Obituaries

Feb 28, 2025

Husband, father, physician, patriarch, Sherwin Sanford Kornblum started out life in New York on November 10, 1931, born to Bluma and Irving Kornblum.

Sandy spent his early years living in Brooklyn with his older brother Dolph, who was also a close friend and mentor; his doting mother who fed, spoiled, and loved him; and his devoted father,...

Feb 20, 2025

On Thursday, February 20, Los Angeles lost a hometown legend with the passing of Roger Jon Diamond.

Born in Los Angeles on May 17, 1943, Diamond graduated from Hamilton High (1961), UCLA (1964), and UCLA Law (1966). In 1964, he married his high school sweetheart Francine (Busch) Diamond. When he told his parents he’d met the girl...

Feb 10, 2025

George Ritner, a successful attorney and self-made man was born in New York, the son of immigrants who came to this county to escape persecution in Russia.

What is most important to know about George is that he honored and prioritized his adoring wife of 67 years, Judy, along with his beloved family that includes 2 daughters,...

Feb 7, 2025

Patricia “Pat” Lynne Hoffman Lipsey was born in Kansas City, MO to Lewis and Gladys Hoffman in 1937 and grew up with her older brother Frank and older sister Carol Ann.  Upon high school graduation, Pat attended Bradford Junior College in Haverhill, MA.  Pat married Charles “Chuck” Lipsey in 1958 and they were together until Chuck’s death in 2022. ...

Jan 31, 2025

Lewis, a beloved and devoted husband, father, grandfather, and mentor to his family and friends, passed away at the Oakmont Senior Living Facility in Simi Valley, California of natural causes. He was preceded in death by his wife Beverly in 2021 to whom he was married for sixty-four years. Lewis is survived by his three children: Stephen (Carol), Gary...

Jan 29, 2025

With great sadness, we announce the unexpected passing of Laura Nicole Miller Schwarz on January 29, 2025. Born on September 5, 1993, Laura’s 31 years were filled with love, adventure, and a passion for caring for others—both people and animals alike.

Laura is survived by her loving family: her mother Celes, father David, older sister Michelle, younger...

Jan 18, 2025

Elaine Elkins, 83, of Los Angeles and formerly of Rochester, NY, passed away on January 18, 2025 following a brief illness.

Elaine was born on July 13, 1941, to Harry and Rose Rash in Philadelphia, PA. After graduating from Akiba High school in Philadelphia, she went on to earn her Bachelor’s degree at the University of Pennsylvania....

Jan 12, 2025

Ann Elise Young

10/20/1967- 1/12/2025

Ann Elise Young, born October 20, 1967, in Los Angeles, California, passed away peacefully on January 12, 2025. Ann was a loving soul who cared greatly about her family, friends, and many pets throughout the years. She was deeply involved with Chaverim, part of Jewish Family Service of Los Angeles,...

Jan 11, 2025

Dr. Kenneth Howard Bleifer, one of the most outstanding nephrologists in Southern California, passed away peacefully on January 11, 2025, at the age of 95, due to amyloid heart disease. Surrounded by his loving family at home, Ken leaves behind a remarkable legacy as a pioneering figure in the medical field and a cherished family man.

Born...

Jan 10, 2025

In Memory of Michelle Bochner Spitz August 6, 1967 – January 10, 2025 It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Michelle Bochner Spitz, a devoted mother, loving wife, cherished daughter, beloved sister, niece, cousin, and dear friend. Michelle left us on January 10, 2025, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Born on August...

Dec 14, 2024

Sol Fred Galper, beloved husband, father, grandfather and friend, passed peacefully in his home at the age of 95.

Born to parents Rebecca and Sam Galper in Detroit, Sol enjoyed a humble yet loving childhood alongside his older brother, Sidney. During the Great Depression, Sam moved their family out West, settling in the Los Angeles neighborhood of...

Dec 9, 2024

Dr. Joel Ira Ward passed away peacefully at his home on December 9, 2024 at the age of 76.

Joel was born in Los Angeles on May 18, 1948 to Anne Sosin and David Ward, attending Dorsey High School and later the University of California, Los Angeles and the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA.

Dec 8, 2024

November 19, 1949 – December 8, 2024

Mark Lowenthal, 75, of Encino, California, passed away on December 8, 2024.

Mark was raised in Great Neck, New York, with his parents Norman and Florence, brother Kenny and sister Sharon.  He subsequently built a successful career in the clothing industry, founding several companies that reflected his creativity...

Dec 6, 2024

Garry Margolis was a professional in the audio industry, a Macintosh computer expert, an audio historian, an educator, a gifted violinist, an author, a talented avid photographer, and a loving father, grandfather, and partner.

Born in Toronto, Canada, Garry moved to Los Angeles with his parents Elly T. and Alice (Chassie) Margolis when he was four. Following...

Dec 5, 2024

Ginger Ziskind, beloved daughter, sister, aunt, lawyer, and artist, passed away at the age of 75.  Ginger’s nurturing nature extended to her family, where she cared lovingly for her mother in her later years.  She had a deep love for animals, finding joy and comfort in their companionship.  An avid lifelong learner and healer, she continuously sought to grow,...

Nov 24, 2024

Evelyn, known to most as “Evie,” was a loving and devoted daughter, sister, aunt, great aunt, and most importantly, wife to the “love of her life,” Jerry.

Evie was born in Chicago, the second child of Edith and Sam Herman. She moved to Los Angeles with her family when she was young and settled in the Fairfax...

Nov 20, 2024

Marvin “Marv” Jae Fineroff, age 81, passed away peacefully on November 20, 2024, at home, holding the hand of his devoted wife, Geri. Born on May 27, 1943, in Atlanta, Georgia, Marv lived a life filled with purpose, laughter, and love—a life that fulfilled and exceeded his dreams.

In his final hour of high school, Marv jotted...

Nov 14, 2024

Joel Sidney Shafran, a beloved father and grandfather, passed away peacefully on November 14, 2024, at the age of 83. Born in New York City on November 9, 1941 to Hilda and Israel Shafran, Joel lived a life marked by dedication and love for his family.

Joel is survived by his two sons, Philip and Jonathan (wife...

Nov 9, 2024

Obituary for Joel Kenneth Kurtz (1937–2024)

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Joel Kenneth Kurtz, age 87, of Los Angeles, California.  Joel passed peacefully, on November 9th, 2024. Joel’s devoted wife, Eileen was by his side, after a lifetime marked by love, laughter, and kindness. A beloved husband, father, grandfather,...

Nov 6, 2024

The family of Leslie Shiffman mourns the loss of their beloved mom and grandmother.  Leslie was born in Fresno, California and raised by her parents, Albert and Marian Brown, in both Fresno and Los Angeles.  Leslie is survived by her four children, Susan, Steve (Lucy), David (Rachel) and Tom (Alexandra), and her six grandsons, Andrew, Jake, Christian, Kevin, Luke,...