Albert Spiegel, former president of The Jewish Federation of Greater Los Angeles, died at the age of 86.
Spiegel\’s commitment and dedication to our community was surpassed only by the passion and zeal he displayed as he worked tirelessly to fulfill the Jewish tradition of tikkun olam — making our world a better place.
There was a time when the retail clothing industry was thriving. \”In the \’80s, my customers spent almost 8 percent of their disposable income on clothing,\” said David Sacks, owner of Sacks SFO apparel stores. However, time and a change in consumer habits have eroded this reality. Over the last decade, Sacks, 53, has had to close several of his outlets. He watched his retail miniempire dwindle from 20 stores nationwide to two local outlets: one in Studio City (12021 Ventura Blvd.) and a new location in Culver City (9608 Venice Blvd.).
Alan Morinis on the personal meltdown he suffered after the highly successful film company he had built went bust.
Rosalind Glaser Peters died on Jan. 6, 2002, at the age of 91.
She was our \”Aishes Chayil,\” woman of valor, elegance, strength and dignity. The unparalled, articulate, beloved matriarch of our family.
Benjamin Alan Eder died on Dec. 11, 2001, lost at sea along with three other men aboard the F/V Nesika, at age 21.
Many Jews know that on Tu B\’Shevat — the Jewish new year for trees, which falls this year on Jan. 28 — you can plant a tree. In the future, however, you may be able to buy a water certificate.
Rosalind Glaser Peters died on Jan. 6, 2002, at the age of 92.
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