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Leader In Psychiatry
Ann Arbor
D
r. Melvin Reinhart of Ann
Arbor, who both practiced
and taught psychiatric medi-
cine, died April 16, 2007. He was 77.
Dr. Reinhart was born in Detroit on
Dec. 2,1929, to William and Augusta
Reinhart. He graduated from the
University of Michigan College of
Literature, Science and the Arts in 1951
and the University of Michigan Medical
School in 1955.
Dr. Reinhart served as a captain in
the Navy from 1958-1961. He married
Malverne Gleiber, whom he met while
attending U-M. They loved Ann Arbor
and all it had to offer. After his medical
training, he and Malverne decided to
make Ann Arbor their home. He had a
MARCIA J. ABEL,
77, of Southfield, died
April 19, 2007. She was
devoted to and active in
the Congregation Beth
Shalom Sisterhood; she
served in various capaci-
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Abel
chair of the Social
Committee, and, for
many years, helped organize the annual
donor luncheon.
Mrs. Abel is survived by beloved hus-
band and companion of 60 years, Gerald
Abel; son and daughter-in-law, Marc and
Lori Abel of Libertyville, Ill.; daughter
and son-in-law, Gail and Michael Rapport
of Austin, Texas; sister, Beatrice Kape of
Southfield; grandchildren, Jessica Abel,
Rebekah Abel, Tolya Rapport and Irina
Rapport; many other loving family mem-
bers and friends.
She was the dear sister of the late Ruth
Seligman.
Interment at Machpelah Cemetery.
Contributions may be made to the sis-
terhood at Congregation Beth Shalom.
Arrangements by Dorfman Chapel.
LOUIS ADLER, 94, of West Bloomfield,
died April 11, 2007. He was a home
improvement salesperson.
Mr. Adler is survived by his children,
Francine and Robert Levine of West
Bloomfield, Stephen and Susan Adler of
Manchester, N.H., Florence Mars; grand-
children, Aaron Levine, Avi Levine, Jonas,
Sasha and Obadiah Adler, Benjamin,
Samuel and Nathan Adler, Barbara and
lengthy career, practicing
of the American College of
psychiatry in academic,
Psychiatrists. He served as
clinical and consultative
president of the Michigan
settings.
Psychiatric Society and
Dr. Reinhart had
was also president of the
academic and clinical
Washtenaw County Medical
appointments at the
Society.
University of Michigan
He was a founding member
Medical Center, main-
and vice president of Temple
tained a private practice
Beth Emeth in Ann Arbor and
Dr. Melvin Reinhart
and was a consultant in
served as president of Pioneer
psychiatry for numer-
High School's PTSO. Despite
ous community mental health orga-
his illness, he enjoyed the company of
nizations. He also held teaching posi-
his four grandchildren, extended family
tions with the University of Michigan
and many longtime friends. He and his
Medical School and the Michigan State
wife also traveled, attended concerts
University College of Human Medicine.
and athletic events for many years.
Dr. Reinhart was a Distinguished Life
Dr. Reinhart will be fondly remem-
Fellow of the American Psychiatric
bered by family and friends for his
Association as well as a member
compassionate understanding, clear
thinking and appreciation of politics
and history.
He is survived by his wife, Malverne
Reinhart of Ann Arbor; daughter
and son-in-law, Janet Reinhart Hall
and Dr. Jeffrey Hall of Bloomfield
Township; son and daughter-in-law,
Robert Reinhart and Susan Barnes of
Ann Arbor; grandchildren, Elliott and
Melissa Hall, Adlai and Julian Reinhart.
He was the beloved son of the late
Augusta and the late William Reinhart.
Interment at Arborcrest Cemetery.
Contributions may be made to Multiple
Sclerosis Society of Michigan for
research, 21311 Civic Center Drive,
Southfield, MI 48076. Arrangements by
Ira Kaufman Chapel. 1
Gary Pollack, Nicky and Kelly Sol, Jill and
Robert Friedman; great-grandchildren,
Marla, Seth and Devon Pollack, Ethan and
Allie Friedman, Spencer Sol; great-great-
grandchildren, Owen and Jonah Pollack.
He was the beloved husband of the late
Rose Adler; devoted son of the late Celia
and the late Herschel Adler; dear brother
of the late Hymie, the late Max, the late
Archie and the late Sydney Adler, the late
Pearl Ladowsky, the late Lillian Sax and
the late Betty Garnet.
Interment at Adat Shalom Memorial
Park. Contributions may be made to
the Michigan Friends of IDF, PO Box
999, Walled Lake, MI 48390 or a char-
ity of one's choice. Arrangements by Ira
Kaufman Chapel.
Maurice Glasier and the late Albert Mann;
devoted sister of the late Joseph Emanuel,
the late Bert Emanuel, the late Victor
Emanuel, the late Arthur Emanuel and the
late Rose Elsner.
Interment at Clover Hill Park
Cemetery. Contributions may be made
to the Educational Fund or the Rabbi's
Discretionary Fund at Temple Beth El,
7400 Telegraph, Bloomfield Hills, MI
48301. Arrangements by Ira Kaufman
Chapel.
IRENE COHEN, 94, of
St. Petersburg, Fla., died
April 14, 2007.
She is survived by her
daughter, Eleanor Stone
of Westwood, Mass.; son
and daughter-in-law,
Stuart
and Carol Cohen
Cohen
of Clearwater, Fla.; sister,
Addie Kurtz of Florida;
grandchildren, Rebecca and Ian Zeaman,
Rae and Bruce Fishkin, Sherry Eskin; great-
grandchildren, Mia Fishkin, Ariella Fishkin;
niece, Cookie (Nadine) and Jerry Currier.
Contributions may be made to Hospice
of Florida Sun Coast Foundation. Services
and interment at Hebrew Memorial Park.
Arrangements by Hebrew Memorial Chapel.
EDITH FRAIBERG, 92, of West
Bloomfield, died April 15, 2007.
She is survived by her husband, Dr.
Paul Fraiberg; sons and daughters-in-
law, Dr. Elliott and Judy Fraiberg of
West Bloomfield, Dr. Allan and Cheryl
Fraiberg of Farmington Hills; daughter
and son-in-law, Enid and Neil Madgy of
West Bloomfield; grandchildren, Steven
and Selin Fraiberg, Caren and Randy
Lawrence, Matthew and Karen Fraiberg,
Adam Fraiberg, Elizabeth Fraiberg,
Andrew Fraiberg, Dr. David and Nichole
Edelman, Dr. Anthony and Dr. Jessa
Edelman, Dr. Alexander and Amanda
Madgy, Victoria Madgy; great-grand-
children, Ashley, Michael, Ryan, Michael,
Sophie, Noah.
Contributions may be made to Jewish
Home for Aged. Interment at Hebrew
Memorial Park. Arrangements by Hebrew
Memorial Chapel.
ELENA GLASIER, 88, of Southfield,
died April 17, 2007. She was a Hebrew
teacher for over 45 years at Temple Israel,
Temple Shir Shalom and Temple Beth El.
She was also a roller skating teacher,
having been a professional roller skater
with a group called the Vanities and
with her sister as Flying Wirlos. She was
in the movie Pin-Up Girl with Betty
Grable. A volunteer roller skating teacher
with the Jewish Community Center, she
had also been active with Jewish Youth
Educational League.
Mrs. Glasier is survived by her son,
Albert Glasier of Southfield.
She was the beloved wife of the late
JUDITH GORDON, 71, of Southfield,
died April 21, 2007.
She is survived by her daughters and
son-in-law, Michelle Gordon of Mayfield
Heights, Ohio, Pamela and Michael
Sherman of Farmington Hills; sister
and brother-in-law, Beverly and Rabbi
William Lebeau of New York City; brother
and sister-in-law, Michael and Vivian
Aronson of Indianapolis, Ind.; grand-
children, Jason Sherman, Eric Sherman;
many nieces and nephews, great-nieces
and great-nephews. She was the beloved
wife of the late Harry Gordon.
Contributions may be made to a char-
ity of one's choice. Interment at Hebrew
Memorial Park. Arrangements by Hebrew
Memorial Chapel.
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