Annette Rosker Gavens

Lee, Andrew, and Michelle: My parents were in that group of friends from Weaver who stayed close. This is such a loving tribute to a very strong woman. I and my siblings have very fond memories of both of Annette and Seymour and my parents were blessed with their friendship. I am sorry for your loss. Aren Stone (daughter of Avis and Shel)

Moe and I enjoyed numerous UConn basketball games with Annette and Seymour and we too were at the Civic Center the night of the roof collapse. We were all crazy fans and she will be missed. My sympathies to her family. Judy Kotick

On my last visit to Uncle Seymour and Aunt Annette in 2019, I took in the joy and amazement of a near 70 year partnership that was my aunt and uncle, still lovebirds after all those years. It was as if time stopped and I was that little boy looking to my elders for some sense in this nutty world. Uncle Seymour brought much wisdom and guidance, and Aunt Annette delivered self-assuredness, a passion for serving others, and a deep sense of `home´, all with a huge dollop of humour. We met in...

Dear Lee, Andrew & Sara and Michele & Brian, I don´t have to tell you about the special feelings Sandy and I have for Annette and Sy (my former Blum Shapiro partner). They were both so intelligent, and used that gift to take leadership positions at Beth El and JFGH, as well as creating or being involved in so many more organizations. Their love and support of Beth El Temple and UConn sports was a primary function in their lives. We will miss them, and will soon have a special get together of...