Obituaries Making a Lasting Memory. At the Ira Kaufman Chapel, we help your family with the final tribute of those you love Jewish Historical Society and Institute for Retired Professionals present "Before Motown: Jazz in Detroit, 1920-1960," 12:45 pm, Fri, March 25, 2005, Jewish Community Center, 6600 W. Maple Rd., W. Bloomfield Authors Jim Gallert and Lars Bjorn discuss their book "Before Motown: Jazz in Detroit" at the JCC, 12:45 p.m., Fri, March 25. Text and discussion explore roots of largely Jewish- OBITS from page 101 grandchildren, Anna Rose Silver, Jordyn Brooke Tepper, Madison Nicole Staump; brother-in-law, Jack Tepper. She was the beloved wife of the late Hymen Tepper; sister of the late Ruth Lefkowitz, the late Nathan Tepper, the late Abe Tepper, the late Rose and Millard Glasser. Graveside services were held at Menorah Gardens Cemetery in Southwest Ranches, Fla. Contributions may be made to Pathways Community Hospice, 270 Lamp and Lantern Village, Chesterfield, MO 63017. owned Detroit jazz clubs and music; provide scholar- ly overview of 40-year period prior to the birth of Motown. Gallert hosted "Jazz Yesterday" at WDET-FM during the 1970s. Bjorn is a professor at the University of Michigan- Dearborn. The event is free to attend. All welcome. For more information, call (248) 335-2828. IRVING "IRV" VINOKOUR, 86, of West Bloomfield, died March 12, 2005. He is survived by his beloved wife, THE IRA KAUFMAN CHAPEL Bringing Together Family, Faith & Community 1 8',2.5 \Vest Nine Mile Road, Southfield, :\11 1.,07. -; `21S:;9.0020 • fax I-S.569.250 ,2 • NN \\ 926280 • • tio • • • Vi Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute J14 3/17 2005 102 The Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute, based in mid- town Detroit, is among the nation's best cancer centers. We are proud that the Meyer L. Prentis Comprehensive Cancer Center of Metropolitan Detroit, operated by the Kaimanos Cancer Institute, is one of 38 National Cancer Institute-desig- nated comprehensive cancer centers in the United States - a • prestigious seal of approval. Our expertise is providing multidisci- plinary care in a team setting when cancer is first diagnosed. We offer patients the latest treat- ment options for the best possi- ble outcomes. Being a recog- nized leader in the fight against cancer means we are at the forefront of cancer research. It also means some of the world's leading cancer spe- cialists are part of our team. On-Line Donations Now you can make donations to the charity of your choice on-line! No stamps, envelopes or checks needed. Our on-line link will let you donate to many charities locally and abroad. It's safe, easy and secure. A beautiful acknowledgement card will be sent by mail to the recipient. Just log on to: wwwJNOnline.com Jewish.com or wvvw.irakaufrnan.com and click on the Donations link. BARBARA HOPE WEISS, 67, of Participating Charities: Greater Detroit Chapter of Hadassah Alyn Hospital Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute Hospice of Michigan B'nai B'rith Great Lakes Region Congregation B'nai Moshe Bea Vinokour; son, Bruce Swaab of Bloomfield Hills; daughters and son- in-law, Caryn Drasin of Farmington Hills, Andi and Marc Rothenberg of West Bloomfield; grandchildren, Neil, Adam, Lindsey, Kari and Ben; sister-in-law, Sylvia Bobroff; special niece and nephew, Lainie and Richard Corey; also survived by his chil- dren, Marcee and Bruce Speckter of Minnesota, Jeffrey Vinokour and Bruce Vinokour of California; other loving grandchil- dren. He was the Vinokur dear brother-in-law of the late Morry Bobroff. Interment at the Adat Shalom Memorial Park Cemetery. Contributions may be made to the American Red Magen David for Israel, 23470 Riverview Dr., Southfield, MI 48034 or to a charity of one's choice. Arrangements by Dorfman Chapel. Las Vegas, Nev., died March 11, 2005. She was a retired keypunch operator. Mrs. Weiss is survived by her hus- band, former Detroiter Philip Weiss; brother, Robert Siegel of Fox Hills- Culver City, Calif. Graveside services were held at King David Memorial Chapel and Cemetery in Las Vegas. Detroit The Jerusalem Foundation J NF Trees fofsiiiiel Jewish Community Council National Council of Jewish Women Magen David Adom Women's American ORT DETROIT JEWISH NEWS THE IRA KAUFMAN CHAPEL Bringing Together Family, Faith & Community 951520