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In Memory of Terry Polaner

Created by Ruth Miller

Ruth Miller

July 1,2024

It now marks a year since my mom has past away. This past spring Howie and I, while on a JNF volunteer mission in Israel, were fortunate enough to visit ADI Negev, Nahalat Erin. Last year we asked donations in her memory be directed to this very special community. Lucky for us, we were able to see first hand the impressive work firsthand during our tour. So many things impressed us. We toured classrooms where children received individual programs specifically catered to their needs. The motor sensory gardens and playgrounds were designed with great care as well as a horse therapy area that goes way beyond simply riding. As students age out of school they are given the opportunity to work, live and receive a salary at ADI Negev. All the landscaping and farm work is done by these special individuals. Additionally there is a large rehabilitation facility that is not only helping residents but is now caring for the many soldiers and civilians who are in need of rehabilitation. I was personally moved with the integrated kindergarten program. Here children from the surrounding community share playground space with the ADI Negev children. My mom would have loved this. Initially community families were hesitant but soon learned the benefit of this integrated approach to their own families. Currently there is a waitlist. AdI Negev is expanding. Besides building homes that will all be handicapped acessible, they are building a new Children's Center Complex that will have 8 Kindergarten classrooms, 5 playgrounds, a Special Educations classroom and Physiotherapy room, and treatment room. We have decided to pledge one of these kindergarten rooms. A plaque with the inscription "in memory of Terry Polaner" will be outside one classroom. We know that there is nothing my mom would have wanted more than a kindergarten classroom in Israel.

If you are interested in helping ADI Negev in other ways please make a donation. We will ensure these additional donations will be used in a way that will honor my mom in a way that will honor her legacy.



June 16, 2023

Please help us support Jewish National Fund by making a contribution in memory of our mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, Terry Polaner.

All funds will be designated to ADI Negev, Nahalat Eran, a 25-acre, state-of-the-art rehabilitative village in Israel’s Negev Desert that offers unparalleled care for people with severe disabilities, empowering residents and outpatients to reach their potential for communication and development while providing thousands of jobs to area residents.

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Lesley & Stan Weilgus$50
In memory of Terry Polaner, her beautiful legacy and for having been a loving presence in our children’s lives. May her memory always be for a blessing.
Shari-Lynn Odzer$50
We just learned of Terry’s passing. So sorry for the loss to your family. She was always so wonderful to us and our children…smart, witty, supportive and fiercely proud of her kids and grandkids! So tough to lose a parent. May her memory give you all comfort.
Randi Roxin Framson$180
I’m memory of my dear Aunt Terry who embraced my daughters and me as her own. May her memory be a blessing to us all.
Cathy Stein$50
So sorry to learn of Terry’s passing. She was a lovely lady.
Doris Wise$100
May your family feel Terry’s love and light always. Her heart was full of kindness and wisdom. We shared a wonderful,caring friendship that was an important part of my life and heart for over 50 years. I will miss her and always treasure the memories.
Nancy Larralde$50
My sincere sympathy at the loss of your mother. It was always nice to hear about her visits to LBI! She certainly lived a very full life!
Helene & Mo Azose$25
In memory of Terry Polaner
Risa and Ron Greenberg$36
We are so sorry for your loss.
Donna DiSpirito/Michael Wise$50
We rejoice in Terry's life and that she was very much a part of our family. We have wonderful memories of her coming to Marblehead for the 4th of July.
Carolyn Fox$25
Terry was warm, funny and vibrant. She will be greatly missed. Carolyn Wise Fox
Robin and Greg Thompson$36
Thinking of all of the Millers during this difficult time. Love, Robin and Greg
Barbara Potashkin$100
Deepest condolences to the family and to her many friends. She was a very loving and caring person, and involved with all of us. A very special woman whom I will miss so very much. And who had become a large part of my life. I will miss her dearly… with much love… Barbara
Nick Meserve$40
Heather Westendarp$108
Barry Oppenheim$100
May Terry's memory always be for a blessing.
Vanessa Ripps$36
May Terry Polaner's memory be for a blessing
Suzanne & Gadi Ben-Menachem$50
Toby August$18
Terry was a lovely person and certainly will be missed my many.
Gayle and Bob Stein$25
May Terry Polaner's Memory Be for a Blessing. Sending our Sincere Condolences to The Miller Family.
Barbara Nemroff$100
Amanda Nessel$36
Sending my condolences and lots of love to the Miller family. From everything I've heard, it seems she was a very special woman!
SHELLEY GREENWALD$25
Terry was a special part of my childhood and a wonderful friend to my mother. My sincerest condolences on your loss.
Amy Zebala$100
Mark Rieger$180
Jonny, Elise, Nora, and Lea$180
In memory of our beloved Grandma Terry. Her love of family, friends, community and Israel permeated every moment of her life, and we are forever grateful to have had the years we did with her.
Julie August$180
In memory of my beloved Aunt. May her memory always be a blessing to our entire family.
Arielle Hay$36
Phyllis and Stephen Lishnoff$25
In Memory of you beloved mother. Our thoughts are with you all.
Cynthia Tarantino$25
Dear Ruth, Howie and family, My heartfelt condolences for the passing of your mother. Sending blessings that your fond memories of her give you comfort and the support of family and friends fill you with strength. With love, Cynthia
Arlene Silverman$100
Our sincere condolences on the passing of your family’s matriarch. Terry was such a warm and welcoming addition to the Rosh Hashonah dinners we shared with you. May her memory be a blessing.
Bebe Silberzweig$180
We are so sorry to hear of the passing of Terry. We know how loved she was by all of you. May her memory be a blessing ❤️ Bebe Barrie Barry and Britton
Marcia Zaccaria$500
In honor of Terry’s youngest daughter and my niece Ruth Marcy Polaner Miller who dedicated herself to ensuring her Mom’s last years were happy, safe, and fulfilling.
Molly Fitzwilliam$50
Think of all laughs you shared. Sending lots of love.
Brooke Duskin$18
Koty Marine$25
Thinking of you Jerri and your fam! Love you.
Jessica Fuchs$18
Michelle Gooel$18
Karen Goldman$100
Sending condolences and love to Terry's entire family.
Dr. and Mrs. Douglas K. Wyler and Family$100
Terry was very special to all of us. I felt especially blessed to have had her and her family in my life for so many years. She was always very generous in giving her love and caring . We will never forget her.
Lindsey Schwartz$36
I have such happy memories of Mrs. Polaner tutoring me as a child. She taught me so much and she was so loved! Sending love to the whole family.
Michael Greenberg$100
In memory of your mom ❤️
Gabi Wolberger$72
Mrs. Polaner was such a big part of my childhood and I have the most fond memories of her. The patience she had with me for over ten years and the way she coached me as a student went well beyond what a tutor does for their students. In recent years, I’ve had incredible conversations with her about world event, Jewish traditions, career choices, and family. She really was someone I always felt close to and I will cherish my memories with her forever. She will be very missed by me and my family.
Carol Nussbaum$50
Sincere condolences for the passing of your beloved mother, mother-in-law, and grandmother Terry Polaner.
Shirley Hausman$100
I was fortunate to have had Terry as my dear and loving friend and Wish her family strength to overcome their sorrow.
Dani Wolberger$100
Mrs. Polaner empowered young girls to do whatever they wanted. I’m not sure there’s a better message to send. Her voice will always live on within me
David Reese$100
Our sincere condolences for the passing of Terry Polaner. We love you, Jackie, and extend our thoughts and prayers to you and your family. Your WGAC family & the US SC Team.
Lesley & Stan Weilgus$50
In memory of Terry Polaner, her beautiful legacy and for having been a loving presence in our children’s lives. May her memory always be for a blessing.
Shari-Lynn Odzer$50
We just learned of Terry’s passing. So sorry for the loss to your family. She was always so wonderful to us and our children…smart, witty, supportive and fiercely proud of her kids and grandkids! So tough to lose a parent. May her memory give you all comfort.
Randi Roxin Framson$180
I’m memory of my dear Aunt Terry who embraced my daughters and me as her own. May her memory be a blessing to us all.
Cathy Stein$50
So sorry to learn of Terry’s passing. She was a lovely lady.
Doris Wise$100
May your family feel Terry’s love and light always. Her heart was full of kindness and wisdom. We shared a wonderful,caring friendship that was an important part of my life and heart for over 50 years. I will miss her and always treasure the memories.
Nancy Larralde$50
My sincere sympathy at the loss of your mother. It was always nice to hear about her visits to LBI! She certainly lived a very full life!
Helene & Mo Azose$25
In memory of Terry Polaner
Risa and Ron Greenberg$36
We are so sorry for your loss.
Donna DiSpirito/Michael Wise$50
We rejoice in Terry's life and that she was very much a part of our family. We have wonderful memories of her coming to Marblehead for the 4th of July.
Carolyn Fox$25
Terry was warm, funny and vibrant. She will be greatly missed. Carolyn Wise Fox
Robin and Greg Thompson$36
Thinking of all of the Millers during this difficult time. Love, Robin and Greg
Barbara Potashkin$100
Deepest condolences to the family and to her many friends. She was a very loving and caring person, and involved with all of us. A very special woman whom I will miss so very much. And who had become a large part of my life. I will miss her dearly… with much love… Barbara
Nick Meserve$40
Heather Westendarp$108
Barry Oppenheim$100
May Terry's memory always be for a blessing.
Vanessa Ripps$36
May Terry Polaner's memory be for a blessing
Suzanne & Gadi Ben-Menachem$50
Toby August$18
Terry was a lovely person and certainly will be missed my many.
Gayle and Bob Stein$25
May Terry Polaner's Memory Be for a Blessing. Sending our Sincere Condolences to The Miller Family.
Barbara Nemroff$100
Amanda Nessel$36
Sending my condolences and lots of love to the Miller family. From everything I've heard, it seems she was a very special woman!
SHELLEY GREENWALD$25
Terry was a special part of my childhood and a wonderful friend to my mother. My sincerest condolences on your loss.
Amy Zebala$100
Mark Rieger$180
Jonny, Elise, Nora, and Lea$180
In memory of our beloved Grandma Terry. Her love of family, friends, community and Israel permeated every moment of her life, and we are forever grateful to have had the years we did with her.
Julie August$180
In memory of my beloved Aunt. May her memory always be a blessing to our entire family.
Arielle Hay$36
Phyllis and Stephen Lishnoff$25
In Memory of you beloved mother. Our thoughts are with you all.
Cynthia Tarantino$25
Dear Ruth, Howie and family, My heartfelt condolences for the passing of your mother. Sending blessings that your fond memories of her give you comfort and the support of family and friends fill you with strength. With love, Cynthia
Arlene Silverman$100
Our sincere condolences on the passing of your family’s matriarch. Terry was such a warm and welcoming addition to the Rosh Hashonah dinners we shared with you. May her memory be a blessing.
Bebe Silberzweig$180
We are so sorry to hear of the passing of Terry. We know how loved she was by all of you. May her memory be a blessing ❤️ Bebe Barrie Barry and Britton
Marcia Zaccaria$500
In honor of Terry’s youngest daughter and my niece Ruth Marcy Polaner Miller who dedicated herself to ensuring her Mom’s last years were happy, safe, and fulfilling.
Molly Fitzwilliam$50
Think of all laughs you shared. Sending lots of love.
Brooke Duskin$18
Koty Marine$25
Thinking of you Jerri and your fam! Love you.
Jessica Fuchs$18
Michelle Gooel$18
Karen Goldman$100
Sending condolences and love to Terry's entire family.
Dr. and Mrs. Douglas K. Wyler and Family$100
Terry was very special to all of us. I felt especially blessed to have had her and her family in my life for so many years. She was always very generous in giving her love and caring . We will never forget her.
Lindsey Schwartz$36
I have such happy memories of Mrs. Polaner tutoring me as a child. She taught me so much and she was so loved! Sending love to the whole family.
Michael Greenberg$100
In memory of your mom ❤️
Gabi Wolberger$72
Mrs. Polaner was such a big part of my childhood and I have the most fond memories of her. The patience she had with me for over ten years and the way she coached me as a student went well beyond what a tutor does for their students. In recent years, I’ve had incredible conversations with her about world event, Jewish traditions, career choices, and family. She really was someone I always felt close to and I will cherish my memories with her forever. She will be very missed by me and my family.
Carol Nussbaum$50
Sincere condolences for the passing of your beloved mother, mother-in-law, and grandmother Terry Polaner.
Shirley Hausman$100
I was fortunate to have had Terry as my dear and loving friend and Wish her family strength to overcome their sorrow.
Dani Wolberger$100
Mrs. Polaner empowered young girls to do whatever they wanted. I’m not sure there’s a better message to send. Her voice will always live on within me
David Reese$100
Our sincere condolences for the passing of Terry Polaner. We love you, Jackie, and extend our thoughts and prayers to you and your family. Your WGAC family & the US SC Team.