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Beverly and Jerry Becker. 
Steve was an adventurous 
man with many hobbies, 
including collectables and 
cultivation of plants. He 
was acknowledged as one 
of the first licensed medical 
marijuana caregivers in the 
state. He survived cancer with 
RSO and became a well-
known leader in the field of 
medical marijuana. 
He also jumped out of 
airplanes, scuba dived around 
the world and loved music, 
sharing these adventures with 
good friends and, lastly, a trip 
to Hawaii with Harriet. He 
was a kind, helpful, good man 
who will be missed by many 
devoted friends throughout 
the country.
Mr. Lovinger is survived by 
his devoted partner, Harriet 
Cohen Finn; cousins, Beverly 
Becker, Jerry Becker and Ilene 
Kaiser. He is also survived 
by special friends, Linda and 
Brian Shear and numerous 
friends throughout the 
community. 
He was the treasured son of 
the late Beatrice and the late 
Jack Lovinger. 
Interment was at Adat 
Shalom Memorial Park. 
Contributions may be made 
to Tuesdays in the Park, 
Supporting Live Music 
(visit Facebook for details); 
or to a charity of your 
choice. Arrangements by Ira 
Kaufman Chapel.

DR. MARVIN NOVETSKY, 
82, of Chelsea, Michigan, died 
July 22, 2023.
He is survived by his wife 
of 60 years, Pam Novetsky; 
children, Nicole Novetsky, 
Jason Novetsky and Karen 
Dublin, Ahvram and Jamie 

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