Reba Goldstein

DATELINE: Roslindale

Goldstein, Reba, 87, died Sunday, Nov. 30, 2014 at the Hebrew Rehabilitation Center. Born in New Bedford, MA, a beloved daughter of the late Barney and Rose (Long) Goldstein, she had lived in Roslindale for about 2 years, previously living in Needham.  She was a secretary for 40 years, later becoming a personal transport assistant for the elderly for 15 years.  Reba was a member of Ahavath Achim Synagogue and its sisterhood. She was an avid tennis player, loved swimming in the ocean and skiing, and enjoyed woodworking, crafts and visiting family and friends.  Dear sister of Shirley Katz of New Bedford, MA, Sanford Goldstein of Westport, MA, and the late Jennie, Stanley, Hyman, and Samuel Goldstein.  Reba was loved dearly by her nieces and nephews, Deborah and Jeffrey Katz, Bernice Solup, Bradford and Steven Goldstein, Gabrielle and Jodi Katz, and Barry Jacobson. We will miss her dearly. Her spirit and kindness will dwell in our hearts forever. Graveside services will be held Wednesday at 1:00 p.m. in PLAINVILLE CEMETERY, Old Plainville Rd., New Bedford.  In lieu of flowers, contributions in her memory may be made to Rabbi Barry Hartman, 165 Maple St., New Bedford, MA 02740 or Hebrew Rehabilitation Center, 1200 Centre St., Roslindale, MA 02131.  Shiva will private.