KI Tribute Journal 2019

FOR 18 YEARS OF DISTINGUISHED SERVICE 51 Pictured, the Mae Wallerstein Fineshriber Memorial Garden Spring 2019, an occasion to celebrate Rabbi Lance Sussman’s 18 years of inspiration and service to the families of KI. Joan Brantz Amy and Rick Bedrick Nancy and Rick Ginsberg

52 HONORING RABBI LANCE J. SUSSMAN Congratulations to our dear friend and Rabbi Lance Sussman Jane and Leonard Korman

FOR 18 YEARS OF DISTINGUISHED SERVICE 53 What a Wonderful 18 years it has been! Thank You Lance The Langsfeld Family

54 HONORING RABBI LANCE J. SUSSMAN KENESETH ISRAEL is fortunate to have as its rabbi an historian, orator, comedian, a man who has a depth of knowledge in world history, art, music, literature, Jewish studies, Torah, who is kind, who answers our questions, who gives talks on hundreds of topics, and more. We are proud to raise a chair to RABBI LANCE J. SUSSMAN, Ph.D It is an honor to support a great man. Caryl and Mike Levin

FOR 18 YEARS OF DISTINGUISHED SERVICE 55  ~ RABBI SUSSMAN ~ YOU BRING WISDOM, VISION, AND STRENGTH TO OUR CONGREGATION AND OUR COMMUNITY  WITH GRATITUDE FOR YOUR LEADERSHIP THE SALTZBURG FAMILY…ALWAYS BY YOUR SIDE

56 HONORING RABBI LANCE J. SUSSMAN For sharing your wisdom, knowledge and boundless energy, we thank you. Marc Cohen and Margie Curtis-Cohen

FOR 18 YEARS OF DISTINGUISHED SERVICE 57 Together with our children Sally Katzen, Jane & Josh Novodor, Carly & Joe Rubin, we congratulate & honor Rabbi Lance Sussman for 18 years of distinguished service to our congregation & for always being such an integral part of our family’s lives. Anne & John Solis-Cohen

58 HONORING RABBI LANCE J. SUSSMAN Lance-a-Lot He leads with his wisdom Mixed with true love And that marvelous intellect Inspired from above. Lois and Stan Singer

FOR 18 YEARS OF DISTINGUISHED SERVICE 59 When my family was in need of comfort and support, you were there. When there were happy occasions, you were there. Thank you for your compassion and leadership. We are truly grateful and blessed to have you as our Rabbi. Congratulations on this well-deserved honor. L’dor v’dor from my family to yours. With Much Love, Fredlyn (Freddy) Brown & Family

60 HONORING RABBI LANCE J. SUSSMAN To Rabbi Lance & Liz, Thank you for the wisdom intelligence, and love that you have given to all of us. Marvin & Lois Finkelstein and Family

FOR 18 YEARS OF DISTINGUISHED SERVICE 61 “One Man’s Candle is Light for Many” Talmud Thank you, Lance, for leading us with the Light of your Wisdom, Knowledge and Kindness. Thank you, Liz, for your many gifts, and for sharing your husband and your life with us. We treasure your friendships, Norma and Arnold Meshkov and Family

62 HONORING RABBI LANCE J. SUSSMAN Myrna & Howard Asher appreciate the 18 years of knowing, learning, & admiring Rabbi Lance Sussman

FOR 18 YEARS OF DISTINGUISHED SERVICE 63 To the one and only Renaissance Rabbi. All the best to you and those you love. From Estelle & Stuart Price

64 HONORING RABBI LANCE J. SUSSMAN Thank you for enriching our lives, Charlotte and Joel Schwartz

FOR 18 YEARS OF DISTINGUISHED SERVICE 65 The Yarnoff, Soloff and Snyder families honor our amazing Rabbi Lance Sussman We have been so fortunate to have had Rabbi Sussman in our lives for the last 18 years. We look forward to many more years together. Who is wise? One who learns from every man…Who is strong? One who overpowers his inclinations…Who is rich? One who is satisfied with his lot…Who is honorable? One who honors his fellows. Ben Zoma, Ethics of the Fathers

66 HONORING RABBI LANCE J. SUSSMAN Mazel Tov Barnett Sobel Charitable Trust Geraldine Cramer, Trustee

FOR 18 YEARS OF DISTINGUISHED SERVICE 67 Congratulations to Rabbi Sussman Jack and Ruth Ringlestein

68 HONORING RABBI LANCE J. SUSSMAN So happy to call you Rabbi, So proud to call you friend. Mazal Tov on the first 18 years! Love Marci and Richard

FOR 18 YEARS OF DISTINGUISHED SERVICE 69 Mazal Tov on your first 18 years at KI! We are looking forward to the next 18! The Shmelzer Family

70 HONORING RABBI LANCE J. SUSSMAN Liz and Lance Sussman with Jack Lieberman, Carol Lieberman, David Braverman, and Helen Braverman Captain Jack Lieberman, US Navy (Retired) and his First Mate Carol, are proud to have traveled to Israel, Germany and Amsterdam with Rabbi Sussman. We also invited him to speak on JEWS IN THE CIVIL WAR at the Union League where he spoke to a standing room only audience. Our proudest moment was being a sponsor for his membership to the Union League and pictured with Lance and Liz at his Induction Dinner.

FOR 18 YEARS OF DISTINGUISHED SERVICE 71 Gratz College celebrates RABBI LANCE J. SUSSMAN, PH.D. Vice Chair of the Gratz Board of Governors for his 18 years of distinguished service to Reform Congregation Keneseth Israel Colors for website (screen) purposes: Blue: pms 662 Aqua in logo gradient: pms 7473 Aqua in tagline: pms 569 Typefaces: “gratz”: frutiger 75 black “college”: frutiger 45 light LEARN. TEACH. LEAD: frutiger 66 bold italic 7605 Old York Road I Melrose Park, PA 19027 gratz.edu

72 HONORING RABBI LANCE J. SUSSMAN Most people think of ‫( חי‬Chai = Life) when they think of “18”. But we think of ‫( האחד‬Ha’echad = The One) when we think of “18”. Wishing our number one all the best for many many years to come!

FOR 18 YEARS OF DISTINGUISHED SERVICE 73 A Poem For Torah Turtle With Fond Wishes from the Preschool Every kid knows Yurtle, He’s a super crazy turtle, He can dance, He can sing, And he wants to be king, But he doesn’t match up to our turtle! He answers to the name Torah, You won’t find him dancing the Horah, He is warm, He is wise, And he’s full of surprise, He’s our slow moving, kind Rabbi Torah! Thank you, Rabbi Sussman, for always taking time out of your busy schedule to visit us on Shabbat. We learn so much from you, even though you always get things wrong the first try and make us all laugh! Mazel Tov from all your Preschool Friends.

74 HONORING RABBI LANCE J. SUSSMAN Rabbi Simeon & Judy Maslin congratulate Rabbi Lance Sussman & Liz on 18 years of dedicated service at our Congregation Keneseth Israel

FOR 18 YEARS OF DISTINGUISHED SERVICE 75 Celebr-18 You Lance! From the Rabbinic search that brought you & Liz to KI…to Lunch ’n Learns…a Bat Mitzvah…Baby Namings…Life Cycle Events… Israel…Dead Sea…Shawarma…& so much more… your knowledge is encyclopedic…your ability to multi-task is remarkable…your warmth is contagious. You are our spiritual & moral leader and our friend. We honor you, we celebrate you & we send our best wishes to you…We are so lucky to have you & Liz…Dayenu! Robin & Marc Furman & Family

76 HONORING RABBI LANCE J. SUSSMAN Best wishes to our rabbi, Lance Sussman, and the KI community. Let us strengthen one another. Linda and Mel Richter

FOR 18 YEARS OF DISTINGUISHED SERVICE 77 Congratulations on your Rabbinic Chair Lois & Jerry Rosenau

78 HONORING RABBI LANCE J. SUSSMAN To Rabbi Lance J. Sussman and KI A Wonderful Rabbi & Friend Fran & Leon L. Levy

FOR 18 YEARS OF DISTINGUISHED SERVICE 79 They went to Binghamton and they found the best! Always, Eve

80 HONORING RABBI LANCE J. SUSSMAN Thank You, Rabbi Sussman for your Guidance Instruction Inspiration Wisdom & Friendship. Congratulations to KI for finding you. We are all so lucky! Love, Emily & Howard Greenberg

FOR 18 YEARS OF DISTINGUISHED SERVICE 81 KI’s reputation is enhanced by our Rabbi Lance J. Sussman The breadth of his knowledge is evident from his forums, lectures and sermons. We will forever be indebted to Lance for keeping us informed, inspired and comfortable! Joan and Leonard B. Shore

82 HONORING RABBI LANCE J. SUSSMAN Rabbi Lance Sussman Welcoming...inclusive...warm supportive...passionate...insightful knowledgeable...enlightening inspirational...engaging...exceptional For all this, and so much more, we thank you! Here’s to 18 wonderful years, and many more to come! Love, Robin, Bob and Heather Michaelson

FOR 18 YEARS OF DISTINGUISHED SERVICE 83 Got Milk? Got Shabbat? See you at the Oneg . . . Thank you for making Judaism meaningful, worthwhile, and fun! Sincerely, Bob Kahn and David Pinsky (your Friday night regulars)

84 HONORING RABBI LANCE J. SUSSMAN We are so glad you are the King of our KI castle! Thank you for being so supportive of our events and programs. Mazel Tov on your 18 Years of celebrations! Sincerely, Women of KI & The KI Brotherhood

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86 HONORING RABBI LANCE J. SUSSMAN Congratulations to Rabbi Lance Sussman on reaching this milestone of 18 years at KI, From all our Presidents (past and present) and from Alan J. Fried and Dr. Susan O. Michener

FOR 18 YEARS OF DISTINGUISHED SERVICE 87 My Rabbi By: Janice Schwartz-Donahue and Joseph Donahue Rabbis are taught to be Theological My Rabbi is often Biblical Rabbis appear to be Scholarly My Rabbi is Historical Rabbis are frequently Role Models My Rabbi is World Renowned Some Rabbis are Natural Teachers My Rabbi is continually Inspiring Rabbis might be considered leaders My Rabbi led me on a visit to the Promised Land Inspiring, Biblical, Historical and World Renown, Interesting, Author, Tour Guide, and Kind At KI we have cause to celebrate, To My Rabbi, To Our Rabbi To ‘Chai’ and beyond …..

88 HONORING RABBI LANCE J. SUSSMAN KI was indeed fortunate 18 years ago to select Rabbi Lance J. Sussman as our religious leader providing us with dedicated leadership and intellectual stimuli during these years. E. Harris Baum and Barbara Chadwin

FOR 18 YEARS OF DISTINGUISHED SERVICE 89 We feel so fortunate that you have led our KI family for the past 18 years. We look forward to enjoying your warmth, humor, energy, compassion, & intelligence for many more years to come. With our admiration & affection, Merle & Barry Wolf & Family

90 HONORING RABBI LANCE J. SUSSMAN Evonne & Isaak Kruger thank Rabbi Lance Sussman, KI’s spiritual leader, teacher, historian, counselor, social justice advocate, sage, interfaith partner, and our friend, who has inspired KI to Dream More Learn More Do More

FOR 18 YEARS OF DISTINGUISHED SERVICE 91 Rabbi Lance Sussman, KI’s Chai: Our Rabbi Our Teacher Our Pastoral Support Our Friend! Mazel Tov on this milestone! Carey and Robert Roseman

92 HONORING RABBI LANCE J. SUSSMAN Congratulations Lance. We Love You. Connie and Jules Kay

FOR 18 YEARS OF DISTINGUISHED SERVICE 93 Rabbi Sussman: Thank you for blessing us with your devotion to community, your intellect, your humor, your stories, your teachings and your guidance. We are grateful to have you in our lives. Mazel Tov! Paula and Richard Mandel

94 HONORING RABBI LANCE J. SUSSMAN We would like to thank Rabbi Sussman for his spiritual guidance, wisdom and extraordinary dedication to serving the Congregation. His love of learning, the breadth and depth of his knowledge, his personal kindness, and his commitment to this community are an inspiration to us. Thanks, Rhonda Chatzkel & Michael Mann

FOR 18 YEARS OF DISTINGUISHED SERVICE 95 To Rabbi Sussman: For all that you have done For all that you do For all that you will do We congratulate you and, with love, admiration and respect, thank you. Ellen & Neil Sklaroff

96 HONORING RABBI LANCE J. SUSSMAN An extraordinary Chair for an extraordinary Rabbi! Congratulations Ruth and Bud DuBois

FOR 18 YEARS OF DISTINGUISHED SERVICE 97 Congratulations on your 18 years of distinguished service at Keneseth Israel Ellen & Bob Bildersee

98 HONORING RABBI LANCE J. SUSSMAN Mazel Tov to Rabbi Lance J. Sussman on your 18th Anniversary at KI. We appreciate your dedication and service to the KI Community! Rochelle and Herb Bass

FOR 18 YEARS OF DISTINGUISHED SERVICE 99 Mazel Tov, Rabbi Sussman! Thank you for 18 years of leadership, caring, and scholarship in service of KI and the entire community. We are proud to support the establishment of the Lance J. Sussman Rabbinic Chair in your honor. Leon Chudzinski and Andrew Altman Berel Chudzinski Margery Altman

100 HONORING RABBI LANCE J. SUSSMAN Rabbi Sussman: As guests at KI’s Neilah Yom Kippur service a few years back, you came down from the bimah and greeted us with, “What I wouldn’t give for a piece of chocolate right now!” We knew right away you were our kind of rabbi! Mazal Tov for 18 Years at KI & for this well-deserved honor! Elayne & Ron Bleznak