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Charles Homer Burkman Charles Homer Burkman of Pennington, New Jersey died Sunday, June 21, 2015 surrounded by his loving family with prayers from around the world at Compassionate Care Hospice at St. Francis. Born in Elizabeth, New Jersey, he was the son of the late Eric and Ethel Berry Burkman, he had lived in Pennington for many years. Charles attended Pingry School in Elizabeth, New Jersey and in 1944 was enrolled as a member of Princeton University’s Class of 1948. He served in the U.S. Navy Hospital Corps, 1944-1946, before returning to Princeton, from which he graduated in 1952. He traveled and lived in France for over a year, and worked at ETS for several years upon his return. August 1959 was a watershed: He began graduate studies at Rutgers Library School, began working at Pr inceton Universit y Library, and met his wife-tobe, Sally Wilt of Towanda, Pennsylvania, in Seabright, New Jersey. They were married in 1960. After receiving his Masters in Library Service, he served his alma mater for 34 years, both as a Reference Librarian and a Cataloger, retiring in 1993. He and his wife loved to travel, making several road trips to all the contiguous states, as well as Eastern Canada and Newfoundland. They were especially fond of cruising: the Caribbean and the North Atlantic, Iceland, Scandinavia and Great Brit-
ain. Perhaps the best holiday was by train across Canada, by ship up the Alaskan Inside Passage, two weeks with family on the Kenai Peninsula, then retracing the whole trip! He was an avid reader of literature, history and religion, a lover of classical music and opera, a great bird watcher, and a cat afficianado! He loved being with all his family, especially sharing his special love of Maine. He was a faithful member of St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church in Pennington for many years, serving on its Vestry and on the Music and Worship Adult Education Committees. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, 3 daughters and sons-in-law, Katherine Burkman-Mole (Theodore) of Alaska, and their three sons, Matthew, Andrew and Nathanael of Alaska; Elisabeth Burkman Bielski (Edwin) of Fairless Hills, Pennsylvania; Sarah F. Burkman (Anthony Shelborne) of Sterling, Virginia. A Requiem Eucharist and Celebration of Life will be held Thursday, June 25, 2015 at 11 a.m. at St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church, 300 S. Main Street, Pennington with the Rev. Canon John C. Belmont Rector officiating. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Princeton University Librar y or St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church or Compassionate Care Hospice. Arrangements are by the Wilson-Apple Funeral Home, 2560 Pennington Road, Pennington. Condolences are welcome at wilsonapple.com. ———
Irwin Gordon Ir win Gordon passed away peacefully in his sleep on Monday, June 15. B e l ov e d h u s b a n d a n d t reasured compan ion to Lenore ; doting father to Mark ( Susan), Princeton, NJ and Sara (London, England); grandfather “Pop” to Thea Colman (Craig), Winchester, MA, Alene Pearson (Val Jordan), Albany, CA, and Melissa Gordon, Somer ville, MA ; and greatgrandfather to Eli, James, Maya and Zoe. Irwin began life in Brooklyn, NY and soon moved to Elizabeth, New Jersey, where he was raised by his parents, Benjamin and May G ordon. He was a big brother to Allen ( deceased), Highland Park, IL and Larr y, Houston, TX. Irwin was a grateful graduate of Rutger s where he completed his PhD in Ceramics after returning from distinguished service in World War II, primarily in Europe. He served in the U.S. Army’s Company A 179th Engineer Combat Battalion. Ir win received t wo P u r p l e H e a r t s a n d later was honored by the French gover nment w ith membership in the Legion of Honor for his militar y s e r v i c e. I r w i n’s m ot h e r was ever-optimistic when he was shipped out to war and wrote in her diary, “Irwin is spending the summer in Europe.” Irwin was immersed in research at the David Sarnoff Research Center throughout his career. In the early days of color television, he worked on its development. Over time, he came to hold a number patents
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for his efforts. Given his generation and upbringing, much free time was spent as a volunteer for various local charities and organizations. In particular, he melded his scientific knowledge with a melodious voice to be a reader/volunteer for Recording for the Blind for 35 years. He ser ved as President of The Jewish Center of Princeton in its formative years as well as the Chairman of United Jewish Appeal. His Jewish heritage was a strong basis of his character which saw an artistic outlet when he took courses at the Jewish Museum in NYC for many years to craft beautiful Judaica (some of which were donated to The Jewish Center of Princeton). Combining his passion for helping the blind with his artistry, Irwin designed and crafted a Braille mezuzah which is on permanent display at the Grand Synagogue in Jerusalem. Irwin’s sunny disposition was matched by a smile which rarely set. In his later years, Irwin would remark upon the wonder and pleasure of his travels with Lenore to 42 countries. He would greet the immigration official on his return with a smile and announce, “G -d Bless America!” Despite failing health over the past few months, Irwin greeted each day with his usual smile and gentle demeanor. He died peacefully in his sleep one week short of his 67th wedding anniversary. The funeral was attended by immediate family only. If you would like to share in his memory, belt out a
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chorus of his favorite, “G-d Bless America”, and make a contribution to a charity of your choice. ———
Elliott Howard Sylvan Elliott Howard Sylvan, age 87, who passed on Tuesday June 2, 2015 left an indelible mark around his original residence on Long Island through his volunteer service and participation in senior sports. So, when he moved to his new home in New Jersey, he wasn’t going to stop. He and his beloved wife Lenore retired to the Princeton area in order to experience the enriching life that the area offers such as attending numerous classes at Princeton University and delivering books for the Princeton Public Library to nearby homebound citizens. He could also be found fundraising and working on special events at the Princeton Senior Resource Center. In addition, on any given day, Sylvan who had been a star baseball player at Jamaica High School in Queens, New York and was drafted
and played in the New York Giants system, could be seen coaching young people. This included working for Autism New Jersey/COSAC and Special Olympics athletes in addition to playing with children at the YMCA after school athletic programs. Sylvan, who married his high-school sweetheart and “Life” cheerleader, Lenore Cohen, served in the Army occupation forces in Japan post World War II. In 1990, Sylvan renewed his love for baseball by playing First Base on Senior Sof tball teams in New York, winning 10 championships in 11 years. He was inducted into the ISSA Hall of Fame and National Senior Softball Hall of Fame, won Senior Olympics and Senior Softball World Series. His career focused on the trucking industry as President of the NYC Garment Center trucking company, E mpir e C ar r i e r s C or p., then with NJ-based Supermarkets General Corp. and finally in his own brokerage firm. He used these skills in his volunteer work for Island Harvest and more recently, securing and delivering food for the PSRC Breakfast at Home Fundraiser. Loving husband of Lenore, father of Harlan (deceased), Sanford, Gwen, and Seth, their spouses Ann, Mark, and Carol. Devoted grandfather to Jason and his wife Rosalynn, Alex, Kristen, and Matthew, and great grandfather to Theo. Memorial Ser vices will take place at the Princeton Senior Resource Center in the Fall. ———
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Worship Service at 10 a.m. Fellowship at 11 a.m Education Hour at 11:15 a.m
Trinity Episcopal Church Crescent Ave., Rocky Hill, N.J. • 921-8971 (Office) Father Paul Rimassa, Vicar
Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. Sunday Services: Holy Eurcharist at 8:00 a.m. & 10 a.m. “All Are Welcome”
Witherspoon Street Presbyterian Church 124 Witherspoon Street, Princeton, NJ Reverend M. Muriel Burrows, Pastor 10:00 a.m. Worship Service 9:00 a.m. Sunday School for Adults 10:00 a.m. Sunday School for Children 1st-12th Grade Nursery Provided • Ramp Entrance on Quarry Street (A multi-ethnic congregation) 609-924-1666 • Fax 609-924-0365
LUTHERAN CHURCH OF THE MESSIAH 407 Nassau St. at Cedar Lane, Princeton
609-924-2613 www.princetonumc.org Jana Purkis-Brash, Senior Pastor
Nassau Presbyterian Church
61 Nassau Street 609-924-0103 www.nassauchurch.org in downtown Princeton across from Palmer Square
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Sunday June 14 9:30 a.m. Worship
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Sunday 9:30am (June - August) Worship with Holy Communion Call or visit our website for current and special service information. Church Office: 609-924-3642 www. princetonlutheranchurch.org An Anglican/Episcopal Parish www.allsaintsprinceton.org 16 All Saints’ Road Princeton 609-921-2420
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