Chana Goodfriend (Née Pofelis)

Zvi Zemel - 11 days ago

Dear Soryl So sad. I vividly remember the last time

Tamara and Philip - 13 days ago

Please accept our deepest sympathy, Sorel.

Judy Caplan - 16 days ago

Dear Soryl and Gerry and family, Please accept our sincere condolences on the passing of your sister. With love Judy and Mark

Arlene Zyk Wohl - 18 days ago

Dear Sorel, Jerry and Ezra, So sad to hear of Chana's passing. Montreal seems like a shtetl to me as I read such heartfelt messages from Ca and realize how much I missed in terms of a Jewish community. Chana left a legacy and will not be forgotten, that is apparent. May you know no more heartache

Marilyn Kaiser - 18 days ago

Dear Soryl and Gerry, My heartfelt sympathy to you and your family on the loss of your dear sister and sister in law.. May you suffer no further sorrows Marilyn Kaiser

Nachum Glouberman - 18 days ago

I remember Chana mostly from Camp Kindervelt where we were all part of the young and crazy staff. She was fun-loving and a huge part of our group. My sincere condolences to all.

Marleen Greenberg - 19 days ago

Dear Soryl, Gerry, Ezra, Mika and the rest of the family, I was so incredibly saddened to hear of Chana's passing. I too, like so many others, have many memories of her vivacious and colourful presence and always looked forward to talking with her. I can hear her voice and laughter - so distinct and so beautiful - like her soul. Much love to all of you and my her memory be a blessing, Marleen

Seymour Ross - 19 days ago

Dear Soryl, I am sorry for your loss. My sincerest condolences to you and Chana's Family. Seymour

Janis Lee Levine - 19 days ago

Dear Sorel and Gerry, My deepest sympathy. Janis

Leiba and Tony Rustin - 19 days ago

Dear Soryl, Gerry, Shana, Ezra and family. So sad to hear this heartbreaking news. Please accept our hearfelt condolences on the loss of Chana, such a bright, creative and big hearted spirit. I know that she will be missed and remembered for the bright light that she was. Love, Leiba and Tony

Charna Sohmer Young - 19 days ago

Dear family of Chana, I knew Chana from my early years at Peretz Shule on Duluth where her zaida was principal, to Outremont High & then Macdonald College. Her vibrant personality & genuine good nature will be remembered.

Adele balinsky - 20 days ago

Dear Soryl, Gerry, Ezra and family, Please accept my deepest sympathy on the passing of Chana. I knew Chana from Highschool and from J. P. P. S. She was a force. Wishing you strength and fond memories. Adele

Stephanie Finkelstein - 20 days ago

Oh wow. There are no words. I spent many many hours in the JPPS library with Chana helping me choose the perfect book. I remember her smile and laugh and her perfectly dangly earrings. My sincerest condolences to you Mika and to your family.

Stephen Engel - 20 days ago

She was special She made a difference

Anna Walsh - 20 days ago

My deepest condolences to you on your loss. I have fond memories of her as my grade 3 English teacher at the Jewish Peretz School, where she displayed her love for art and music. I still recall doing papier-mâché and making a large dinosaur in her class and also singing, “How much wood could a woodchuck chuck if a woodchuck could chuck wood.……...?” May your cherished memories console you during this difficult time and may you be comforted among the mourners of Zion and Jerusalem.

Barbara Waldman Tamir - 20 days ago

My deepest sympathies to the family. I knew Chana from JPS and enjoyed listening to her lovely music, laughter and joy. BDE. Barbara

Marina Swoboda - 20 days ago

Dear Mika, Please accept my deepest sympathy..You know I am thinking of you and love you. My home is always open to you. Love, Marina

Leybl Botwinik - 21 days ago

khane iz geven a vunderlekhe lererke (3tn klas - perets shul -1968) un a vunderlekher mentsh. ikh gedenk zeyer gut di zise kinder yorn ven zi hot unds ufgehodevet lib tsu hobn di englishe shprakh un undser gelibter medine kanade. koved ir ondenk.

Jerry Herszkopf - 21 days ago

My sincerest condolences

Rona and Bernie Rapp - 21 days ago

Dear Soryl and Gerry. Bernie and I are so sorry to hear about the loss of your sister and sister-in-law. We hope that the memories you have will help you through this difficult time.

Faigie Borden - 21 days ago

Dear Soryl and Jerry, Please accept my most sincere condolences on the loss of your beloved sister Chana.

Marilyn and Ben Bicher - 21 days ago

Dear Soryl, Gerry and family Please accept our deepest sympathies on the loss of your beloved sister and sister - in / law, Chana. Marilyn and Ben

PAULA BLITSTEIN (Toronto) - 21 days ago

Chana had a beautiful, authentic hippie “neshuma”. It was delightful being her colleague at JPPS, where she was much loved and respected. My heart aches for her loved ones.

Carole and Myer Bick - 21 days ago

Dear Soryl, Gerry and family, We send our heartfelt condolences on the passing of your beloved Chana. May the memories of her life and accomplishments sustain you through this painful time. Her work at JPPS and the countless students and friends whose lives she touched will remain a proud legacy . May you be comforted among the mourners of Zion and Jerusalem . Carole and Myer

Frances and Morty Wellen - 21 days ago

Dear Soryl and the entire family, Heartfelt condolences on the passing of your sister. Our thoughts are with you at this very sad time. Sincerely, Frances & Morty

William Fraiberg - 21 days ago

Dear, Mika, Soryl, Gerry and Ezra, I was sad to read of Chana’s untimely passing. I remember her as a cheerful, smiling neighbour from the many years she lived around the corner from us, a worthy successor to Soryl, who had lived across the street. I moved away about 24 years ago but I had the pleasure of bumping into Chana and Mika at a restaurant a few summers ago. Chana was as warm and friendly as ever while Mika had grown into a fine young man. My condolences and wish for long life to all of you. Bill

Rita Tenenbaum - 22 days ago

Dear Soryl and Gerry, how sad to learn of Chana’s passing! I extend my heartfelt condolences to you and all of Chana’s loved ones. Rita

Janie Respitz - 22 days ago

Dear Soryl and Gerry, please accept our heartfelt condolences at this very sad time. Chana was an amazing human being. She will be missed. Janie and Moshe

Dale Boidman - 22 days ago

Dear Soryl, Gerry and family, Nat and I would like to express our sincere sympathies on the sad loss of your sister. may the past good memories be blessings for all of you. Baruch Dayan HaEmet. Dale and Nat

Lynn Woloz - 22 days ago

I have many wonderful memories of helping Chana with the Library Fund at JPPS. I was very sorry to learn of her passing, and extend my heartfelt condolences to the entire family. Sincerely, Lynn Woloz

Deenalil Caplan - 22 days ago

Dear Soryl, Gerry and Family, My thoughts are with you at this sad time. Sincerest sympathy to you and you family and wish you no more sorrow. LONG LIFE to all!

Sandy (Shaffer) Baker - 22 days ago

Dear Soryl, Shoshana, and Family, I was so sorry to read of Chana’s death. Our friendship goes all the way back to Barclay Street in the 50’s. What a wonderful time and place to be growing into our teen years. Chana was always full of fun, jokes and music. What great summer nights we shared with a group of the street kids on our front balcony, singing every Weaver, Kingston Trio, Pete Seeger song we knew while Chana and my brother, Bernie played their guitars and banjos. I reconnected a few years ago with Chana. We spent two days together, eating, shopping, exploring Old Montreal…things I hadn’t done since my move years ago to Vancouver. We ended our time together sitting on a park bench not far from her home, talking about everything and nothing for hours. Before we parted she handed me a beautiful necklace that she had made for me. I wish I could have those 2 days back. I will always remember Chana. With love, Sandy

Brenda Brina Fogelman - 22 days ago

So, so saddened by this very tragic news. I was always so happy when we bumped into each other. She was so much fun. Always left with a smile on my face after had met. My deepest condolences to u Shoshana and your family.

Malvina Greenspon - 22 days ago

Dear Soryl and Gerry, Please accept my condolences on the loss of your sister. May you be spared further sorrow.

Shirley Meltzer - 22 days ago

To all those who love Chana. My sincerest condolences. My thoughts are with you. She was a very special human being.

Anna Fishman Gonshor - 22 days ago

Dear Soryl, Shoshana and family, I looked at the picture of Chana and realized that is how I always thought of her..big smile, hearty laugh, great sense of humour, generous spirit. We go back way back..she had her own sense of style which I admired, she was warm and welcoming, and her energy and creativity were inspiring, both as a teacher and later as the extraordinary librarian at JPPS. We worked together and I was witness to the incredible attraction she projected. Students adored her, teachers respected and admired her and she left everyone with a powerful memory of her. My heart goes out to all of you…. זאָל די ערד איר גרינג זײַן…איר זאָלט מער פֿון קײַן צער ניט װיסן Warmly, Anna

Naomi Rappaport Monk - 22 days ago

To all of Chana's loved ones, I would like to offer my deepest sympathies on your tremendous loss. Seeing Mrs. Goodfriend's name on the Paperman's website was such a shock .It brought back so many special memories. Grade 3 at Jewish Peretz School in the early 70's was a magical time in my life. As I look back on my childhood there was one teacher who I truly adored and that was no doubt, Mrs. Goodfriend. She taught her students about the importance of emotions; friendships and kindness. Arithmatic and other standard teaching methods came second; much to the dismay of my late mother! Chana was a trailblazer; she taught me how to learn outside the box and for that I loved her. Her vivacious nature never waivered when she belted out "The Flinstones" theme song walking her students down the hallway. She made learning fun! At the end of grade 3 she took her students to her home for lunch and then to the park where we had water fights and got completely drenched with our clothes on. My parents were in complete disbelief but she didn't care! Chana defied the rules and that's what made her so cool! I can't imagine your pain in loosing such a wonderful woman. Please know that Chana will always hold a very special, significant place in my heart. May her memory always be a blessing. Naomi

Julie katz - 22 days ago

I was saddened to read of Chana’s passing. I volunteered in the school library at JPPS for many years and was always amazed by Chana’s enthusiasm and creativity. Her love of literature really shone through and I loved the vibe there. Rest in peace Chana.

Judy Sternthal - 22 days ago

I was so so sorry to hear of Chana’s passing. My pupils and I always looked forward to the enrichment she provided for our class. My sincere condolences to her family. Judy Sternthal

Carol Langsner - 22 days ago

Dear Soryl and Gerry, Family. Our deepest sympathies to you on your loss. May you know of no more sorrow. Carol & Stephen

Mindy Spiegel & Eugene Orenstein - 22 days ago

Dear Soryl and Gerry, Shana and the Pofelis-Goodfriend family, We were deeply saddened to learn of Chana's death. We knew her as a bright, vivacious and caring person, committed to the highest values of the Jewish people and the traditions of your family. May you derive a measure of solace from the fact that she was loved and respected by many. Mindy and Eugene, Philadelphia.

Reva Bercovitch - 22 days ago

My thoughts are with you at this sad and difficult time. My heartfelt condolences. Reva

Lilly Katofsky - 22 days ago

Dear family, my deepest condolences on the loss of your beloved Chana. Lilly Katofsky

Merle Wolofsky(Frankel) - 22 days ago

Dear family, My sincere condolences on the loss of Chana. She was one of the stars at JPPS who made the library a happy place for students and scores of volunteers that she attracted and trained. May the knowledge that she influenced many children and was loved by them, bring comfort to you

Eva Kuper - 22 days ago

Dear Mika, Soryl, and Chana’s entire family, I am so sad to learn of Chana’s passing. We shared a wonderful friendship and many laughs at JPPS working together. She made the library a very welcoming, happy place for our students and the army of volunteers who looked forward to their “shift”. Her warmth and sense of humour as well as her creative spirit brought something special to all who knew her. I know that her absence leaves a big empty space in your hearts and I hope that your love for one another and the memories of a lifetime will sustain you as you move forward. My deepest condolences.

Harriet Pardo - 22 days ago

My sincere condolences to the Goodfriend family. Chana and I were colleagues for many years at JPPS. May your wonderful memories of her be blessings to you.

Faigie Rashcovsky Coodin - 22 days ago

Dear Soryl and families. So saddened to read of Chana's passing. We had very many wonderful times working a JPPS and beyond. Faigie

Johnny Cordes - 22 days ago

Dear Soryl, Gerry and family, I am so saddened to learn of Chana's passing. Please accept my sincerest condolences.

Sharyn Engel Shell - 22 days ago

I remember Chana so well. She was a special woman always kind and treated everyone with respect. I was younger and looked up to her as a role model-loved her artistic nature. Chana came from a fine family as my dad always said (Issie Engel) and she fit the mold and made it even more magnificent. Thinking of you at this sad time

Harriet Slimovitch - 22 days ago

My sincere condolences to the Goodfriend family . I was a colleague of Chana.s for many years at JPPS. Chana was a wonderful librarian and teacher.

Abe Gonshor - 22 days ago

Dear families, my sincere and heartfelt condolences on the sad news of Chanas' passing. May Chana rest in eternal peace in Gan Ayden!

Ruth Dixter - 22 days ago

Dear Family, I am so sorry to learn of Chana’s passing. We shared many years together at JPPS. My sincere condolences to the family. Ruth Dixter

Barbara and Jack Rosenthal - 23 days ago

Dear Soryl and family: Our deepest condolences to you at this very difficult time. Sincerely, Barbara and jack

Pat Rubin - 23 days ago

Dear Soryl & family, My deepest condolences to you all on the loss of Chana. As I often observe the truth of the words of thepoet Rilke, who said “ death ends a life but not the relationship.” So I believe it will be for you. Soryl Ihave vague memories of the “kid sister” on Maplewood, but certainly later memories of Holli & Ezra baby sitting Micha. So very long ago in a heartbeat! Fondly, Pat

Sabina Sternthal - 23 days ago

Dear family ….. I was a volunteer in Chana’s library at JPPS many many years ago. She was so bright, vivacious and fun to be with. I will remember her with great fondness. May she rest in peace