Dworetzky, Beth A.
Richmond Dworetzky, Beth A., 68, passed away on Saturday, November 30, 2024, at home, surrounded by her family. She was the beloved daughter of Philip and Florence Dworetzky of Westchester County, NY, and wife to Kevin Friedland of Richmond, Rhode Island. Born in Yonkers, NY, she had lived in Richmond for 20 years, previously living in Hadley, MA. She completed her undergraduate studies at the University of Vermont and earned her Master’s Degree from the University of Rhode Island. She worked in the area of healthcare access, in particular, in the provision of care for children with complex health needs. She derived great satisfaction in helping parents navigate the healthcare system. She recognized the need for parents to be parents and continue to nurture...
Silver, Irwin “Sonny”
Providence Silver, Irwin “Sonny,” 90, passed away on Thursday, November 28, 2024 at Wingate Assisted Living on the East Side, Providence. He was the beloved husband of the late Lois (Freedberg) Silver. Born in Boston, MA, the son of the late Morris and Mary (Shprintzen) Silver, he had lived in Providence for 9 years, previously living in Framingham, MA for over 50 years. He was a stock broker for Prudential Securities and an adjunct professor of finance at Northeastern University, retiring 20 years ago. Sonny earned his Bachelor’s degree from Northeastern University in 1957. He was a former member of Temple Beth Am in Framingham as well as an active member of the Brandeis Jewish community. He grew up a devoted fan of the Boston Braves, but converted later...
Hoffman, Elaine
Providence Hoffman, Elaine, 97, died Friday, November 15, 2024, at Providence, RI. She was the beloved wife of the late Dr. Melvin Hoffman. Born in Chelsea, MA, on June 4, 1927, Elaine moved to Providence before her first birthday. Daughter of the late Irving S. and Etta (Cohen) Chandler, Elaine lost her mother at the age of 11, after which she took care of the house for her father and two older brothers, and later her two half-sisters when her father remarried. After completing Hope High School in Providence and a secretarial course, she took an office job. In 1945, she was introduced to Melvin Hoffman, who had been shot in Iwo Jima and was recovering at Newport Naval Hospital. Elaine married Melvin on July 4, 1948, after which he completed his medical training,...
Dr. Daniel B. Rosen
Montrose, CO Rosen, Daniel B., 74, passed away on Wednesday, November 13, 2024, at the Ferris Hospice Care Center in Grand Junction, CO. Born in Worcester, MA, the son of the late Harry and Estelle (Goldin) Rosen, he had lived in Montrose, CO for two years, previously living in Delray Beach, FL, New York, NY, Easton, CT, Fort Smith, AR, and Pound Ridge, NY. Dr. Rosen was well known in the disability field as an administrator, fundraiser, consultant (both national and international), educator, lecturer, author, and advocate of legislation to enhance the lives of and protect the rights of people with disabilities. He most recently served as CEO of International Center for the Disabled, and President and CEO and ARI of Connecticut and New York. Devoted father of...
Meisler, Annabelle
Narragansett Meisler, Annabelle, 92, passed away early on Friday, November 15, 2024, at the Kent County Hospital in Warwick. She was the beloved wife of the late Dr. Walter Meisler. Born in Bronx, NY, the daughter of the late Henry and Rose (Cooper) Silverman, she raised her children in Cranston,RI before moving to Lake Worth Florida where she resided for 25 years, then GA for 10years, before moving to Narragansett, RI 2 years ago. She was a homemaker and found fulfillment in caring for her family. She also cherished time spending with friends. Annabelle was a dedicated member of the DNC where she aided in the transition of the Obama administration of 2008. While in Florida for she volunteered for the Compass Community Center, which supports LGBTQ+...
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