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Pittsburgh synagogue shooting trial

On Oct. 27, 2018, Robert Bowers, 50, of Baldwin, entered a Squirrel Hill synagogue during Shabbat services, armed with four firearms — including an AR-15. He killed 11 people there to worship and wounded two more. Five responding police officers were also injured. Following a gunfight, Bowers was wounded and taken into custody. A jury found him guilty, determined that he had the required intent to kill, and ruled in favor of the death penalty. He was sentenced to death on Aug. 3.

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Remembering the lives lost

  • Melvin Wax, 87

     

    Melvin Wax, 87, was devoted to his grandson, Matthew Kart, and New Light Congregation. He was a punctual and cheerful jokester who was passionate about his faith and the Pittsburgh Pirates. Read more about Melvin here.

  • Joyce Fienberg, 75

     

    Joyce Fienberg, 75, traveled the world during her lifetime, but she couldn’t dream of living anywhere other than her beloved Pittsburgh. Her family recalled her as a dedicated attendee at Tree of Life who always put others’ needs ahead of her own. Read more about Joyce here.

  • Cecil Rosenthal, 59

     

    Cecil Rosenthal, 59, was a neighborhood socialite with an ear for the latest news and was a greeter at Tree of Life. He was active with the Pittsburgh chapter of Best Buddies, which provides friendship and inclusion for people with disabilities. Read more about Cecil here.

  • David Rosenthal, 54

     

    David Rosenthal, 54, was reserved and hard-working, but he always loved to share a good joke or compliment. He also was meticulous about arranging prayer books and shawls. Read more about David here.

  • Richard Gottfried, 65

     

    Richard Gottfried, 65, was a devoted dentist who started a practice with his wife, like Gottfried a graduate of Pitt’s dental school. He was a member of the New Light Congregation and was planning for retirement. Read more about Richard here.

  • Rose Mallinger, 97

     

    Rose Mallinger, 97, was sharp and witty and watched over the Squirrel Hill neighborhood from the porch of her home on Ferree Street. She walked everywhere she could and is said to have made the best Jello. Read more about Rose here.

  • Dr. Jerry Rabinowitz, 66

     

    Dr. Jerry Rabinowitz, 66, practiced family medicine in Pittsburgh’s Bloomfield neighborhood and was known for his glowing smile and signature bow ties. He was admired by many. Read more about Jerry here.

  • Sylvan Simon, 86

     

    Sylvan Simon, 86, was a military veteran and retired accountant. He would let his granddaughter style his hair during sleepovers. He and his wife, Bernice, were described as having never missed a Shabbat service. Read more about Sylvan here.

  • Bernice Simon, 84

     

    Bernice Simon, 84, a former nurse, accompanied her daughter on Costco trips. They loved trying the samples. She and her husband, Sylvan, were described as having never missed a Shabbat service. Read more about Bernice here.

  • Daniel Stein, 71

     

    Daniel Stein, 71, was remembered as a kind soul who was always willing to lend a hand. He was a longtime member of New Light, served as its president for a time and even filled in to lead services. Read more about Daniel here.

  • Irving Younger, 69

     

    Irving Younger, 69, could have been the mayor of Squirrel Hill, according to friends and family. He loved his children and grandson, and he often could be found greeting worshippers at Tree of Life. Read more about Irving here.