December 2013
   Florence Lamb  December 09, 1922 -- Nov 28, 2013 
A  Tribute. 
It is with much emotion that we -- Florence's extended family of 12 years -- friends and neighbors at Lester Senior Community – join with her daughter Susan, son David, their families and friends to share our sadness, pay our respects and bid her a fond farewell. 
When Florence was born in Brooklyn almost 91 years ago, Florence {a derivative of flower, blossom] was most popular in the United States, between 1900 and 1940, it was in the top 100 names given to baby girls. President Warren and first lady Florence Harding occupied the Whitehouse. A loaf of bread cost 12 cents, and milk cost 33 cents for ½ gallon. 
Under the watchful eyes of Sam and Sadie Goldman, Florence thrived in a loving home on J Street Brooklyn, steeped in Jewish family tradition, chicken soup, schmaltz, stuffed cabbage and blintzes. She was four years old when the family welcomed baby Rita, whom Florence nurtured and cherished as a Princess. Throughout their long lives the sisters nourished that close bond, moving into LSH twelve years ago where they could visit and share each other's joys, sorrows and Simchas. 
Both girls excelled in academics, Florence was less interested in sports (that was Rita's specialty) and paid more attention to food, thus followed a career in nutrition. She attended NYU (New York University) graduating with a degree in Nutritional Sciences. Florence and Madeline (later Africk), graduated in the same class at NYU. Florence's concern for the nutritional needs of growing children led her to the position of Supervisor in the Department of Education's School Lunch Program. 
Later in life Florence attended adult classes at Brooklyn College, where she became acquainted with Stella, (later Duetsch) Stella grew up on Q Street Brooklyn. Was it bashert that decades later all would meet up again here at LSH (Lester Senior Community)? Florence, her dear (deceased) husband Morris accompanied by Florence's sister Rita Gogel were among the original settlers. Madeline says, “It was great to hear that Florence was living at Lester, and exciting to see each other again after thirty seven years.”      
 As a Board member, Florence shared her wealth of nutritional knowledge with the dietary department to benefit the community. The Lambs immediately became dynamic participants in Synagogue affairs: regularly attending services, interacting with the Chaplaincy Committee, devoting time and attentions to religious requirements. Also smoothing the path of newcomers, neighbor Leah recalls, “When I came Florence was so kind and helped me to adjust to this new way of life.”                                                                                                                                                                       I too was blessed with Florence's caring neighborliness, when I'd return from a trip she'd greet me with, “I'm happy to see you home safe and sound.” Thoughtfully adding, “Do you have something for lunch, let me know if there is anything you need.”
Truly family oriented It's apparent that she has passed down the food and nurture genes to her descendants, kvelling when her granddaughter joined the staff of West Orange Bake Shop -on Pleasant Valley Way and equally proud of grandson who operates Etc. Glatt Kosher restaurant in Teaneck. In turn, Florence cradled each of those gorgeous great grandchildren into her loving arms, welcoming them to the world.  
Always a book in hand, Florence enjoyed reading, plus the thrice weekly Canasta game, partnered with Henry, Millie, Pollyann or Ruth W, stockpiling and making sets for a lively game. Her seat at the card table will be hard to fill.  
The evening meal at Lester marks a social component of our daily life. It's not only a time to savor the soup and pick apart the chicken wings, it's an opportunity to tell the latest news, kibitz, and yes kvetch a little. Florence's dining companions, Arline, Harriet N, Madeline and Rita, will sorely miss her sense of humor, warm personality and wisdom at their table.   
As we extend our sincere sympathies we can assure Florence's loving family that she will always have a special place in our memories. 
“Flowers... are a proud assertion that a ray of beauty outvalues all the utilities of the world.” Ralph Waldo Emerson 
                                                   Written by E. Anne Lipman LSH resident.

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Florence Lamb

December 9, 1922 – November 28, 2013

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