DAVID TECHNER Author, lecturer and funeral director, David Techner is nationally recognized for his work with parents and their children by educating them to the wisdom and beauty of the Jewish response to death. Cantor Israel Fuchs: Cantorial Music Was His Life cantor Israel Fuchs, 86, of Farmington Hills, to try Detroit turned into a 25-year career. He died Dec. 11. He was born in the village of even retired twice, only to return after two dif- ferent successors came and Temovo in Czechoslovakia. went. Cantor Fuchs also After his bar mitzvah, he en- taught bar mitzvah prepara- rolled in the Wisheve Yeshiva tion at United Hebrew Schools. in Transylvania. At home, he He was a member of the Can- learned to read and write mu- tors Assembly and the Cantors sic from the local butcher. In Council of Detroit, serving as 1936, he moved to Israel; he past president of the latter. took a job as a bookkeeper at He is survived by his wife, Tel Aviv City Hall and served Ayala; son, Nathan of Lathrup in the Haganah defense force Village; daughter and son-in- before returning to his first law, Nitza and Thomas Grant love, music. He became a mem- of Wilmette, Ill.; brothers and ber of AKUM, the composers sisters-in-law, Frank and Feigy guild of Israel. He was a com- of Brooklyn, N.Y., Netanel and poser of cantorial and syna- Devorah of Holon, Israel; gogue music as well as con- grandchildren, Iris and Ofer temporary chasidic and Israeli Cantor Fuchs Fuchs, Aliza and Adam Grant. music. He found work direct- Contributions may be made to any cancer ing a synagogue choir in Tel Aviv. In 1957, he moved to the United States to foundation for research. Services were held at serve as associate cantor and music director of Hebrew Memorial Chapel. Interment at Beth Congregation Beth Abraham where he worked Abraham Cemetery in Ferndale. Arrangements with Cantor Shabti Ackerman. This decision by Hebrew Memorial Chapel. L ike a loving and caring parent, Judaism provides guidance and support during times of need. We draw strength from our friends and family. THE IRA KAUFMAN CHAPEL has been committed to the Detroit Jewish community for over 50 years, as a trusted member of your extended family. THE KAUFMAN COMMUNITY CORNER FOOD, CLOTHES AND TOY COLLECTIONS Many area synagogues and temples are collecting material for distri- bution to those in need. Some synagogues and temples are opening their doors to house the homeless. Your contributions and donations are important in supporting these programs as a gesture of friendship on behalf of Detroit's Jewish community. Here is a partial listing of involved synagogues and temples: Congregation Adat Shalom—New toy drive, new and gently used outerwear clothing. Call the Youth and Education office (810) 626-2153. Temple Beth El—Collecting toiletries, eyeglasses, coats, mittens, etc. Call the Temple office (810) 851-1100. Congregation B'nai Moshe—On-going collection of food for Yad Ezra. MARCIA L. AMEIOWITZ„ 59, of Farmington Hills, died Dec. 12. Mrs. Amhowitz was the of- fice manager and a founding member of Gilda's Club. She was a member of Temple Israel and City of Hope. Mrs. Amhowitz is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, David and Laurie Blume of Bloomfield Hills; daughters, Anne Blume of Chicago, Marla Blume of Birmingham; grand- children, Hannah and Sarah Blume; parents, Max and Rachel Miller of Bingham Woods; brothers and sisters-in- law, David and Janelle Miller of Bloomfield Hills, Alex and Mar- lene Miller of West Bloomfield. She was the beloved wife of the late Bernard Amhowitz. Interment at Beth El Memor- ial Park. Contributions may be made to Gilda's Club, 31000 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200, Farmington Hills, MI 48334; or the Karmanos Cancer Institute, 18831 West 12 Mile Road, Lathrup Village, MI 48076-9806. Arrangements by the Ira Kaufman Chapel. Call the main office (810) 788-0600. Temple Israel—Housing the Homeless, collecting toiletries, hats, scarves, etc. Call the Temple office (810) 661-5700. THE IRA KAUFMAN CHAPEL Bringing Together Family, Faith & Community 134 18325 West Nine Mile Road • Southfield, MI 48075 Telephone: 810.569.0020 • Toll Free: 800.325.7105 MARK L. BERMAN, 95, of Southfield, died Dec. 11. Mr. Berman was an auto accessories manufacturer's representative. He was a member of Perfection Lodge of Masons, Congregation Shaarey Zedek Men's Club, Southfield Men's Club, Quarter Century and Half Century Club of Automotive Accessories and he was a Shriner. Mr. Berman is survived by his daughter and son-in-law, Elaine and Marvin Green of Oak Park; son and daughter-in- law, Dr. Seymour and Rose of Bloomfield Township; grandchil- dren, Laura, Paul, Joyce; great- grandchildren, Robin and Jack Carol. Interment at Machpelah Cemetery. Contributions may be made to the Rabbi Irwin Groner Publication Fund or any other fund at Congregation Shaarey Zedek, 27275 Bell Road, South- field, MI 48034. Arrangements by the Ira Kaufman Chapel. IDA BRADLEY, 102, of South- field, died Dec. 13. Mrs. Bradley was a self-employed real estate broker. She is survived by her son, Henry; grandchildren, Joseph and Myrna Bradley, Irving Bradley, Jeffrey and Toni Bradley, Linda Bradley, Bar- bara Bradley; five great-grand- children; one great-great- grandchild. Mrs. Bradley was the beloved wife of the late Samuel Bradley and the loving mother of the late Phil Bradley. Interment at Machpelah Cemetery. Arrangements by the Ira Kaufman Chapel. BERNARD BRUM, 78, of Southfield, died Dec. 12. He is survived by his son, Eric of Southfield; daughter and son- in-law, Marsha and Enio Kumpinsky of Hilliard, Ohio; sister and brother-in-law, Genia and Moshe Fridman of South- field; grandchildren, Ariel, Leah, Miriam, Aliza. Mr. Brum was the beloved husband of the late Rose Brum. Contributions may be made to Yeshivah Beth Yehudah. Ser- vices were held at Hebrew Memorial Chapel. Interment at Nusach Hari Cemetery in Fern- OBIT page 131 Issue Highlights DETROIT/ 7 An intergenerational choir keeps connected. CLOSE UP / 48 Renovated health clubs spruce up the JCCs. BUSINESS / 53 Public relations firms have a positive message. ENTERTAINMENT/72 For many community diehards, the theater lights call. Full contents on page 5