Born and raised in Bensonhurst, Brooklyn, she lived in Canarsie until she and Marty began a new chapter in Monroe Township 15 years ago.
Daughter of the late Alan and Rosalyn Goodman, she is survived by her loving husband of 54 years, Marty; her adored children Felicia Gell and her husband Paul of Warwick, NY and Brian Lipchik and his wife Janine of Old Bethpage, NY, and her four cherished grandchildren, Ava and Helena Gell, and Alexandra and Matthew Lipchik.
Jennifer was a woman of many passions. To name a few she enjoyed being part of Hadassah, Red Hats, playing Mahjong, spending time in Florida, attending various shows, reading books, and continuing her education.
Jennifer was a natural born educator. She earned her Bachelor’s and Master's Degrees from Brooklyn College. She touched and inspired many children’s lives as a teacher at PS 230 in Brooklyn. Her work didn’t end when the school day did. She was devoted to passing down her legacy to her children and grandchildren through her writing poetry and teachings. Even after retirement, she shared her passion for books and writing by volunteering at an elementary school in New Jersey for several years. She will be deeply missed by her friends, family, and all who knew her.
Funeral services will be held on Monday, December 16th at 11 AM at Bloomfield Cooper Jewish Chapels, 44 Wilson Avenue, Manalapan, NJ followed by entombment at Mount Sinai Mausoleum, Morganville NJ.
Shiva will be observed at the family’s residence on Monday immediately following the services until 9 PM and on Tuesday from 1 PM - 9 PM, as well as Brian and Janine’s home on Wednesday, December 18th from 3-9 pm.
As Jennifer had enduring love for her students, yet recently suffered through this debilitating disease, memorial contributions may be made to Penn State Dance Marathon. THON is a student-run philanthropy committed to enhancing the lives of children and families impacted by childhood cancer. Their mission is to provide emotional and financial support, spread awareness and ensure funding for critical research - all in pursuit of a cure. Checks can be made out to Penn State Dance Marathon with “Alex Lipchik and Allison Orkin Org 2576” in the memo and be sent to: 227D Hetzel Union Building, University Park, PA 16802
