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Rabbi Pauline Tamari, 74, of Woodstock, NY peacefully passed away Thursday, May 27, 2021, surrounded by her family.Born June 16, 1946 in Brooklyn, NY she was a daughter of the late Morris Lipson and Dorothy Newman Lipson of Delray Beach, FL. She graduated from Yeshiva Rambam and Lawrence High School, and went on to receive her doctorate in Speech and Language. She taught at Queens College and Columbia University and was Executive... see moreRabbi Pauline Tamari, 74, of Woodstock, NY peacefully passed away Thursday, May 27, 2021, surrounded by her family.
Born June 16, 1946 in Brooklyn, NY she was a daughter of the late Morris Lipson and Dorothy Newman Lipson of Delray Beach, FL. She graduated from Yeshiva Rambam and Lawrence High School, and went on to receive her doctorate in Speech and Language. She taught at Queens College and Columbia University and was Executive Director of Starting Early, an early intervention program for children. She pioneered model programs for autistic toddlers and preschoolers and for medically fragile babies. She was founder and president of Early Childhood Resources where she developed "Bright Babies", a curriculum for children from birth to age three. Rabbi Pauline was ordained as a Rabbi in 2020 and provided leadership in a variety of chavurot. She developed programs for Spiritual Parenting and Nurturing Spirituality in young children and served at the Woodstock Jewish Congregation and Temple Israel of Catskill in NY. She was a writer, liturgist, activist and teacher, and truly lived to help others. Rabbi Pauline was a passionate, spiritual, fierce and bright flame that has ignited many. In addition to her mother, Rabbi Pauline is survived by her children, Ari, Rachel, Raphael and Jeremy Tamari, and Dawit Weldegabriel, her brother Michael Lipson, her sister Roberta Lipson, grandchildren Kaylee, Aiden, Leah, Stella, Moshe, Mende, Malka, Bellatrix, Cassius and Ruby. Rabbi Pauline was also predeceased by her beloved dog Mizeh.
A funeral service was held at Woodstock Jewish congregation with Rabbi Jonathan Kligler officiating. Interment followed in Montrepose Cemetery.
Donations in Pauline Tamari's name to the following organizations that were very dear to her heart would be an honor:
Online condolences may be left for the family of Rabbi Pauline on our "Gathering Us" memorial page or mailed to Rachel Tamari 945 Mill Creek Dr. Palm Bch Gardens, FL 33410
Pauline was always thoughtful and kind, compassionate and clear in her convictions — a sharp mind and a soft heart. Such a loss for the community and the world.
Zecher tzaddik livrachah. May the memory of the righteous... moreOy... Baruch Dayan haEmet.
Pauline was always thoughtful and kind, compassionate and clear in her convictions — a sharp mind and a soft heart. Such a loss for the community and the world.
Zecher tzaddik livrachah. May the memory of the righteous always be for a blessing. less
Still struggling to believe my dear little/big sister from DLTI has left so soon. I'm grateful for all the time I had with her as students, colleagues, and friends. My heart goes out to all who loved Reb Pauline. Thank you Rachel and all of your family... moreStill struggling to believe my dear little/big sister from DLTI has left so soon. I'm grateful for all the time I had with her as students, colleagues, and friends. My heart goes out to all who loved Reb Pauline. Thank you Rachel and all of your family for sharing so beautifully at your mom's funeral. May those sweet memories bless all your days and bring you comfort in your grief. 💞 less
Rabbi Pauline Tamari, 74, of Woodstock, NY peacefully passed away Thursday, May 27, 2021, surrounded by her family.
Born June 16, 1946 in Brooklyn NY, she was a daughter of the late Morris Lipson & Dorothy Newman Lipson of Delray Bch, FL. She graduated... moreRabbi Pauline Tamari, 74, of Woodstock, NY peacefully passed away Thursday, May 27, 2021, surrounded by her family.
Born June 16, 1946 in Brooklyn NY, she was a daughter of the late Morris Lipson & Dorothy Newman Lipson of Delray Bch, FL. She graduated from Yeshiva Rambam and Lawrence High School, and received her doctorate in Speech and Language Pathology. She taught at Queens College and Columbia University and was Executive Director of Starting Early, an early intervention program for children. She pioneered model programs for autistic toddlers and preschoolers and for medically fragile babies. She was founder and president of Early Childhood Resources where she developed “Bright Babies,” a curriculum for children from birth to age three. Rabbi Pauline was ordained as a Rabbi in 2020 and provided leadership in a variety of chavurot. She developed programs for Spiritual Parenting and Nurturing Spirituality in Young Children and served at the Woodstock Jewish Congregation and Temple Israel in NY. She was a writer, liturgist, activist and teacher, and truly lived to help others. Rabbi Pauline was a passionate, spiritual, fierce and bright flame that has ignited many.
In addition to her mother, Rabbi Pauline is survived by her children, Ari Tamari, Rachel Tamari, Raphael Tamari, Jeremy Tamari and Dawit Weldegebriel, her brother, Michael Lipson, her sister, Roberta Lipson, grandchildren, Kaylee, Leah, Stella, Moshe, Mende, Bellatrix, Aiden, Cassius, Malka and Ruby. Pauline was also predeceased by her beloved dog, Mizeh.
A Funeral Service was held at the Woodstock Jewish Congregation with Rabbi Jonathan Kligler, officiating. Interment followed in Montrepose Cemetery.
Donations in Pauline Tamari’s name to the following organizations that were very dear to her heart would be an honor:
Woodstock Jewish Congregation- 1682 Glasco Tnpk. Woodstock, NY 12498 (wjcshul.org)
Temple Israel of Catskill- 220 Spring St. Catskill, NY 12414 (templeisraelofcatskill.org)
Aleph: Alliance for Jewish Renewal- PO Box 35118 Philadelphia, PA 19128 (aleph.org)
Shalom Center- Yerusha- 6711 Lincoln Dr. Philadelphia, PA 19119 (yerusha.org)
Online condolences may be left for the family of Pauline by visiting www.gatheringus.com or may be mailed to Rachel Tamari 945 Mill Creek Dr. Palm Bch Gardens, FL 33410 less