Obituaries

Rabbi Norton David “Nahum” Shargel

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing on February 27, 2026 (10 Adar 5786) of Bnai Shalom's former Rabbi, Rabbi Norton David “Nahum” Shargel, may his memory be for a blessing. The funeral took place earlier today in Harrison and Valhalla, NY.

Shiva will be held at the…

Dolores W. “Lolly” Siegel

Dolores W. “Lolly” Siegel, 90, of South Whitehall Township, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by family, on February 17, 2026.

Born in Brooklyn, New York, she graduated from Wellesley College in 1957 as Phi Beta Kappa.

She began her career in Boston as an editor at D.C. Heath …

Florence (Flossie) Zales

Florence B. Zales
( April 7, 1938 - January 22, 2026 )

Florence B. Zales “Flossie” - of Lantana, Florida, passed away peacefully on January 22, 2026. She was 87 years old.  She was the wife of Jerome J. Zales, the love of her life for over 40 years.  Born in Olyphant, PA, she was the …

Sima Peleg

Sima Peleg, 80, passed away peacefully in Allentown, Pennsylvania, on Tuesday, January 13, 2026.

Sima was a proud immigrant twice over. She was born on November 24, 1945, in Sofia, Bulgaria, in the aftermath of World War II. She was the daughter of Elsa and Isidor Ashkenazy, who were among …

Dr. Norm Sarachek

With Deep Regret: Dr. Norm Sarachek

We are saddened to share the news that Dr. Norm Sarachek, husband of Jett Sarachek, passed away Monday, January 05, 2026, 16 Tevet 5786 at the age of 86.

A memorial service will be held Sunday, January 18 at 12:30pm at Congregation Keneseth Israel, 2227 …