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Sylvia

(Axelrod)

Moore

Obituary

Sylvia A. Moore, a long- time resident of New Britain and Clinton, Connecticut and Boynton Beach, Florida, passed away on July 14 in Lantana, Florida. She was married to the late Hyman L. Moore for nearly 60 years. She was the daughter of Maurice and Ada Axelrod, also of New Britain. Sylvia loved literature and poetry, and many years after receiving her B.A. from Central Connecticut State College she returned to academia to earn her Masters in English from Wesleyan University. She went on to become a teacher of English at New Britain High School and devoted herself tirelessly to passing on her love of literature to her students. An active volunteer in the New Britain Jewish community, Sylvia was a member of Temple B’nai Israel since her childhood, a president of the local chapter of Hadassah, and a leader in the New Britain (now Greater Hartford) Jewish Federation. Sylvia is survived by her daughter Betsy Moore Joseph, Betsy’s husband Vincent Joseph, her daughter Sara Moore Litt, and Sara’s husband Andrew Litt; her grandchildren, Jennifer Joseph and Jennifer’s husband Adam Winik, Michael Joseph, David Litt, and Rebecca Litt; and her great grandchildren, Max and Rose Winik. The funeral will be held at Weinstein Mortuary in Hartford at 11 00 A.M. on Sunday, July 17, with interment at Beth Alom Cemetery in New Britain. Sylvia was a strong, outspoken, and independent woman long before that was the norm. A lifelong supporter of women’s rights, in her 89 years she saw many improvements in the opportunities open to women. One milestone she was looking forward to is the first woman being elected President of the United States. Though, sadly, she will miss this historic election, contributions in Sylvia’s memory can be made to the Hillary Victory Fund through this dedicated link: https://www.hillaryclinton.com/finance/?raiser=2436750. For further information, directions or to sign the guest book for Sylvia, please visit online at www.weinsteinmortuary.com/funerals.cfm.

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Deceased On:

Thursday, January 1, 1970

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Thursday, January 1, 1970

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From: Bea and Len Litsky

From Sarasota, Fl.

Posted On: July 15, 2016

Dear Betsy and Sara,
So sorry to hear of your mother's passing. We were such good friends since second grade, both in Vance School and B'nai Israel Hebrew School--so many years ago. Where have the years gone?? I thought something was wrong when I didn't receive a birthday card from her last week, the first time in many, many years. My first trip to NYC, by self, was to visit her at NYU. My fondest regards to you and your families on this sad occasion. Bea and Len Litsky

From: Nancy Sachs mead

From Bristol, Ct

Posted On: July 16, 2016

My thoughts and prayers are with everyone in the family , I have such wonderful memories of our families together growing up ????

From: Sylvia Birnbaum Yasner

From Fairfield, Ct

Posted On: July 16, 2016

Dear Sara and Betsy,
So sorry to hear of the loss or your mother. I remember your family at Beach Park.
With warm regards,
Sylvia Birnbaum Yasner

From: MaryAnne S.Wysocki

From Westbrook, CT

Posted On: July 16, 2016

Sylvia and I were teachers at New Britain High School and our collegial relationship developed into a friendship. I admired her sense of humor, her confidence, strength and intelligence. My condolences to her family, she will be missed.

From: Mary A. Gardner (Corbino)

From Largo, Florida

Posted On: July 16, 2016

Please accept my condolences on the loss of your mother. Mrs. Moore was my 6th grade teacher at Linden Street School, Plainville, CT. She was much loved and admired.

From: Ronda Barket

From Wallingford,, Ct

Posted On: July 16, 2016

Sylvia was a mentor during my early years teaching at NBHS. I have many wonderful memories of our discussions in the teachers lounge. I am sorry for her passing and send my condolences to her family and friends.

From: JOANNE KOLODNEY PERLOFF

From HARTFORD, CT

Posted On: July 16, 2016

THE KOLODNEY FAMILY WERE GOOD FRIENDS OF THE MOORE FAMILY IN NEW BRITAIN,CT AND MEMBERS OF THE B'NAI ISRAEL SYNAGOGUE. YOUR MOTHER AND FATHER WERE GOOD FRIENDS OF THE KOLODNEYS IN BUSINESS, SYNAGOGUE AND GOOD FRIENDS OF RABBI ZWELLING AND HIS FAMILY,HADASSAH AND THE END OF THE SYNAGOGUE. MAY YOUR MOTHER AND FATHER'S SOULS REST IN PEACE. MY SISTER HELENE KOLODNEY MATORIN WISHES TO REMEMBER YOUR PARENTS ALSO.WE ALL HAVE HAD WONDERFUL MEMORIOES OF THE PAST AND YOUR FAMILY. JOANNE,HELENE KOLODNEY

From: Sally Eigenraam

From Berlin, Connecticut

Posted On: July 17, 2016

My deepest condolences on the passing of your mother and grandmother. Mrs. Moore was my English teacher at NBHS. She was kind and caring. Mrs. Moore left a positive mark on my life.

Fondly,

Sally Eigenraam

From: Fran Gallagher

From Plainville, CT

Posted On: July 30, 2016

Dear Betsy and Family,

I met your mother when she started teaching at NBHS. Fortunately for me, we were not only colleagues but also friends. I have a vivid bouquet of memories of our academic explorations and personal experiences. Sylvia was a cherished gift that continuously unfolded during our shared time. How fitting it is to make a donation to the Hillary Clinton Campaign in your mother's memory.

With Sympathy and Sadness,
Fran Gallagher

From: dorothy rosenberg

From avon, ct.

Posted On: July 15, 2016

a bright enthusiastic woman, Sylvia was an inspiration. She will be missed.
Dorothy Silverherz Rosenberg

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