Wednesday, March 23, 2011

We will miss "Hanky Panky"... Celebrate his life on April 10th

Often times, charities honor someone who will bring in the most money for their oganization. Instead, the Jewish Pavilion selected the  man who  meant the most to the organization and exemplified all it means to be a dedicated and caring volunteer. Our “Pied Piper,”  Hank Goldberg passed away this morning. 

 Hank was always the life of the party. He made board meetings and other mundane activities fun; always adding humor and compassion. When the Jewish Pavilion held Jewish holiday celebrations at nursing and assisted living facilities, it was always Hank who added jokes and joy to the celebrations. Women in wheel chairs stood up to dance with Hank. Many people feel uncomfortable touching the elderly. Hank welcomed them with open arms.  It is so hard to believe that we have lost such a special man.

Cards can be sent to Joni directly or through the Jewish Pavilion. We look forward to celebrating the life of Hank Goldberg on April 10th at our gala. We knew how sick Hank was, so we sent him all publicity in advance of the gala including all tributes made in his honor. The city of Orlando proclaimed April 10th Hank Goldberg Day.  Hank received the proclimation before his passing. Please take a moment to read about the life of Florida’s Marvelous Mensch.   http://www.floridajewish.com/mensch.php.  We will really miss our beloved Hank!

Funeral services will be held  at Temple Israel on Friday at 10 AM. Shiva will be Saturday and Sunday nights at Joni’s house .

Temple Israel address
50 South Moss Road

Winter Springs, FL 32708-3002
(407) 647-3055
Following services, Interment will be at Glenhaven Memorial.

Joni Goldberg’s address
1421 Sunnyside Dr
.
Maitland, FL  32751

Jewish Pavilion
http://www.jewishpavilion.org/
421 Montgomery Road Suite 131
Altamonte Springs, FL 32714
407-678-9363

Submitted by Nancy Ludin- Executive Director




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