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Stephen Meltzer Obituary
He leaves his wife of 17 years, Beth (Mascott) Meltzer; his parents, Philip and Barbara (Namias) Meltzer of Hewlett, NY; a brother, Jeffrey Meltzer and his wife Faith of Newtown, PA; and his nieces and nephews, Jillian and Marc Meltzer and Jared and Lindsay Rosen.
He was born in New York City and had lived in Westboro for many years.
He was a Jewish educator, Youth director and Songwriter.
He was a member of Temple Emanuel in Worcester.
Funeral services will be held at NOON, TODAY, WEDNESDAY, APRIL 8TH in TEMPLE EMANUEL, 280 MAY ST., WORCESTER. Burial will be in B'Nai Brith Cemetery in Worcester.
Memorial contributions may be made in his memory to Temple Emanuel Youth Programs, 280 May St., Worcester 01602.
Memorial Observance will be announced at the time of the funeral.
Perlman Funeral Home of Worcester is directing funeral arrangements.
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Memories and Condolences
for Stephen Meltzer
Elise DeClue (Nagler)
July 23, 2009
Dear Barbara, Beth & Philip ~
I am saddened to hear of Steve's passing, especially when he had found his niche in worship music. I have many fond memories of him and our group of gangly teens from Hewlett High & TCS. He will be greatly missed. May the Lord bring back good memories and happy times as He comforts you through with strength and support.
April 27, 2009
Dear Beth,
I just learned of Steve's passing through a member of the Westborough congregation today. I am so very sorry for your loss. I will always remember Steve's beautiful voice, singing during the children's tefilah at B'nai Shalom.
I know Steve's memory will be a blessing for many but most especially for you.
Laurie Shapiro
Michelle Remeny
April 14, 2009
I'm so sorry to hear the news . . . my thoughts are with you all. May his memory live on in our hearts.
Sue Weinman
April 14, 2009
Dear Beth,
I am so sorry for your loss. Steve touched so many lives and his name will truly always be for a blessing. Please know that so many people care.
Sue Weinman
April 13, 2009
Dear Beth:
We never met, but I remeber Steve well. I am now in Richmond, VA, but some years ago took the first Facing History weeklong seminar with Steve in Brookline when I was also a Jewish Educator, in Malden. Steve and I had a long heart-to-heart about hte challenges of raising children with phsical and develomental challenges.I remember being inspired by his faith and determination.
I am so sorry for your loss and know that Steve's giving spirit will live on in the memories of the many students, colleagues and friends he touched.
May you be comforted among the mourners of zion and Jerusalem
L'Shalom, Aviva Gershman
April 12, 2009
Dear Beth,
I am so sad to hear about the passing of Steve. I was at the funeral service and it was such a tribute to see so many people that were there that Steve had touched their lives. My heart and prayers are with you
Please let me know if there is anything I can do for you.
Joyce Siegel
Margery Kashman
April 12, 2009
Dear Barbara and Phil,
Our sincerest condolences to you and your family. Our thoughts are with you at this time.
Margie and David Kashman
April 12, 2009
Beth,
Our hearts go out to you.
Steve was a truly inspiration in how he lived everyday. His spirit lives on in those he touched.
As my youngest said, "We're going to miss him a lot."
Pam P. and family
Jack Levin
April 11, 2009
"Dear Beth: I was shocked to hear the tragic news concerning your husband. It must give you some comfort to know that so many people are thinking of you during this difficult time. "
Lois & Michael Storch
April 11, 2009
Dear Barbara and Phil,
Our hearts goes out to you and your family on your loss. Please except our sincere condolences.
Lois and Michael Storch
Linda Turney Skolnik
April 10, 2009
Dear Beth,
My thoughts are with you at this difficult time. Steve was full of warmth, humor and life! May his memory always be a blessing.
Beth Shuman
April 10, 2009
Dear Beth,
My deepest condolences to you at this difficult time. Please take care of yourself.
April 10, 2009
Beth:
My family and I were saddened to hear of Steve's too soon passing. Ben and Jason had so enjoyed him in the Tefilah band on Shabbat mornings. Andy and I remember many coffee house nights he would join in with the music. Such a dedicated person and our community will feel his absence for a very long time.
We wish you well during this difficult time and hope that the love and support of family and friends will carry you through and give you strength.
Kathy, Andy, Ben and Jason Lubeck
Carol Dickerman
April 10, 2009
Eileen Cohen said it so well. We at Temple Sinai, Sharon felt very fortunate to have Steve at our temple. He was my son's hebrew school teacher, music teacher, and choir director. Everyone said he was beaming this past Sunday, as the youth choir performed at Mitzvah Day, under Steve's direction. My son is going to camp this summer, and was looking forward to seeing a familiar face in Steve, the Music Director there. They got along very well, and he said Steve had taught him so much. They had a wonderful repoire. He was a familiar presence in our temple, and left a strong mark. What always amazed me is that Steve would come from Westboro to Sharon, not minding the distance because he was doing something he enjoyed so much. Beth, we are sorry to hear about Steve, and we wanted to pass along our condolences, and prayers to you at this time.
April 9, 2009
Dear Beth, The girls and I want to tell you how shocked and saddened we are to hear about your loss. Steve was such a warm and wonderful and talented person.
This is not just a personal loss but a loss to the Jewish Community. Elisabeth, Stephanie and Charlotte Chase
Diane Mason
April 9, 2009
So sorry to hear about Steve's death. He always had a smile when he came to work at NJA and his love of music was apparent to all the children he taught. Our prayers are with you at this sad time.
Diane Mason (Bristol, England)
Elana Gordon
April 8, 2009
Words Cannot Express The Sadness I Feel For The Loss Of An AMAZING person! Beth, Please take care of yourself, and know you are in my thoughts and prayers -- lets try and get together once things settle down for you!
Roger Smith
April 8, 2009
Steve was a special guy, and a good friend. I well remember making music with him at CAJE conferences, and when Steve, Eric Komar and I formed a trio at Hofstra back in 2004. I will always remember him for his big heart, his kindness, and his music. May his memory be for a blessing. Sending my deepest sympathy to Beth and the rest of Steve's family.
Roger
April 8, 2009
We are so sorry to hear of Steve's untimely passing. Both our children truly enjoyed his his gifts and kindness at Temple Sinai. He will be missed-Bill & Debby Scher
Nancy Dube
April 8, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time. May you find comfort in the memories and inspiration he brought to so many at Westy and at Temple Emanuel.
Nancy Karp
April 8, 2009
Dear Beth, I was so shocked and sad to read about Steve's sudden death. My thoughts are with you.May memories of happy times help you through this.
Judith Freedman Caplan
April 8, 2009
Beth, I am so sorry to read of your beloved husband, Steve's sudden passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time. May you be comforted among the mourners of Zion and Jerusalem. Judith Freedman Caplan
Barry Luftig
April 8, 2009
Please accept my condolences. I taught with Steve at B'nai Shalom and proudly considered him a friend. We laughed together on many occasions. He will be deeply missed.
Merna Margil
April 8, 2009
I am so sorry that Steve has had such an untimely death....have fond memories of his contagious humor....my deep sympathies to Beth and the rest of his family.
Merna Margilo
julie salkind
April 8, 2009
Dear Beth,
Words cannot describe this shock-Steve was a special guy and he will be missed!
We love you-
Julie/Richard Salkind
Eileen Cohen
April 8, 2009
To Steve's Family,
I just want to share with you how sad I was to learn of Steve's passing. As a member of Temple Sinai in Sharon where Steve has shared so much of himself and his love of music with the kids of our religious school, I can tell you he will be sorely missed.
Just this week, several of us were commenting on what a terrific job he has done with the kids -- this past Sunday at Mitzvah Day we were so pleased for him when he finally introduced the junior choir that he's tried so hard to form. And this Monday at Hebrew School, he was having the time of his life singing Passover songs with the students -- they were singing with such enthusiasm and laughing so loudly that those of us within hearing range jokingly commented on how lucky Steve was to be able to have such fun on the job.
He was a very special person and our synagogue has been fortunate to have had him a part of our children's religious education.
Please accept my sincere condolences on his passing.
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