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obituaries » 44 July 7 • 2016 Obituaries DANIEL BARG, 56, of Ramat Beit Shemesh, Israel, died suddenly June 20, 2016. Daniel had an enticing smile, endearing laugh and boundless opti- mism. He was a professional chef. He felt compelled to help others in any way he could, frequently tak- ing over the kitchens of his closest friends when he visited them. He was noted for his delicious recipes and unflappable ability to produce wonderful meals for crowds, large and small. He was the devoted husband of Esther; adoring father of Shira Gittel; cherished son of Estelle and the late Allen Barg; dear brother of Diane (Steven) Budaj, and David (Elaine Zacks); loving uncle of Evan Budaj and Michael Barg. He is also survived by his mother-in-law, Susan Sachs; sisters-in-law, Elka (Seth) Kosowsky, Brocha Sachs, Rivka (Michael) Benjamin; brother-in-law, Ephraim (Nofar) Sachs; and a world of friends. Interment took place in Israel, Contributions may be made to L'iluy Nishmat Daniel Barg at gofundme. com/Zadqufeb. This announcement was placed at the request of the fam- ily by Hebrew Memorial Chapel. Burke ALBERT J. BURKE, 94, of West Bloomfield, died June 29, 2016. He is survived by his daughters and son-in-law, Wendy Rollin, Catherine (Irwin Krinsky) Rollin; grandchil- dren, Benjamin (Chau) Grier, Andrew Grier (fiancée, Tammy Deem), Summer Krinsky; great-grandchildren, Stephen and Anna Grier; nieces, nephews, friends and colleagues; his devoted care- giver, Theresa Gist; from Mr. Burke's lifetime of teaching, a multitude of students who all remember him with great respect and affection. Mr. Burke was the beloved hus- band of the late Vera Rollin Burke and the late Estelle Burke. Interment was at Clover Hill Park Cemetery. Contributions may be made to Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Detroit, Trees for Israel-Jewish National Fund or a charity of one's choice. Arrangements by Dorfman Chapel. Ronelle Grier | Contributing Writer H arvey L. Weisberg was a suc- cessful supermarket executive, a dedicated community leader and a tireless advocate for peace. Mr. Weisberg, who lived in Bloomfield Hills, died on June 24, 2016. He was 91. For more than 40 years, Harvey served ultimately as vice chairman of the popular Chatham supermarket chain, which he co-founded along with his father and brothers. Under their leadership, the enterprise grew to include 45 markets and nine Warehouse Way drug- stores. Throughout his career, Harvey was loved and respected by his employees and colleagues for his kindness, fairness and willingness to listen to everyone, regardless of position or social status. According to Rabbi Aaron Starr of Congregation Shaarey Zedek, who offici- ated at the funeral service along with Rabbi Joseph Krakoff, Harvey was "an incredible leader of the Jewish people," a man who truly cared about his synagogue, his family and his community. He held leadership posi- tions with the Jewish National Fund, Israel's national emergency service Magen David Adom, Israel Bonds, the Anti-Defamation League, the broadcast division of the Jewish Community Council, Associated Food Dealers of Michigan, Hillel Day School, B'nai B'rith and the Jewish Theological Society. An energetic peacemaker who believed in bringing people together, he was a founder of the Ecumenical Institute for Jewish-Christian Studies (which became the Michigan Institute for Jewish-Christian Relations) where he helped educate Christian leaders about Israel and Judaism. He was also a founder of the American Arab and Jewish Friends, where he helped to bridge gaps between Jews and Muslims in Metro Detroit. While he never sought recognition for his unflagging service and outstanding generos- ity, he received many accolades, including the State of Israel City of Peace Award for his involvement with Israel Bonds. In 2010, he received the "Eight over Eighty" Tikkun Olam Award for the years of service he gave to the community through his dynamic work with so many groups and organizations. "Harvey had an innate ability to uplift people with his sincerity and kindness … he found good in everyone," said Rabbi Krakoff. STRONG FAMILY TIES Above all, Harvey was a devoted husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. After serving as a lieutenant in the Navy, Harvey attended the University of Michigan, where he received both his bachelor's (1947) and law degrees (1950). It was there, in a Spanish class, that he met his soul mate and wife of 56 years, Lucille. She had the qualities he was seeking: brains, beauty, impressive social skills, an interest in culture and politics, and strong family values. It was a marriage of true friends who balanced each other perfectly. Together they raised a family and shared their mutual passions for dancing, music and world travel — visiting Israel seven times as well as many other locales such as Singapore, Australia, Turkey and Brazil to name a few. Son Barry Weisberg said, "My father left us a legacy of cherished values that included love of family and friends, the importance of a strong Jewish identity, connection to Israel and synagogue, giving back to the com- munity and treating all people with dignity and respect. His unconditional love for his children and our beloved mother, Lucille, gave us a wonderful foundation from which to lead our own lives." Harvey passed on his love for exploring Jewish communities around the globe to his granddaughter Jenny, who admired her grandfather's strong character, his philan- thropy and his belief that everyone should be treated equally, from the person who swept the synagogue floor to the senior rabbi. His ready smile reflected the pride and joy he took in his family, and he loved to be playful, telling jokes and performing magic tricks. "He was my role model," said his grandson Josh, who spoke at the funeral service. "He did things the right way and taught others how to do things the right way … with end- less mitzvot and tzedakah." Harvey honed his leadership skills at a young age, holding Kohen Gadol positions in the AZA youth group in the early 1940s and serving as president of the student council at the University of Michigan. As a youth, he learned from his father, Peter, how to lead services at his family's synagogue, Congregation Shaarey Zedek, where he became president of the Junior Congregation. His involvement culminated in a successful term as president of the growing congregation, where, among other accomplishments, he helped significantly expand the role of women in the synagogue. Harvey found his greatest fulfillment in his family, and Shabbat dinners were the highlight of the week. He taught his sons by example, showing them how to stand up for their beliefs while incorporating compassion into every decision. He loved his children's spouses, Audrey, David and Deena, like his own children. Ever the businessman, he made sure every family vacation included at least one stop at a local supermarket, to get new ideas and see how things were done in other parts of the country and the world. WISDOM, COMPASSION "My dad, Harvey, had simultaneous deep and well-balanced commitments to his family, to the Detroit area as well as to the international Jewish and world communi- ties," said his son Dan. "He was wise and compassionate and caring. He was always available when a problem arose and lent a sympathetic and insightful ear second to none." Harvey enjoyed playing the coronet, a talent he developed to counteract the effects of a bout of childhood pneumonia. He loved reading, chess, Star Trek, James Bond movies and remained a steadfast Michigan Wolverines fan always. He believed in keeping an open mind in business and personal matters and was fasci- nated with other peoples and cultures. Well- organized and meticulous, with the help of his longtime executive assistant Dorothy Emig Kihn, he always found a way to help when a family member, friend or organiza- tion needed his help — and he inspired oth- ers to follow his example. Harvey Weisberg is survived by his sons and their spouses, Cantor Roger and Audrey Weisberg, Daniel Weisberg and husband David Klingenberger, Barry and Deena Weisberg; grandchildren, Joshua and Erin Weisberg, Heather and Todd Eisner, Jennifer Weisberg and Yoni Weisberg; great-grand- children, Lucille Rose Weisberg, Eli Isaac Weisberg and Owen Bradley Eisner; sister, Helen Weisberg; brothers and sisters-in-law, Alvin and Henrietta Weisberg, Harold and Marion Weisberg; many nieces and neph- ews. Mr. Weisberg was the beloved husband of the late Lucille Weisberg; the cherished father of the late Jeffrey L. Weisberg; the devoted son of the late Peter and the late Clara Weisberg; the dear brother of the late Bernard Weisberg, and the late Selma and the late George Feinberg. Interment was at Clover Hill Park Cemetery. Contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association-Greater Michigan Chapter, 25200 Telegraph Road, Suite 100, Southfield, MI 48033, www.alz. org, (248) 351-0280; Hospice of Michigan, 400 Mack Ave., Detroit, MI 48201, www. hom.org, (888) 247-5701; Anti-Defamation League, 120 LaSalle St., Suite 1150, Chicago, IL 60603, www.adl.org; or Congregation Shaarey Zedek, the Jeffrey L. Weisberg Memorial Fund, 27375 Bell Road, Southfield, MI 48034, www.shaareyzedek. org, (248) 357-5544. Arrangements by Ira Kaufman Chapel. * A Caring Leader Harvey Weisberg