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Obituaries, March 2026

Posted on: March 10th, 2026 | 21 Adar 5786 by Chronicle Staff

Michael Blumenfeld Michael Blumenfeld, of Coconut Creek, Florida, the only son of Norman and Barbara Blumenfeld, died Feb. 2, 2026. Born Dec. 23, 1958. Survived by his son, Jason Blumenfeld (Kelsey) and his daughter, Rachel Blumenfeld. He is further survived by his sisters, Sharon Miller and Audrey Blumenfeld. He was the proud grandfather of Noah, Henry, Ava, and Olivia.   Michael practiced estate law for […]

Obituaries, February 2026 

Posted on: February 4th, 2026 | 17 Shevat 5786 by Special to the Chronicle

Craig B. Adelman  A long-time Milwaukee resident and businessman, died on Jan. 10 peacefully at his home. At the age of 82, Craig passed away from pancreatic cancer. He was diagnosed with cancer over two years ago and, as a result of surgery, was thought to have a good chance of surviving. On a recent visit to Thailand the […]

Obituaries, January 2026

Posted on: January 6th, 2026 | 17 Tevet 5786 by Special to the Chronicle

Edward A. Blumberg  Edward A. Blumberg died on Nov. 23, 2025, at the age of 93.    Beloved husband of the late Eileen Blumberg (nee Levin) and the longtime companion of Sandra Weinstein. Loving father of Jerry (Ruth) Blumberg, Sandy (Michael) Heller and Gail Blumberg. Proud grandfather of Merav (Chaim) Possick, Eran Blumberg, and Zohar (Noa) Blumberg, all of Israel; Jonathan Krovitz of Milwaukee; […]

Obituaries, November 2025

Posted on: November 4th, 2025 | 13 Heshvan 5786 by Special to the Chronicle

Leonid Akselrud  Leonid Akselrud died on Oct. 17, 2025, at the age of 80.    Beloved husband of Elizabeth Akselrud (nee Khain). Loving father of Michael (Lana) Akselrud. Proud grandfather of Joseph, William and Shawn Akselrud.  Further survived by other relatives and friends.  Funeral service held Oct. 21 at the Goodman-Bensman Whitefish Bay Funeral Home. Interment followed at Beth Hamedrosh Hagodel Cemetery, Milwaukee. Rabbi Moishe Rapoport officiated. Memorial contributions to the charity of your choice appreciated.  Viktor Azimov  Viktor Azimov died on Aug. […]

Obituaries, October 2025

Posted on: October 21st, 2025 | 29 Tishri 5786 by Special to the Chronicle

Viktor Azomiv  Viktor Azomiv died on Aug. 22, 2025, at the age of 71. Beloved husband of Frida Azimov (nee Dratva). Loving father of Diana (Oleg) and Stan (Kristina) Azimov. Proud grandfather of Daniel, Leah, and Ari. Further survived by other relatives and friends. Funeral services held Aug. 24 at the Goodman-Bensman Whitefish Bay Funeral Home. Interment followed at Mound Zion Cemetery, Brookfield. Rabbi Yaakov Elman officiated. Memorial contributions to Chabad of […]

Rebbitzin Chava Edelman, 41, is remembered

Rebbitzin Chava Edelman, 41, is remembered

Posted on: September 5th, 2025 | 12 Elul 5785 by Special to the Chronicle

Rebbitzin Chava Edelman, known for her love of children and the Jewish people, died on Aug. 9, 2025, after battling cancer for about three and a half years. The Bayside resident was 41.  She is survived by her husband, Rabbi Cheski Edelman, and their children: Sender, Rosie, Fishel, Fayga and Mushka. She is also survived […]

Obituaries, September 2025

Posted on: August 29th, 2025 | 5 Elul 5785 by Special to the Chronicle

Mara Balinovsky  Mara Balinovsky (nee Zilberman) died on Aug. 1st, 2025, at the age of 92.    Beloved wife of the late Sam Balinovsky. Loving mother of Gary (the late Natasha) Balinovsky. Further survived by other relatives and friends.  Graveside funeral service held Aug. 4 at Beth Hamedrosh Hagodel Cemetery, Milwaukee. Rabbi Sasha Milchtein officiated. Goodman-Bensman […]

Obituaries, August 2025

Posted on: August 7th, 2025 | 13 Av 5785 by Special to the Chronicle

Margaret Blacher  Margaret Blacher (nee Radoff) died July 8, 2025, at the age of 98. Beloved wife of the late David Blacher. Cherished mother of Stuart (Diane) Blacher and the late Brian Blacher. Loving grandmother of Jason, Lindsey, Mitchell, Jonathan, and Justin Blacher. Further survived by other loving relatives and dear friends.  Services were held […]

Obituaries, July 2025

Posted on: June 26th, 2025 | 30 Sivan 5785 by Special to the Chronicle

Henry “Hank” Albert  Henry “Hank” Albert, Glendale, died peacefully on May 21, 2025, at the age of 85. He was a beloved husband and father, whose kindness, generosity, humor, and love of life left an indelible mark on all who knew him.  Hank is lovingly remembered by his wife Sandy, son David (Michael), daughter Andrea, […]

Obituaries, June 2025

Posted on: May 29th, 2025 | 2 Sivan 5785 by Special to the Chronicle

Joseph “Joe” Charney Joseph (Joe) Conan Charney, 88, died May 17, 2025, of natural causes, one day short of his 89th birthday. He was preceded in death by his beloved parents, Sydney and Rachel Charney, and his wife, Fran Charney (née Brody). Loving father of David (Lindsay) Charney and devoted “Papa” to his favorite pup, Boo.  […]