Tillie Batt died peacefully at her home in San Francisco on November 13, 2009 at age 100 years. A native and first generation San Franciscan.
Beloved wife of the late Stanley Batt. Loving mother of Ernest (& Sharon) Batt, Phyllis (& Dean, deceased) DeLue. Grandmother of Susan (& Dan) Steenfott, Lynn (& Leif) Abram, and Julie (& Bill) Munger. Great-grandmother of Cynthia Harr, Hannah Steenfott, Avery Munger and Nolan Munger. Sister of Caroline (& Alexander, deceased) Libby, the late Sylvia (& Samuel Elkins, deceased), and the late Sanford (& Helen, deceased) Berger. Aunt to Diane (& Hubert) Marcus, Michael (& Gaye) Libby, Jeffrey (& Suzanne), Steven, Kip (& Cheryl) Berger.
Heartfelt thanks to Miriam Quizon and family for their devotion and care for Tillie throughout the years.
Tillie was a selfless person who sacrificed for others before herself. Everyone who knew her was touched by her vibrant spirit and kind nature. Her life was a shining example of a life well led.
Services were held on November 16th followed by interment at Salem Memorial Park, Colma. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the charity of your choice.
Sinai Memorial Chapel
Louis K. Cherin
Feb. 22, 1915 — Nov. 11, 2009
Lou was in full health, mind, and spirit, until he succumbed to injuries sustained when struck by an automobile on November 3, 2009.
Born in San Francisco in 1915 of immigrant parents, Lou was the second youngest of ten children, all living the American dream in the best of all places, the beautiful, complete world of San Francisco. He was a graduate of Lowell High School, class of 1932, and U.C. Berkeley, class of 1936. Past President of Congregation Beth Sholom and past board member of the Jewish Community Federation, Lou distinguished himself by his great intellect, sharp wit, and generosity, beyond measure, to his family, and community. His humility and sensitivity in socio-economic environments set the highest standard of virtues to emulate by his children and grandchildren. He acted quietly, seeking neither fame nor attention. Lou was a businessman with vision, insight and a work ethic that was unparalleled; he founded and actively participated in the day-to-day operation of Cherin’s Appliance, a Mission District institution, until his final days.
Adored and adoring husband of Adina for 46 years. Together they shaped the character of their extended family and all in their sphere, reveling in life and Jewish heritage. Lou is survived by his wife, Gloria Ross Cherin, who brought a profound dimension of love, devotion and support.
Lou was the paterfamilias and role model for a large and extended family, beginning with his children Feralee and Charles Levin, Don and Margery Cherin, Marty and Rise Cherin, Willie and Claire Cherin, Sue and Robert Rushakoff, his grandchildren Lisa Levin and Michael Winner, Ellen Levin, Karen and Glenn Allen, Heather Cherin-Yamashita and Takahiro Yamashita, Rebecca Cherin, Kim and Andrew Oliff, Stacy Cherin, Michael Cherin, Zac Cherin, Sarah Cherin, Joshua Rushakoff, Benjamin Rushakoff, and his great-grandchildren, Amanda and Sam Winner, Cooper and Joseph Oliff, and Lilah Allen. Lou’s influence extended to his step-children Judy Dobbs and Raoul McDuff, Dennis and Debra Ross, Jeffrey and Joanie Ross, their children, Aaron Dobbs, Gabe and Tamara Ross, Rachel, Ilana, Brandon and Caroline Ross, and to many nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Lou was preceded in death by his nine siblings, Anne, Max, Ben, Jerome, Ted, Alfred, William, Manny, and Cherin (Rose).
Services were held on Sunday, November 15th at Sinai Memorial Chapel, 1501 Divisadero in San Francisco. The family requests that contributions be made to Congregation Beth Sholom, 301 14th Avenue, San Francisco, 94118.
Sinai Memorial Chapel
Reva Krips
On Nov. 5th at age 89. She is survived by her daughters, Ina Krips and Gilda Krips. Preceded in death by beloved husband Sam Krips, who passed away on September 9, 1990.
In earlier times, Reva was active in local politics, environmental causes and various Jewish organizations. Anyone wishing to contact her daughters should call 310-204-4102.
Emmy Sokoloff
2/17/1918 — 10/26/2009
Born Emma Katherine (Dorothy Helen) to Margit and Paul Stephan in Fairfield, CT. They had emigrated from Hungary in the late 19th century and were proud of their Hungarian ancestry and their new land. Emmy was a Marin County resident from 1947. She was married 62 yrs. to her beloved David (FAIA), a British expatriate and a RCAF Bomber Pilot WWII. He predeceased her in 2005. Both were active for decades in important issues benefiting the developmentally disabled. They are survived by his sister, Pearl Mindel of London, UK and by their children, Peter (Dana), Fountain Valley, CA; Mitzi (John, Sr.) Taylor; Anne (James deceased) Trumbo; Lucy; Nicholas M. (Liz), SF Bay Area. Survivors include grandchildren John Jr. and David Taylor; Benjamin, Isaac (Rebecca) and Joseph (Anna) Trumbo; Nicholas R. Sokoloff; great grandchild Serenity Trowbridge; and many nieces and nephews in the US and UK. Both Emmy and David were staunch Democrats. A private gathering has been held. Donations to Matrix 415-884-3535, Lifehouse 415-472-2373 or The Cedars 415-454-5310 are appreciated.
Aaron Toder, 97, died peacefully in his home in San Francisco, on November 14, 2009. Adoring husband of the late Shulamis Warshavsky Toder. Beloved father of Larry (Susan), Nan (Dan McClosky) and Steve (Naomi), adored grandfather of Karine McClosky, David McClosky, Matthew Toder (Caren Colodny) and Emily Toder. Born in Brooklyn, October 23, 1912, the youngest of four children, he graduated from City College at the age of 20, Phi Beta Kappa, and received an MBA in accounting in 1934. He taught high school accounting and business subjects for over 35 years, and rose to the position of Department Chair. He also worked as a CPA for private accounting firms and was a successful textbook author. In 1986, he moved with Shulamis to Berkeley, where they lived an idyllic life in the Gourmet Ghetto, taking part in various cultural and Jewish activities.
Donations to the Berkeley JCC, 1414 Walnut; Jewish Family & Children’s Services, 2150 Post St., San Francisco, or Tehiyah Day School, 2603 Tassajara, El Cerrito.
unveiling
Gerda Joseph’s unveiling was held at 12 p.m. Sunday, November 15, at Eternal Home Cemetery, Colma, with Rabbi Morris Hershman officiating.