SYDNEY BERCOVICH Z'L

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SYDNEY BERCOVICH Z'L 1933-2016 It is with profound sadness we announce the passing of Sydney Bercovich at the age of 83, on Sunday, June 12, 2016. Sydney is survived by his loving daughters, Haley Sue Bercovich, Michele Bercovich-Love (Marshall); and his adoring grandsons, Jacob and Matthew Love. He is also survived by his dedicated companion, Clarice Silver; and mother of his children, Barbara Bercovich. Sydney was predeceased by his parents, Tillie and Moses Bercovich z'l; mother-in-law Sadie Moss z'l; and son-in-law Michael Ronnie Stone z'l. Sydney was an only child who had a very close relationship with his brothers and sisters-in-law, Arnie and Lillian Moss (Aaron and Marly), and Arnie and Sandy Slotin (Geoffrey, Michelle and Morgan; Tracy and Amit). Sydney was a loving husband, father, grandfather, uncle, cousin and friend. He also shared a loving bond with all of his cousins, whom he loved dearly. The funeral was held Wednesday, June 15 at Etz Chayim Synagogue, with interment at Shaarey Zedek Cemetery. Pallbearers were: Jacob and Mathew Love, Arnie and Aaron Moss, Geoffrey Slotin, and Mark Latowsky. Sydney is buried next to his mother-in-law, Sadie Moss. The two shared a very special relationship throughout the years. When Sadie entered the Simkin Centre, he would come frequently to visit her and she would beam at him. He also shared a 50 plus year relationship with his brother-in-law Arnie Moss, whom he cherished. Sydney attended Etz Chayim Synagogue most Shabbos mornings. He also helped to make a minyan every Tuesday morning. In the summertime Sydney and his cronies would head out to the Winnipeg Beach Shul, which he enjoyed very much. Sydney had a very successful 33 year career with London Life, where he won many awards for his accomplishments. Sydney loved the law. He was well known at the courts, where they referred to him as the "13th juror". For Sydney's 79th birthday, he was honoured at the Rady JCC Sports Dinner, where he was inducted into the Rady JCC Sports Hall of Fame for being a "winning soccer goalie". His picture hangs on the wall at the Rady JCC. From the time Sydney turned 75 he announced that he would be having a second bar mitzvah. A month before his passing, he celebrated with family and friends this joyous occasion. When asked what his favourite part of the morning wasSydney responded, "Just to be here." Sydney had a beautiful and complete life. Where he found his greatest joy was in being a zaida to his two adoring grandsons. He was also very proud of both his daughter's accomplishments. God has you in his keeping, We have you in our heart. To remember you is easy, We do it every day. It's just the pain of losing you that never goes away. Our family wishes to thank the wonderful, caring staff at the Health Science Centre. Donations can be made in memory of Sydney Bercovich at Israel Cancer Research. Sydney, your warm good nature and unconditional love will always be remembered. You will live in our hearts forever.

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Aug 20, 2016