Gilbert Beiser
On Nov. 4, Gilbert Beiser of Silver Spring. Beloved husband of Judy Beiser; devoted father of Susan Beiser of Charlotte, NC; dear brother of Claire Mosenthal of Washington. Graveside services were held on Nov. 6 at at King David Memorial Garden in Falls Church. The family observed shiva at his residence immediately following the interment. Contributions in his memory may be made to Shaare Tefila Congregation.
Howard Lefkowitz
On Nov. 7, Howard Lefkowitz, of Wheaton. Beloved husband of Zoe Lefkowitz; devoted father of Elliot Lefkowitz (Donna), Miriam Lefkowitz (David), Linda Keely (David), Sharon Lefkowitz, and daughter-in-law Nicci Lefkowitz; beloved brother of Stanley Lefkowitz; cherished grandfather of Cailyn and Kye Keely, Mara Myers, and grand dog Taanka. Funeral services were held on Nov. 9 at Judean Memorial Gardens Chapel, Interment followed. Family observed. Shiva was observed at the Lefkowitz residence. Contributions may be made to the Montgomery Bird Club, montgomerybirdclub.org.
Gertrude Levin
On Oct. 27, Gertrude Levin of Silver Spring, beloved wife of the late Joseph I. Levin; devoted mother of Robert (Judith) Levin and Stan Levin; cherished grandmother of Sharon Levin and Joshua Levin. She is also survived by her loving sister, Rida Silbert; adored aunt of many nieces and nephews. The funeral service was held on Oct. 29 at the Hines-Rinaldi Funeral Home, Silver Spring. Interment followed at Mt. Lebanon Cemetery. Shiva was observed at the home of Robert and Judith Levin. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to a charity of your choice.
Thomas ‘Tommy’ S. Misler
On Oct. 18, Thomas “Tommy” S. Misler of Ft. Lauderdale, Fla. and formerly of Bethesda. Beloved husband of Hal Chaikin, dear brother of Michael and Betty, son of the late Leone and Bernard Misler, son-in-law of Harriet and the late Norman Chaikin, brother- in- law of Robin and Charles Frank, loving uncle of Jennifer and Jason Karlin, great-uncle of Evan, Seth and Jillian. Graveside services were held on Oct. 23 at Judean Memorial Gardens, Olney. Memorial contributions may be made to a charity of one’s choice.