Willie Yablon

Willie Yablon was born Wolf Jabłonkiewicz in Częstochowa, Poland. On Saturday, November 6, 1999 he passed away, in his 94th year. Much beloved and devoted husband for 68 years of Adela Goldberg. Adored and respected father of Dr. Isadore (Ruby Jones) Yablon, David of Montreal, and Brenda of Vancouver. Cherished grandfather of Brian (Laurie Libenson) Yablon of Portland, Oregon, Dr. Corrie Yablon of Boston and Jessica and Richard Rabkin of Vancouver. Great-grandfather of Benjamin and Jonathan. Predeceased by his brothers Leib and Isidor. Brother-in-law of the late Simon Goldberg, Rose Goldberg (the late Harry), Lou Goldberg (Betty) and Diane Brooks (the late Josh), Sara and (the late Max), and especially devoted cousins Manny and Gladys Weigensberg. Also survived by many cousins, nieces and nephews. Funeral service from Paperman and Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. West, on Monday, November 8 at 2 p.m. Burial at the Farban Labour Zionist Cemetery, de la Savane. Shiva at 5885 Cavendish Boul., apt. 812. Special thanks and appreciation to Rabbi Hershel Schecter, Ellen Tissenbaum and the staff of the Manior Montefiore. Donations in his memory may be made to Na'Amat Degania Group, 482-0252. He will always be remembered and loved by all who new him for his gentleness of spirit and remarkable humour and wit.