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Barbara Weitzman

November 11, 2018

Barbara Weitzman

Barbara Weitzman, 92 formerly of Easton, PA and Lake Worth, FL passed away Sunday, November 11, 2018. Born July 11, 1926 in Greensburg, PA she was a daughter of the late Phillip and Bessie (Sherer) Rosenbaum and sister of the late Robert Rosenbaum. She was married to her beloved husband of 50 years Leonard Weitzman who died in 2001. Barbara was a graduate of the University of Pittsburgh and was a medical technologist in her early years. She was a long-time member of Temple Covenant of Peace, Easton and its Sisterhood, a member of Hadassah, and the Jewish Community Center, Easton. She also volunteered for Meals on Wheels. Barbara enjoyed the arts, theatre, lectures, traveling, flower arranging, Mah Jongg, dancing, singing and cherished time spent with family and friends.

She is survived by daughters: Phyllis Weitzman Rosen (husband Warren) of Philadelphia, PA,  Esther Weitzman Wenck (husband Jeffrey) of Allentown, PA; son: Bruce Weitzman (wife Stephanie) of Glenside, PA; four cherished grandchildren: Kevin Wenck (wife Lindsay), Keith Wenck (fiancé Kate Zuber), Jacob Weitzman, Kathryn Weitzman; a great-grandchild: Gunnar Wenck; nephew: Ellis Weitzman (wife Colleen); great-nephew: Joel Weitzman (wife Shaddie), great-nieces: Jessica and Julie Weitzman; and great-great-nephew: Aaron Weitzman.

Services are 11 AM Wednesday (Nov. 14) in the Temple Covenant of Peace, 1451 Northampton St., Easton. Interment is in Easton Cemetery. The Ashton Funeral Home, Easton is handling arrangements.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Temple Covenant of Peace, 1451 Northampton St. , Easton, PA 18042. Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.

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  1. MARIANNE DEFRANCESCO SCHWEITZER

    November 13, 2018 at 7:23 am

    Phyllis and Family Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Losing our Mothers leaves a big void in our lives and can only be filled with love for one another. Please know I am thinking of you and prayers coming your way to comfort you at this time. Thinking of you my friend. Sincerely Marianne

  2. Gayle Bush

    November 13, 2018 at 9:38 am

    Dear Bruce & Family,

    My sincere condolences. Your Mother was a kind woman, had a lovely smile and will truly be missed. Grateful for fond childhood memories of our neighbors … the Weitzman’s.

    Kind regards,

    Gayle

  3. Cheryl Christman

    November 14, 2018 at 6:15 pm

    Esther and Family,
    I wish you peace and comfort during this difficult time.
    Cheryl

  4. Sherry LaRosa

    November 21, 2018 at 9:39 am

    Phyllis, my deepest sympathy during this very difficult time. You truly were a dedicated daughter to your Mother until the very end. I’m sure she will be truly missed by all whose lives she touched. I wish you and your family all the best! You are in my prayers!