Brief

membership directory, which eventually led to helping plan

David & Ashley Stamm

our fundraiser with Alex Edelman. Over time, my involvement

Benita Blachman & Jerry Kelly

expanded, and I became even more aware of the incredible dedication of the people who make Temple Israel what it is.

RODNEY GUY WELLS

We have many unsung heroes on our staff, our clergy team,

Madison and Alexander Wells celebrated the birth of their son,

and our board who make our phenomenal programs pos-

Rodney Guy Wells. He is the grandson of Dory and Wayne Sims,

sible. I look forward to working with each of them and am

Dave Wells, Tracy Donahue, and Amy & Fred Lovelace.

grateful for their partnership, guidance, and commitment to

Bar Mitzvah

continually inspire our congregation.

One of my highest priorities in my new position will be to help ensure that Temple Israel remains strong for generations to come. This effort will only be achieved by building upon the sound financial practices and thoughtful policies

RACHEL SIMONE MEYERS

that support the long-term health of our congregation. Care-

Coby Sills and Russell Meyers celebrated the birth of their

ful stewardship of our resources is essential to ensure the

daughter, Rachel Simone Meyers. She is the granddaughter of

Temple we cherish today will remain vibrant and sustainable

Carla-Maria Meyers.

for future generations. We must also continue to promote the sense of community that has always defined Temple Israel.

My hope is that every member feels welcomed, valued, and connected. Whether someone has been a member for de-

Henry Gulner became a Bar Mitzvah on Saturday, April 18.

cades or is walking through our doors for the very first time, Temple should feel like a place where we all belong.

C E L I A S C OT T W I L L I A M S

Temple Israel has always been a place where tradition

experience together are possible because of the dedication

and growth walk hand in hand. As we continue to care for

of the many individuals who care so deeply. As we look to-

and renew this campus through the Vision 2026 project,

ward the future, my hope is that we continue to honor the

I am reminded how important it is that we preserve and

values that have sustained this congregation for genera-

strengthen Temple Israel for the next generation — l'dor va-

tions while also embracing new ideas and opportunities that

dor. I encourage our members to find ways for even greater

strengthen our community. If we remain committed to caring

engagement because Temple Israel is at its best when our

for one another, to welcoming new families, and to nurturing

Temple (L to R), Wendy

JASON TERRELL

congregants participate, volunteer, and share their talents.

Jewish life for all ages, Temple Israel will continue to thrive

Rotter, Helen Scheidt,

jasont@timemphis.org

for many generations to come.

and Sam Fargotstein.

901.761.3130

The programs, learning opportunities, and celebrations we 18 • VOICE • SUMMER ISSUE • 2026

The Leadership Shabbat

Sophie Weiss-Williams and Cullen Williams celebrated the birth

was imbued with

of their daughter, Celia Scott Williams. She is the granddaugh-

signs of continuity,

ter of JoJo Weiss & David Goodwin, Martin Weiss, and Jayne

including this photo of

& Scott* Williams.

incoming, outgoing, and future presidents of

*of blessed memory

If you have a simcha to share with the congregation, please contact:

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MA ZEL TOV! M O M E NT S

Annual Meeting Mazel Tovs

DONATIONS

Ben Katz

According to the Talmud, giving is as important as all of the other commandments combined.

Jami Lazarov

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all those listed below who generously con-

Jennifer Ross

Barbara K. Lipman Early Learning Center, Beulah R. Vosse Library, Brother-

Retiring Trustees

tributed to the following funds between January 1, 2026 to March 31, 2026:

Eric Efron

hood, Cemetery, Clergy’s Discretionary, The CollecTIve, General, Grounds

Byron Besser

chives, Temple Teens, Mildred Schwartz B’nai Mitzvah Scholarship, Museum,

& Beautification, Hohenberg-Scheidt Lifetime Learning, Mary Shainberg Ar-

Rabbi Leah Sternberg Back Row: Theodore Karol, Isaak Cowens, Maggie Olswanger,

Betty Pelts Stacey & Michael Alpert Bettye Berlin Caren Yarmuth Janet & Alan Farber Rose & David Ross Jo & Larry Epstein Susan & Raymond Evans Eileen & Clay Foster Lisa Usdan & David Portnoy

Dr. Steven Gubin Amy & Marshall Posner Judy McCown & Pete Lemon Sylvia Appleton Nancy, David, & Rachel Rosenberg Debbie Jackson Wendy Rotter Donald Strauss

IN MEMORY OF

Leigh Baim Mansberg

Blind, Sisterhood, Temple Israel University, Vision 2026 fund and the Wendy & Avron Fogelman Religious School. Your support is deeply appreciated and

Aaron Siegal Betsy & Ron Gilman

Jeffrey H. Manis Award Winner

Emma Iskiwitz, Kate Wexler, Jack Tavalin Not pictured: Ari Usdan, Sam Cohen, and Isaak Pierce

FOR THE RECOVERY OF Corey Steinberg Susan & Raymond Evans Dr. Paul King Valerie & Thomas Arnold Jeanne Danziger Louise & Jerry Sklar

IN HONOR OF

Outstanding Staff Service Award Winners

Jackie Evans Annie Booker

Alexander L. Bernstein Minda Katz

Paula Jacobson Hallie Elliot Susanne & Bruce Landau

Dr. Cary Finn Jamie & Glenn Goldring

Rabbi Leah Sternberg Margaret & Satish Kedia

Debbie Jackson Amy Adelman Dolph Simon Terri Goodman

Rabbi Micah Greenstein The Family of Harve C. Stein Golden & Steve Bearman Ross Felt and Abigail Felt Leslie & Mark Gillenson Jean & Gary Diamond Gregory Miles Linda Bedrin

Allen Iskiwitz Amy & Michael Egerman Shara Lynn & Arnold Goldin Gloria & Arnold Himelstein Jennifer & Mike Ross Liz Atterman Wendy & Avron Fogelman Valerie & Thomas Arnold

Emily Groff Heilborn Donald Strauss

Jocelyn Wurzburg Viki Poole Hallie Elliot

Bray, Rabbi Micah Greenstein

AJ Herzberg Cathy & Richard Kessler

Buz Katz Jamie & Glenn Goldring

Jeremy Mandel The Mandel Family

Hughes, Madeline Barden, Grant Krulewitz, Samuel First, Sami

Mark Finestone Diane & James Vogel Sally & Michael Pelts

Adele Bedrin Linda Bedrin Michelle & Brian Blake

Allen Cohen Stephanie & Joel Sklar

Jan Klein Susanne & Bruce Landau Connie & Mike Sherman

(Left to Right): Karleigh Ring, Rabbi Leah Sternberg, Johanna

Dr. Margo Saharovichi Bettye J Gronauer

Abe Herman Kriger Drs. Lisa Usdan & David Portnoy

Past Presidents of Temple Israel Donald Strauss

Henry Gulner Susanne & Bruce Landau Jan & Lee Stein Deborah & Sam Brackstone

2026 GRADUATING SENIORS

Kennedy Campbell Judy Royal

Abe Goodman, Jr. Patty & Lee Abraham

Alfred Blatnikoff Rae Jean Lichterman

Alla Lubin Erin Ostrow

Sam Fargotstein

Marla Shainberg Melissa & Rich Faber Viki Poole

Fay & Abe May Linda Grobman

Dr. Mike Dragutsky Jamie & Glenn Goldring

Abe and Ernie Chanin Marcy & Michael Blen

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Sophia Adele Hanover Margo & Mark Fogelman

Music Program, Rabbi James A. Wax Fund for Social Justice, Service to the

vital to our mission.

Pierce, Abby Portnoy, Leia Sherman, Blake Barden, Gillian Parker,

Bessie Margolin Evensky Peggy & Sidney Evensky

Bruce Landau

2026 CONFIRMANTS Front Row (Left to right): Karleigh Ring, Elizabeth Mintz, Frankie

Solomon Meir Sherry & Mike Grosman

Judy Royal Lisa Usdan & David Portnoy and Family Jennifer Goldberg Sylvia Appleton *of blessed memory

Rabbi Ross Levy Gayle & Dave Woloshin Lynn & Joel Weiner Marilyn & Louis Glazer Connie & Mike Sherman Hallie Elliot Susanne & Bruce Landau Rodney Guy Wells Dory & Wayne Sims Brenda Wolf Russell Strauss Deedee & Ron Perel Bitsy Kasselberg Sandy Schwartz Viki Poole

Brian Mogy Amy & Michael Egerman Carl David Reiter Barbara & Ron Holzer Millie & Alan Katzen Richard Reinhardt Carolyn Kleiman and Miki Greenberg Wendi Schneider Diane & Mark Halperin Bitsy Kasselberg Virginia Murphy Stacey and Chloe Griggs Ronnye & Dale Kendrick Martha Barnes Arlene Sharfman Charles Slatery Gabriel Lupinacci Danielle Obinger & Caprice Devereux Karen & John Johnson Wendy & Avron Fogelman Barbie & Ray Dan Deedee & Ron Perel Cynthia & Joseph Rahme Caren Cohen-Yarmuth Jackie & Robert Solmson Carol & Sam Dillahunty Caitlyn & Zack Fenderson Carol Rosenblum Snyder Terri & Steve Snyder Celia G. Abraham Patty & Lee Abraham Charles Alvin Rafael Rebecca Dinstuhl

Andrew Lee Goodman Melissa Lee Buckingham-Adams

Charles Clark Susan & Abe Plough Judy Kriger

Annie P. Krivcher Jan Magids

Charles Joseph Katz Sandra Tanenbaum

Aron Livnah Rose Merry Brown

Connie Solmson Wendy & Avron Fogelman

Barbara Zitron Dana & Jeff Gross Nicole & Jeff Zitron

Cynthia Weiss Parr Stanley Zitron and Lois Clayman Beth & Steve Orlansky Anise & Ron Belz Harriet & Lou Strasberg Joyce & Fred Graflund Stacey and Chloe Griggs Helaine & Richard Grassgreen Gayle & Dave Woloshin The Pardue Sisters - Janie Charles, Cherrie Holden, Rhea Swaze Lorraine & Bert Wolf Freddi Felt Jan & Lee Stein Terri & Brad Young

Beady & Irwin Leib Gina Jolly Becky & Alvin Labens The Family of Becky & Alvin Labens Ben Greenberg Phyllis & Jay Greenberg Bernard Frisch Emily & Douglas Frisch Bertha Cohen Plesofsky Carole & Charles Plesofsky

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D ONATIONS Connie & Mike Sherman Lisa & Jonathan Frisch Cathy Poulin Janet Kisber Jane Lettes, Louis and Amy Lettes, Jan and Bob Zauzmer, and Families Cathy & Richard Kessler Ron & Debbie Jackson Bettye J Gronauer David Neuman Robin & Jeff Wallace Karen & Michael Koplon Stephanie & Joel Sklar and Family Dr. David Rosenthal Bonnie Roquita David Wagner Neuman Marcy & Michael Blen Eve & Craig Lazarov

DON AT I ON S Frida "Friderica" Saharovici Sally & Michael Pelts Susan & Raymond Evans Amy & Michael Egerman Millie & Alan Katzen Cindy & Mark Finestone Lisa Levi Stanley Zitron Evalyn & Phil Grossman Stephanie & Barry Leff Jill & Ken Steinberg Debbie & Ron Lazarov Robin & Billy Orgel Karen & Michael Koplon Stacey & Michael Alpert Louise & Jerry Sklar Rayna & Michael Greenberg Herman Gruber Lynn & Vic Butcher

Dick Eiseman Meryl Rosen Felix Caldwell Wendy & Avron Fogelman

Gerald Leonard Fried Mimi Fried Davis Jerry Fried Marilyn Fried Glazer

Doris W. Buchalter Carol B. Stapp, PhD Beverly Buchalter

Gregory Hays Meyer Elise Meyer

Dorothy S. Lewis Ronny O'Mell and Steve O'Mell Esther & Ronny O'Mell Edith Whitman Emily & Douglas Frisch Elliot Slutsky Debra & Alex Saharovich and Family Amy & Michael Egerman Gail Lewis Emily Fargotstein Poe Sandy Kessler & Michael Woolsey Emily Van Savoren Weinberg Ronald Weinberg Erma Cohen Wendy & Avron Fogelman Ernest "Ernie" Bernhardt Kurt Bernhardt and Sam Whitford Ernest L. Adler Ann & Larry Adler and Nini Bodenheimer Ernest Ray Kaplan Adele Kaplan Esther Klyce Pearson John Minervini Esther Lubin Eileen & Clay Foster Amy & Michael Egerman Connie & Mike Sherman Fannie Gilbert Karchmer Gail & Norm Stern Florence Feldman Royal Robert Royal Frank Balkin Lynn & Vic Butcher Frank Rosenberg Don Levy Dr. Fred Klyman Linda Bedrin

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Guy "Cotton" Rubenstein Bunny & Wain Rubenstein Harry Bloom Toba & Leslie Kornberg Harve Stein Harriet & Lou Strasberg Jean Ballin Valerie & Thomas Arnold Rabbi Jordan & Cynthia* Parr Debbie & Ron Lazarov Marcia Ann Weiss Allan Hayden Stacey & Michael Alpert Sara Beth & George Silverman Heinda Borowsky Carole & Charles Plesofsly Tianna Daniels Helen Goldstrum Wax Jonathan Wax Helen Malkin Fink Jill & David Buring Helen Ruth Weisburd Anonymous Herbert Cohen Michelle & Paul Clein Debra & Alex Saharovich and Family Jennifer & Joe Roberts Beverly Buchalter Hubert Maury Malkin Janis & David Iansmith and Family Ida Engelberg Alec Engelberg Leonard Engelberg, Alec and Paul June Odegard Gail Perlberg Ike Baruchman Beverly Buchalter Ina Plesofsky Eiseman Carole & Charles Plesofsky

Issy Paul Engelberg Leonard Engelberg and Family Jack Steven Magids Jan Magids Jeff Greenberg Janet Branson Jerry Lang Janet Brueck Jet Tate Amy & Michael Egerman Susan & Raymond Evans Jill Eileen Krivcher Jan Magids Jill Fisher Marcia & Tom Fisher Joan Jekels Joan & Ken Goree Joanne Moore Connie & Art Cruthirds Joel Felt Ross Felt and Abigail Felt Fredrika Felt Jori Bernhardt-Curd Kurt Bernhardt and Sam Whitford Joseph Alperin Jan Magids Joseph Lebovitz June Odegard Leonard Engelberg Karen Dau Kuperman Melissa & Aaron Kuperman Larry J. Goldsmith Darryl LaVare Larry Perlberg Gail Perlberg Freda & Leo Siegel Anonymous Leo R. Jalenak, Sr. Peggy & L.R. Jalenak, Jr. Lew Weinberg Ronald Weinberg Lewis Binder Irma Binder Lillian Solomon Greenberg Phyllis & Jay Greenberg Lilo Haas Brueck Janet Brueck Linda Cooper Young Anita Cooper Anonymous Joyce & Fred Graflund Sherri & Jim Steiger Golden & Steve Bearman Jan Magids Diane & Mark Halperin Diane Rudner Belinda & Carl* Reiter Madolyn Frockt Deborah, David, and Daniel Frockt Deedee & Ron Perel Karen & Michael Koplon Juliet & Jerry Klein

Roselle Lazarov Sheri Spielman Debbie & Ron Lazarov Eileen & Steven Wishnia Marcia Ann Weiss Elise Meyer Ed Goldberg & Robin Torch Abbie & Scott Gold Jean Ballin Rochelle & Dr. Avron Slutsky Linda Pelts Louise Wolf Ellis Michelle & Buddy Bernstein Lyn Yukon Marcy & Michael Blen Jan & Lee Stein Judy Kriger Susan & Fred Feinberg Russell Strauss Debbie Jackson Nancy Rosenberg Lynn Gruber Wendy & Avron Fogelman Melanie Magnus Elaina, Roy, and Morris Sexton Melvin "Buddy" Ballin Wendy & Avron Fogelman Melvin H. "Bubba" Goldberg Phyllis & Jay Greenberg Melvyn Harris Kirsch Ronni Kirsch Michael Lightman Greg Belz Wendy & Avron Fogelman Harriet & Louis Strasberg Dr. Milton B. Seligstein Myrna & Sonny Saloman Miriam Alabaster Steve Alabaster

Rebecca & Alvin Labens Mary & Darryl Labens

Samuel Abraham Sharon Gadless

Susan Meriwether Klyce John Minervini

Rebecca Meriwether Cooper Klyce John Minervini

Samuel Magids Jan Magids

Rene Waller Karchmer Barbara & A.W. Karchmer

Sandy Goldstein Anonymous

Thomas Babcox Russell Strauss Bluff City Genesis

Richard Dennis Miller Deborah & Steve Bilsky

Sara Natalie Cooper Tracey & Ronnie Cooper

Richard Kisber Janet Kisber Steve Kisber

Sara Tupper Wagerman Carole & Robert Pinstein Eve & Craig Lazarov Felix Caldwell Barry & Stephanie Leff Lisa Levi Meryl Rosen

Rita Bricker Zukerman Meryl Rosen Viki Poole Sara Beth & George Silverman Elaine & Robert Kaufman Diane & Lewis Reich Liz Atterman Debbie & Ron Jackson Amy & Michael Egerman Sondra Price Susan & Raymond Evans Jennifer & Mike Ross Toba & Leslie Kornberg Dr. Robert Buchalter Beverly Buchalter Carol B. Stapp Ronald Krelstein Linda Pelts Rose Brown Kirsch Ronni Kirsch Rose Gerber Evans Paula & Joel Picker Rose Shainberg Deanna Burson Sadie Evensky Steinberg Allan Hayden

Sarah Karno Jeffer Roselle Lazarov Saul Perlman Frank Perlman Dr. Sheila Ruth Hollander Melissa Lee Buckingham-Adams Dr. Sidney Friedman Susan & Abe Plough Sidney Lazarov Roselle Lazarov Sidney Perlberg Gail Perlberg Sol Kaplan Judy McCown Sonia Van Buskirk Gail Lewis Sonya Alperin Krivcher Jan Magids Stanley Bilsky Stanley Zitron

Tommy Howard Scottie Davis Gail Lewis Jean Ballin Judy & Jim Lindy Barbie & Ray Dan Louise & Jerry Sklar Mopsy & Jerrold Graber Nancy & Gary Raileanu Laurie & Elkan Scheidt Gloria & Edward Felsenthal Lynn Meyer Wendy & Avron Fogelman Jackie & Bob Solmson Victor S. Shainberg Karen & David Shainberg Deanna Burson Marla Shainberg Welville Wolfson Deborah & Sam Brackstone William Barden Carol & Bert Barnett Debbie & Ron Lazarov Robin & Billy Orgel

A D D I T O N A L D O N AT I O N S Alla & Nathan Lubin Annie G. Fisher Barrie & Kenneth Wurzburg Betsy & Ronald Gilman Carol & Bert Barnett Ellen & Brig Klyce Ginger Gruber

The Gulner Family Hal Fogelman Hannah & Liza Swill Holly & Greg Ziskind Jamie & Glenn Goldring Janis & Pat Finan Jeanne & Bruce Alpert Jeanne & Harry Danziger Joan & Jesse Johnson Samantha & John-Claude Saltiel Kay Iskiwitz Laurie & Neal Price Lisa & Howard Silver Marilyn & Louis Glazer Marlene & Barry Siegel Michael Key Paula & Richard Lynch Robin & Billy Orgel Sharon & Michael Goldstein Shelley & Donald Levy Harriet & Louis Strasberg and Family Tae Ho Choe Temple Israel Sisterhood Theresa & Aaron Prather Wendy Lippin & Tom Treadway Stacey & Michael Alpert

O U R S Y M PAT H I E S March 11, 2026 - May 6, 2026 Carl David Reiter Betty Youngman Pelts Frank Rosenberg Joyce Wray Fogarty Stanley “Ed” Stevens, Jr. Boswell Hale, Jr. Jeanne Barker Aronoff Bill Needle Lawrence Edward Baer Judge Bernie Weinman Alvin H. Kriger

Morris Katz Elaina, Roy, and Morris Sexton Muriel Blatt Zuckerman Ronni Kirsch Myron Lewis Gail Lewis and Family Nathan Loskovitz Myrna & Myron Thomas Nina Katz Marilyn & Alan Magnus Elaina Sexton Othneil Samuel Wolfson Deborah & Sam Brackstone Patty Evans Wurzburg Deborah & James Parker Pauline Plesofsky Sandra Kessler & Michael Woolsey Philip Louis Kirsch Ronni Kirsch Phyllis Winston Mickey & Arthur Buring Ellen & Sammy Salky Hallie Elliot

*of blessed memory

*of blessed memory

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