Deborah Merrick (Wilson)

My father-in-law was a paratrooper dropped behind enemy lines who after 20 minutes, was shot by a German sniper.  He spent the next 2 1/2 years in hospital in England.  He was first hand evidence that freedom is not free and we owe what has now become known as "the greatest generation" a huge debt for ensuring the many advantages our generation has been privileged to enjoy.

Robert Macfarland

Debbie, very powerful message about your father .  There sure is a high cost for freedom.  One of the powerful memories I have from CHS was in Mr. Ashcom's history class when he described being in the Army unit that liberated one of the concentration camps.  He broke down describing what they found and saw.  That memory has been with me since we graduated.

Barbara Barasch (Rosin)

 Debbie and Bob ,

These are both personal stories and makes me realize how important persoal associations can be when commemorating an historic day like June 6.. When I was born , my father was in the army . My mother and I - a newborni nfant - lived with her family above the store on South St.  I have a photograph of my father in uniform holding me at maybe 2  weeks or a month old in front of the store. I do not recall him ever talking about the war. Sadly he died when I was 12 and I'm sure he must have thought I was too young for him to share any of this with me. Debbie - your father must have been very courageous.

Barbara Barasch (Rosin)

Very sorry....I meant to write your ' father-in-law '.

Robert Macfarland

I have a similar story Barbara.  I was told I met my father at Jenkintown station when I was a couple months old.  He was returning from the navy in the Pacific and took the train from the city to Jenkintown,  My mom and I lived with my grandparents in Jenkintown while he was in the Pacific and moved to Laverock shortly after he returned.    

Barbara Barasch (Rosin)

very similar indeed , Bob...

Sunny Ingber (Drohan)

Robert Macfarland, Mr. Ashcom was my most favorite teacher. He taught us world history in away I never forgot. I didn't know about the story liberating one of the concentration camps. I wish I had know this. He was a very special teacher. 

George Trapp

Barton Solow

Yes George,...a real mess of things...

Susan Pomerantz

I guess my messages had stopped for 7-8 months, Thanks for the birthday wishes. I enjoyed reading everyone's news.

Susan

Bonnie Verbit (Lundy)

It is with sadness that I share with you the passing of Jay Ginsburg on Tuesday September 20,2022.

Marsha Dishler

I am so sorry to hear of Jay Gingbergs passing. He and I lived across the street from one another and i confess to a wicked crush on him at one point,, That hair !!!    He was a fine person and lived a good life. He will be missed.

Richard Olitsky

Very sorry to hear about Jay. 

Barbara Brownstein (Schonberger)

So sorry to hear this news

Susan Pomerantz

I am so sad to hear about this Jay was a terrific guy.

S

Sheryl Frost (Sherman)

Devestated to hear about Jay Ginsberg.  Our families were very friendly growing up. He will be missed. Condolences to his family.

Helen Batt (Feinberg)

Sad news. In my mind Jay will always be that handsome guy full of life.. 

Susan Abrams (Pelleg)

Sorry to hear about Jay.  He was a good person.

George Trapp

Susan Wolf (Trichon)

Yesterday Bonnie,Ginger,Tom and I went to Jay's service.Though none of us really knew him in high school we did get the privilege to get to know him through our many years of reunion meetings.He was kind,compassionate and the ultimate gentleman. At his service his 5 children talked about the impact he made in their lives and his many interests and passions. He was an amazing man. He brought such joy and happiness to so many families through his knowledge of the adoption process. We all felt it was an honor to have known him.

Gary Hoffman

So sorry to hear about Jay.  He was a great guy.  May he rest in peace.

Jessica Lobel (Kahn)

Happy holidays to everyone. I'm knee deep in cookie baking and loving every minute of it. My best wishes for a New Year of health and peace. 

I wanted everyone who is interested to know that Lewis Bolno is in a nursing home in Cinnaminson NJ and probably would love to get a card (or a call -- I have his number which I can share privately). The address is Wynwood Nursing Home 1700 Wynwood Road Cinnaminson NJ 08077. And I'm also in touch with Tom Brogan, also in a nursing home, in California. He'd love a card (I also have his phone number) His address is Room 216, 2400 Mariner Square Drive, Alameda, CA 94501.

I've been visiting Lewis regularly and I've come to realize how isolated that reality is. But it's also true that a visit or a note can really brighten things up. 

Nancy Eisenberg (Einhorn)

It is with sadness I share the passing of Howard Small on December 25, 2022. R.I.P.

George Trapp

Very sorry to note Howard's death. Even more difficult is hearing that Lewis and Tom are in nursing facilities.Jessica's comment about the isolated reality of that life is so true. We have several friends in nursing homes. The number one comment of their relatives is how lonely and bored they are. Those cards and visits really do bring bright moments into their lives. 
 

Also my email is now ezeepappy@ gmail.com if any of you has any reason to contact me.

Tom Israel

It is with sadness to report that Marci Finkelstein Zweighaft passed away January 16th.