Obituaries

Roslyn Holtz

Roslyn Gahuse Holtz was born in Philadelphia on January 24, 1925, to Joel and Celia Gahuse. Roz attended Overbrook High School and the Pennsylvania State University, graduating from the university in 1946. Roz worked as a social worker in Philadelphia before marrying Marvin Holtz in December…

Jean Ticho

I am saddened to share news of the passing of Jean Ticho, z"l, beloved mother of JFLV Board member and community leader, Ron Ticho.  

 
Jean Yocheved Ticho was a designer, creative spirit, and beloved mother and grandmother who lived a life defined by resilience, style, and a strong sen…

Elaine D. Lerner

Elaine D. Lerner, longtime Allentown resident and business owner, passed away peacefully on November 16th in Florida. She was 91.

She was the daughter of Ethel and Manny Davis, born July 20, 1934 in Atlantic City, NJ, Elaine grew up in show business. Manny was a producer who moved the fam…

Beverly Gottlieb Schnitzer

Beverly Gottlieb Schnitzer, age 76, died on Saturday November 8, 2025, after a long, difficult illness met with exceptional strength and courage. Dearly beloved wife and partner in life’s endeavours for 53 years to Rabbi Jonathan A. Schnitzer of Rockville, Maryland; devoted mother of Dr. Sh…

Carol Ostrow

Carol Ostrow, loving wife of the late Jacob Ostrow, passed away peacefully on October 28, 2025. She led a life filled with a passion for family; she loved celebrating simchas and milestones, and any chance to kibbitz with her extended family.

Carol was born in 1933, daughter of Edith Susski…