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ELAINE EPSTEIN, 
94, of Southfield, 
died Nov. 5, 2023. 
She is survived by 
her daughters and 
son-in-law, Cheryl 
Epstein, Felice and Gregory 
Firestone; son, Stephen Epstein; 
loving grandchildren, Joshua 
(Marni) Glowacki, Leah (Brady 
Brickner-Wood) Glowacki, 
Laurali Firestone and David 
Firestone; many other loving 
family members and friends 
Elaine was the beloved wife of 
the late Daniel Epstein; devoted 
sister of the late Dr. Simon (the 
late Sandra) Cook. 
Interment was at Adat Shalom 
Memorial Park Cemetery in 
Livonia. Contributions may be 
made to a charity of one’s choice. 
Arrangements by Dorfman 
Chapel.

FRANCES 
FETTER, 99, of 
Bloomfield Hills, 
died Nov. 3, 2023. 
She is survived by 
her sons and daugh-
ter-in-law, Neil and Vicki Fetter, 
and Gary Fetter; grandchil-
dren, Joshua and Lauren Fetter, 
Mitchell Fetter and his fiancee, 
Brenna Davis; great-grandchil-
dren, Jay Fetter and Jett Fetter. 
She is also survived by her loving 
and devoted caregiver, Rosa. 
Mrs. Fetter was the beloved 
wife for 69 years of the late Joseph 
Fetter; the cherished mother of 
the late Brian “Buddy” Fetter. 
Interment was at Beth 
Abraham Cemetery. 
Contributions may be made 
to Friendship Circle, 6892 W
. 
Maple Road, West Bloomfield, 
MI 48322, friendshipcircle.org/
donate; or Jewish Hospice and 
Chaplaincy Network, 6555 W
. 
Maple, West Bloomfield, MI 
48322, jewishhospice.org/tribute. 
Arrangements by Ira Kaufman 
Chapel.

c. 2005

FRANK S. 
GOLDBERG, 80, of 
Bay City, born July 
9, 1943, a longtime 
resident of the 
Detroit area, passed 
away Oct. 28, 2023, 
after a valiant battle with multi-
ple diseases. 
Frank was an accomplished 
athlete. As a 1961 graduate 
of Mumford High School, he 
was a standout in baseball and 
earned All-City and All-State 
Honors in football. He played on 
the Detroit Star Cutter Hockey 
championship team. He con-
tinued his success playing for 
Central Michigan University, 
where he earned his degree. He 
garnered All-Conference and 
All-American Honors and was 
drafted by the Cleveland Browns. 
After his foray in professional 
sports, he enjoyed multiple 
amateur athletics and especially 
enjoyed coaching in the Special 
Olympics. Frank was inducted 
into the Jewish Athletic Hall of 
Fame in 2005. 
In retirement, he wintered in 
Naples, Fla., where he enjoyed 
the camaraderie of golf. Frank 
found success in his careers. 
He was a team player and loyal 
friend known for his humor. He 
played the “game of life” with joy, 
vigor and determination right to 
the end.
A devoted husband and father, 
he is survived by his wife of 
55 years, Cindy; son, Steven; 
daughter, Wendy; daughter-in-
law, Makela Spielman; grandson, 
Max. 
He was preceded in death 
by his parents, Sam and Marie 
Goldberg; his sister, Elaine 
Hoberek; and her children.
A private family gathering will 
be held. Final arrangements were 
entrusted to Squires Funeral 
Home, 211 N. Henry St., Bay 
City, MI 48706.

OBITUARIES
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— musicians, artists, 
scientists, builders — and 
ask them to teach him 
something fantastic,” said 
Rabbi Nosanchuk.
Although he formally 
retired in 2013 and began 
living in Maine and 
Florida, he remained a 
steadfast presence at Shir 
Shalom. He participated 
in High Holiday services, 
helped the rabbis edit their 
sermons and frequently 
came up with new ideas 
for his beloved synagogue.
“He would call to discuss 
whatever was on his 
mind; he still constantly 
thought about this place,” 
said Brian Fishman, 
executive director of Shir 
Shalom, who recalls Rabbi 
Schwartz’s pride when 
he toured the recently 
renovated building last 
month, including the 
addition of a new wing. 
“He was so pleased to 
see his vision become a 
reality.”

CHAPLAIN & AUTHOR
Rabbi Schwartz was elected 
president of the Michigan 
Board of Rabbis and vice 
president of the North 
American Board of Rabbis. 
A certified chaplain, he 
most recently served on 
the staff of Beaumont 
Hospital in Royal Oak.
He authored two 
books, Finding Joy: A 
Practical Spiritual Guide 
to Happiness, which has 
been translated into 
German and Hebrew, and 
On the Wings of Healing, 
a prayer book used in 200 

leading hospitals across 
the country. His numerous 
articles on religion and 
spirituality have appeared 
in a variety of magazines 
and journals over the 
years. He also served as 
a technical consultant in 
Jewish mystical practices 
on the popular television 
show The X-Files.
“Dannel was a flaming 
mystic who knew how to 
touch the souls around 
him,” said Rabbi Daniel 
Schwartz (no relation) of 
Shir Shalom. “He could 
convey volumes through a 
nod of his head, a look on 
his face or a hug.”
Rabbi Schwartz is 
survived by his beloved 
wife, Suzi Romanik; dear 
children, Ari (Jennifer) 
Schwartz and Peter (Leia) 
Schwartz; cherished 
grandchildren, Gabriel, Eli 
and Ayal. 
He was the son-in-law of 
the late Leonard Romanik, 
who died from injuries 
sustained in the crash. 
He will also be missed 
by his extended family, 
devoted congregants and 
colleagues, and a world of 
friends.
Contributions honoring 
the memory of Rabbi 
Dannel Schwartz may 
be made to: The Rabbi 
Dannel I. Schwartz Legacy 
Fund, Temple Shir Shalom, 
3999 Walnut Lake Road, 
West Bloomfield, MI 
48323, (248) 737-8700, 
www.shirshalom.org/form/
dis-memorial-donations. 
Arrangements by Ira 
Kaufman Chapel. 

