Gerald R. (Jerry) Colp, age 90 of Dayton, passed away Nov. 23. Mr. Colp was born in Dayton on Aug. 14, 1926 to Jacob and Rose Colp, who preceded him in death along with his twin sister, Gloria Klein, and older brother, Terry Colp, and his son Ronald Colp. He is survived by his son David Colp of Niskayuna, N.Y. Mr. Colp was a lifelong member of Temple Israel. He graduated from Roosevelt High School in 1944. For many years he worked for Paymaster Checkwriters before (and even after) getting his real estate license. This led to a career of about 50 years in commercial and industrial real estate, first working for others, and then with his own agency. He donated his body to the Anatomical Gift Program at Wright State University.

Irene Friedman, 87, of Rockville, Md., Naples, Fla., and Dayton, passed over surrounded by her family on Nov. 29. Mrs. Friedman was a lover of good books, good conversation, the stock market, and good friends. She is survived by her high school sweetheart and husband of 65 years, Robert Friedman. Our mother experienced everything, from graduating from The Ohio State University to Jeep riding in Colorado, and golfing in Hawaii. The place she loved the most was home. She leaves a legacy of strength and courage to her loving daughters, Joy and Howard Isaacson and their son Ari; Robin and Gary Uhrig and their children Drew, Ben and Christi; and Lindsey, and Merily Friendman and her children Joni and Robert Fisher; and three great-grandchildren, Carter, Cameron, and Sydney, whom she had the joy of meeting at her baby naming just one week before her passing. Not to be left out was her four-legged canine companion, Sunshine, whom she loved dearly. Interment was at Riverview Cemetery. Contributions can be made to your favorite charity.

Regina M. Krochmal, age 84 of Dayton, passed away Nov. 26. She was born and raised in Atlanta by the late Morris and Linda Maslia. Mrs. Krochmal moved to Dayton with her husband, Jerome J. Krochmal, in 1952. While raising three children, she worked as a longtime receptionist at Dayton Center Courts. Following her husband’s retirement, they enjoyed a long stay in Atlanta before returning to Dayton to be near children and grandchildren. Mrs. Krochmal is survived by her husband of 64 years, Jerry Krochmal; three children, Ken and Janice Krochmal, Frances Moskowitz, Linda Pitarys and special friend Tom Liberio; brothers and sister-in-law Henry Maslia and Albert and Isabelle Maslia; grandchildren Josh (Natasha), Seth (Alisa), Ethan Krochmal, Brandon and Becca Moskowitz, Grant Pitarys, and four great-grandchildren. Interment was at Beth Abraham Cemetery. Contributions may be given to Hospice of Dayton or Beth Abraham Synagogue.

Max Leo Markman of Beachwood passed away on Nov. 28 at the age of 98. He was born on July 9, 1918, and lived nearly his entire life in the Cleveland area. He was preceded in death by his wife, Lillian, in 1995. He is survived by his son, Steve and his wife Helen, of Washington Township; daughter, Sandra and her husband Steve of Toledo; six grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. Mr. Markman was a captain in the Army Air Forces during World War II, serving in Australia, the Philippines, and Okinawa. He then worked as an auditor for the Internal Revenue Service in Cleveland. He loved to travel, collect coins, build model trains, and read and discuss any topic of Jewish interest. Burial was at the Park Synagogue Cemetery in Cleveland.

Raymond Schneider, 95 of Springfield, was born in Bronx, N.Y. on Oct. 12, 1921, and he passed away peacefully with family on Dec. 3. He was the only child of Jennie Greenburg Schneider and Saul Schneider, though he grew up with many cousins in the Bronx. After high school graduation, he was accepted into New York University in New York City, studying engineering. Prior to graduation from NYU, Mr. Schneider had joined the ROTC and was called up to service with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers during World War II. Mr. Schneider became a flight engineer instructor and was a graduate of the first group of soldiers in the U.S. Air Force, commissioned as a 2nd lieutenant. Mr. Schneider remained active in the USAF reserves and was called back into service during Korea, again instructing soldiers to become flight engineers for the pilots. He owned the Ray Schneider Insurance Agency and was involved with insurance for more than 70 years. Ray and Marilyn were introduced through a dear friend, Calvin Goros. Cal and Marilyn were classmates and Cal and Ray met in a model airplane club. Marilyn and Ray were married May 15, 1943, a week earlier than planned because he was called up to serve in the U.S. Army. The Schneiders celebrated their 73rd wedding anniversary on May 15. They have traveled extensively throughout the United States and Europe. They were snowbirds in Florida for 26 years, however their favorite place and where they call home has been Springfield, Ohio. Mr. Schneider’s survivors include his wife, Marilyn; his children, Bruce (Sharon), Larry (Diana) and Joan; and his four grandchildren, Amy (Dennis) Brozak, LaShonda “Lacy” DeCarlo, Sarah (Jeffery) Brooks and Benjamin Schneider. His six great-grandchildren called him and Marilyn “GG”. Mr. Schneider was predeceased by his parents, Jennie and Saul Schneider and numerous friends and cousins who were dear to him. Mr. Schneider had been a member of Temple Sholom since 1951 and served in many capacities on the board. He was also a member of the Springfield Country Club. Throughout his life, he was active in many clubs and organizations, starting out with a model airplane club and a weight lifting club as a teenager. He and his best friend, Cal, spent many hours at the backgammon board! As an adult, he was a member of several bowling leagues, three tennis clubs, and he played handball at the YMCA. In the past decade, he played bridge with Don Jones, Bob Wagner, Al Goebel, and Don Culler. Interment was at Ferncliff Cemetery. Contributions may be made to Temple Shalom, 2424 N. Limestone St., Springfield, OH 45503.

Richard Solgan, 86, passed away on Dec. 4 in Ormond Beach, Fla. He was a furniture salesman in Dayton, where he was born. He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Evelyn; sons, Robert of Southern California, David (Nancy) of Yorktown, Va., and Marc (Brickette) of Spring Hill, Fla.; and daughter, Elaine (Dave, Best Son-In-Law) Hoehn of Ormond Beach, Fla.; eight grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Mr. Solgan was a gentle, loving and proud husband, father and grandfather. His greatest pleasure was being with the family. Goodbye sweet love, you will be missed. Please make donations to Vitas Hospice at 2350 Mason Ave., Daytona Beach, FL.

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