Stephen James Gilbert
May 10, 2025
Zikhrono Livrakha - May His Memory Be a Blessing
With heavy hearts we announce the passing of Stephen James Gilbert, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. While Steve wore many hats: devoted son, younger brother, Marine, UCLA Bruin, native Angeleno, car aficionado, engineer, and businessman, “Papa” was the moniker that gave him the most joy.
He is survived by his wife...
Barbara Ellen Gollin
May 5, 2025
Barbara Ellen Gollin died on May 5th, 2025 at the age of 93 after a short battle with lung cancer. She was born to William and Gladys (Pierce) Dial on December 24th, 1931 and raised alongside her five siblings on a farm in Decatur, Illinois. She spent her early years working as a model and a ticketing agent for American...
Beverly Borine
May 5, 2025
We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of Beverly Borine on May 5th, 2025.
She is survived by, and will be greatly missed by her husband of fifty-three years, Edwin, son, Daniel, daughter-in-law, Stephania, and her beloved grandson, Alexander.
Beverly was a graduate of Temple University, where she received her Bachelor and Master's degrees in Education. She was an educational therapist...
Wilbur "Bud" Petrick
Apr 14, 2025
Bud Petrick: A Life of Service, Leadership, and Community
Bud Petrick, who passed away at the age of 91, was a foundational figure in Pacific Palisades, leaving an indelible mark through his professional achievements and unwavering community involvement.
Early Life and Career
Born in Lincoln Heights, East Los Angeles, Bud spent his formative years in San Gabriel and Monmouth, Oregon. After high school,...
Claire Schweitzer
Apr 11, 2025
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Claire Lillian Schweitzer, who peacefully departed this world on Friday April 11, 2025, at the age of 98.
She was a devoted wife of over 55 years to her beloved husband, Jerry Schweitzer, a loving mother, and a cherished grandmother. Claire touched the lives of many people with her warmth,...
Sol de Picciotto
Apr 9, 2025
Sol de Picciotto
November 26, 1937 - April 9, 2025
Sol de Picciotto, age 87, passed away on April 9, 2025 at his home in Beverlywood, CA. Sol touched the lives of everyone around him with his kindness, humor, and unwavering love, always supporting his loved ones through life's challenges.
After receiving a BS in Physics and a Masters in Electrical Engineering from...
Rochelle (Shelly) Kappe
Mar 29, 2025
Rochelle (Shelly) Kappe
12/30/28-3/29/25
Shelly Kappe, born Rochelle Hope Diamond in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, died peacefully in Santa Monica, CA at the age of 96. Beloved wife of architect Raymond Kappe, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, she will be missed and remembered by many in Los Angeles, a city that she loved, and by her many friends in the architectural community around the world.
Shelly...
Craig Robert Suchin
Mar 24, 2025
Dr. Craig Robert Suchin passed away on Monday, March 24, 2025 in Encino, California. He was surrounded by his wife Andrea and children Morgan, Samuel, Maxwell, and Bennett. Craig was born in Brooklyn, New York on December 24, 1966 to Maureen (Dervin) and Norman Suchin. He later moved to Merrick, Long Island where he developed his love for science, academia,...
Clara Kleinman
Mar 23, 2025
Clara Kleinman
July 1, 1926- March 23, 2025
Clara Kleinman passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 23, 2025, at the age of 98, in her home in Santa Monica, California. Clara lived a remarkable life surrounded by family and friends. She was a fighter through and through; tough, sassy, smart, and not afraid to tell it like it was.
Born July 1, 1926...
Sherwin Sanford Kornblum
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,...
Jodie Rosenthal
Feb 20, 2025
Jodie Rosenthal was born to David and Sybil (née Hardin) in Winnipeg, Manitoba Canada on April 5, 1944. Her family moved to the US when she was 3yo and settled in Long Beach, CA where she grew up and went to college at CSULB. She had 2 brothers, Henry and Melton, both of whom have predeceased her.
Jodie's career path took...
Roger Jon Diamond
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...
George Ritner Aka "Georgal" & "Papa"
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,...
Patricia Lynne Hoffman Lipsey
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. ...
Lewis David Roth
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...
Laura Nicole Miller Schwarz
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...
Elaine Elkins
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....
Ronald Reiner
Jan 12, 2025
It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our stepfather, Ronald Reiner. He was a beloved husband, step-great grandfather, grandfather and friend who touched the lives of everyone he met. He passed away peacefully on January 12, 2025, in his hometown of Indio, CA.
He was born to Maury and Esther Reiner on May 5,...
Ann Elise Young
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,...
Kenneth Howard Bleifer
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...