Obituaries

Rosanna Jacobs

The Temple Beth El family mourns the passing of Rosanna Jacobs, the beloved mother of our congregant, Dr. Joseph Jacobs.

Funeral Services will take place at Temple Beth El on Friday, December 19th at 10:00 a.m.

Shiva for Rosanna Jacobs z"l will take place on Dec. 20th at 6 p.m. at 4855 Ma…

Natalie Kravitz

The Temple Beth El family mourns the passing of our beloved congregant, Natalie Kravitz.

Graveside Funeral Services will take place at Beth El Memorial Park on Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 2:00 p.m.

Shiva will take place at 4166 Fawn Trail Rd. on Tuesday, December 16th at 7:30 p.m.

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…