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Michael Weisz Obituary
1957 - 2019
Michael J. Weisz, 62 years old, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family in the early morning hours of Wednesday, November 6, 2019. He was the devoted son of Josephine "Peppi" and the late George Weisz of Cleveland, Ohio. Born September 28, 1957 in Chicago, IL, and raised in Cleveland, Michael attended the Hebrew Academy of Cleveland, Yeshiva University (BA) and Capital Law School (JD). Michael married his high school sweetheart Chanita (Stavsky) in 1979 and raised four children together. Michael was deeply committed to the Columbus Jewish community and served as past president and chairman of the board of the Beth Jacob Congregation, the Columbus Torah Academy, the Columbus Community Kollel along with many other local Jewish organizations and causes. He was recently awarded one of the inaugural 18 difference makers by the Columbus Jewish News for his service to the community. He practiced real estate and personal injury law in Central Ohio for more than 30 years and was founder of Columbus-based realty management companies Smith Tandy and Haddon Communities. Michael is survived by his wife, Chanita; son, Naphtali (Abby) Weisz; daughters, Leah (Uriel) Sturm, Ariella (Jonathan) Eltes, and Mina (Steven) Steiglitz; his dear mother, Peppi Weisz; and sister, Linda (Jeff) Bookman. He is the proud grandfather of Shaindee, Bella, Dovid, Tsofia and Amitai Weisz; Alexandra Meira and Clarie Lielle Sturm, Eliana, Nava, Daria, Yakov and David Eltes, and Natalie, Ariana, and Georgie Stieglitz. Michael courageously battled pancreatic cancer for more than 7 years and gave hope and inspiration to countless friends and strangers about the power of God's blessings. The family expresses their deepest gratitude to his medical caregivers, especially at Columbia Hospital in NY and the James Cancer Center at Ohio State University. Memorial services will be held at 4pm TODAY, Wednesday, November 6, 2019 at Beth Jacob Congregation, 1223 College Ave. followed by burial in his beloved homeland of Israel on Friday. The family will return to sit Shiva in Columbus on Sunday afternoon. Donations can be made to the Beth Jacob Congregation or charity of donor's choice. Online guestbook at www.epsteinmemorial.com
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Jim Maniace
November 13, 2019
Everyone who met Michael recognized his good nature, honesty and forthrightness. Everyone who came to know him well loved him for the same reasons.
Jim Maniace
November 7, 2019
So sorry for your loss. I new I liked Michael the first day I met him. He always greeted everyone with a handshake and a smile. We shared the same birth date 9-28. It was an honor to know him.
Jeanette
Patty Kahn
November 7, 2019
I am so sorry to learn of Michael's death. He so bravely battled the cancer as well as those love ones who supported his fight. Chanita, you were such an inspiration through your healthy fresh meals and home grown food which I am sure extended Michael's life. I wish I could be there for shiva, but my prayers and healing wish are being sent until I can get to Columbus. Love ❤ to the family.
Doreen Genova
November 6, 2019
Our sincerest thoughts go out to the family of one of the kindest gentleman that everyone has ever known. He had a very kind way about him, and that will never be forgotten . Michael always gave you such a warm welcomed feeling. Our prayers are with you.
Doreen & Dennis Genova
November 6, 2019
It was an honor to take care of Michael, and to meet the amazing family that he and Chanita have raised. The love you all have for him is palpable and moving.
You have all been in my thoughts.
When you die, it does not mean that you lose to cancer. You beat cancer by how you live, why you live, and the manner in which you live.
- Stewart Scott
~Lorie
November 6, 2019
So sorry for your loss! Michael was a wonderful husband, father and grandfather. I remember the kindness he showed my son many years ago, and I will never forget it. RIP, Michael! May his memory be a blessing!
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