Shirley (Galinsky) Kassman

Shirley Kassman (Galinsky ) ,91 years of age, ofHebron, died January 27, 2021. Born in Hartford,she was thedaughterofthe late Joseph and Bessie (Spector) Galinsky.She was married to her beloved husband Barney for 56 years before his passing in 2009. January 25th is their wedding anniversary date. Shirley was a resident of Columbia for 64 years before moving to Hebron. She made her career as a bookkeeper and worked for many years in this profession before retiring to spend quality time with her husband and grandchildren. Shirley loved nothing more than her family. Holiday gatherings always took place at their home, where guests were always welcomed (planned or not). Shirley, an excellent cook, would work for days with the help of her children to prepare the meal. This ensured that the delicious family recipes and holiday traditions were not lost. Barney and Shirley were long-time members of United Brethren of Hebron Synagogue taking on a variety of roles to help maintain the building and the well-being of the congregation. Shirley was a lifetime member of Hadassah and an active member of the Columbia Senior Center. She had a talent and a passion for knitting until she was unable to do so, at which time she took up hand quilting. She had a keen eye for color and design resulting in many beautiful quilts and wall hangings that will forever be a loving legacy for her family. Shirley leaves behind her children, Edward Kassman and his wife Leslie of Columbia, S. Steven Kassman and his wife Cheryl of Vernon, Abby Kassman- Harned and her husband Courtney of Ellington; also nine grandchildren and eight great grandchildren. She was predeceased by her two brothers, David Max Galinsky, Jacob Morris Galinsky and his wife Rosalind, her brothers’ in law, Morris Kassman, Samuel Kassman and his wife Marilyn; and her granddaughter, Elizabeth Sarah Kassman. The family would like to express a special thank you to Verona McCrae, Shirley’s caregiver for the past five months. Verona provided excellent, warm-hearted care and companionship at a time it was most vital and appreciated. Private funeral services will be held for the family on January 31, 2021 at United Brethren of Hebron Synagogue with interment in United Brethren of Hebron Cemetery, Mansfield. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made directly to the Synagogue at PO Box 260, Hebron, CT 06248. Arrangements are entrusted to Weinstein Mortuary, Hartford. For further information, directions, or to sign the guest book forShirleyplease visit online atwww.weinsteinmortuary.com/funerals.cfm.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made directly to the Synagogue at PO Box 260, Hebron, CT 06248.