Gleckman, Rosalie
Providence Gleckman, Rosalie C., 96, passed away on Thursday, February 26, 2026, at Miriam Hospital. She was the beloved wife of the late Morton Gleckman and cherished mother of Judith Gleckman, of Chestnut Hill, MA. Born in Providence, Rosalie was the daughter of the late Isaac and Sabena (Miller) Zenofsky, and sister of the late Morris Zenofsky. She had lived in Cranston for many years, before moving to Wingate on the Boulevard in Providence in 2020. She graduated from Hope High School and began working at Butler Hospital in bookkeeping, starting at the age of 18, and she remained there on and off for over 70 years. Rosalie was a former member of Temple Beth Torah; she loved spending time with her daughter, and playing Mah Jongg with her friends in...
Coleman, Melvin A.
WATERFORD, CT Coleman, Melvin A., 91, died Friday, February 13, 2026, at the Beechwood Manor Nursing Home in New London, CT. He was the beloved husband of Reva (Iba) Coleman for 66 years. Born in Providence, son of the late Ernest and Rose (Petow) Coleman, he had lived in Waterford, CT for 60 years. He was the owner of Allied TV & Video in Groton for 25 years and previously worked for EB General Dynamics. Melvin was in the Army and Army Reserves. He was a member of Congregation Beth El in New London and Telsa. Melvin earned certificates in Naturopathic Medicine and electronics. He was a volunteer for Special Olympics in Waterford. Melvin enjoyed watching movies, plays on Broadway, special trips to New York City, and being with animals, especially cats. Most of...
Sacks, Elena L.
WARWICK Elena L. Sacks, 85, of Warwick, passed peacefully on Friday, February 13, 2026. Born in Providence, Elena was the daughter of the late Harold and Ruth Adelberg and the widow of the late William L. Sacks. She is survived by her loving partner in life of almost 40 years, Ernest K. Chernick. A beloved mother by her son and his wife, Jonathan and Marla Sacks, beloved Grandmother to Amanda, Jeremy, Eliana, Benjamin, and Rachel Sacks. A beloved sister to Harvey M Adelberg and his wife Janet. Beloved Aunt to Jason, Christy, Liza and Marcos. Elena graduated from Hope High School and received her Associates Degree from Boston University. She had a successful career in sales and office management followed by an extensive vacation career that included countless...
Sussman, Jay L.
Boynton Beach, FL Jay L. Sussman, 88, passed away on Sunday, February 8, 2026, at The Barclay of Boynton Beach. He was the beloved husband of the late Sherril R. (Moskowitz) Sussman, with whom he shared 34 years of marriage. Born in the Bronx, New York, Jay was the son of the late Rubin and Mildred (Yavner) Sussman. He later lived in East Greenwich and Warwick before settling in Delray Beach, where he resided for many years. Jay was a highly successful entrepreneur whose career was marked by vision, resilience, and leadership. Throughout his professional life, he built, grew, and led businesses through periods of change and opportunity, earning the trust and respect of colleagues, partners, and employees alike. As owner of Metfab Technologies, Inc., Jay...
Jarrett, Jeffrey E.
North Kingstown Jarrett, Jeffrey E., 85, passed away on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, at Elderwood of Scallop Shell in Wakefield with his loving family by his side. He was the beloved husband of Ruth Jarrett for 62 years. Born in New York City, he was a son of Herbert D. and Helen (Director) Jarrett. Jeff received his undergrad from the University of Michigan then received his MBA and Ph.D. in Education from New York University earning the Ford Foundation and Sears Roebuck Fellowships. He briefly served as an NYU Graduate Assistant. Jeff was dedicated to higher education. He taught at three universities throughout his career. He started at the University of Scranton in PA, then continued to the Wayne State University. Once he reached Rhode Island, he became a...
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