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.
Lawrence Michelson: Advertising Pioneer
Lawrence J. Michelson, 93, of Southfield, Guild's Shapero School of Nursing, former
died March 30. Mr. Michelson graduated from trustee and treasurer of Temple Beth El, 60-
Northern High School and started work as an year member of the Detroit Adcraft Club, mem-
ber of the Hundred Club of Detroit and of
office boy at the Detroit Ad Service in 1921.
In January 1929, he formed his own adver- Franklin Hills Country Club.
Mr. Michelson is survived by
tising agency, Simons Michel-
his wife of 62 years, Helen
son Company, in partnership
"Pinky" Michelson; son and
with Leonard Simons. During
daughter-in-law, James and
the half century as agency
Bonnie Michelson of Bloom-
heads, Mr. Simons and Mr.
field Hills; son-in-law, Marvin
Michelson served on over 50
Davidson; grandchildren,
boards of businesses and char-
James and Beth Michelson Jr.,
ities and contributed to worthy
Pam and Paul Renusch, Lau-
causes. In 1977, the agency be-
rie Michelson, Debbie Michel-
came Simons Michelson Zieve
son, Scott and Sue Davidson;
Inc. when Mr. Michelson's son
great-grandchildren, Rebecca
James and Mr. Simons' son-in-
and Brooke Michelson, Ryan
law Morton Zieve succeeded
and Tyler Davidson; sisters,
the semi-retired owners.
Lillian Haber, Alyce Rosen-
In 1987, the Adcraft Club of
blatt of Minnesota. He was the
Detroit established an adver-
loving father of the late Sally
tising professorship at Wayne
Michelson Davidson and the
State University in the names
adoring grandfather of the late
of Leonard Simons and Larry
Tim Davidson.
Michelson. "My father was a
Interment at Beth El Memo-
man of integrity and compas- Lawrence Michelson
rial Park. Contributions may
sion, definitely an uncommon
be made to the Old Newsboys Goodfellows
man," said James Michelson.
Mr. Michelson was an active member and Fund, PO Box 44444, Detroit, MI 48224; or
leader of the Old Newsboys Goodfellows Fund Temple Beth El, 7400 West Telegraph, Bloom-
for nearly 60 years. Also, he was a board mem- field Hills, MI 48301. Arrangements by the Ira
ber and former treasurer of the Sinai Hospital Kaufman 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.
has been committed to
the Detroit Jewish community for over 50 years, as a
trusted member of your extended family.
THE IRA KAUFMAN CHAPEL
THE KAUFMAN COMMUNITY CORNER
HFLA—HEBREW FREE LOAN ASSOCIATION
Established in 1895, HFLA was founded on the principle, "If thou
loan money to my people, thou shalt not lay upon him interest,"
as stated in the Torah.
HFLA has extended over a century of continuous service to the Detroit
Jewish community. Each year HFLA lends financial support for such
diverse purposes as education, automobiles, summer camp, medical
expenses, adoption, small business, home maintenance and various
other worthwhile endeavors— sometimes as simple as just giving people
a jump start.
HFLA strives to give fellow Jews optimism, hope and dignity , by
lending, not giving, interest-free money, quietly and confidentially.
This service is offered to members of Detroit's Jewish community who are otherwise
unable to obtain financial assistance. For a copy of its latest information packet, or
to arrange a confidential meeting, call the HFLA al (810) 356-5292.
Hours: Mon-Thurs, 9 am-5 pin Fri & Sun, 9 am-noon.
THE IRA KAUFMAN CHAPEL
Bringing Together Family, Faith & Community
154
18325 West Nine Mile Road • Southfield, MI 48075
Telephone: 810.569.0020 • Toll Free: 800.325.7105
DOROTHY K. BEARDALL,
86, of Southfield, died March
28.
Mrs. Beardall is survived by
her husband, Peter Beardall;
brother and sister-in-law, Jack
and June Shier of Bloomfield
Hills. She was the loving
mother of the late Barry
Komisaruk.
Contributions may be made
to a charity of one's choice.
Arrangements by the Ira Kauf-
man Chapel.
LARRY DONALD BLAVIN,
62, of Madison Heights, died
April 1.
He is survived by his sons
and daughter-in-law, Ne-
chemia Blavin of Israel, Paul
and Amy Blavin; daughter,
Monet Blavin of Israel; brother
and sister-in-law, Harvey and
Judy Blavin of Bloomfield
Township; sisters and brother-
in-law, Harriet Wolok of Farm-
ington Hills, Susan and Stuart
Levine of West Bloomfield;
grandson, Leo. He was the
beloved son of the late Herman
and Faye Blavin.
Graveside services were
held at Adat Shalom Cemetery
in Livonia. Contributions may
be made to a charity of one's
choice. Arrangements by Dorf-
man Funeral Direction.
AVERY CLARFELT, 70, of
Southfield, died March 26. Mr.
Clarfelt was a commercial gas
service representative. He was
a member and a past comman-
der of the Jewish War Veter-
ans, a scout leader and a coach
for little league baseball.
Mr. Clarfelt is survived by
his wife, Sylvia Clarfelt; sons
and daughter-in-law, Larry
and Margo Clarfelt of Lake
Orion, Steven Clarfelt of Kala-
mazoo; grandchildren, Joshua,
Daniel and Jordan Clarfelt;
sister and brother-in-law,
Shirley and Sam Feig of West
Bloomfield.
Interment at Adat Shalom
Memorial Park. Contributions
may be made to the Hospice of
Southeastern Michigan, 16250
Northland Drive, Suite 212,
Southfield, MI 48076.
Arrangements by the Ira Kauf-
man Chapel.
SOL DISNER, 89, of South-
field, died March 29. Mr. Dis-
ner was an assistant superin-
tendent, principal and teacher
in the Detroit school system.
He earned his bachelor's and
master's degrees at Wayne
State University and was a
member of the Labor Zionist
Movement.
Mr. Disner is survived by
his wife, Dorothy Disner;
daughters and sons-in-law, Ju-
dith and Dan Malamud of
Merion, Pa., Gail and Stuart
Lindenberg of Forest, Ill.;
grandchildren, Lisa and Paul
Apostol, Randy Malamud and
Wendy Simonds, Dina and
Perri Lindenberg; great-grand-
children, Jacob Simonds-Mala-
OBIT page 151
Issue Highlights
DETROIT/ 9
MJAC hosts a
communal seder
for those living with AIDS.
THE SCENE/ 48
Ann Arbor offers
more than just
frat parties, football.
CLOSE UP 154
Collectors of Jewish
signatures are investing
in the future.
ENTERTAINMENT/82
The original
audience reflects on
The Graduate at 30.
Full contents on page 5