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Jill and Brian Koch 

President 2020-2022 

Brian has been a member of the Beth Torah Adath Yeshurun family since birth, 

where his father Charlie served for many years on the Board of Directors. Brian will 

attest that the best thing he ever did for Beth Torah was marrying Jill and bringing 

her into the Beth Torah family. They married at the temple with Rabbi Farber 

officiating in 2005. Since that time, they have parented three amazing daughters, Brooke (14), Tara (9), and 

Hailey (7). Each of their girls has grown up at Beth Torah, participating in the Bright Beginnings program, 

ECA and Religious School. Their daughter Brooke just spent her first year as a counselor for Camp Simcha. 

Jill is completing a remarkable term as President, one that she started in the early days of the 

COVID-19 pandemic. During this time, Jill oversaw efforts to ensure meaningful High Holy Day experiences, 

the solidification of our senior rabbinical leadership for the next decade, the painting of the campus and the 

entire construction process leading to the recent opening of the wholly renovated sanctuary. There have been 

countless virtual meetings and events during the last two years. Prior to serving as President, Jill served as 

Secretary, Financial Vice President, House Vice President, At-Large Vice President and Executive Vice 

President. Jill was also active with the PTO, helping with Challah programs, bake sales and book sales. 

Brian initially joined the Beth Torah Board of Directors in 2004, a year after graduating law school. He 

later served for seven years on the Executive Board, in various roles including Youth and Camp Vice 

President and At-Large Vice President, and has continued to serve on the By-Laws and Legal committees. 

He previously received Beth Torah’s Young Leadership Award in 2009. Over the years, Jill and Brian have co 

-chaired many events, such as Monte Carlo Night and Chanukkah Under the Stars. At one point, Jill and 

Brian served jointly on the Board – laughing that their “date night” was a temple board meeting. In short, Jill 

and Brian have dedicated tremendous time to our Beth Torah family and shown a strong commitment to 

Judaism. 

Outside of Beth Torah, Jill currently serves as the General Manager for Vesta Property Services, and 

previously created and grew her own company, JK Property Management, into one of the best property 

management companies in South Florida. Jill has been recognized as a Women of Distinction and listed in 

Marquis’ Who’s Who among women business executives. 

Brian is a Partner with Holland & Knight in the firm’s litigation department in Ft. Lauderdale. Brian has 

been recognized in the Best Lawyers in America guide, as a Florida SuperLawyer, and as Florida Legal Elite 

in the Florida Trend magazine, among others. Brian is the former President of the Broward Chapter of the 

Federal Bar Association, which was named National Chapter of the Year under his watch. Brian chaired the 

Broward Bar’s Professionalism Committee for five years. He has served on boards for various organizations, 

including the Leadership Broward Foundation, the Broward Center for the Performing Arts, the B’nai B’rith 

Justice Unit, Inns of Court and the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society South Florida Chapter. In 2015, he was 

recognized as the LLS Man of the Year for Ft. Lauderdale. 

Jill and Brian are most proud of the family they have raised here at Beth Torah, and look forward to 

many more celebrations to come. They represent the very best of Beth Torah.

Bonnie Reiter-Lehrer 

Distinguished Service Award 

Bonnie Reiter-Lehrer is the Chief Marketing and Communications Officer of the 

Greater Miami Jewish Federation. She has nearly four decades of leadership 

experience in advertising, branding, communications, media relations, marketing, 

writing, film, video and major special event production. 

Recognized as a collaborative and highly-skilled marketing executive, Bonnie’s never-ending creativity 

and attention to detail infuse every project she leads – always focused on an extraordinary end-user 

experience. Over the years, her imaginings and ideations are behind the production of many videos and 

documentaries, as well as the success of hundreds of large-scale events both in Miami and Israel. 

Bonnie has received numerous awards and recognition including a regional Emmy Award as Creative 

Producer for the documentary film, “My Survivor.” Throughout her career, her work has also been recognized 

with professional awards from the Public Relations Society of America, the Florida Press Association, the 

American Advertising Federation and the American Marketing Association, among others. 

For 38 years, Bonnie’s professional achievements continually demonstrate a deep, enduring and 

heartfelt commitment to Israel and the Jewish people. The center of her world is her husband, David, her 

daughter, Ilana, and forever puppy, Bella.

MESSAGE FROM THE EVENT CHAIRS 

It has been our privilege to Chair “The Event,” Beth Torah Benny Rok Campus’ annual 

celebration. This past year has been very different than we had all imagined, yet our 

synagogue has remained vibrant, strong and available to our members. That is why it 

is even more relevant that we honor our outgoing President, Jill Koch, tonight. 

The history of excellent leadership at Beth Torah has been a constant. This 

solid foundation will lead us into a fantastic future for many generations to come. This 

recognition is truly deserved by these dedicated people. 

We would like to thank all of the committee members who have assisted us. This 

memorable event and journal are possible because of your commitment. 

Thank you for your participation and for being part of our Synagogue and making this 

celebration a success! 

Amy and Howard Chafetz 

Marla and Michael Cotzen 

Barbara and Robert Goldfarb

MESSAGE FROM THE JOURNAL CHAIRS 

We are honored to chair the annual Ad Journal. We are excited to be part of the 

committee paying tribute to our honorees. What a pleasure to look back at what our 

community has built together. We honor Jill and Brian Koch and Bonnie Reiter-Lehrer 

and all those who have dedicated time and resources to give us our spiritual home. 

We will be forever grateful. 

Creating a Journal takes the hard work and dedication of many people. We are 

especially grateful to Matthew Halpern, Sherry Krug and the Beth Torah staff for their 

hard work in making this such a success. 

A heartfelt thank you to our advertisers, members, family and friends of the honorees. 

Their generosity, enthusiasm and dedication have made this Event and Journal a 

fitting tribute to our incredible honorees. 

May we continue to be inspired by the example of our honorees and work together to 

strengthen Beth Torah for today and tomorrow. 

Chazak Chazak v’Nitchazayk: Let us be strong, let us be strong, and let us strengthen 

one another. 

Barbara and Robert Goldfarb 

Alison and Rick Mars

BETH TORAH BENNY ROK CAMPUS 

MARIO ROJZMAN, Senior Rabbi 

EDWIN FARBER, Rabbi Emeritus 

DR. MAX A. LIPSCHITZ z”l, Founding Rabbi 

MATTHEW G. HALPERN, Executive Director 

DR. ANDREA BECK, Director of Engagement 

JENI BUCHHOLZ, Youth & Camp Director 

RONIT FELSZER, Director of Admissions and Membership 

SANDRA KOPP, Director, Suzy Fischer Early Childhood Academy 

DR. GABRIELA RASCOVSKY, Director of Lifelong Learning 

AMY ALDERMAN, Assistant Director, Suzy Fischer Early Childhood Academy 

GRACE ERDFROCHT, Bright Beginnings & Toddler Director 

TERI SMOLKEN, Controller 

CATALINA ABELLO, Bookkeeper 

MARLA COHEN, Executive Administrator 

SHERRY KRUG, Executive Assistant 

MICHELLE GLASER, Religious School Administrative Assistant 

RUTH BRANDT, Religious School Administrative Assistant 

LEA COHEN, Receptionist

APRIL 30, 2022 

SCHECK/BONWITT FAMILY 

Program Sponsors 

VESTA 

JILL KOCH 

President 

PHYLLIS SHEINMAN 

Ways & Means Vice President 

AMY & HOWARD CHAFETZ 

MARLA & MICHAEL COTZEN 

BARBARA & ROBERT GOLDFARB 

Event Chairs 

MICHAEL COTZEN 

Executive Vice President 

MATTHEW G. HALPERN 

Executive Director 

BARBARA & ROBERT GOLDFARB 

ALISON & RICK MARS 

Journal Chairs 

HOST COMMITTEE 

ROCHELLE & MARSHALL BALTUCH 

ANDREA BECK 

JULIE & JASON BERKOWITZ 

JENI & MATT BUCHHOLZ 

MARLA COHEN 

LAURE & RABBI ED FARBER 

ADRIANA & EDGAR HALAC 

MICHELLE & STEVEN KABAK 

AMY DEAN & ALAN KLUGER 

BROOKE KOCH 

EILEEN & CHARLES KOCH 

HAILEY KOCH 

TARA KOCH 

SANDRA & DAVID KOPP 

SHERRY & GENE KRUG 

MINDY & MARK KURKIN 

SHARON & JASON LEWEN 

EVELYN & ROBERT MOSKOVITZ 

GABRIELA & ADOLFO RASCOVSKY 

GISELA & RABBI MARIO ROJZMAN 

ADRIENNE & JEFF SCHECK 

RAQUEL & MICHAEL SCHECK 

LIZETTE & JOSH WEINGARD

BETH TORAH BENNY ROK CAMPUS 

OFFICERS 2021-2022 

JILL KOCH, President 

MICHAEL COTZEN, Executive Vice President 

HOWARD CHAFETZ, At Large Vice President 

LIZETTE WEINGARD, ECA Vice President 

MICHELLE KABAK, Education Co-Vice President 

CONSTANZA LERMAN NUDELMAN, Education Co-Vice President 

MINDY KURKIN, Financial Vice President 

ADRIANA FAERMAN, Membership Vice President 

MARK MOYEL, Operations Vice President 

EDGARDO IMAR, Ritual Vice President 

PHYLLIS SHEINMAN, Ways & Means Vice President 

ETTA B. EPSTEIN, Youth & Camp Vice President 

STEVEN WILLINGER, Treasurer 

PABLO HOBERMAN, Secretary 

RICHARD BERGER, Immediate Past President

NERISSA BALLAND 

JULIE BERKOWITZ 

ELAINE COHEN 

CAROLE FINK 

ADRIANA HALAC 

BRIAN HUNIS 

BOARD OF DIRECTORS 

BRANDON IMAR 

STEPHANIE KLEINER 

STEPHANIE KRUTCHIK 

SUSAN KOSLOVSKY 

MITCHELL PODGOROWIEZ 

SHERYL PODGOROWIEZ 

IGAL ROJZMAN 

CARLA SPECTOR 

GABRIELLE SCHPILBERG 

ALESSANDRA STIVELMAN 

MINDY TUCKER 

CHARLES KOCH, Honorary Vice President 

SID KOSLOVSKY, Honorary Vice President 

IKE SEMAYA, Honorary Vice President 

ELAINE FISHER, Adult Education Chair 

BETTE JOY FIELD, Cultural/Program Co-Chair 

PABLO HOBERMAN, Comite Latino Chair 

HELEN MARCOSCHAMER, Social Action Chair 

ANDY RODMAN, Human Resources Chair 

JUDGE LARRY SCHWARTZ, Parliamentarian 

JUDY BERGER, Sisterhood President 

ARNOLD SCHECTER, Men’s Club President 

MARSHALL BALTUCH 

ROCHELLE BALTUCH 

RICHARD BERGER 

ROBERT BILLIG 

LESTER ENGEL 

HAROLD FRIEDMAN 

ROBERT GOLDFARB 

JOSEPH GOLDEN z”l 

HERB HIRSCHBERG 

MILTON HORNSTEIN z”l 

PAST PRESIDENTS 

HYMAN KATZ z”l 

BRIAN KETTLER 

DR. RICK MARS 

BRUCE MASIA 

IRVING NEWMAN z”l 

MARCIA ORVIETO 

ADRIENNE PROMOFF 

LLOYD ROUTMAN 

RAQUEL SCHECK 

STEVEN SCHECK 

JOSEPH SCHMIER z”l 

SAM SCHORR z”l 

MIKE SEGAL 

ROBERT SHELLEY 

RICHARD SNEIDER z”l 

HON. ARTHUR SNYDER z”l 

ROBERT WHITEBOOK 

HON. ARTHUR WINTON z”l 

EWALD ZIFFER z”l 

SY CHADROFF z”l 

MORRIS DEAKTER 

LOIS HILDEBRANDT z”l 

JOEL HOCHBERG 

RUBEN KLODA 

ALAN KLUGER 

SHELLY LIPSON 

MONROE MITCHEL 

HONORARY TRUSTEES 

SYD NACRON z”l 

ROSA ROK 

ALAN ROSENTHAL 

MICHAEL SCHECK 

RAQUEL SCHECK 

ROBERT SHELLEY 

BURTON YOUNG 

DAVID ZINN

A MESSAGE FROM OUR RABBIS 

There is a prayer offered on Shabbat morning for those “Who Serve the Community.” What does 

“community” refer to here? Listed in those we are “praying” for (another way of saying we are thanking 

them) is the following: 

1) Those who unite to establish [and maintain] synagogues 

2) Those who devote themselves with the needs of this community 

3) Those who devote themselves with the needs of Israel 

The reason these are the “top 3” listed in this prayer is that the Rabbis saw a connection between them. 

The synagogue is the center of the local Jewish community. Education, life cycle occasions including 

celebrations and moments of sadness and mourning, holidays and Shabbat are the focus of the 

synagogue. It helps mold the values and identities of the “local” Jews. The goal is for those people then 

to reach out to the community at large and make sure that no Jew is “left behind” and that our Jewish 

communal educational institutions are strong, to make sure that newcomers to the community (whether 

from other American cities or from far flung communities around the world) find their Jewish home in their 

new community. Then all these committed Jews unite to lend political, financial and moral support to the 

Jewish State and homeland. Each is listed separately because each has its own distinct values and is, in 

truth, very demanding. People have different interests so they tend to focus on a particular area and 

because our community is made up of “people” we know that their interests and involvements will be 

different – because people are people and we are not alike. The more varied the community, the 

stronger it is and the more interesting it is. We would suggest that Beth Torah’s strength is its “variety” 

and multi-cultural nature. 

Our honorees for this year – our President, Jill Koch, with her “sidekick” husband, Brian, and Bonnie 

Reiter-Lehrer – fit the description of those who cover all the “bases”: Synagogue, Community, Israel. 

Their commitment to Beth Torah Benny Rok Campus, our community and Israel is strong and enduring. 

Under Jill’s enthusiastic and always positive leadership, we emerged from the COVID-19 lockdowns and 

restrictions as strong as ever as she guided us from Livestream to ZOOM to “live” and Livestream so we 

could maximize participation and keep everyone involved. Her smile and enthusiasm and genuine love of 

the shul and its families are “contagious.” If you have ever participated in a Federation trip or event you 

will benefit from the seamless and superb organization that happened behind the scenes. Bonnie 

Reiter-Lehrer is that talented and incomparable behind the scenes person who makes it all come 

together. People from around the country always comment on how great our Federation events are. 

“What’s the Secret?” they ask. There are many we say – but one of them is surely Bonnie Reiter-Lehrer, 

who makes us all “look good.” Her devotion to our Miami-Dade Jewish community is legendary. Kol 

Hakavod to our honorees who understand that which we say every time we finish a book of the Torah: 

Chazak Chazak v’Nitchazayk – Strong, Strong and we will all be strengthened. 

Mario Rojzman, Senior Rabbi 

Ed Farber, Rabbi Emeritus

MESSAGE FROM OUR EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT 

Dedication is defined as “the willingness to give significant time and energy to something because 

it is important.” Our honorees this year – Jill and Brian Koch and Bonnie Reiter-Lehrer – have proven 

time and time again that their dedication to causes that are important to them is unparalleled. Luckily for 

us, Beth Torah Benny Rok Campus and the South Florida Jewish community are causes that fill each of 

their hearts. 

Jill and Brian Koch are truly valued members of BTBRC. They celebrated their bar and bat 

mitzvahs at our synagogue, were married at our synagogue and have had three baby namings for their 

daughters and one Bat Mitzvah (so far) at Beth Torah. Both have served on our Board of Directors for 

many years (more than a decade each). They have held numerous positions on our Executive 

Committee, including several vice president positions, and have chaired and been part of countless 

committees. 

When Jill became President of Beth Torah in June 2020, she had no idea that her entire term 

would be during a time when the world was dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic. She had to lead our 

leaders and professionals in thinking differently while we determined how to effectively have worship 

events, fundraisers, social events, and ECA classes in a virtual manner, while still keeping the family 

atmosphere that Beth Torah is known for. As a result, Jill certainly had the most unique Beth Torah 

presidency ever and some may say the most challenging. There is no doubt that Jill rose to the 

challenge, and we are so proud of her efforts and involvement in Beth Torah. Jill’s life has been full of 

board meetings, committee meetings, meetings with professionals and lay leaders – virtually daily 

meetings, but on top of that, she has brought fun, high energy, dedication and hard work to Beth Torah. 

Of course, Jill couldn’t do any of this without the love and support of her amazing husband, Brian, and 

her daughters, Brooke, Tara, and Hailey. As Jill’s Executive Vice President (and very close friend), I can 

truly say that it has been a pleasure serving under her and know that the Kochs will continue to keep 

Beth Torah as their second home for many years to come. I have very big shoes to fill as the next 

President of Beth Torah. 

We are also grateful for Brian’s dedication to Beth Torah, where he has been a member his entire 

life. Brian’s involvement in our synagogue has ranged from reading Haftorah to serving as Youth and 

Camp Vice President. He took some years off of the Board of Directors to give Jill the limelight (or to 

watch their kids while Jill was at countless meetings) but now is stepping back on the Board to serve as 

Parliamentarian. Brian has been a great friend of mine for nearly thirty years, and I’m proud to work with 

and learn from him. 

Bonnie has shown incredible dedication to our South Florida Jewish community, and we are 

proud to honor her this year. Bonnie has served the Jewish community for most of her nearly 40 year 

career in communications, advertising and marketing. Her life’s work has been dedicated to building and 

serving the Jewish community and Israel, and ensuring a strong and vibrant Jewish future for all of us. 

We are grateful that Beth Torah is a part of the community that Bonnie has worked so hard to serve. 

Tonight, we say thank you to Jill, Brian and Bonnie for tirelessly serving Beth Torah and our 

community with such passion and dedication! 

Michael Cotzen 

Executive Vice President

A MESSAGE FROM OUR 

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR 

“If you are going to live, leave a legacy. 

Make a mark on the world that can’t be erased.” 

– Maya Angelou 

With immense pride and admiration, we celebrate three individuals who have contributed in countless 

ways to the success of Beth Torah Benny Rok Campus and the broader Jewish community. Their 

example for how to live a meaningful Jewish life is truly a legacy. 

Jill and Brian Koch are shining examples of how synagogues need people and people need 

synagogues. Brian, who grew up at Adath Yeshurun prior to its merger with Beth Torah, already knew he 

was part of a special synagogue community when he married Jill and brought her into the extended 

family. Together, they have held numerous leadership roles, supporting key function areas that keep 

Beth Torah strong and thriving. 

This year, Jill completes what may be considered the most unique term as Beth Torah’s 

president, as the majority of her term was served at a distance from other members of the synagogue 

during the COVID-19 pandemic. Yet she continued to seek out ways to keep people connected and 

energetic, knowing that her Beth Torah family may have been “socially distant,” but our hearts were 

never more closely intertwined. And, of course, as part of her legacy, Jill was instrumental as part of the 

team who led the renovation of the Scheck Family Sanctuary, a modern space for prayer and gathering 

that continues to be a hallmark for Beth Torah Benny Rok Campus. 

Truly worthy of our Distinguished Service Award, Bonnie Reitner-Lehrer, who serves as the Chief 

Marketing Officer for the Greater Miami Jewish Federation, has impacted countless synagogues and 

Jewish agencies in Miami-Dade County as well as partner communities in Israel. She helps tell the 

stories that often go untold. She helps build bridges that unite us all. She helps make connections that 

lead to a stronger, more resilient Jewish community. 

Jill, Brian and Bonnie have blessed our community with living legacies, for they continue to serve 

with distinction to elevate the incredible activities that take place at Beth Torah Benny Rok Campus and 

around the community. Their mark cannot be erased, and we could not be more grateful. 

Chazak; Chazak; v’Nitchazayk 

Strong, Strong and We Will All Be Strengthened 

Matthew G. Halpern, FSA, ATz 

Executive Director


DIRECTOR OF ENGAGEMENT 

Faith does not mean certainty, 

It means the courage to live with uncertainty. 

It does not mean having the answers, 

It means having the courage to ask the questions 

And not let go of God, as he does not let go of us. 

-Rabbi Jonathan Sacks 

Years before she became President, at the time when Jill became Executive Vice President and set 

herself on the path to leading our community, there was no way for her to know that her Presidential term 

would run a parallel course with a global pandemic. Even if she had known, I imagine she would have 

continued steadfastly toward assuming her role as President, because that’s the kind of leader Jill is. At 

a time of great uncertainty and fear, Jill had the courage and faith to lead our diverse Beth Torah Benny 

Rok Campus congregation. Of the many strengths Jill has displayed in these last two years, one that 

certainly deserves recognition and commendation is her ability to adapt. As a result of this strength, Beth 

Torah, too, found strength in adapting. With rising and falling positivity rates, evolving format options for 

ritual services, educational needs that transitioned with time, community program approaches that 

required decision-making and much, much more, Jill intuitively understood that hers would be a time of 

consistent reflection and responsive transitions. In looking back, we see clearly that Jill never stopped 

asking questions and listening to the answers, and we have benefited tremendously as a result. 

Bonnie’s role in how Beth Torah established itself during the pandemic is one that cannot be 

overstated. After all, it is one thing to make “next step” decisions such as the ones Jill was called upon to 

make, and it is an entirely different effort to communicate those decisions. With her unique expertise in 

the fields of marketing and communications, Bonnie advised us on how to effectively reach our diverse 

membership during a time when the consistent delivery of compassionate care was critical. Bonnie’s 

guidance set us on a path of sustainable transparency. Furthermore, she helped us in delicately 

balancing being a socially distanced community that somehow remained personally present and 

approachable every step of the way. 

In honoring Jill and Bonnie this evening, we honor two courageous leaders who helped to carry 

and inspire us during one of the most challenging times in Beth Torah’s long-standing history. For that 

and so much more, “thank you” is just the beginning… 

Kol Hakavod, 

Dr. Andrea Beck 

Director of Engagement

Mazel Tov to 

Jill & Brian Koch 

& 


Your dedication to this community and to our youth is unmatched. 

We are eternity grateful!!! 

2021-2022 BTBRC USY Board 

Brandon Imar 

President 

Kayla Buchholz 

Membership Kadima VP 

Lily Marcovich 

Religious Education VP 

Ava Perloff 

Israel Affairs VP 

Haley Scheck 

Social Action Tikun Olam VP 

Alex Rosenblum 

Communications VP 

Adam Scheck 

Freshman Representative 

Jeni Buchholz — Youth & Camp Director


DIRECTOR OF ADMISSIONS & MEMBERSHIP 

Mazal Tov Jill & Brian Koch and Bonnie Reiter-Lehrer! 

This tribute is a tremendous milestone and a huge accomplishment for you, your families and your 

extended group of supporters. Years of leadership, dedication, perseverance and sacrifice have brought 

you to this moment and you should be incredibly proud of yourselves and feel confident that your 

contribution has been and continues to be valuable, vital and an inspiration to many. 

Once again, I struggled to find something to say amid a crisis that would add a Jewish thought. My own 

words are never as eloquent as others and found these quotes that resonated with me: 

"Torah is not education, it's transformation." 

These past two years have certainly not been normal ones. But then again, as science journalist Ed 

Yong elegantly put it, “Normal led to this.” 

As Director of Admissions and Membership, I speak to you from my heart, and I know my sentiments 

reflect those of our entire Beth Torah clergy, staff and faculty. 

We grow and learn more from adversities and setbacks than we do from good times. For me, not only 

COVID-19 has taught or reminded us how truly vital human contact is, especially in the midst of a Time 

Like This (of a crisis). Normally, when we hit trying times, we’re able to rely on our broad safety net 

consisting of friends, peers, families and colleagues for physical warmth, direct emotional connections 

and intellectual and spiritual camaraderie. Today, once again we return to the new normal, postquarantine, 

after almost two years of finding ourselves separated physically from our larger support 

group and loved ones. While it was extremely difficult and immensely isolating, the upside of this 

experience is that it provided us with the time and space to self-reflect on those in our lives who make us 

better people by constantly and consistently challenging us, supporting us and being there for us. If we 

can remember this important lesson and make it a priority going forward by fully supporting, 

strengthening and appreciating these relationships, then we’ve truly gained. 

This experience has also taught us that we’re connected not only to those in our inner circle, but to each 

and every soul of the Beth Torah community.


DIRECTOR OF EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION 

“The Event” is a celebration of the leaders who have been cultivated generation after generation; it is a 

testament to the strength, dedication and commitment to pushing our Beth Torah Benny Rok Campus 

community to great heights. 

I would like to offer a heartfelt congratulations to this year’s honorees – Jill and Brian Koch and Bonnie 

Reiter-Lehrer – on behalf of myself and my team at the Suzy Fischer Early Childhood Academy. 

Selflessness is defined as acting without thought on how we will profit or be rewarded, and our honorees 

certainly embody that definition to its fullest. Their devoted leadership not only energizes me personally, 

but their actions and deeds inspire our children and families as they lead by example. 

On this momentous occasion, it is my honor – bittersweet as it is – to particularly wish our outgoing 

President, Jill Koch, the best of luck and a heartfelt Thank You for a job well done! Jill, it is said that the 

truest form of leadership is the capacity to translate vision into reality and you’ve done just that. From the 

moment I met you, you’ve been a tireless advocate for our BTBRC community and our incredible Early 

Childhood program, and my biggest cheerleader. While being a leader can be fraught with challenges 

under normal circumstances, you were tested in the face of a once-every-hundred years pandemic, yet 

you led with poise, conviction and unwavering support. We are now thriving more than ever and continue 

to grow strong. You are indeed a tornado, swirling with energy! 

Mazal Tov to all the honorees on this well-deserved honor. 

Sandra Kopp, M.S. 

Director of Early Childhood Education 

Suzy Fisher Early Childhood Academy


DIRECTOR OF LIFELONG LEARNING 

According to Rabbi Sacks, the term “Jewish leadership” is ambiguous. It means leadership by Jews, but 

it also means leadership in a Jewish way. While the first term is common, the second is rare, as in a way 

we are saying thank you for the past and giving blessings for the future. Rabbis Sacks taught us about 

seven principles of Jewish leadership done in Jewish Ways: 

Leadership begins with taking responsibility. Jill and the entire Koch Family have 

demonstrated taking full responsibility in their leadership during unprecedented pandemic times. 

No one can lead alone. Good leaders like you understand that they need to nurture 

themselves and others and so you did. 

Leadership is about the future. You took care of the present and the future. 

Leaders learn. You have demonstrated your willingness to learn and be open minded. 

Leadership means believing in the people you lead. We testify that you believe in us and in 

our community. 

Leadership involves a sense of timing and pace. You have shown it through your proactive 

actions and vision. 

Leadership is stressful and emotionally demanding. Despite the challenges, you carried your 

leadership with emotional integrity and patience. 

Jill and the Koch Family have embraced the presidency of our community with great dignity. You 

have fulfilled Rabbi Sacks’ teachings in Jewish leadership accomplished in Jewish ways. Thank you for 

your dedication, hard work and achievements during the last two years. 

On a personal and professional level, and on behalf of the entire team, we thank you for guiding 

us during your term. Kol Ha Kavod! Mazal tov!

CONGRATULATES THE HONOREES 

OF TONIGHT’S EVENT 

Jill and Brian Koch, President 2020-2022 

Bonnie Reiter-Lehrer, Distinguished Service Award 

KOL HAKAVOD FOR ALL YOU DO FOR BETH TORAH & THE COMMUNITY! 

BT2U would like to thank the Scheck Family and 

others for their continued support of the program 

and the projects and events that have been funded 

through their generosity. 

BT2U sponsors new and innovative 

Jewish Programming at Beth Torah 

and in the Community. 

Marla Cohen, BT2U Coordinator

PROGRAM 

SPONSORS

We are so fortunate and blessed to be a part of the 

BTBRC Family 

Thank you for always being there for us and for instilling the love of 

Judaism, Tzedakah, Community and Family in our lives. 

With Sincere Gratitude, 

The Scheck and Bonwitt Families

Congratulations to our 

2022 High School and College Graduates 

Joshua Bonwitt 

Tulane University ‘22 

Alexa Scheck 

Scheck Hillel ‘22 

We are so proud of your accomplishments! 

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Mazel Tov to 

Sara Saiovici and Keith Bonwitt 

on their engagement 

We are so excited to see our family grow! 

We Love You All, 


In Honor 

of our Parents and Grandparents 

Raquel and Michael Scheck 

Community leaders who have demonstrated to us the value of 

Family, Generosity, Tikun Olam and Love of Community. 

The tremendous impact that you have had on our family and community 

will be felt for generations to come. 

We are so lucky and blessed to have such amazing role models 

who are an inspiration to all of us!! 

Love, 

Adrienne, Jeff, Zachary, Faryn, Shelby and Amanda 

Hili, Marty, Carli, Neil, Nicole, Danielle and Alexa 

Elise, Gil, Joshua, Keith, David, Gabriella and Jessica 

Michele, Steven, Jenna, Evan, Haley and Adam

In Honor of 

JILL AND BRIAN KOCH 

Thank you for all you do for our Beth Torah Family! 

Jill — Welcome to the coveted Past President Club! 

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In Honor of 

BONNIE REITER-LEHRER 

Your impact on the Miami Jewish Community 

over so many years is immeasurable! 

Can’t wait to see you work your magic on the 

Israel 75 Miami Mega Mission 2023! 

With Sincere Gratitude, 


PLATINUM

Kol haKavod to our dear friends 

Jill and Brian 

Your tireless efforts on behalf of Beth Torah 

and so many other worthy organizations 

make our community a better place. 

It is a privilege to recognize 

your accomplishments, 

but even more meaningful to us 

is the blessing of your friendship. 

We are honored to be a part of this evening 

and to have you in our lives. 

With sincere appreciation, gratitude and love, 

Amy & Howard 

Jolie, Cameron and Shelby

We are honored 

to recognize and celebrate our friend 


for many years of distinguished service 

to our Jewish Community. 

Your efforts enabled the community 

to remain connected during a most challenging time. 

We are indebted to you for that 

and for all your work over the years to inform, 

educate and uplift the Jewish community. 

With sincere appreciation, gratitude and love, 

Amy & Howard 

Jolie, Cameron and Shelby

We love you 

Mommy!

The Officers, Board of Directors, Members past 

and present of Beth Torah treasure the memory of 

Rabbi Max A. Lipschitz 

Founding Rabbi 

January 18, 1924-March 20, 2011 

Beloved Leader, Teacher and Friend 

North Miami Beach and Aventura are here today because of 

Rabbi Max, who brought thousands of families to 

North Dade since 1959.

PEARL

Jill (the rock star) and Brian 

We are so blessed that you 

are a part of our lives. 

We love you and appreciate 

everything you do 

for Beth Torah! 

Love Your Fan Club, 

Barbara and Rob

Bonnie 

You are my best friend, sister 

and shining star! 

I adore you and am 

so proud of your extraordinary 

accomplishments on behalf of 

our Jewish community. 

Mazel Tov and Love, 

Barbara and “The Competition”

Beth Torah Benny Rok Campus 

recognizes the following individuals and families 

who have designated Beth Torah in their planned giving arrangements 

through the Create A Jewish Legacy program: 

Anonymous* (5) 

Rochelle & Marshall Baltuch* 

Aileen & Eric Berger* 

Elise & Gil Bonwitt* 

Amy & Howard Chafetz 

Elaine Cohen* 

Marla & Michael Cotzen 

Lois Danis* 

Sandra Edelboim* 

Lenore Elias 

Etta Birenbaum Epstein 

Laurie & Rabbi Ed Farber 

Bette Joy Field 

Linda & Eugene Finkin* 

Marcia & Jeffrey Frantz* 

Barbara & Robert Goldfarb 

Vita Gopman* 

Carina & Pablo Hoberman 

Marylin Holzberg 

Ann & Norman Hurwitz* 

Sharon & Glenn Kaplan 

Arlene Keil* 

Wayne Keil 

Robin & Brian Kettler 

Amy Dean & Alan Kluger 

Jill & Brian Koch* 

Charles Koch* 

Rochelle & Arthur ז״ל Lipson 

Alison & Rick Mars 

Roslyn ז״ל & Kalman ז״ל Mintz* 

Nicole & Alon Ozer 

Rabbi Mario Rojzman 

Ilsa ז״ל & Walter ז״ל Rooz* 

Adrienne & Jeffrey Scheck* 

Hili & Marty Scheck 

Raquel & Michael Scheck* 

Michele & Steven Scheck* 

Iris & Fernando Schlaen 

Caryn & Lawrence A. Schwartz* 

Ronna & Mike Segal * 

Isaac Semaya * 

Phyllis & Steven Sheinman* 

Bob Shelley* 

Terri & Jeff Sonn* 

Carla Spector 

*Confirmed Gift 

Of Blessed Memory ז״ל 

To learn more about including 


in your planned giving arrangements, 

contact Matthew Halpern, Executive Director, 

at (305) 932-2829 or mhalpern@btbrc.org.

DIAMOND

In Loving Memory of 

Papi Natan 

Benny Rok 

Love, 

Rosa Rok 

Ely and Marcos Morjain 

Sergio and Jared Rok 

Evelyn, Robert, Bradley, Justin & Sara Moskovitz 

Susan, Michael, Nathan, Jonah & Alexa Sperling 

Sharon, Bryan, Brody, Blake, Jagger & Eyla Morjain 

Elise, Jason, Oren & Marco Morjain 

Monica, Harry, Alexander, Gabriel & Elias Salinas 

Veronica, John, Ruby & Lyla Weintraub

We are truly blessed as our 

family keeps getting bigger. 

Mazel Tov on the arrival of 

FOUR MORE beautiful babies, 

Lyla Rok Weintraub, Elias Salinas, 

Marco Morjain and Eyla Morjain. 

MAMI ROSITA with 

9 grandchildren and 

14 great-grandchildren

In Honor of 

Eva Caroline Rivner, Emmy Rose Rivner and Ilana Lou Rivner 

We Love You! 

Cheryl and Ruben Kloda (Great-Grandma & Great-Grandpa) 

Hedy (Savta), Daniel (Poppy) and (Uncle) Adam Whitebook

In Honor of 


You are a wonderful person and a true community resource! 

We are fortunate to call you our friend! 

Congratulations to 


Cheryl and Ruben Kloda 

Hedy and Daniel Whitebook

GOLD

Congratulations 



for their dedication and 

commitment to the 

Jewish community. 

With love, 

The Buffa Family 

Stacy, Peter, Dylan, Ryan & Blake

Mazel Tov to our Honorees 



on this well-deserved tribute. 

JoAnn & Roni Laskin

We wish Beth Torah 

continued success. 

We are proud to be part of 

this great Congregation. 

To another 80 years! 

JoAnn & Roni Laskin


to the Honorees 


and our dear and beloved friend 


Mazel Tov and Love! 

Shirley & William Lehman

We are proud of 


Such an integral part of 

our Miami Jewish Community 

Shirley & William Lehman

1900 NW Corporate Blvd – Ste 110 W 

Boca Raton, FL 33431 

o: 561-205-CPAS 

d: 954-637-8964 

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JILL 

It is our pleasure to be a part of The Event. 

Thank you for your many years of support. 

We look forward to a continued 

business relationship. 

Wishing you the best of luck with 

The Event!

Mazel Tov to 

Jill Koch 

and family 

for her incredible work for our synagogue! 

"To be doing good deeds is man's most glorious task." 

- Sophocles 

Ronna & Mike Segal



for her lifetime of great service 

for our Jewish community! 

Ronna & Mike Segal

Mazel Tov Jill and Brian Koch 

and Bonnie Reiter-Lehrer 

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Jill and Brian Koch! 

We are very proud of all 

your accomplishments 

and are honored to celebrate this 

achievement with you. 

Mazel Tov! 

Sincerely, 

Dr. Kara Cavuoto, Joshua Levenson, Esq., 

and Hannah Levenson

“A place becomes known far and wide 

if it is the home of great leaders.” 

Beth Torah’s place of renown in the 

Jewish community is a direct result of the 

greatness of the lay leadership this Synagogue 

has been blessed with. 

Jill Koch’s leadership during this time of pandemic 

has been nothing short of heroic and dynamic. 

We went from the crisis of “AT A TIME LIKE THIS” to 

“STRONGER TOGETHER” and were blessed with 

Jill as our president and her “first man” - Brian - 

who stood by her side the entire way. 

Our entire community is blessed with the 

enormous talent and dedication of 

Bonnie Reiter-Lehrer, whose devotion 

to our community is already legendary. 

Kol HaKavod and Mazal Tov to these 

outstanding leaders. 

Rabbi Mario & Gisela 

Rojzman 

Rabbi Ed & Laurie 

Farber

JILL 

Our synagogue is blessed to have had 

your leadership during such a difficult time. 

You have led with grace and great fortitude. 

The programming and care of our 

BTBRC community could not have been better. 

A BIG THANK YOU to Brian for sharing your wife with us; 

TOGETHER, you are BOTH amazing! 

BONNIE 

Mazel Tov for your Distinguished Service Award. 

Giving is a mitzvah, and you do this DAILY! 

Thank you for assisting our BTBRC community 

to continue to participate and reach those in need 

outside of our synagogue. 

with love and appreciation, 

Phyllis & Steven Sheinman

BRONZE


JILL & BRIAN KOCH 


for your hard work and dedication 

furthering the mission of 

Beth Torah and 

the Jewish Community. 

The Linkewer Family

Mazel Tov 

BETH TORAH CONGREGATION 

Thank you for all of your years of continuing support, 

providing your ideas, time, participation and donations. 

You have made it possible for this synagogue to thrive and 

remain a source of strength for our entire community. 

We are Family. 

***** 

The Promoffs 

Adrienne & David 

Mark & Marilina 

Michael, Gabbi, Julia, & Emma 

The Scalas 

Robin & Todd 

Jack, Bennett & Matthew 

Adrienne F. Promoff, P.A.

Thank you so much 

Jill, Brian and Bonnie 

for your leadership 

and dedication! 

You are a true inspiration 

of love and commitment. 

May you and yours be blessed 

with every blessing 

today and every day. 

With much love and 

admiration, 

Marcelo, Ivana & Isabella 

(Ballesteros-Suarez Family)

Best wishes to my friend 


on this well-deserved award. 

Her dedication to the 

Jewish people has no bounds. 

With much love, 

Rosi and Saby Behar

Mazel Tov to our 

Very Distinguished 


Your accomplishments are great, 

always with grace and style and flair. 

You are so deserving of this honor. 

With Lots of Love, 

Bob Berrin and Linda Schechter 

Ike Fisher and Lourdes Suarez

Mazel Tov to 


on their dedication and support 

of Beth Torah and 


for her dedication to the Jewish community.

Jill and Brian — 

Dedicated hearts like yours 

Are not so easy to find. 

It takes a special person 

To be so generous and kind. 

To care so much for others 

Is a quality all too rare. 

Yet you give of your time and your talents 

For all in need to share. 

You give from your heart 

You listen and understand 

You are kind and supportive 

And always willing to lend a hand. 

We want you to know 

How much we appreciate you. 

Not just today, 

But the whole year through. 

Thank you both for all you have done 

for our community and for Beth Torah. 

Jill, our Beth Torah family is so indebted to you 

for your leadership and dedication, 

especially during the last 2 years. 

Michael has GIANT shoes to fill!! 

We love you and are so blessed to have you in our lives! 

Love, Marla, Michael, Ryan and Ross Cotzen 

Sandra and Eric Friedman 

Julie, Andy, Emily and Allie Rodman

To our very own Super Jill, 

You never cease to amaze us. 

You are the most caring person we know. 

You never stop and are always doing for others. 

Jill, you are the example for future women and 

leaders to aspire to be. 

We love you with all our hearts, 

Mom, Wayne & Chris, Ron & Dawn, JP & Amy, 

Nick & Becca, Matheiu & Sammi, 

Brandon, Ethan & Ryan

We congratulate 


and 


for their commitment and dedication 

to our Synagogue and 

our Jewish heritage! 

Fondly, 

The Drozdow Family 

Linda, Gil, Gregory & Leila 

and Jacquelyn


You richly deserve this honor for the 

exemplary job you have done leading 

our beloved synagogue. 

Throughout your term as President, 

you have always conducted yourselves with 

dignity, grace and kindness. 

Thank you for your leadership and friendship! 

Bonnie 

We have had the benefit of your extraordinary work 

on behalf of Beth Torah and 

the Jewish community in Greater Miami. 

Sending you our profound and heartfelt thanks! 

With much love and gratitude, 

Marcia and Jeff Frantz

Mazel Tov to 

Jill & Brian 

for your dedication and 

commitment to our Beth Torah 


Bonnie 

for a well-deserved honor 

Vita Gopman Hotte & 

Daniel Hotte

We are so proud of 


in everything they do... 

phenomenal parents, warm and wonderful 

family members, incredible professionals 

and dedicated and tireless leaders at Beth Torah and 

their entire community. 

Sending all our love from California on this 

very special evening, we are there with you 

celebrating in our hearts! 

Lots of love and huge virtual hugs, 

Jeff, Stacy & Lilly Green

Kesher congratulates 

Beth Torah and the Honorees 



for their dedication and leadership 

to the Synagogue and 

the Jewish community. 

Yasher Koach! 

Your Friends at 

Kloda Whitebook Kesher Academy

“A leader isn’t someone who forces others 

to make him stronger; a leader is someone willing 

to give his strength to others so that they may 

have the strength to stand on their own.” 

Beth Revis 

JILL and BONNIE 

We are truly grateful and wish you 

and your families much love, 

good health, continued success 

and happiness. 

Robin and Brian Kettler

Dear Bonnie 

Congratulations on this 

very well-deserved 

honor. 

We love you, 

Israel & Tania Lapciuc




Your dedication and commitment to our 

synagogue and Jewish community have 

improved the lives of so many. 

Love, 

Jodi and Carlos Lerman

Congratulations To The Honorees 


President 2020-2022 

and 



Thank You for Your Dedication to 


and the Jewish Community! 

MAZEL TOV! 

Renee & Jorge Lerman & Family

In Honor of 



“Leaders of Distinction” 

Mazel Tov! 

Shelly Lipson and Family

To my mom, my hero, my everything! 

I celebrate and honor you every day! 

Your dedication to the Jewish community for the last 

38 years has been filled with creativity, inspiration 

and a tremendous love for our people. 

You do everything with such passion and intelligence. Your vision and 

execution of every project - large and small - are what inspires 

me most. You are my role model, my friend, my world. I try to bring 

your work ethic forward in everything I do and I’ve learned so much 

from you about caring and leading with your heart. 

Thank you for showing me and the world how strong women 

with an important mission and purpose in life 

can make our world a better place for all. 

I love you and I’m so proud of you always! 

Love, 

Ilana - your forever little monkey

Dearest Bonnie 

You are the epitome of 

strength, brilliance and 

creativity and mostly 

you are adored 

by the entire community. 

I love you, my dear friend, 

Gail Meyers

MAZEL TOV! 

JILL and BRIAN!!! 

Thank you for your friendship 

and amazing leadership and devotion 

to Beth Torah and our community. 

and a Huge Congrats to 

BONNIE 

on this well-deserved honor!! 

With love and gratitude, 

Alison, Rick, Zack, Blake and Cory Mars

Benjamin and Rosa (Rivka) 

Perelman 

and daughters, 

Alexandra Nehama and 

Carolina Malca 

thank Beth Torah for having 

our family as members and 

wishing naches and success 

in good health in this year 

and many more to come.

Mazel Tov and Best Wishes 

to 

Brian and Jill Koch 

on this well-deserved honor! 

We are grateful for your dedication 

and commitment to our Beth Torah Family 

and the Jewish Community! 

Mazel Tov 

to 


for receiving the 

Distinguished Service Award! 

With Love, 

Judi Silverman 

Sheryl, Robert, Mitchell, and Jayme Podgorowiez 

Sharon, Bart, Alyssa and Steven Budman

CONGRATULATES 

JILL and BRIAN KOCH 

and 


FOR THEIR EXEMPLARY DEDICATION, 

DEVOTION, SERVICE AND LOVE FOR 

BETH TORAH 

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20900 NE 30 AVENUE, AVENTURA, FL 33180 

305.937.0300 – www.RRRLAW.com – info@rrrlaw.com

David, Rachel, Julia, Evan, and Amanda Seifer 

congratulate 


and 


for the recognition of their 

service to and leadership of Beth Torah. 

We love our 20+ years of friendship with the 

Koch family and look forward to many more.

Each seed that is planted is 

a potential garden... 


Thank you so much for tending to the 

garden and making sure that it is 

watered so that flowers can grow! 

Mazel Tov to 

all the honorees 

Love, 

Geniene and Commissioner Bob Shelley

Jill & Brian Koch

Mazel Tov to 

this year’s Honorees 

of Beth Torah 



for all you do for the community 

Joanne Solomon 

Pam & Burt Srebrenik 

and Family

In Memory of 

our beloved 

Parents & Grandparents 

SheiLa Steiner z”l 

William (Bill) Steiner z”l 

You have been an inspiration 

for all to follow. 

We miss you! 

Carol & Michael Steiner and Family

Mazel Tov to our Honorees 



Thank you for all you do for 

Beth Torah and the Jewish Community 

Proud to be part of the Family. 

Susan & Marvin Tuchklaper 

and Family

Special greetings, sent with love, 

from the staff of Vesta Property Services

JILL & BONNIE 

Congratulations on an honor 

well deserved 

Ronni & Bob Whitebook

Mazel Tov to 


the well-deserved honoree of the 

Distinguished Service Award. 

Her dedication 

to the community is exemplary 

and we are proud to call her 

a longtime wonderful friend. 

Ray Ellen and Allan Yarkin

Mazal tov to tonight’s honorees, 

and to everyone who worked to make 

The Event Gala a success! Kol HaKavod. 

CONGRATULATIONS 

TO THE HONOREES 

LYNN & MARK ALTSCHULER

Congratulations to Jill and Brian, 

you’re the best and you deserve this honor 

All our love, 

Ann & Joe Averso 

We honor JILL & BRIAN and the next generation of leadership and talent 

on their outstanding current and future accomplishments 

Marshall – Beth Torah President – 1981-1983 

Rochelle – Beth Torah President – 1999-2001 

Jill – Beth Torah President – 2020-2022 

Brian – Beth Torah President – 202?-202? 

Mazel Tov to Bonnie Reiter-Lehrer on the Distinguished Service Award 

Rochelle, Marshall, Robyn and Aleza z”l Baltuch

What can we say about the Kochs? To know you is to love you! 

Jill, you are everything to everyone – 

an amazing mother, wife, daughter, sister, friend, and leader. 

Brian, you picked a good one and make Jill look good every day! 

We are truly honored to celebrate you BOTH! 

Love, Julie and Jason, Lisa and Eitan, Amanda and Jeff, Cortnee and Tim, 

and Isabel and Andrew 

BONNIE 

You are simply the best 

at all that you do. 

You are our community’s treasure. 

Love, 

Brian and Marsha

BONNIE 

Kol Ha’Kavod 

on all your amazing work 

for our Jewish community. 

Mazel Tov! 


Shelly & Steve Brodie

Mazel Tov and Best Wishes 

to 


and 


Elaine Cohen 

Mazal Tov Jill! 

Thank you for your leading 


during the past two years. 

We are Stronger Together because of 

all you have done for our synagogue. 

Muchas Gracias! 

Comite Latino

Our Heartfelt thanks to 


for your service and devotion to our Beth Torah 


for your dedication to the Jewish community 

YOUR ACTIONS ARE A SOURCE OF INSPIRATION 

With Gratitude, 

Adriana Faerman & Glenn Gopman 

Congratulations Jill and Brian 

for your leadership and hard work 

during these difficult times! 

Bonnie, you enrich everything 

with your grace and vision 

Adriana and Edgar Halac

It’s truly an honor for us to pay tribute and celebrate 

two incredible menshes who have so passionately 

devoted themselves to Beth Torah 

and our entire community for so many years. 

Congratulations, 

Jill & Brian, 

this honor is so deserved … We love you! 

Grace & Jack Jaiven 

Mazel Tov to our President Jill & First Gentleman Brian!! 

Kol Havod for all that you do for Beth Torah. 

We are honored for all the years of friendship 

and the many more to come… 

Love, 

Michelle, Steven, Spencer & Brianna Kabak

A warm Mazel Tov to 


for their years of dedication and 

selfless devotion to Beth Torah. 

Sharon, Glenn, Zack & Amanda Kaplan 




Thank you for all you have given to 

Beth Torah and the Jewish community. 

Alyn Kay

Mazel Tov to 

Our Honorees 

Thank you for 

your leadership 

The Dean-Kluger and Jerles Families 

In Honor of 

Jill Koch, President 

for your dedication of time and energy 

to ensure that our 


would grow and flourish. 

Mazel tov to 


for the 


All our best to both of you!! 

Susan & Sid Koslovsky and Family 

Berkshire Hathaway Home Services 

EWM Realty

Mazel Tov Jill and Brian! 

You are exceptional leaders 

and are so deserving of this honor. 

We are truly grateful to call you friends. 

With love, 

The Kurkin and Weingard Families 

Mazal Tov to 

All the Honorees 

on this special evening 

Margie & Michael Blasberg 

Rachel & Harvey Lerfelt 

LEVITT-WEINSTEIN BLASBERG RUBIN ZILBERT 

MEMORIAL CHAPELS & 

BETH DAVID MEMORIAL GARDENS

L’DOR V’DOR 

KEEPING TRADITIONS ALIVE 

WE HONOR 

JILL and BRIAN KOCH 


IN BELOVED MEMORY OF 

BERTA BEREZDIVIN PHILLIPS 

THE FAMILY OF 

PERRY PHILLIPS 

DEBORAH JOY PHILLIPS 

ANDREA & MARK SILVERMAN 

MATTHEW 

KEVIN 

RANDY & BEVERLY PHILLIPS 

JEREMY 

EMILY

Mazel Tov! 

Thank you for your dedication, commitment, and devotion to 

Beth Torah and the Jewish community. 

Your hard work is admirable and touches every aspect 

of everything both of you commit to. 

Lindsay Raphael 

1001 W. Yamato Road, Suite 401, Boca Raton, FL 33431 

561-961-0918 Direct | lindsay@raphaellawpa.com 

561-870-4079 Cell 

561-467-5857 Fax

Congratulations Jill & Brian on being honored for the 

outstanding work you have done for Beth Torah. 

Mazal tov and Kol HaKavod 

to our best friends Jill and Brian Koch! 

Everything you do is a blessing 

on your family and on your community. 

We are so happy to be able to be with you 

and celebrate all of your work at 

Beth Torah and in the community. 

With love and respect, 

Adi, Louis, Daniel, & Jonathan Reinstein

Mazel Tov and Congratulations to 

JILL AND BRIAN KOCH 

for this well-deserved honor! 

Thank you for your friendship, leadership and service! 

Love, Heather and Scott 

SCOTT B. ROBERTS, President 

First Southeast Mortgage Corporation 

(954) 920-9799 x 117 

scott@firstsoutheastmortgage.com 

FSEM nmls: 363293 SBR nmls: 334749

JILL LAUREN SUSS KOCH 

Thank you for your guidance, dedication and leadership 

during your many years of service. 

We know you didn’t do it alone, but you led the team. 

Caryn, Larry & Jeremy Schwartz 

lschwartzllc@gmail.com 

In Honor of 



Your dedication and commitment to Beth Torah will always 

be remembered by those who appreciated and respected you 

for giving your time and love to something you truly believed in. 

Mazel Tov to All 

G-d bless 

Love, 

Linda Shelley

A very special thank you to Bonnie and Brian 

for their positive impact on our community! 

Jill 

As you close one IMPRESSIVE chapter 

of your tremendous dedication and service to 

Social Action Team!! 

All our love and deepest gratitude, 

Helen, Gisela, Alison, Lili, Andrea, Ilanit and Marcia 

Congratulations Bonnie 

on this well-deserved recognition. 

Our community is definitely blessed to have you in it! 

With gratitude and appreciation, 

Tammy & Jorge Woldenberg

Thank you, Jill, for your 

dedication, commitment and 

leadership during a truly 

unpredicted term with obstacles 

no one could have predicted. 

So many amazing updates and 

changes are happening within 

the Beth Torah community 

and I’m so happy I was able 

to serve on your board. 

Nerissa Balland 

(and Eisenstadt Family) 


Jill & Brian 

Bonnie 

on your honoring at 

The Event 2022 

Mazal Tov! 

Uri Benhamron 

CONGRATULATIONS 

to the BEST "First Couple" 

Thank You for all you do 

for Our Beth Torah. 

You were exactly the right 

leaders for the needs we 

had over the past 2 years. 

Judy and Rich Berger

Carolyn’s Creationz 

We create 


Congratulations! 

A great honor and 

well deserved for 

your dedication and devotion to 


Synagogue. 

You celebrate 

www.carolynscreationz.com 

So proud!! 

Linda, Sam, Marcia and Richie 

JILL, BRIAN & BONNIE 

here's a rare and special quality in the way 

some people live— 

owever busy they may be they still have time 

to give. 

nything you ask or need, they’ll do their very 

best. 


to the 

Honorees 

o matter what the task is or how simple the 

request. 

indness just comes naturally to this rare and 

selfless few. 

pecial, giving people — people just like you! 

Bette Joy Field 

Herbert 

Goldberg

In Honor of my Grandson, 

Jared William Keil 

So Proud of my 

Purdue Boilermaker 

Mazel Tov to the 

Honorees 


& 


Thank you for all that you do 

for Beth Torah 

The Kleiner Family 

From his Savta 

Arlene Keil 

Stephanie, Marc, 

Isabel and Matthew 

Jill 

We are so proud of you 

and all you 

contribute to the 

community. 

Dana & Joshua Krut 

In Honor of 


and 


Thank you for your 

dedication and leadership 

Adrienne Lowy and Family

Mazel Tov to 



A dynamic Duo! 

Anne Mandelbaum 

and Family 

Jill, Brian and Bonnie!! 

Thank you for all the time 

and dedication you give 

to Beth Torah! 

A well-deserved recognition! 

The Marcovich Family 

Anne, Bob, 

Alex, Jonathan & Lily 


this years honorees 

Beth Torah Men's Club 

Arnie Schecter 

President

Thank you 


for all your contributions 

to the Jewish Community 

and Beth Torah. 

Mazel Tov! 

The Mosseri Family 

Maxene & Gene 

Posman 

congratulate and 

honor all who put 

time and effort into 

Beth Torah! 


to 


from 

Frank & Mary Reis

Mazel Tov, 

Jill and Brian! 

“The world stands on three things: on the Torah, 

on the service of God, and on acts of loving kindness.” 

Mishnah Masseekhet Avot 1:2 

Thank you 


Thank you for all 

that you do! 

For touching our lives in so many ways 

by your kindness and grace. 

You are a blessing to so many — including us! 

Stacy, Ben, Mason, Isaac, and Gabrielle Steinberg 

Oren, Marci, 

Jake, Sam, and Freddy 

Rosenthal 

“Let the good in me connect with the good in others, 

until the word is transformed 

through the compelling power of love.” 

Rabbi Nachman of Breslov 

Mazel Tov 

Jill, Brian, and Bonnie 

on this well-deserved honor. 

Your leadership and dedication 

to our community is inspiring, 

commendable and 

very much appreciated. 

May you go from 

strength to strength 

MI'KOACH L'KOACH 

With love and admiration, 

Elise & Ronny Udelson 

Mazel Tov to 

Beth Torah Honorees 



Drs. Diane and Stephen Wander

Congratulations Brian and Jill 

on your well-deserved honor! 

Your selfless dedication to our 

synagogue and community 

is truly appreciated. 

Heartfelt thank you, 

The Wigoda Family 

Jill, 

Thank you 

for your dedication and guidance 

during the term of your Presidency. 

You have taken us through the 

most trying of days to the new 

stability. 

All of Beth Torah’s 

accomplishments are a 

testament to your leadership. 

Yasher Koach! 

Leslie & Steven Willinger 


Your Gabbait & 

Baal Koreh 

Thank you 

to our 

Melissa Mandell & 

Alan Wolfson 

advertisers!

JILL & BRIAN 

Mazel Tov to all the 

much deserved honorees 

Mazel Tov to a great couple 

Tracey & Stephen Bascove 

Aileen & Eric Berger 

Mazel Tov 

Jill & Brian 

Bonnie 

Rita & Michael Butterman 

Thank you for all your 

hard work! 

All our best, 

Rachel, Thom, 

Rob & Collin 

Mazel Tov! 

The Elias Family 

Jill & Brian 

Mazel Tov 

and thank you for all you do 

Etta Birenbaum Epstein 

and Family 

Thank you for your much 

appreciated service to 

Beth Torah! 

Judy & Joel Feinman 

Lois Danis & Ron Rindler 

Mazel Tov 

Jill & Brian 

on this great honor and thank you 

for everything you do for our community. 

Love, 

Kara and Darren Friedman

Jill & Brian 

Mazel Tov! 

from 

GG, Linda, Todd, 

Sara, Tim and Rose 




Thank you for your 

service to the congregation 

on their well-deserved honors 

Nicole Johnson Pendergrass 

Ramsey & Henry Pevsner 



Thank you for all you did 

for our Beth Torah Family! 

Nadine & Sidney Pertnoy 

The Rascovsky Family 

Mazel Tov 

Jill & Brian 

With Admiration and Respect 

For Your Love and Devotion 

to Beth Torah 

Carla and James Spector 

Mazel tov to Jill & Brian! 

You have set an example 

for all of us! 

Laurie & Jonas Spector

Congratulations and 

best wishes on your 

accomplishments and 

all you do! 

Best, 

Carol Suss 

Congrats on the recognition 

for all of your hard work! 

Love, 

Randall & Kelly Vitale 

The Administrative Staff of 


wishes a heartfelt 

Mazel Tov and Congratulations to 



for all they have done for our Beth Torah 

and the Jewish community. 

Catalina Abello 

Ruth Brandt 

Lea Cohen 

Marla Cohen 

Michelle Glaser 

Sherry Krug 

Teri Smolken

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