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Geraldine F. Shamberg

Mar 8, 1932 - Sep 14, 2023

GERALDINE F. SHAMBERG (nee Gottenberg) on September 14, 2023. Beloved wife of Gerald Shamberg; Loving mother of Andy Shamberg (Ronnie Neff), Mindy Shamberg, and Caren Gorman (Terry); Devoted grandmother of Zachary (Vanessa), Aaron, Justin, and Samantha. Also survived by 8 great-grandchildren. Relatives and friends are invited to Funeral Services, Tuesday, 11 AM precisely at Goldsteins’…

Martin Benoff

Mar 17, 1921 - Sep 12, 2023

In Loving Memory of Martin "Marty" Benoff [March 17,1921- September 12, 2023] With deep sadness, we announce the passing of Martin Benoff. His extraordinary journey, spanning over a century, was marked by dedicated service to his country, his community, and his family. Marty's life started in South Philly and extended to Strawberry Mansion as a…

Frances "Franny" Fineman

Feb 10, 1925 - Sep 11, 2023

FRANCES Fineman (nee Jacobs), died peacefully at her home in Philadelphia on September 11, 2023 surrounded by family. She was 98 1/2 years old. "Franny,"  as she was known to friends and family was born in South Philadelphia and grew up in Strawberry Mansion, West Philadelphia and Logan. A graduate of Kearney Grade School, Cook…

Diana Brown

Apr 15, 1937 - Sep 11, 2023

  DIANA BROWN (nee Stein) on September 11, 2023. Beloved wife of 65 years to Leon Brown; Loving mother of Susan Schweitzer (nee Block) (Pete) and Stanton Brown; Devoted grandmother of Mitchell Block and Andrew Block. Diana was a force of nature and cared deeply for her friends and family and often checked in on…

Marsha Gross

May 28, 1931 - Sep 11, 2023

Marsha Gross (nee Steinberg), passed away on September 11, 2023. Devoted wife of the late Norman Gross. Loving mother of Ames Gross (Stephanie Lowet), Nina Trejo (Stephen) and Mara Gross (Walter B. Levis). Caring sister of George Steinberg. Adoring grandmother of Ben, Naomi, Max (Michelle), Sam and Temma. Relatives and friends are invited to Funeral…

Stephen Cohen

Dec 14, 1941 - Sep 11, 2023

September 11, 2023. Husband of the late Sandra Rizen Cohen. Brother of Sandra (late Fred) Berman,  Neal Cohen, late Ruth (late Len) Silverstein, late Estelle Cohen and late Herbert Cohen, also survived by many nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to Graveside Services Friday 10 AM precisely at the Shalom Memorial Park (Section…

Dorothy Polikoff

Dec 18, 1930 - Sep 10, 2023

Dorothy (nee Silk) Polikoff, age 92, peacefully passed away on September 10, 2023. Travel Agency Owner. Daughter of the late Irving and Annette Silk. Sister of the late Jerome Silk. Beloved wife of the late Arnold Polikoff. Loving mother of Gary Polikoff (Suzanne) and Linda Frank (Alan). Adoring grandmother of Ashley Bascome (Brian), David Frank…

Barbara Nancy Ornstein

Mar 2, 1939 - Sep 10, 2023

  Barbara Ornstein was a wonderful daughter, sister, aunt and friend.  She was a hard worker who worked at Moore College of art as a secretary to the President of the College for over 18 years.  She was always on the move from traveling, going shopping and going to the movies, but especially going dancing.  Barbara loved dancing…

Doris Horn

May 31, 1930 - Sep 9, 2023

  Doris (nee Herskovitz) age 93, passed away September 9, 2023. Beloved wife of the late Bernard Horn. Loving mother of Herschel Horn, David Horn (Diane), and the late Jonathan Horn. Adoring grandmother of Rachel Horn (Ellie) and great-grandmother of Remy.  Also survived by her daughter-in-law Kalina Horn.  Family and friends are invited to her…

Robert P. Cleghorn

Apr 24, 1942 - Sep 9, 2023

September 9, 2023. Husband of Lois (nee Zeitz). Father of Robert S. Cleghorn, Karen (Stephen) Santora, Brian (Kazuko) Cleghorn, Shari Moskow and Evan Moskow. Grandfather of Tara and Cole Santora, Ian and Alyson Cleghorn, Simon and Eliah Seignourel, Olivia and Emily Moskow. Relatives, friends and members of Shekinah-Fernwood Lodge #246 F & AM are invited…