David Lawrence Hildebrand
Age 76, passed away November 3, 2024. The eldest son of Louise M. (nee Gruener) and Gene K. Hildebrand, David was born in Darby, PA on September 25, 1948. He graduated from Claymont High School before starting a career as a contractor, and later founding the KY Construction Company and Hildebrand Development Corporation.
Dave married Linda Haak (nee Gooding) and had a daughter, Sonja. He and Linda parted ways and Dave later married Christine Dycio of Wilmington, DE. He found calm in reading and listening to the music of his youth. He collected paintings, literature, architectural drawings, and musical records, but it was his collection of framed artwork that was really something to marvel. Dave also liked playing cards, watching the Phillies and Eagles, and chatting with friends over a beer. He loved walking the Rehoboth “boards,” and once described feeling at peace whenever he was near the ocean.
Dave is survived by his daughter, Sonja Hildebrand (Donna Schwartz) of Wilmington DE. He also leaves behind a brother, Steven Hildebrand (Debra) of Fairfax VA. Dave was preceded in death by his parents, Louise and Gene Hildebrand; his sister, Janice Hildebrand; and his former wife, Christine Dycio Hildebrand.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations can be made in Dave’s honor to the Kutz Home.
Joselyn Maerov
Age 66, passed away October 29, 2024.
Born April 4, 1958 in Kinston, NC to the late Sidney and Margaret (nee Katz) Maerov.
Ann Rose Marcus
With great sadness, we announce the passing of Ann Rose Marcus on November 10, 2024.
Ann was our dearly loved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and aunt. She was born January 25, 1936 in Brooklyn, NY to Isadore and Goldie Rose. Ann was a proud graduate of Madison High School and Brooklyn College.
Married for over 65 years to Sanford Marcus, they made their home in Wilmington, DE. Ann and Sandy raised two children, Steven and Jonathan. As a pillar of the community, Ann was active in many organizations. She was a pioneer heading up a successful advertising agency at a time when very few women were business leaders. Ann loved traveling, having visited innumerable countries around the world. During her travels she especially loved finding and collecting rare antiques. Later, Ann would enjoy her winters in South Florida escaping the cold for sunshine, tennis, and time with her sister Paula. Over the last few years, she was passionate for the family’s newest venture Rose Sisters Chips.
Preceded in death by her parents, Isadore and Goldie Rose; Ann is survived by her husband, Sanford Marcus; sons, Steven (Jennifer Brandenburg) and Jonathan (Lauren Rosato); grandchildren, Rachel, Jonah, and Sarah; and sister, Paula Heimowitz (Gary).
She will be greatly missed by her loving family and close friends.
In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the American Heart Association (www.heart.org ) or plant a tree in Israel with the Jewish National Fund (www.jnf.org).
Marvin A. Perel
Passed away November 26, 2024. Husband of Lois (nee Wexler). Father of Evan (Yael) Perel, Andrew (Stacey) Perel, and Daniel Perel. Brother of Sylvia (Mark) Wagman. Grandfather of Talia, Mira, and Madilyn.
Contributions in his memory may be made to HAMEC (Holocaust Awareness Museum and Educational Center), 8339 Old York Road, Elkins Park, PA 19027 or Sarcoma Foundation of America, www.curesarcoma.org.
Stuart Schenk
Age 89, passed away Wednesday, November 6, 2024.
Born February 12, 1935 in New York, NY, he was the son of the late Max and Diana (nee Nathan) Schenk.
Preceded in death by his wife of 59 years, Sandra; he is survived by his children, Meryl Kaplan (Jeffrey), Karen Caplan (Scott), and Michael Schenk (Dennice); grandchildren, Kelsey Benzel (Lee), Natalie Walden, Adam Caplan, Brandon Caplan, Ellen Schenk, and Dan Schenk.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to Willow Tree Hospice Care, Maris Grove, or a charity of your choice.
Brian F. Strauss
Age 64, of Newark, passed away on November 4, 2024. He was a courageous cancer fighter who never gave the disease an inch.
Brian was a devoted husband of 41 years to Diane with whom he raised two boys, 13 Great Danes, and rescued 11 cats. He was beloved father to Sean and Michael, and a cherished grandfather, father-in-law, brother, uncle, and friend to so many others. He will be remembered for his easy-going nature and uncanny ability to converse with anyone about anything anywhere.
Brian was an entrepreneur his entire life. He worked for his father at Red Star Decorating until taking over the business himself. He and Diane founded Living Well Magazine—a local publication focused on making the world a better place—operating it successfully for more than a decade. And when he had enough of running his own businesses, he brought his entrepreneurial spirit and skillset to a local company.
Brian spent his final days celebrating his birthday and wedding anniversary. He ate steak and homemade apple pie, watched action movies and the Philadelphia Eagles, and laughed with Diane, Sean, and Michael about his plan to cook a Thanksgiving feast for the 22 people he invited for this year’s holiday.
Brian’s life will forever be celebrated by his wife, Diane; his eldest son, Sean, and his girlfriend, Emily, his youngest son, Michael, and his wife, Jonelle, and their children, Bennett and Eloise; his brother and sisters and their families; and his beloved Cardi G, Banksy, Burberry, BonBon, and Bowie.
Gerald “Jerry” Charles Turnauer
Age 87, peacefully transitioned in the early hours of Tuesday, November 12, 2024 surrounded by loved ones. He is remembered as a loving husband, father, uncle, sibling, successful truck dealer, friend, philanthropist, and patent holder.
Gerald Charles Turnauer, born on November 11, 1937, to Louis and Lillian Turnauer, in Bridgeport, CT. Jerry grew up in the Allentown/Bethlehem, PA area where he graduated from Liberty High School (Class of 1955). Jerry met his wife, Sandye, in 1959. They were wed on a snowy December evening in 1961 and remained loving life partners for nearly 63 years.
Jerry’s success in business would be felt widely by family, friends, and those in need. Ever mindful of his roots, Jerry established the Dean Frank R. Hunt Emergency Scholarship, named for the man who loaned $500 to Jerry necessary to continue his undergraduate studies. Over the years, Jerry was an avid supporter of many worthy causes including Hadassah, Jewish National Fund, local Rotary Club, Beth Shalom Men’s Club (where he served as president), Siegel Jewish Community Center, Friends of the IDF, and Magen David Adom—The Israeli Red Star of David ambulance service.
Jerry is survived by his wife, Sandye; his children, Linda, Esti, and Michael; his ten grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; his siblings, Muriel, Alexander, and Marty. He was preceded in death by his youngest son, Steven, in 2003.
In lieu of flowers the family respectfully request a donation in Jerry’s honor to Alzheimer’s Association or the Dean Frank R. Hunt Emergency Scholarship fund.
Stanley Herman Weinberg
Age 95, passed away November 15, 2024.
Born and raised in South Philly, he was the son of Maurice and Dorothy Weinberg. Stanley graduated from Philadelphia College of Pharmacy. He was the loving husband of Zelma Weinberg, who passed away in August of 2001, and devoted father to his sons, David and Mark, who are still with us.
Stanley was a South Philly boy to the end, even though he lived in Delaware for most of his adult life. He went on to become an accomplished pharmacist, being honored as Pharmacist of the Year in 1969. Stanley continued to work for many years at Wilmington Medical Center, helping create and run the medical center’s poison center.
