Helen Wishna's Obituary
Helen Wishna, 85, of Tamarac, passed away on July 2, 2014. Formerly of NJ, Helen had been a resident of south Florida for over 35 years. Beloved wife of Harold Wishna, devoted mother of the late Michael Wishna and the late Charles “Chuck” Wishna, loving mother-in-law of Esther Wishna, and dear sister of the late Marvin Friedman. Helen was an active member and officer at Suburban Jewish Center in Linden, NJ. Always dedicated to Harold’s professional and volunteer career, Helen was instrumental in the growth of the United Synagogue Southeast Region and hosted dignitaries including presidents, governors, and senators. The family would like to thank Drs. Caren and Glenn Singer and Coral Springs Medical Center for their compassionate care. Local services will be held on Friday, July 4th at 10:00am at Temple Beth Torah Sha’arei Tzedek , 5700 NW 94th Ave, Tamarac, FL 33321. Interment will be on Sunday, July 6th in NJ. Donations may be made to Broward Health Gold Coast Home Health & Hospice who provided Helen with outstanding care, or to Temple Beth Torah Sha’arei Tzedek, Tamarac. Arrangements entrusted to Beth Israel Memorial Chapels.
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