Helene F. Kaplan, 84 of Wilson Borough, PA died Saturday, January 30, 2021 at home. Born February 22, 1936 in Brooklyn, NY she was a daughter of the late Abraham and Dorothy (Ehlin) Feuerman. Her husband Sidney Kaplan died in February of 2019. She was a graduate of Brooklyn College and received her master’s degree from Penn State University. Helene had been employed by Easton Hospital and had managed the Speech Pathology Department at Warren Hospital. She was a member of Bnai Abraham Synagogue, now Congregation Bnai Shalom, Wilson where she served on their Board of Directors and was active in the Hadassah and the Sisterhood. She was a past-president of the Jewish Community Center and was a member of URW and the Red Hat Society. She had previously volunteered for Meals on Wheels and was a donor to the Blood Bank.
She is survived by her son: David Kaplan (wife Snookie) of Wilson Borough; her daughter: Randi Kaplan of Forks Twp., PA; and her sister: Elaine Oxenberg of Hickory, NC.
A Graveside service will be held 1:00 PM Monday (Feb. 8) at Bnai Abraham Cemetery, Arndt’s Rd., Forks Twp. (COVID guidelines will be observed.) The Ashton Funeral Home, Easton is handling arrangements.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Synagogue, 1545 Bushkill St., Easton, PA 18042. Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.
Michele Tanzella
February 2, 2021 at 9:38 am
Helene you were such a beautiful person inside and out – you will be missed.
Deepest sympathies to Randi and David and your sister Elaine.
Elizabeth
February 2, 2021 at 1:20 pm
Helene, you were such a joy. I will always be thankful for the time I had with you. I find peace in knowing that you are in a better place with your beloved Sid. My deepest condolences to Randi, David and Snookie.
Judy Brunswick
February 3, 2021 at 12:55 pm
Helene was extremely helpful in our Adult Skulls Quest volunteer tutor program at Easton Area Public Library , some years back . Ever so gentle , but thorough , she successfully navigated the speech challenges of our students in need !
We will always remember and be grateful for her participation with us !
Judy Brunswick ,
Dir. A.S.Q.
Francine Surran Potkin
February 4, 2021 at 8:31 am
My very deepest condolences Randi and David on the loss of your Mother. I recall how my own mother introduced her to your father so many years ago. They were a perfect fit. They were both very gentle people. It was nice that they had a nice life together.
Again, my sorrow to you both on your loss. Francine Potkin
Glenn M. Kaye, MD
February 8, 2021 at 9:31 am
I was so sad to read Helene’s obituary in the paper. I really enjoyed seeing her and talking to her when she would come in for her appointments. She reminded me of my own mother, who was also about her size, wore her hair red, and was originally from Brooklyn. We lost my mother over Thanksgiving at the age of 90. Women like Helene are an inspiration to us all, to remain active, productive, and relevant our entire lives. I will miss her.