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Katelyn Ransom
April 22, 2016
My deepest condolences to the Troutman family. I had the pleasure of taking care of Elka as her nurse for a couple of weeks, and treasure the conversations we had. We spoke of the meaning of life, and within thirty minutes of meeting her, she told me about the wonderful support she has received from her loving community. She spoke of the importance of family and her involvement in local activities. She was an incredibly special person, and I send my best wishes and prayers to Jeff and her young boys.
Sue & Dave & boys Levine
April 13, 2016
Jeff, Jake and Josh,
I knew Elka from JCC Clearbrook, summer reading , book club, x-country & track with the boys. Jeff -we met briefly a couple of times at the Ashland 5K -Elka always forwarded photos that you took -she was so thoughtful.
She wasn't someone I saw all that often, but when I did -it was like we continued a conversation right where we left off. She was so funny, direct, honest, caring & full of great Yiddish expressions. I know there are no words that can fill the place for you of such a loving wife & mother, but thank you for letting us be a part of such a moving tribute on Sunday. Our community will continue to be here for you even as the days pass.
Sue & Dave Levine & boys
April 11, 2016
Our heart and prayers go to the Troutman's Family! May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. You all will be in our prayers!
Barbosa's Family
April 11, 2016
Our deepest sympathy to te Troutman family. We are so sorry for your loss
The Hughes Family
Sandra Cohen
April 11, 2016
To Louise, Irwin, Ellen, Shari, Faith,
There are no words to describe this great loss. Elka is in all my adolescent memories...taking the T everyday in snow or shine to Lubavitch, copying from her notes during class because she wrote as fast as the teacher spoke, going to movies, davening in shul together, going to the library every Friday, and all those shabboses in your home where we talked for hours about what girls talk about.
Elka had a great sense of humor and it was fun to be with her because she laughed so easily and readily.
I pray for all who are mourning her loss to find comfort in the good she did and to know that she lives on through her offspring.
With love and great sadness,
Sandy
Haifa, Israel
Marice Tang
April 10, 2016
I received numerous emails from Elka during my daughter's early school years as she organized activities and colaborative opportunities for all parents. Elka was an excellent woman that will be missed by all, however, she will always be remembered! Your family has been in our thoughts and prayers. The Tang family.
April 10, 2016
It was with dismay and pain that we heard of Elkie's passing. We well remember her when she lived down the street from us in Newton and what a wonderful and loving daughter and aunt she was. She will be fondly remembered. Baruch Dayan Ha'Emet.
With deep condolences
Faygie and Manes Lieber
(formerly of Newton)
Beit Shemesh, Israel
Cecilia McIsaac
April 10, 2016
Our hearts and sympathies go out to the Troutman family and also to our neighbors Louise and Irwin.
Our love,
Cecilia and Dennis McIsaac and daughters Denise and Andrea.
Peter Antoniuk
April 10, 2016
Elka was an amazing person who gave so much to our community. We will miss her, especially at the fields watching our kids' baseball games. Our prayers go out to Jeff, Josh, and Jake at this very difficult time.
Tracy Bejbl
April 10, 2016
Dear Elka's family,
Elka has helped me so much through all her advice, calm demeanor, and just friendship when I needed her most. I had the same cancer as Elka and had to go through the same operation as Elka. She provided me with so much guidance and love to help me get through it, I shall forever remember her and I am so very grateful I got to know such a wonderful, beautiful, inspirational person. Rest now my friend.
Tracy Bejbl
April 10, 2016
Faith,
Please accept our deepest sympathies to you and your family. In this time of grief, you are in our thoughts and in our prayers.
Romina Croteau & Family
Jen Kanyugi
April 10, 2016
Faith, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Izhak Hayut
April 10, 2016
We went back 30+ years. I do not recall when exactly we met. It was when Elka was at McGill in Montreal. We stayed in touch all these years. Celebrating the good and helping with the, not so good.
Elka was always caring about others. When she lived at Harvard (I think) and called a dentist on Shabat to have them look at my tooth (needed root canal). Organizing for me to play with Jeff and his friends before their wedding. Yearly getting Purim and Rosh Hashana greetings.
I will greatly miss you my friend.
Rest in peace my dear friend.
Casey Lepisto
April 9, 2016
Elka, my kids preschool days were shaped my you. I can honestly say I thought you were super mom. You seemed to know everything your boys were thinking, what they needed and how to organize the school around it. I was nervous when you were present only at the thought I wouldn't measure up. I can't ever express my sorrow to your boys that I knew were your calling. I know you will continue to guide them and raise them to be everything you ever wanted them to be.
Kersti Slowik
April 8, 2016
I met Elka just once when I worked at the preschool library. But I have to convey this: my now third-grade-daughter was never a big reader. She participated in the Ashland Library summer program reluctantly, but last summer, something finally ignited. During previous years it was all about the prizes, and that finally brought her to a place where reading became the magical world that it should be. She's now a voracious reader. Jeffrey, your wife made a huge difference in this community, and touched kids and families that she never even knew. We're all feeling her loss and are praying for your family. Sending our sympathies.
linda st. germain
April 8, 2016
Faith,
My sincere condolences to you and your family. May you find comfort in prayer.
God bless you and your family.
Love,
Linda St. Germain Westbrook, M
Tobi Hoffman
April 8, 2016
While I did not know Elka all that well, I remember her as the one who contacted me in regards to the summer reading program. My thoughts go out to her family with sympathy for their loss.
Debbie Moon reed
April 8, 2016
Love and prayers
April 8, 2016
Faith: you are so lucky to have had such a wonderful sister, and she was so lucky to have had the wonderful family she had. The two-way love was obvious, and of course, now I'm crying again!! You know who this is.
Robert Jenkins
April 8, 2016
Faith
I am so sorry for your family's loss. I know from your demonstrated love and devotion she was and will always be remembered as an exceptional person, sister, mother and daughter. My heart and prayers go out to you and all of your family. Bob and Nancy Jenkins
Denise Lahey
April 8, 2016
Dear Faith and family,
My heartfelt sympathies for your great loss. I wish you peace and comfort in the difficult days ahead. Always hold the love you shared with Elka close to your hearts and she will always be with you! Take care and God Bless always!
April 8, 2016
The Office of Student Services for Ashland Public Schools wants to extend our deepest sympathy to Jeff, Joshua and Jacob, and all who loved and were loved by Elka. Elka gave to the children of Ashland a love of reading, which opened up the world to them and helped develop their imagination. Her legacy will be seen in these children's accomplishments as they grow older....
Kathy Silva, Colleen Brewer, Jodi Anderson, Sara Davidson, Robin Wurtzel, and Jeanne Nisbet
Elizabeth Sanchez
April 8, 2016
Faith, my heartfelt condolences and prayers go out to you and your family through this difficult time. May you find comfort, strength and peace with the beautiful memories you shared. Hugs! Heaven has gained an Angel.
April 8, 2016
Faith, so sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you and your family.
Bob McCarthy and family .
April 8, 2016
We are blessed to have known Elka. She did so much for the sake of others. We will miss her terribly. Our hearts go out to you Jeff, Josh and Jake and to her parents and siblings. May your memories of Elka, always give you strength and love.
With Deepest Sympathy,
The Rosen's
April 8, 2016
Jeff, Josh and Jake:
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Elka was such a special person and touched so many. May you be comforted by all the special memories you shared with her. She will be dearly missed, but know her spirit will remain with all of us!
The Hornung Family
John, Sam, Maddy, Jackson and Abby
Brooke Comer
April 7, 2016
I never had the opportunity to meet Elka in person but felt like I did through her best friend, Deb... My heart goes out to Jeff, the boys, her family, friends that were her family too, & all of the many lives of the ones that she has touched.
Rae Goldstein
April 7, 2016
Sad news travels far.. I am so very sad to hear of Elka's passing. I knew Elka from my time working at the JCC. She was an unstoppable force, a fierce mommy warrior, a dedicated parent representative Bd a kind hearted, friend to all. I feel blessed to have known her. I am especially saddened because I remember how devoted and adoring she was of her amazing boys and always spoke highly of her husband and best friend, Jeff. RIP Elka.
April 7, 2016
I loved her fighting spirit. She was not willing to give in to what she was fighting. She will be deeply missed. We loved her.
Aunt Ethel Waltrip (Sicklerville, NJ)
Kristen Rosen
April 7, 2016
I knew Elka from the JCC and had the privilege to watch her in action when she ran the PPG. She was amazing and such a sweet and wonderful woman. RIP sweet Elka, you will be missed. ❤
Sarah Morissette
April 7, 2016
Dear Jeff - So sorry to hear of your loss. My heart goes out to you and the boys, and to the memory of Elka. She absolutely was unique and special person.
Lois McAuliffe
April 7, 2016
It is so sad to think that such a giving and caring woman won't be with us any more. Elka did so much for the children of Ashland and everyone here at the Ashland Public Library will feel her loss.
April 7, 2016
Hard to find the right words to say how heartbroken we are. Elka, you will always be in our hearts.
Love, Jenn, Ben, Izzie and Luca
Jane Greenstein
April 7, 2016
Elka was a special person who engendered specialness in others. How she lived made our community stronger. And how she died did as well. She was a light in my life and I am honored to call her my friend. As much as her friends are hurting, my thoughts and prayers go out especially to her beloved Jeff, Josh, and Jake and to her parents and siblings for what I know is an immeasurable loss.
Edward Larkin
April 7, 2016
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Elka was a wonderful person who made so many lives brighter. Ed, Robin and Darby Larkin
April 7, 2016
Sharing incredible sadness and feeling empty that our amazing Elka has moved-on, but we're so thankful she's not suffering anymore. Our love and support will be there for you. We'll always have the best memories of her, her strength and humor. Love You Elka-
The Weinstock's
Christine Watt
April 7, 2016
Jeff, Josh and Jake,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this very sad time. Elka was one of a kind. She will be missed in so many ways.
In sympathy,
Chris, Lucy and Carly Watt
Kim McGreal
April 7, 2016
My heart is heavy for the Troutman family. RIP Elka..thank you for all you did for our children and community.
April 7, 2016
There are no words. Please know how much our thoughts are with you.
Love,
Steve, Kat, Hunter and Griffen
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