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Thursday, August 2, 2018
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Bill Hoyt posted a condolence
Friday, January 27, 2017
Deepest condolences for a high school classmate to his family. Jay and Ricki generously hosted a reception for our last reunion at their home. Thanks Jay for continually reaching across the years to keep our class connected. You will be remembered and toasted at our 50th.
Bill & Linda Hoyt
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Sharon and Martin Rose posted a condolence
Thursday, January 26, 2017
Please accept our sincerest condolences on your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you
at this difficult time. May your memories help sustain you in the coming days,
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Tansukh, Sarla and Rajesh Ganatra posted a condolence
Thursday, January 26, 2017
Hello Ilene and David,
So sad to hear about the sad demise of Jay. I had met him once, a very nice person indeed. Please note that during this extremely difficult time, we are thinking of you and we hope and pray that you cherish the fond memories and good times to cope with this saddening loss.
Warmest Regards,
Tansukh, Sarla and Rajesh Ganatra
Charlotte, North Carolina
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Andrea Lipson posted a condolence
Thursday, January 26, 2017
Dearest Ricki, Ilene and B
We are sending our love to you at this time. We are heartbroken hearing of this sudden loss. We were so fond of Jay and appreciative of his friendship.
Our deepest sympathiy goes out to you all.
With love
Andy and Stewart Lipson
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David Suss posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 25, 2017
My sincere sympathy to Ricki, Ilene, B and Jay's entire family. I have such fond memories of my friendship and history with Jay and his family and, like all who knew him, am devastated by his passing. The void left will be impossible to fill. I pray for all who mourn and hope that we will always remember his kindness, wit, loyalty, sense of fairness, commitment and compassion. May he rest in peace.
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John Germanow posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 25, 2017
My sincere condolences to the entire Birnbaum family. Jay set a great example of dedicated involvement to the Jewish Community and Community at large. May fond memories of happy times together carry you through this difficult period.
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Sue Hurwitz posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 25, 2017
Dear Rikki, Ilene and family,
My condolences on Jay's all to premature passing. A special man in so many ways.He leaves behind him a legacy that has indelibly impacted the lives of those who knew and loved him.
The Jewish community especially, has lost a great man. His death leaves a hole in the hearts of many.
May God comfort you during this difficult time.
Sue Hurwitz
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Peter & Kate Rubin posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 25, 2017
Kate and I are so sorry for your loss. Jay was a wonderful person. So full of life and personality. He will be missed by many.
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Alan and Mary Goldstein posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 25, 2017
Jay was a wonderful fellow with an extraordinary intellect,humor, and compassion. He shared our compassion for yiddishkeit and fellow Jews. Every time we spoke, we shared ideas and humor. We are shocked and saddened by his death. We send our condolences to Jay, Ricki, B, and the family. May Hashem comfort you with the other mourners of Zion and Jerusalem..our love to everyone, Alan and Mary
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Eleanor S. Lewin posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 25, 2017
Dear Rikki,
I was so sad to hear about Jay's passing. My sincerest condolences to you and your dear family. May the wonderful memories you have of Jay be as blessings in your life, always.
My thoughts are with you.
Warm regards,
Eleanor
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Eleanor S. Lewin posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 25, 2017
Dear Rikki,
I was so sad to hear of Jay's missing. My sincerest condolences to you and your dear family. May all the wonderful memories of Jay be as blessings in your life.
My thoughts are with you.
Warm regards,
Eleanor
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brad and mort kolko posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 25, 2017
Dear Ricky, Bernard and Ilene
The first time I met Bernie was in 1947 when he brought a number of jewish students at Samson College to Rochester for Pesach , Later, he was a frequent guest on Shabbat , at our home on Huntington Park. In later years I enjoyed greeting Janice at Temple on Shabbat in her regular seat near where I sat.
I recall these memories because it illustrates how Jay became so committed to Beth El and to our Jewish Community He was a role model for those who share his values. In his own , quiet way he carried on the tradition of serving the Jewish community.
On a lighter note, I once asked Jay if I could use his Syracuse tickets to see a Cornell basketball game. With out a blink of the eye , he handed me the tickets. When I thanked him a few days later, he did not make fun of the fact that Syracuse beat Cornell by 50 points.
Brad joins me in extending our condolences.
Mort Kolko
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Joanne Prives posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 25, 2017
So you - too soon. My sincerest condolences. Again the community has lost a leader.
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Dan and Victoria Goldstein posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 25, 2017
Dear Bernard and Ricki,
I am so terribly sorry to learn of this tragic loss. Jay was the first person who taught me real estate at a class he taught many years ago. He was so smart and equally creative. I really looked up to him and admired him for many things, most particularly his commitment to our synagogue. He will be missed by all those fortunate to have known him. I will always remember him.
With deepest sympathy,
Dan Goldstein, on behalf of the Goldstein family
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Diana & Philip Weintraub posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 25, 2017
So sorry for your loss. I have known Jay for 60 years.
He was the BEST!!
He will he well missed by family and friends. It is a huge loss for the Jewish Community.
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The Gootees posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 25, 2017
Our deepest condolences go out to you and your family in this time of loss. We wish you comfort and hope in the coming days.
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Marco Sintobin posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 25, 2017
Ricki and Bernard,
I remember going up to Rochester with Bernard for a long weekend and having the privilege to spend time around the Birnbaum family. My first impression was disbelief that a grown man would have such an affinity for Mickey Mouse, but alas Jay was that man. He had no shame, and pridefully displayed his every growing collection. From ties, to watches, to figurines, and collectibles there seemed no Mickey could escape his reach. Jay Birnbaum, sitting behind his desk in Rochester, radiant smile and teasing Bernard and I to get out so he could wrap up for the day. It is an image that will always comfort and bring peace to me.
From the few times I met Jay he leaves a lasting impression. One that is full of love, kindness, and positivity. I am so sad for the loss of an amazing husband, great father, and noble figure throughout the Rochester community. I only wish I could be there with y'all in this time of grief.
With love,
Marco.
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Judy and norm blaustein posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 25, 2017
To B and Ricki and all the family,
We are so sad. Please accept our condolences , Our thoughts are with you. We will always remember Jay's smile and warmth.
Judy and Norman Blaustein
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Ian Smith lit a candle
Wednesday, January 25, 2017
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To B and your entire family: Our hearts go out to you and your family and you are all in our thoughts and prayers.
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ann carol goldberg posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 25, 2017
Ricky and family;
Life is devastating, Jay's loss is devastating and a shock beyond belief. No words heal, just knowing that myself and so very many people are holding you in our hearts with love, care and grace.
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Bonnie Abrams posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 25, 2017
Dear Ricki, "B" & family,
I don't even have words for how sorry we are for your loss. Words cannot comfort at this sad time but know how much you are in our thoughts and prayers. Jay will be missed by our whole community. May you be comforted among the mourners of Zion and Jerusalem and by friends and family who all hold you dear.
In Sympathy & Friendship,
Bonnie, Jonathan, Galen & Laura
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David Kolko posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 25, 2017
Ricki and Family,
I was so sad to hear about the loss of Jay. I always found him to be such a kind and compassionate man. A true mensch in every sense of the word. He will be missed by all.
David Kolko
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Skip Creveling posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 25, 2017
I loved Jay. He was one of my favorite golfing buddies. Many great memories with Jay and Sam Berns at ICC. Ricki - all our love to you and the family. He had great wisdom, superb sense of humor and a very compassionate heart.
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Paul & Peggy Friedman posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 25, 2017
Dear Ricki and Family,
We are so saddened by your loss. We loved to see you and Jay at the Atkins events and throughout the community. He was a wonderful and thoughtful person of character who always made time to share good wishes. We will miss his charm,wit and big heart. Our thoughts go out to all of you at this difficult time. Please know our memories will always be fond ones of Jay. He was just a great guy and his loss touches the entire community.
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