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RAYNA GOLDFARB Obituary
RAYNA BLOCK, on March 5, 2016. Beloved wife of Dr. Stanley Goldfarb. Devoted mother of Rachael Goldfarb (Allan Blutstein) and Michael Goldfarb (Hilary). Dear sister of Richard Block (Rita) and Ronald Block (Jeanette). Loving grandmother of Teddy and Eleanor.
Relatives and friends are invited to funeral services Monday 1 P.M. precisely GOLDSTEINS' ROSENBERG'S RAPHAEL SACKS, 6410 N. Broad St. Int. Haym Salomon Memorial Park. Shiva will be observed at her late residence Monday beginning 4:30 PM and Tuesday beginning 12 Noon. Contributions in her memory may be made to Abramson Cancer Center of the University of Pennsylvania.
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Tremayne Lewis
March 2, 2025
Missing such a witty and clever lady educator and friend.
Tremayne Lewis
March 1, 2024
Always remembering her funny personality and warm spirit! Will miss her.
Tremayne Lewis
March 1, 2023
Remembering,
Rayna...the warm smile and pleasant disposition. She was the English teacher and department head over at Strawberry Mansion.
Ellen Blank Katz
March 16, 2022
I remember Rayna from Olney high school. We sat next to each other in our home room because of our last names. Rayna was always honest, funny and whip smart. I´m so impressed with her teaching abilities but not surprised. She was one of a kind. I was so sorry to hear of her passing. May her memory be a blessing. One of a kind a complete original. I still quote some of her comments to my kids.
March 16, 2022
March 16, 2022
I just learned of Raynas passing a short time ago. I always talked about Rayna as we attended Olney High School together and we're in the same home room and sat near each other as my last name was Blank and she was Block. Rayna was bright, sharp, smart and most of all honest. She would have something to say about everything whether kind or just plain honest but you always knew where you stood with her. I often recite some things she said to me during our time at Olney. Years later I would form a friendship with her sister in Center City where our kids attended the Y. I would see Rayna from time to time at our high school reunions. She remained the honest and funny person always. That kind of honesty is a pure unfiltered attribute. She's was an original, I was so sorry to hear of her passing. She was a true bright light. My deepest condolences to her family. Gone too soon.
Ellen Blank Katz
Tremayne Lewis
March 1, 2022
Remembering a great person. From the years down at Strawberry Mansion high school.
Comical and wise. God bless and continual prayers for the family
Tremayne LEWIS
March 16, 2021
Always,r emembering Rayna! God Bless!
Dustin Varughese
November 29, 2019
Mrs. Goldfarb was a juggernaut when it came to teaching English, especially at Abraham Lincoln High School. Her precise diction and love for seeing students excel beyond the classroom will always be remembered.
I have no doubt that she lived a full, inspiring, and fulfilling life.
Leslie Stevens-Johnson
June 27, 2018
I just happened to be watching an interview with a celebrity on television who said his greatest influence was his favorite English teacher and I thought of mine and decided to google Rayna Goldfarb and was so sad to see her obituary. This woman changed my life forever. She is singlehandedly responsible for my love of books and the reason I started a book club. She was so special to my class (class of 1977 University City) that when she was expecting her first child we surprised her with a baby shower! She was so touched that she talked to me about it many years later when we spoke over the phone. I will always carry a special place in my heart for Rayna Goldfarb.
October 27, 2016
I just found the obituary if Rayna Goldfarb. Tanya and I went to Olney High School together and were in the same homeroom. She was one if a kind. You always knew she would tell you the truth. Years later I moved into center city, married and met her sister Carol and we became friends. Carol was also extremely bright and was an illustrator whose work was on display the Art Museum. Carol died at the age if 39 from a ruptured appendix. She was too young. She also had great cancer at the age if 31. I would see Rayna from time to time at Olney definitions and we would talk about Carol and her sons. Tanya was a life force. She was energy in motion and full of life and high spirit. I was so sorry to learn of her passing. My thoughts are with her family.
Ellen Katz
September 16, 2016
Rayna's pure life force of love, care, wit, and humor will never be forgotten.
Mildred Dickerson
Raymond Lucci
April 9, 2016
She was a beloved colleague at A. Lincoln H.S. I will always treasure my good fortune to have been a member of the faculty with such an esteemed educator. God bless her.
Tremayne Lewis
March 15, 2016
I miss her smile...she was cheerful but no nonsense...she was good with her craft. Zesty and skillful.
Zenovia & Muna Battle
March 11, 2016
When you lose someone precious, no one else really knows all that you feel. However, please know that we are sending many caring thoughts during your time of sorrow. Mrs. Goldfarb was truly a loving, caring and special person. We are privileged to have known her.
Lajuan Cave
March 10, 2016
To the Goldfarb Family: Thinking of you during this time of sorrow. Thoughts are with you today and always.
March 9, 2016
To the Goldfarb family: My deepest sympathy , Mrs. Goldfarb was a wonderful woman and teacher. I had Mrs. Goldfarb at University City High Class of 1977. Deborah Jones
Kimtasha Epps
March 9, 2016
My condolences to the Goldfarb family. She was a true joy to be around and to be taught by her was an honor. She was and still is one of my favorite teachers.
March 9, 2016
Stan-
I was saddened to learn of Rayna's passing. Those of us who had the privilege of participating in her medical care were inspired by her grace and humor as she faced her illness. I know she will be sadly missed but lovingly remembered.
With respect,
Steve Rubin
Sandra and Bill Bennett
March 8, 2016
Dear Stanley,
Sandra and I were so sad to hear of Rayna's passing.She was an inspirational person as an inner city English teacher.There are very few of our colleagues with the the courage to do that.Please accept our sincere condolences and prayers for you and your family
Sandra and Bill Bennett
Sandy Stern
March 8, 2016
Michael...Cory told me the sad news about your mother. I have good memories from years ago when some of The Haverford School moms spent some evenings together out for dinner. We laughed a lot. Mom was a seriously funny woman who never had to try. It was a gift....Please extend my sympathy to your father and sister..
Keith Schuch
March 8, 2016
Mrs. Goldfarb was an amazing human being she would always come to work with such high spirits and a passion for changing lives and challenging her students. Mrs. Goldfarb was my all-time favorite teacher. When you came to her class you just knew you were going to fall into some knowledge and life lessons. She will be greatly missed. To all of her close family and friends my deepest regards and condolences. I wish we had more time on Earth with Rayna. May her spirit rest in peace and her family and friends forever carry on her lasting memories.
With Respect,
Keith
Robert Narins
March 8, 2016
Stanley: The room got brighter whenever Rayna came in and my memories of her always put a smile on my face. I am very sorry for you and your kids.
Should you wish to get away for a while, think about staying at my place. It's roomy, quiet, adjacent to Great Falls National Park, the river and a good spot to relax. Let me know if there's anything I can do.
Bob
Jessica Luckey
March 8, 2016
Mrs. Goldfarb was one of the best English teachers I've ever had. She was witty, charismatic and straight forward. She taught us that life happens and when it does, laugh! Oh the Ides of March...
Barbara Bess-Pashak
March 8, 2016
My condolences to Rayna's family. I had the pleasure of teaching with Rayna at University City HS. I remember those days... colleagues would huddle together to hear Rayna's latest jokes or funny stories. She will be remembered.
Kathleen Hughes
March 8, 2016
I will miss how lively she was. Mrs. Goldfarb was always so vibrant and happy. I am sorry for your family's loss. She always spoke of you all fondly. I know that I will always miss her. She was a great friend, mentor and teacher.
Joel Porter, M.D.
March 7, 2016
Rayna was unique; she could be so funny but at the same time very serious. Her illness was tragically so depleting; she deserved a better fate. She was so full of life and had much to offer.
I will miss her and mourn her loss.
I extend my heartfelt sympathies to all her family and friends.
Fred Eyrich
March 7, 2016
I would like to extend my deepest sympathy to the Goldfarb family. I had the great pleasure to work with Rayna at Strawberry Mansion High School and Lincoln High School. Rayna's passion for teaching and her deep dedication to her students were just some of her many endearing qualities. I will always remember her wit, sense of humor and conviction that her students could learn and achieve anything. She was a great leader, mentor, colleague and friend.
peter kowey
March 7, 2016
Dr. Goldfarb:
Dorothy and I extend our sincere condolences to you and your family.
Your former student and neighbor.
Peter Kowey
March 7, 2016
My heart is so broken. So many years of friendship. So many shared memories. My solace is she is not gone, but infinitely in my heart. I just don't feel the solace right now. Maybe later....xxx to
all, Andi
Terri Muller
March 7, 2016
Rayna and dozens of others came of age together at University City High School in the early 1970's. She always kept us laughing. She is remembered fondly and will be dearly missed.
Terri Pietropaolo Muller
melissa gaunt
March 7, 2016
She was a great joy and wonderful mentor and teacher at Lincoln. Just wished I had the chance to have her as a teacher, but she was always so kind and nice to me.
Rachel Taylor
March 7, 2016
Mrs. Goldfarb was such a great and funny teacher. From her quirky statements to her Ides of March outfit and all her visits to Mrs. Kardon's office while I was in there, as well as all of her stories that she used to tell us from when she was younger! I am so glad I was switched to her English class my senior year of High School. Such a great person inside and out, she will surely be missed by many. May she rest in peace and many prayers to her family and friends!
Sheryl D'Amico
March 7, 2016
Your shining star will be remembered always. I think of our times together often. My thoughts and prayers go out to Stanley, Rachael and Michael.
Hillary (Gorman) Israeli
March 7, 2016
Aunt Rayna will always burn brightly in my memory - she remains such a vivid presence, full of love and laughter. I'm so sorry she's gone.
Helene Candeub
March 7, 2016
Your incalculable loss is shared by everyone who knew her. She leaves an enormous void in all our lives.
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