With deep sadness, we write to inform you of the passing on Sunday, April 19, of Elaine Gedanken, beloved mother of Lynne Gedanken, grandmother of Max Levine with Kate Smith, and great-grandmother of Jack and Tess.
Elaine adored children and made it her life’s passion to devote herself to them. As a teacher, she taught preschool and elementary aged children, including English as a second language, and ran the synagogue preschool. She lovingly raised children who care about the world around them and was an adoring grandmother and great-grandmother. A weaver of sweaters and blankets and more, those in her extended circle could anticipate beautiful gifts from her. Known among the people of Israel as Elka bat Yudis v’Yankel, she is now herself woven back into the fabric of life.
A graveside service will be held at the JCOGS cemetery tomorrow/Tuesday at 2pm. Members who wish to be present to pay their respects may stay in their cars for the duration of the service. Members who wish to be on Zoom for the funeral, mincha minyans, or shiva calls may register here for the link.
Shiva will be held virtually with mincha services beginning at the following times: 7:30pm Tuesday, 5:30pm Wednesday, 7:30pm Thursday, 8pm Saturday followed by Havdalah, and 7:30pm Sunday. In addition, afternoon shiva calls will take place from 3-4pm Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday to visit with Lynne and offer condolences.
Please contact the JCOGS office for additional details, jcogs@jcogs.org.
We offer Lynne, Max, Kate, Jack, and Tess and the entire family our deepest condolences and greatest comfort.
May Elaine’s memory forever be a blessing. Rabbi David Fainsilber
Jewish Community of Greater Stowe 1189 Cape Cod Road Stowe, VT 05672 802-253-1800 jcogs@jcogs.org
