Obituary

She left her mark on generations of Jewish Montrealers

Beloved leader of Akron Jewish community

Known for his unending belief in the potential of each child

Kramer’s grandfather, father and uncles played vital roles in helping Chabad take root in America and in rescuing the sixth Rebbe from Russians and Nazis

Born with a rare Down Syndrome-like condition, grew to model positivity and inclusion

Early educator in the United States and longtime emissary of the Rebbe to Melbourne

A gifted scholar, halachic authority, orator and administrator

His family aided the Rebbe’s parents during their exile

An open home and heart for those rediscovering Judaism

She raised a large family while supporting her husband in many leadership roles

His portraits of Chabad rebbes and other Torah giants grace Jewish homes across the world

Transmitted stories and wisdom from generations of Rebbes and Chassidim

Chief Rabbi of Central Jerusalem conceptualized the ‘Chitas’

He founded first Chabad synagogue there after serving in IDF artillery corps and rabbinate

She fostered Jewish growth in the Upper Midwest for 56 years with a special sense of caring

A scholar and shochet, he arranged Torah schools throughout the city