Debbie Dallet
Debbie Dallet (nee Emroll), 82, died peacefully on May 6, 2026.
Born in Chicago, Debbie raised her family in Fox Point, and retired in Naples, Florida. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and partner in both family and business. Debbie was the beloved wife of Jim Dallet for nearly 61 years. Loving mother of Brad (Becky) Dallet and Drew (Blythe) Dallet, and proud grandmother of Abby, Ellie, Rachel, Quinn, and Piper Dallet. She was preceded in death by her parents, Ben and Faye Emroll, and her brother, Laurie Emroll. Debbie is survived by other relatives and many friends. Debbie was a dedicated partner to her husband in his pharmacy business, helping to build a life rooted in hard work and family. She loved to shop, golf, play bridge and mahjong, and spend time with her grandchildren. Known for her strength and candid spirit, Debbie will be deeply missed by all who knew her. It was a special honor for the family to celebrate Debbie on Mother’s Day. Graveside service was May 10 at Mound Zion Cemetery, Brookfield. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Susan G. Komen or the Milwaukee Jewish Free Loan Association. Rabbi Shari Shamah and Blane Goodman Funeral Service assisted the family.
David Fantle
David Fantle, 66, of Milwaukee, an accomplished author, affable college professor and beloved family man, died suddenly of a cardiovascular emergency on April 21, 2026.
Born and raised in the Highland Park neighborhood of St. Paul, Minn., David graduated from the University of Minnesota but soon after made Wisconsin his home. He held senior positions at Wisconsin Gas, VISIT Milwaukee and United Performing Arts Fund. David also proudly served as deputy secretary at the Wisconsin Department of Tourism. David is survived by his loving wife and exercise partner of 40 years, Cathy (nee Lang), and was a cherished father to Grace Kaplan (Jonah), Madeline (Benjamin Kaplan) and Max (Allie). He was known and celebrated as “Pops” to his prized grandchildren, Rena, Romi, Lang and Hannah; he will be missed as well by his mother, Betty, and older brother, Phillip (Susan) and loving nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by his father, Herbert Fantle, a Holocaust survivor.
Beyond his family, David also had one other love: Hollywood. Often collaborating with his best friend, Tom Johnson, David interviewed nearly 250 celebrities over 45 years and never missed a reference, quote, song or dance that harkened back to the legends of the silver screen. He enjoyed sharing that love with audiences around the world, especially his students at Marquette University. The family held a funeral April 23, at Congregation Sinai, Milwaukee, followed by interment at Greenwood Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made in David’s honor to the Nathan and Esther Pelz Holocaust Education Resource Center or the College of Communication at Marquette University. Rabbi David Cohen and Blane Goodman Funeral Service assisted the family.
Rivian Lee Goldman
Rivian Lee Goldman
Rivian Lee Goldman (nee Beers) died on April 28, 2026, at the age of 86. Beloved wife of the late Stanley Goldman. Cherished mother of Mark Goldman, Carrie (Matthew) Rongholt and Scott Goldman. Loving grandmother of Michael (Nikki Keehn), Jacob, Larissa, and Nathan (Destiny) Rongholt. Proud great-grandmother of Cordelia Keehn-Rongholt, Booker Keehn-Rongholt and Romeo Matthew Rongholt. Dear sister of Steve Beers. Further survived by other relatives and friends.
A graveside service was held at Minneapolis Jewish Cemetery, Richfield, Minn. on May 1. A memorial service was held on May 4 at the Jewish Home and Care Center, Milwaukee. Rabbi Levi Emmer officiated. Goodman-Bensman Whitefish Bay Funeral Home assisted the family. Memorial contributions may be made to Milwaukee Jewish Sacred Society c/o Alan Borsuk, 3378 N. 51st Blvd., Milwaukee, WI 53216.
Lynne Gail Goldstein
Lynne Gail Goldstein
Lynne Gail Goldstein died April 18, 2026. Born Leah Gedaliah bat Yosef and Necha on Sept. 18, 1950 / 7 Cheshvan 5711, in Hammond, Indiana, across the street from the local elementary school. Her beloved father, Joe Goldstein, died when she was young, and she grew up with her mother, Norma; older siblings, Phyllis and Irving; and her maternal grandmother, Bubbie. Lynne’s marriage in 1981 to Jonathan Schneider was a loving and complete partnership in every way until tragically cut short by Jon’s death in 1997. Lynne maintained close family relationships to her aunts, uncles and cousins in Hammond, Chicago and New York. Her family members, over three generations, knew they could count on Lynne’s deep interest in their lives and on her generous love and support.
After graduating high school, Lynne earned her bachelor of arts degree in anthropology from Beloit College in 1971, majoring in archaeology. Her commitment to this field of study began even earlier in her high school days through volunteer work at the Field Museum of Natural History and participation in the Kampsville Project. She completed her master of arts and doctoral degree from Northwestern University (in 1973 and 1976, respectively). Over the course of her career, she taught at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (1976-1996) and Michigan State University (1996-2018), and also chaired both departments, honored with emeritus status upon her retirement. After retiring to her beloved Arizona, where she enjoyed posting photos of so many beautiful views and sunsets, Lynne continued to be very active in the world of archaeology, adding to her already highly distinguished career, which included many publications and awards, including five Presidential Recognition Awards, and her excellent mentorship to countless students and colleagues. She served as the editor of American Antiquity, the publication of the Society for American Archaeology and received a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Society.
Her colleagues have noted her intellectual curiosity and enthusiasm when exploring new research projects. She was also noted for her clear-sightedness, straightforwardness and keen sense of humor, which she brought to every relationship and situation.
Her family and friends, her many students and her esteemed colleagues as well as the field of American archaeology itself, all have greatly benefited from Lynne’s curiosity, intellectual honesty, enthusiasm, wit and generosity. She will be greatly missed by many.
Graveside funeral service held April 22 at Temple Menorah Ever-Rest Cemetery, Milwaukee. Rabbi Wes Kalmar officiated. Goodman-Bensman Whitefish Bay Funeral Home assisted the family. Memorial contributions to HIAS or the Lynne Goldstein Fellowship Fund appreciated. Please visit goodmanbensman.com for charity information.
Austin Greenberg
Austin Greenberg, 45, of Milwaukee, died on April 13, 2026, following significant mental health challenges. Austin was born in Milwaukee on July 25, 1980 to Susan Esser-Greenberg and Gary Greenberg. Austin was a graduate of Milwaukee Jewish Day School, Nicolet High School and Indiana University. He had an insatiable appetite for culture, specifically movies, music, books and comedy. Austin was quick-witted and funny, with an encyclopedic memory. He was also an avid sports fan and a gifted writer, who possessed a beautiful singing voice. Austin had a kind and giving soul and found purpose in teaching literacy classes and was always a steady hand for elders in his community. Austin was a beloved son of Gary and Susan. He was the first best friend to his sister, Tera (Dan) Shapiro and guiding mentor to his brother, Nolan (Lauren) Greenberg. He was an uncle to five nieces and nephews: Caleb, Ella and Maquel Shapiro and Jaxson and Ava Greenberg. He is also survived by his grandmother, Harriet Esser Hirschberg. Funeral services were April 17, at Congregation Shalom, Fox Point. Interment at Spring Hill Cemetery, Milwaukee. Memorials to the Milwaukee Jewish Day School. Rabbi Noah Chertkoff and Blane Goodman Funeral Service assisted the family.
Alvin Herbert Kriger
Alvin Herbert Kriger, 83, died on April 25, 2026 surrounded by his loving family.
Born and raised in Memphis, Tenn., Alvin graduated from High School in 1960 and went on to receive degrees from University of Wisconsin-Madison, UW Law School and New York University Law School. Alvin was a partner in several Milwaukee-based law firms before opening his own practice in estate planning, where he worked until his passing.
He is survived by the love of his life for more than 35 years, Grace Kriger, who will always remember his zest for life and care and kindness for others; his children, Jason (Mary) Kriger, Sarah (Milt) Hwang, and Angelo (Tina) Mortellaro; his grandchildren Taylor, Brittany, Ethan, Juliana, Marco, Sam and Colin; and great-grandson Max. He is also survived by his former wife and mother of Jason and Sarah, Pam Kriger; sister-in-law, Judy Kriger; and many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Sidney and Rose Belz Kriger; his mother-in-law, Grace Helbig; his brother, Morris (Judy) Kriger; and his stepdaughter, Marcella Mortellaro.
Donations to the Morris J. Kriger Memorial Fund of the Kosten Pancreatic Research Foundation (kostenfoundation.com/make-a-donation/) 6060 Poplar Ave., Suite 140, Memphis, TN 38119, or the charity of your choice appreciated. Goodman-Bensman Whitefish Bay Funeral Home assisted the family.
June P. Kurzon
June P. Kurzon, 101, of Mequon, died May 5, 2026. Treasured wife of the late Dr. Alvin Kurzon. Adoring mother of the late Dr. Robert (Andrea) Kurzon and Nancy (Sol Lewin) Wargin. Loving grandmother of Lisa (Steve) Fretzin, Dr. Jeffrey (Rebecca) Kurzon, Elisse (Shawn) Quill. Caring great-grandmother “Gigi” of Andrew Fretzin, Ethan Quill, Ava Kurzon, and Hannah Kurzon. Dear sister of the late Dr. Ronald (Risa) Grossman. Further survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Graveside services were May 11, at Spring Hill Cemetery, Milwaukee. Memorials to a charity of your choice. Rabbi Abby Phelps and Blane Goodman Funeral Service assisted the family.
Simona Spakman
Simona Spakman died on May 4, 2026, at the age of 69. Beloved daughter of the late Yefim and Riva Spakman. Loving sister of Rakhil (Ayzik) Okun. Adored aunt, caring great-aunt and friend to many.
Graveside funeral service held May 6, at Mound Zion Cemetery, Brookfield. Rabbi Yaakov Elman officiated. Goodman-Bensman Whitefish Bay Funeral Home assisted the family. Memorial donations to Chabad of Glendale appreciated.
Barbara Shafton
Barbara Shafton (nee Lubotsky) died on April 25, 2026, at the age of 95.
Beloved wife of the late Elliot Shafton. Loving mother of Andrea (Jim Baade) Shafton, Wendy (Steve) Koppel, and Clay Shafton. Proud grandmother of Jeremy, Kaitlin and Jestin Charusch; Elissa Koppel; Nadja Marks-Shafton, Anna Abraham, and Rachell Aurael Marks-Shafton, and great-grandmother of Tyler Christensen, Yehudit Rose Abraham, Eliyahu Dovid Abraham, and Asher Shmuel Abraham. Dear sister of the late Nanette Berlin.
Funeral services held April 27 at Goodman-Bensman Whitefish Bay Funeral Home. Interment followed at Beth Hamedrosh Hagodel Cemetery, Milwaukee. Rabbi Menachem Rapoport officiated. Memorial contributions to the Milwaukee Jewish Federation appreciated.
Dr. Morton M. Soifer
Dr. Morton M. Soifer
Dr. Morton M. Soifer, beloved husband, father, grandfather and physician, died peacefully on April 17, 2026, at St. John’s on the Lake in Milwaukee. He was 90 years old.
Born in 1935 in Providence, Rhode Island, Mort demonstrated an early dedication to learning and service that would define his life. He earned his undergraduate degree from Providence College in 1957, followed by his medical degree from Tufts Medical School in 1961.
Mort’s pediatric residency in Albany, New York, began in 1962, pausing between 1963 and 1965 while he served as a physician in the United States Navy Medical Corps, stationed at China Lake, California. He returned to Providence after his service, completed his residency, and went on to practice pediatrics in Bristol, Rhode Island, from 1965 to 1967.
With deeper curiosity in pediatrics, Mort turned his talents to medical research, joining Ross Laboratories in Columbus, Ohio, from 1967 to 1971, where he conducted research on foods and infant nutrition. In 1971, he again changed direction and brought his family to Milwaukee, where he built a distinguished pediatric allergy and immunology practice, Allergy Associates. He practiced there for more than three decades before retiring in 2003.
Mort was a wonderfully complex man. He was unfailingly precise, and that same attention to detail flowed into the way he loved people: thoroughly, reliably and without half-measure. In 1959, Mort married Naomi Fershtman, and together they built a life that spanned every kind of adventure, including travel, career and a growing family. By any measure, it was a beautiful life. By Mort’s own measure, his family was his proudest work.
He is survived by Naomi, his wife of 67 years; his sister, Ann Winograd; his sons, Jonathan Soifer and his wife, Kristin; Jeffrey Soifer and his wife, Ellen Peters; his grandchildren, Max Soifer and his wife, Stephanie; Anna Soifer; Lenna Shapiro and her husband, Evan; Lydia Soifer; Rebecca Soifer; and his great-granddaughter, Georgene Shapiro.
A memorial reception was held April 22, at St. John’s on the Lake. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to a charity of your choice.
David M. Victor
David M. Victor died May 3, 2026, at the age of 67.
Beloved husband of Barbara Victor (nee Rosenberg). Cherished father of Lisa Victor and Brian (Jenni) Victor. Loving grandfather of Benjamin and James Victor. Dear brother of Richard (Laureen) Victor, Liz Elsby, and fond brother-in-law of Marilyn (Brad) Shovers and Sally (Rick) Boren. Further survived by nieces, nephews, other loving relatives and dear friends.
Private services held. Goodman-Bensman Whitefish Bay Funeral Home assisted the family. Memorial contributions made to American Liver Foundation or National Kidney Foundation of Wisconsin appreciated.
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