H SPICE Spotlight archived on JNonline.us . EROES MAKE LIFE BETTER Rita Winer was inspired by hospice nurses who cared for her dying father in Florida 15 years ago. "It was comforting to know he was safe and being cared for without aggressive treatments," says Winer, a registered nurse now part of the Beaumont Hospice staff. "This was a natural progression for me." Rita's work with Jewish patients and their families through JHCN is especial- ly meaningful. "I get such satisfaction being able to give back to my own com- munity," she says, adding, "It's the little miracles I get to see every day that make this so rewarding." JEWISH6SPICE Rita Winer & CHAPLAINCY NETWORK -- 6555 W. 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Family & friends are invited to attend. 1 4 22450 C44 August 21 • 2008 The Family of the Late CHARLOTTE MITNICK announces the unveiling of a monument in her memory at 11:00 a.m. on Sunday, August 24, 2008 at Adat Shalom cemetery. Family and friends are invited to attend. 1418890 Obituaries Obituaries are updated and Convention from page C43 as approved by the Platform Committee in Pittsburgh last week- end reaffirms the party's historic and special relationship between the United States and Israel!' Republican Plans Neither the platform nor schedules are available from the Republicans yet, either. But a Republican National Committee spokeswoman told JTA to expect a focus on faith issues. "Faith-based initiatives and fam- ily values are at the heart of our party:' said Yohana De La Torre. The Republican Jewish Coalition, however, has published an event schedule. It offers a telling contrast with the NJDC schedule, which empha- sizes tributes to Jewish lawmakers. Thirty Jewish Democrats serve in the House of Representatives and nine in the Senate. There is only one Jewish Republican in the House, Rep. Eric Cantor, R-Va., and two in the Senate. Instead, the RJC will honor governors and "pro- Israel" Republican lawmakers. Still, don't underestimate the Jewish presence at the Republican convention: Sen. Joe Lieberman, I-Conn., who was Al Gore's run- ning mate on the 2000 Democratic ticket, has endorsed McCain and will explain why. Lieberman and Cantor are under consideration for the V.P. slot, although both are considered longshots. Lieberman's wife, Hadassah, will address the RJC's women's luncheon, where the emphasis will be on policy. It's taking place at the local Neiman Marcus and will feature a benefit fashion show for the Susan G. Komen Foundation, which funds research into a cure for breast cancer. McCain is hoping to make inroads into the Jewish tendency to vote Democratic. In fact, the Jewish vote will figure prominently into the Jewish programming, with both the NJDC and the RJC planning sessions on the subject at their respective conventions. Missing this year is the tradi- tional Jewish gala at each conven- tion, jointly hosted by AIPAC and the United Jewish Communities. Both groups will have represen- tatives at the conventions, but declined to say why they have opted out of the big party. ❑ SYLVIA AARON, 72, of West Bloomfield and Boca Raton, Fla., died Aug. 11, 2008. She is survived by her beloved hus- band, Dr. Arnold Aaron; children, Mark Freedman, Michael (Mary) Freedman, Marcy Freedman, Joanne (Dr. Danny) Aronovitz, Julie (Erik) Herman, and Sandy (Ilyse) Aaron; grandchildren, Sara, Ben, Anna, Lilly, Jack, Sophia and Alex; brother, Robert Brickner; many other loving family members and a world of devoted friends. Contributions can be made to the S.B. Bradshaw Education Fund, do Smith Barney, Attn: Richard Levine, 9665 Wilshire Blvd., #600, Beverly Hills, CA 90212; to the Michigan Humane Society; or to a charity of one's choice. Arrangements by Dorfman Chapel. ALBERT ADELMAN, 97, of Boca Raton, Fla., died Aug. 16, 2008. An executive in the food industry, he was a Shriner, a 32nd degree Mason, a member of B'nai B'rith and a former member of Adat Shalom Synagogue. Mr. Adelman is survived by his children, Joel and Judith Adelman of Birmingham, Myra and Michael Ryan of Riverton, N.J.; grandchildren, Laurel Adelman, Jeffrey and Juli Adelman, Michael and Patricia Adelman, Elizabeth Adelman, Cynthia Okin and Michael Bielefeld, Jessica and Lewis Lamb, Kimberly and Steve Harris, Leslie Ryan and Ben Colmery; great-grandchildren, Erin Milliron, Ethan Bielefeld, Taylor Bielefeld and Alden Bielefeld, Samuel Adelman, Benjamin Adelman, Ryan Harris, Shane Harris and Carson Harris, Avery Adelman, Gavriella Adelman; companion, Ruth Epstein; nieces and nephews. Mr. Adelman was the beloved husband of the late Eve Rebecca Adelman; dear grandfather of the late Lewis Lamb. Interment at Clover Hill Park Cemetery. Contributions may be made to a charity of one's choice. Arrangements by Ira Kaufman Chapel. DENISE ASHLEY, 48, of Ferndale, died Aug. 16, 2008. She is survived by her husband, Leonard Ashley; father, Bill Pickens of Washington; brother, Craig Pickens of Oregon; nieces and nephews. Mrs. Ashley was the loving daughter of the late Elaine Pickens. Contributions may be made to the Humane Society 7401 Chrysler Expressway, Detroit, MI 48217 or to a charity of one's choice. Interment at Hebrew Memorial Park. Arrangements by Hebrew Memorial Chapel.