Obituaries

Asher Oppenheimer
Jan 6, 2026
It is with great sadness that we share the news of the passing of Asher Oppenheimer. To all of you who knew Asher, you know he was a beloved father, grandfather, uncle, friend, and neighbor. He loved life, and to the delight of his friends and family, he fought to live to the remarkable age of 103 (and 11 months)....
Karen Selss
Jan 4, 2026
Karen Selss, born on October 9, 1957, in Washington, DC, a devoted wife, loving mother, and cherished friend, passed away on January 4, 2026, in Silver Spring, MD, after a courageous battle with multiple health challenges. For more than forty years, Karen shared a loving and devoted marriage with her husband, Ira. She was a proud and dedicated mother, giving...
Fredric Berk
Jan 4, 2026
On Sunday, January 4, 2026, Fredric Berk passed away. Originally from New York, Fred was residing in Potomac, Maryland with his family.
Fred was the beloved husband of the late Sharon Berk; a devoted father to Stephanie Berk (Mish Shoykhet) and Lauren Kline (Sam Kline); a loving brother to Alan Berk (Celia) and Paula Shelby; and a cherished grandfather to Sam...
Stanley Shipley Hertzbach
Jan 3, 2026
On Saturday January 3, 2026 Stan Hertzbach of Silver Spring, formerly of Amherst, MA. Born June 15, 1939 in Baltimore, MD to the late Estelle and George Hertzbach. Beloved husband of Bobbye Turshinsky Hertzbach; devoted father of Rebeca (Edward) Blum, Marc and Gregory Hertzbach; cherished Pop-Pop of Moriah, Aryeh, Mitchell and Steven. Services will be held in the Chapel at...
Harvey J. Lebson
Jan 3, 2026
Harvey J. Lebson, age 79, worked for Pension Benefit Guarantee Corporation as an Account Manager. He is survived by Marilyn, his wife of 55 years. He is also survived by his daughter, Sherri Morstein and son, Randy Lebson. In addition, he is survived by one grandchild, Sam Morstein and brother Roy Lebson. In lieu of flowers, you can donate to B’nai...
Patricia Strongin
Jan 2, 2026
On January 2, Patricia Kreindler Strongin died in Bethesda. She was 87. She was born in Manhattan to David Kriendler and Anne Levin Kriendler, and raised in Liberty, NY, and, really, Grossinger's Hotel, where her father was the General Manager and "Patsy" was a self-described "hotel brat" who reveled in short-sheeting guests' beds when she wasn't winning Silver Skates speedskating...
Ira Gerald "Jerry" Ginsburg
Dec 31, 2025
Ira Gerald "Jerry" Ginsburg, born on November 4, 1940, passed away peacefully on December 31, 2025. He is survived by his beloved wife Sydell "Toby" Ginsburg; devoted children Jeffrey Ginsburg, Jacqueline Havens, Janine Orchin, David (Jackie) Ehrlich, Linda (Stu) Taub, and Howard (Sharon) Ehrlich; his cherished grandchildren Steven (Caroline), Brad, Michelle (Andy), Jenna (Corey), Sammi, Philip, Charlie, Zachary, Brandon (Kayla),...
Lois Hollander
Dec 30, 2025
Lois Schwartz Hollander of Rockville, MD passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 30th, 2025. Beloved and devoted wife, mother, aunt, grandmother and great-grandmother. She joins her late husband Dr. Richard "Dick" Hollander, to whom she enjoyed 62 years of marriage. She is survived by her children, Margo Rosenberg (David), David Hollander (Jen), Lisa Akman (Danny); her niece and nephews, Susan...
Carole Rhoda Kohn
Dec 27, 2025
Carole Rhoda Kohn
On Saturday, December 27, 2025, Carole Rhoda Kohn of Silver Spring, Maryland, Beloved Wife of Ronald Kohn, devoted mother Roy Kohn (Debbie), Marc Kohn, Ivy Reed (Rick), and Barry Kohn (Maureen); Loving sister of Alice Sliss (pre-deceased), Ronnie Traina, Elliot Hershik; Cherished grandmother of Ryan Kohn, Caitlyn Kohn, Brendan Kohn and step-grandsons Michael Reed and Stephen Reed; Also...
Michael Bradley Harris
Dec 23, 2025
Michael Bradley Harris unexpectedly passed away on December 23, 2025. He is survived by his loving parents Bill and Denise Harris, cherished siblings Greg Harris and Laura Harris, doting grandmother Dinny Harris, his many beloved aunts, uncles and cousins, as well as his treasured and devoted dog Gary.
Michael’s life was full of friends and family who loved him dearly and will...
Cheryl Kravitz
Dec 20, 2025
On Saturday, December 20, 2025, Cheryl Rose Kravitz of Silver Spring, Maryland, died peacefully at home. Daughter of the late Theodore and Dorothy Schultz and niece of the late Julian Kranz. Beloved wife of Michael; loving mother of Lynn Presley (Tony Roush) and Rachel Resta (Tony); devoted sister of Bonnie Golden (Norman); adoring G-ma of Blake and Paige Presley and...
Leah Weber
Dec 20, 2025
On December 20th, 2025, Leah Weber passed away. Beloved wife of the late James Weber; devoted mother of Steven Weber (Judi ) and the late Marc Weber; cherished grandmother of Amy Weber. Leah was an avid bingo player and lover of her numbers via the lottery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Leah's memory to JSSA Hospice...
Dorothy Cooper Kornhauser
Dec 18, 2025
At this time, an obituary for Mrs. Kornhauser is unavailable. Please feel free to leave a comment or share a memory on her tribute page.
Ezra Friedman
Dec 16, 2025
An obituary is not available at this time for Ezra Friedman. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.
Lauren Ann Kay
Dec 16, 2025
Lauren Ann Kay, property manager and philanthropist, died at her home in Barnesville, Maryland on Tuesday December 16, 2025. She was 75.
Born February 11, 1950 in Washington DC, she was the daughter of Jack and Ina Kay. Ms. Kay was a 1968 graduate of Maret School and studied at Lasell College and Virginia Commonwealth University.
She was a kind-hearted, curious, and...
Michelle Valerie Yam
Dec 14, 2025
When I die
If you need to weep
Cry for someone walking the street beside you.
You can love me most by letting hands touch hands, and
Soul's touch souls.
You can love me most by sharing your Simchas (goodness) and
multiplying your Mitzvot (acts of kindness).
You can love me most by
letting me live in your eyes
and not on your mind.
And when you say
Kaddish for me
Remember...
Selig A Taubenblatt
Dec 14, 2025
On December 14, 2025, Selig “Sy” Taubenblatt passed away. Beloved husband of the late Sondra Taubenblatt, devoted father of Marc (Wendy), Betsy (Steve), and Joel (Jody); cherished grandfather of 7, and great-grandfather of 2.
Funeral services will be held on Thursday, December 18, 2025, 12 P.M., at Kol Shalom, 9110 Darnestown Rd, Rockville, MD, with private interment. Memorial contributions may be...
Milton Adelman
Dec 13, 2025
An obituary is not available at this time for Milton Adelman. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.
