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50
th
YGW Banquet
Celebrating the Living Legacy of
our Founder and Rosh HaYeshiva
Rabbi Gedaliah Anemer, zt”l
Mrs. Sima Jacoby
Akeres HaBayis Award
Sunday, January 12, 2014 | 12 Shevat 5774
50
th
YGW Banquet
Sunday, January 12, 2014 | 12 Shevat 5774
Celebrating the Living Legacy of
our Founder and Rosh HaYeshiva
Mrs. Sima Jacoby
Yeshiva of Greater Washington | 50th Annual Banquet | January 12, 2014 | 12 Shevat 5774
Boys Division
Girls Division
Wolford and Dollye Berman Bulding
Yeshiva of Greater Washington
Since its inception in 1964, the Yeshiva of
Greater Washington (YGW) has been instrumental in the rapid development of Jewish
education in the Greater Washington community. What was once considered unusual
or unnecessary is now recognized as a vital
part in the development of one’s Jewish identity. YGW’s educational philosophy has always stressed commitment to study, character development, personal spiritual growth,
and community involvement. Students are
taught tolerance and respect for parents,
teachers, and fellow human beings. Our
young men and women develop a strong
sense of personal discipline through comprehensive study of the entire corpus of Jewish
classical texts.
prominent positions in varied religious and
secular fields and are active leaders of their
communities.
YGW consists of separate divisions for boys
and girls in grades Grades 7 through 12. In
1995 the Yeshiva Gedolah Division was inaugurated. It offers advanced college-level
Talmudic studies. The Maryland Higher
Education Committee authorized YGW to
award degrees in Talmudic Law beginning
in 1998, and the school gained federal accreditation in 1999. Our graduates occupy
YGW receives its financial support through
tuition, annual subvention by the United
Jewish Federation of Greater Washington,
and the generosity of the community. Faced
with constantly rising costs, YGW is especially grateful to its many supporters who
express their solidarity with our mission by
their continued financial support.
As we celebrate our 50th year, the board of
directors, led by our president, Mr. Louis
Mayberg, has joined Headmaster Rabbi
Yitzchok Merkin in the implementation of
a progressive reassessment and revitalization
of our educational program. The results have
been notable, with renewed energy and enthusiasm across the board at all educational
divisions. Continued attention to facility
development and maintenance enable our
educational programs to find a proper setting as we assess future needs and plan for an
expanded campus in the future.
Our Leadership
Educational Leadership
Rabbi Yitzchok Merkin
Rabbi Aaron Lopiansky
Rabbi Zev Katz
Rabbi Dovid Katzenstein
Mrs. Sima Jacoby
Mr. Kevin Andersen
Rabbi Yosef Furman
Rabbi Amram Hes
Headmaster
Principal, Secular Studies
Dean of Girls
Rosh Yeshiva
Yeshiva Gedolah
Principal, Secular Studies
Boys Division
Menahel, Girls Division
Vice Principal, Girls Division
Menahel, Boys Division
Vice Principal, Boys Division
Administrative Leadership
Mr. Daniel Ely
Executive Director
Mr. Leon Seemann
Chief Operating Officer
Board of Directors
Louis Mayberg
President
Dr. Michael J. Elman
VP for Girls School
Dr. Marcel Reischer
VP for Boys School & YG
Dr. Marc Azran
Secretary
Harry Eisenberg
Treasurer
Board:
Mr. Dennis Berman
Mr. Jeffrey Cohen
Mrs. Chani Feldman
Mr. Sam Garfield
Dr. Jerry Hawk
Dr. Jared Hershenson
Mr. Daniel Jacoby
Dr. Michael Levine
Mrs. Jodi Mailman
Mrs. Manette Mayberg
Mr. Nicolas Muzin
Mr. Adam Segal
Mr. Shlomo Spetner
Mr. Todd Sukol
Mr. Pinchas Werner
Mr. Abe Zwany
Recognizing our Lay leadership
As we celebrate our Yovel Year, the YGW family would like to express our hakaras
hatov to all those who have and continue to serve in a volunteer capacity. We
would especially like to acknowledge those who have taken on the responsibility
of leading the Yeshiva of Greater Washington as president of the board of
directors.
Dr. Lee Spetner
Professor Gilbert J. Ginsburg
Mr. Daniel Jacoby
Mr. Joel Davis
Mr. Larry Schindler
Mr. Ronald Lipman, a”h
Mr. Judah Lifschitz, Esq.
Rabbi Mel Rishe, a”h
Mr. Jack Abramoff
Mr. Jeffrey Cohen
Mr. Harry Eisenberg
Mr. Louis Mayberg
Celebrating our
50th Year
Our Founder and Rosh HaYeshiva
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Rabbi Gedaliah Anemer was born in Akron, OH
on March 19, 1932. His parents, Zev and Rivkah
Anemer, were deeply committed Jews who strove
to raise their family in the traditional way of Torah. Mr. Anemer died at a young age, leaving
Gedaliah an orphan at the age of 7. His mother
moved heaven and earth to support her three
children. A major turning point in Rabbi Anemer’s life came when Rabbi Chaim Graineman,
the brother-in-law of the Chazon Ish, came
through Akron raising funds for the fledgling
Torah community in Israel. Impressed by the
young boy’s abilities, he advised Mrs. Anemer
to send her young son to New York so that he could
continue to grow in his Torah study. Rabbi Anemer arrived in New York at the
age of 9, where he attended Yeshiva Tiferes Yerushalayim. He frequented the
home of the yeshiva’s revered leader of the generation, Rabbi Moshe Feinstein
zt”l, growing up together with the Feinstein boys, Reuvein and Dovid, who are
today noted Roshei Yeshiva. A few years later, wanting to be closer to home,
he entered the Telshe Yeshiva in Cleveland, Ohio. It was there that he developed his abilities under the tutelage
of Rabbi Elya Meir Bloch and Rabbi Chaim Mordechai Katz, great
scholars who had escaped the
Holocaust and re-established the
Telshe Yeshiva in Cleveland. Rabbi
Anemer had a lifelong connection
to Telshe, and considered Rabbi
Bloch to be his rebbe muvhak, his
foremost mentor and guide.
Rabbi Anemer moved to Washington to become the Rabbi of what is now YISE in 1957.
He was by then an elite scholar and acknowledged as an expert in all areas of Shas and
Shulchan Aruch. Indeed Rabbi Mordechai
Gifter, the legendary Telshe Rosh HaYeshiva
who followed Rabbi Bloch and Rabbi Katz,
declared later in life that Rabbi Anemer was
the finest talmid that the Telshe
Yeshiva produced in America.
The community he joined in the
District was composed of scientists, doctors, and other highly
educated people, who sought a
rabbi with the intellectual capacity and dynamism to motivate,
guide, and build a community
that could grow and prosper.
With changing demographics in
“old Washington,” Rabbi Anemer had the foresight to relocate the congregation
to Silver Spring and the seeds of what was to become the Silver Spring Jewish
community as we now know it were thus planted.
Rabbi Anemer was a dynamic orator and a master educator, who
spiritually and intellectually guided the lives of many people with
his sermons and shiurim in all of
Tanach, Gemora, and Halacha. His
sage advice was often sought allowing him to forge deep relationcontinued on the next page
ships with many people throughout the Greater
Washington community. Despite his erudition,
he was able to relate to everyone. A common
refrain among the many who knew him in their
youth, from all walks of life, is the enormous
warmth, friendship, and love that he showered
on them. In addition to his duties as rabbi, he
also oversaw many aspects of the community’s
religious functions such as Kashrus, Gittin,
and the Eruv, and was recognized worldwide
for his expertise
in these areas.
In 1963 he founded the Yeshiva High School
of Greater Washington, then consisting of a high
school with separate divisions for boys and girls.
Inspired by his vision, the congregants of his shul
and other local lay and rabbinic leaders served as
a base for the huge effort needed to get the school
going. Rabbi Anemer, often accompanied by Rabbi
Avrom Landesman, a Yeshiva supporter and longtime noted activist for Torah
causes throughout the area, would literally ‘recruit’ each student one by one as
the fledgling institution sought to get off the ground. In 1966, Rabbi Anemer
was appointed Rosh HaYeshiva by the Vaad HaRabbonim of Greater Washington, a position he held until the end of his life. He taught a daily advanced shiur
in Gemara at the Boys High School, training
students at all levels with patience and great
insight. Students would prepare for days in
advance of their ‘turn’ to read the Gemara
in shiur, not wanting to disappoint Rabbi
Anemer in any way. Rabbi Anemer likewise
taught many classes at the Girls Division,
with a special focus on halacha. The classes at the Girls Division were held on a very
high level, and talmidos from classes decades apart remember the intensity and
clarity of his teaching. He thus molded
the lives of thousands over many decades with great devotion and dedication to Klal Yisroel, to the community
and congregants at YISE, and most
especially to his beloved talmidim and
talmidos. May this tzadik’s memory be
forever blessed.
Mrs. Sima Jacoby
Sima Twersky Jacoby was born in Washington, DC to a family steeped in Chassidus and
service to the Jewish community. Her formative years were spent in Boston, and she is a
proud graduate of Maimonides High School.
Mrs. Jacoby earned her B.A. from Brandeis
University, where she majored in political
science.
Returning to Washington in 1967 with her
husband and a growing family, she was eager
to contribute to the development of Yiddishkeit in Silver Spring. She began
teaching in the Yeshiva High School Girls’ Division just a few years later and
quickly assumed additional administrative responsibilities. After earning her
M.A. in Educational Administration from American University, Mrs. Jacoby
began to serve as Principal of the Girls’ Division, while continuing to teach
on a daily basis. Her broad educational background has enabled her to be
a leader of the school’s secular studies program. Accomplishments include
increasing the number of courses for which our students can earn college
credits, helping the staff to innovate in many areas (including adopting new
technology), and encouraging students and teachers to maximize their potential. Mrs. Jacoby knows that details are crucial to the success of programs and
has worked tirelessly to keep the school running smoothly.
Mrs. Jacoby’s deep concern for every individual has helped her to successfully
mentor many teachers and to develop close bonds of mutual respect with secular and Limudei Kodesh staff. Hand in hand with her educational leadership,
Mrs. Jacoby has developed close personal
relationships with many students, providing insightful guidance in all matters, from
selecting courses and colleges to choosing
careers and husbands, becoming a part of
their lives as she welcomed them into her
life. One of the crowning achievements of
Mrs. Jacoby’s tenure has been her development over many decades of her
legendary Jewish Lifecycle course, taught at the senior level, which enables
young women to understand the scope of mitzvos that they will be involved
in over a lifetime, and to view their role with simcha. Her connection with
her students continues well beyond their years at the Yeshiva.
Mrs. Jacoby’s husband, Danny, has been active in the Yeshiva since they
arrived in Silver Spring; all their children, as well as two sons-in-law, attended the Yeshiva. In addition to her devotion to her immediate family,
Mrs. Jacoby showers her love and concern
on her extended family – all the students
and staff at the Yeshiva of Greater Washington. She truly merits the appellation “Akeres
Habayis” of her family, the Yeshiva, and the
Greater Washington community, and looks
forward to continue teaching and guiding at the Yeshiva on a part-time basis for
many years to come.
The naming
Naming the Yeshiva of Greater Washington
for Rabbi Gedaliah Anemer, zt”l
As we celebrate the 50th Anniversary Banquet of
the Yeshiva of Greater Washington, the Hanahala
and Board of Directors are pleased to announce
the naming of the institution for our founder,
Moreinu v’Rabbeinu HaRav Gedaliah Anemer,
zt”l. Naming the Yeshiva after Rabbi Anemer is
both an expression of hakaras hatov and an affirmation that the vision and the legacy of the Rosh
HaYeshiva continue as our foundation and guide
as we move into the future.
‫תפארת גדליה‬
YGW
Originally established as the Yeshiva High School
of Greater Washington [YHS] in 1964, the school
– with separate divisions for girls and boys from
its inception – grew to contain grades 10-12. The name changed to the Yeshiva
of Greater Washington [YGW] with the addition of the junior high schools for
each division in 1980.
With the addition of the Yeshiva Gedolah and Kollel in 1995, the vision that
Rabbi Anemer shared with the community leaders of the early 1960’s, to provide
a Torah-true yeshiva education for the Greater Washington community reached
its fullest maturity. He continued to nurture this vision with the help and leadership of a devoted staff, dedicated lay leaders and strong community support.
The Officers, Board of Directors, and staff of the Yeshiva of Greater
Washington take great pride in announcing the Yeshiva’s new name will be
the Yeshiva of Greater Washington — Tiferes Gedaliah in memory of Moreinu
v’Rabbeinu HaRav Gedaliah Anemer, zt”l.
Artist rendering of Boys and Girls Campuses
Messages
From The Headmaster
Celebrating
50 YEARS of dedication to our stude
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Dear Friends,
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It is our 50th year
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a time of counsel.
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Mrs.
to the next fifty ye
ars, we must seek
shelter, and we pray
the same
to Hashem that we
will merit His prot
and hashgacha as
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we have merited th
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Sincerely,
YGW
Rabbi Yitzchok M
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YOUNG ISRAE
Rabbi Gedaliah
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Anemer, zt"l
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In memory of our
esteemed and bel
oved Rav, Harav
Gedaliah Anemer,
zt”l.
Fifty five years ago
he came to our com
impact?
munity to lead our
fledgling congregat
ion. Who could hav
e imagined his
Through his schola
rship, piety, and kin
dness he uplifted
and inspired so ma
ny.
As a congregation
, we
which benefited the will always be honored that he uti
lized his position
entire community.
as our Rav to spe
arhead so many eff
orts
His rulings in hal
acha set the standa
rd
throughout the com
eruvin, and gittin
strengthened a rel
munity. His leader
igious infrastructu
ship and decisions
re which united us
in matter of kashru
all.
s,
Maybe most fitting
, he fulfilled his dre
am of establishing
a flourishing yeshiv
a in Washington.
Young Israel Shom
rai Emunah and the
Yeshiva of Greater
Anemer, zt”l, for
decades. Both our
Washington have
shared the distinctio
institutions are tre
mendously blesse
n of being led by Ra
d by this great ho
v
May we, the Yeshi
nor.
va, and all of our
community always
be a source of nac
has for his elated
May Rebbetzin An
neshama.
emer, shetichyeh,
always be able to
her great work and
observe all our com
contributions.
munity has becom
e and have great pri
de in
Yehi zichro baruch
.
Rabbi Dovid Rosen
baum
Dr. Marc Katz, Pre
sident
From The Torah School
From the VAAD Harabanim
From Rabbi Hillel Klavan
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We extend our
em
er
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th
m
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he entire Ane
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bor off love of th
la
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of
her entiire family ent of th
its
fru
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n the enjoym
Mrs. Simi
share in
d best wishees to
r appreciiation an ed devotiion to the Girls
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‫עמו״ש‬.
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as
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dedicaat
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the spirrit of
er many years of
appreciation foor
d and family. H
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Rabbi Gedaliah Anemer, zt”l,
was the leader of our Washington area
Orthodox Jewish community. His vision
of founding the Yeshiva of Greater
Washington lives on and thrives after 50
years. His positive influence and impact
are felt by all of us in the Orthodox Jewish
Community. We join, with pleasure, in
honoring Rabbi Anemer with the naming
of the Yeshiva in his memory.
Mazel Tov
Mrs. Sima Jacoby
on the receipt of the Akeres HaBayis
Award. Your 40 years of teaching,
administration, and service at the Yeshiva
are an inspiration to all of us.
Dennis & Debra Berman
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With gratitude to Mrs. Simi Jacoby, for a long
career of dedication to the Yeshiva, sharing
wisdom and guidance integral to the development
of literally thousands of young women who have
been blessed with a YGW education. We are
duly honored to join the Washington Jewish
community in remembering and memorializing
the profound contributions of Rabbi Gedaliah
Anemer, zt”l, in renaming our institution to
reflect his foundational role and life commitment
to the Yeshiva. We join the community in
honoring Mrs. Anemer, for sharing her husband
and family with our community, engaged in
building future generations of the Jewish people.
Manette & Louis Mayberg
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Dear Rebbetzin Anemer,
Rabbi Anemer’s, zt”l, and your incredible vision has
been realized and has contributed to the spiritual and
physical growth of the greater Washington community.
With the Rabbi’s leadership, together with your
determination and tireless efforts, you’ve made Silver
Spring and the whole DC area a true Makom Torah.
The fruits of your labor have also reached all over the
world, spreading exceptional Torah Midot and values,
strengthening Klal Yisrael as a whole. Rabbi Anemer’s
legacy will live on and will continue to inspire us.
May Hashem bless you and your family with good
health, happiness and much Nachas from your children,
grandchildren, and their offspring.
Congratulations Mrs. Sima Jacoby
for all your years of service and accomplishments at
the Yeshiva. You greatly contributed to the growth and
success of the Yeshiva and for that we thank you. May
you and your family reap only Brachos from Hashem.
Menachem & Nava Ely and family
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Congratulations to the Yeshiva on
commemorating the vision and leadership
of its founder and Rosh HaYeshiva,
who touched the lives of so many in the
Greater Washington community.
Thank you and best wishes to
Mrs. Sima Jacoby
for her dedication to the education
of our children.
Barbara & Lewis Shrensky
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Menachem, Daniel, David and Toby
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Our heartfelt appreciation to
Rabbi Anemer, zt”l,
for his vision in establishing the Yeshiva of
Greater Washington. His accomplishments
are shared by his loving and supportive family.
Mazel Tov to the Yeshiva on this grand
celebration and to all the staff who work day in
and day out to educate our future generations.
A special thank you to
Mrs. Sima Jacoby for
all of your efforts on behalf of the
Girls Division of the Yeshiva.
Karen & Yaakov Cohen
Proud parents of 3 Yeshiva of Greater
Washington graduates!
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We were fortunate to have Rabbi Gedaliah
Anemer, zt”l, as our ARTAD ARM and Rebbe. He
was an integral part of our lives and his guidance
and direction helped shape the people we are
today and the foundation of our family. Thank
you Rebbetzin Anemer, ‘YXT$, for your support
and dedication to the Yeshiva and Young Israel
Shomrai Emunah. May you continue to have TXN
from your children, grandchildren and greatgrandchildren. May the Washington Jewish
community continue to benefit from the fruits of
Rabbi, zt”l, and Rebbetzin Anemer’s hard work
and endless devotion to our community.
Simi & Sammy Franco
Nathan, Jessi, Shmuel, Gali, and Simi Franco
Abie, Hadassah, Simi and Rena Franco
Mikey & Elisheva Franco
Luna, Avi, Moshe and Sammy Perez
Jessie Franco
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We would like to express our BWUH TRKH to
Mrs. Sima Jacoby
for her over 40 years of service
to the Yeshiva!
As your students, we have benefitted
personally from your dedication and
guidance and are forever grateful!
Simi (Rottenberg) Franco
Jessi (Selman) Franco
Luna (Franco) Perez
Hadassah (Elling) Franco
Jessie Franco
Gold Page
We feel very privileged and
honored to have known
as our Mechutan, a leader and visionary in
the community, a man who lived by his word.
May his dear Eishes Chayil,
who stood by his side,
have Arichas Yamim V’shanim.
Raphael & Yenny Herzka
Gold Page
Simmy,
Thank you for being an outstanding role
model for so many young women.
Mazel Tov on this recognition.
Aaron & Rona Lerner
Gold Page
We take this opportunity to thank Hashem
for the wonderful community led by
who was a man of vision and possessed a
strong moral compass. It is most fitting that
the Yeshiva he led for almost a half century
be named in his memory.
Our best wishes to Rebbitzen Anemer and
the family on this momentous occasion.
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Jacob & Julie Schorr
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With much Shevach V’Hodaah L’HaShem
upon the Yeshiva reaching this tremendous
milestone and with heartfelt appreciation
and Hakaras HaTov to Rabbi Binyomin
Sanders for your constant caring and
devotion and for your countless Chasadim
to Rabbi Anemer, zt”l and me over many
years. May Hashem grant you the Kochos,
Gezunt and S’yata D’shmaya to continue
serving the Yeshiva and the community for
many years to come.
Yocheved Anemer
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To our dear mother
Rebbitzen Anemer.
The renaming of the Yeshiva is a much
deserved honor bestowed upon you for
you epitomize the true LYX T$A.
You are indeed an inspiration to all.
May HaShem Yisbarach give you strength and
good health to lead the family with strength and
valor and continue to be a role model for the
entire community of Silver Spring.
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Yisroel & Kendy and all the children
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Mazel Tov
to the Hanhala and staff of
the Yeshiva of Greater Washington
on this momentous occasion,
the Yovel Anniversary.
May you continue to lead the Yeshiva
along the path set by our father
the Rosh HaYeshiva
HaRav Gedaliah Anemer, zt”l
and may you see only success in all your efforts.
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Rabbi & Mrs. Yisroel Yosef Anemer
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Mazel Tov to the
on 50 years of
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May the Yeshiva continue to follow
the legacy of my father
Rabbi Gedaliah Anemer, zt”l.
Zev & Tzipporah Anemer and family
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We remember all that Rabbi Anemer, zt”l,
did for our community and us with great
respect, Hakaras HaTov, and admiration.
We miss him, but we know that his legacy
will continue as long as Kol Torah can
be heard within the Yeshiva of Greater
Washington.
We congratulate Mrs. Jacoby on the welldeserved honor of being presented with the
Akeres HaBayis Award. Your dedication
to the Yeshiva has inspired generations and
continues to inspire us to work tirelessly
for the Jewish community and the
education of Bnos Yisrael.
With great affection for the Yeshiva,
Shani & David Schwartz (‘87)
Rebecca, Sam and Mike
Silver Page
Mazel tov to Simmy on this long overdue
recognition… While I did not benefit
from your formal academic tutelage,
as a long time next door neighbor and
friend I benefitted immensely from your
wisdom and friendship, and am sure that
your many students over the years have
as well. May you continue to impact the
entire community, and may we be Zocheh
to share Simchas and honors together for
many years to come.
We also love Danny, by the way.
Uri & Deborah Landesman and family
Silver Page
It is truly an honor to witness the naming
of the Yeshiva for its driving force and my
eternal Rebbe. While I have been Zocheh
to hear Shiurim from many great Talmidei
Chachamim since I left the Yeshiva High
School, none have equaled the unparalleled
genius of Harav Gedaliah, zt”l. Beyond
his obvious Torah gifts, he also set a prime
example of how a Ben Torah and Yireh
Shamayim should comport oneself. May the
newly named Yeshiva serve as a Nechamah
for your entire family, and may it inspire
discussion about this most special man.
Uri & Deborah Landesman and family
Silver Page
In Honor of
Mrs. Sima Jacoby
As a close and caring friend for more than 40 Years.
As a devoted teacher who molds and guides my daughters.
As a principal with total dedication and commitment who
continues to monitor my daughters even after they graduate.
In Honor of
The Yeshiva of Greater Washington
reaching this milestone of 50 years. We are forever grateful
for the Torah values and ideals you have inculcated in our
family over the 50 years of your existence.
In Honor of
whose vision, wisdom, and selfless dedication led to the
establishment of the Yeshiva.
Deborah Klein
Michoel & Elisheva Rennert, Rivky and Reuven
Adam & Daniellah Goldsmith, Adina
Yehuda & Sarah Jawary
Liba Klein and Ezra Klein
Silver Page
Mazel Tov to the Yeshiva of Greater
Washington for 50 years of wonderful
education for the whole community.
In loving memory of
Special Mazel Tov to Simmy Jacoby,
dear friend and Mechatenaste.
Congratulations on all of your impressive
accomplishments in educating the students
of Yeshiva and inspiring them.
Dr. Mario I. Blejer and Family
Silver Page
To my beloved friend Sima Jacoby, whom
I have cherished for more than fifty years.
Yours and Danny’s role in my life has been
incalculable.
Richard B. Stone
Bronze Page
In honor of
our founder and Rosh HaYeshiva
upon the milestone of reaching the
Yovel year of the Yeshiva
as we name the Yeshiva in his memory.
I treasure the Zechus I had to work together with
Rabbi Anemer. His combination of Gadlus HaTorah,
Yosher HaMachshava, and tireless effort on behalf of
the Yeshiva and its Talmidim was truly exceptional. The
quality of his thousands of Talmidim and Talmidos bears
testimony to his great accomplishments.
To Rebbitzen Anemer –
We have so much Hakaras HaTov that you shared
Rabbi Anemer with us. Everything that we have is
truly yours. May you continue to see much Nachas
from your wonderful Mishpacha and from the entire
Yeshiva family which is your family as well, as we
strive to fulfill the Derech of Rabbi Anemer and be
worthy of continuing in his footsteps.
Rabbi & Mrs. Yitzchok & Emilie Merkin
Bronze Page
In honor of
Mrs. Sima Jacoby
Recipient of the Akeres HaBayis Award
It has been a privilege to work with you for so
many years. Your devotion to the students, your
dedication to your work, your appreciation of
what it means to be a principal have placed you
in a league by yourself.
You understood what it meant to have the
opportunity to help create generations of
B’nos Yisroel, and you took advantage of
that opportunity to its fullest. Your Talmidos
stand as a shining example of all that you have
accomplished. Mazel Tov, and may you get at
least a little rest next year (but not too much!)
– you deserve it!
Rabbi & Mrs. Yitzchok & Emilie Merkin
Bronze Page
It is most fitting that the Yeshiva be named after
Rabbi Anemer, zt”l.
He was its founder and guiding light.
It has been a privilege to study in the Yeshiva.
May Rabbi Lopiansky, Rabbi Reingold and Rabbi
Arzouan continue in their holy work in good
health and with much success.
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There is abundant peace to the lovers of Your Torah,
and there is no stumbling block for them.
Tehillim 119, 165
Mazel Tov
Simmy Jacoby
for your years of dedicated service to the Yeshiva.
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Mazel Tov to the honorees!
Guta Wolke and family
Bronze Page
To honor the legacy of our parents and
grandparents and to see the future through
our children and grandchildren.
Neil & Karen Schmerling
Bronze Page
To Rebbitzen Anemer and Family,
Rabbi Anemer, zt”l, dedicated himself to
transmitting the Mesorah in the manner
he received it – pure and authentic. Thank
you for sharing and supporting him so
that present and future generations may
be included amongst the beneficiaries and
admirers of his and your legacy.
Mazel Tov to Mrs. Sima Jacoby on
her years of service to the Yeshiva and
her positive influence and impact on
generations of students.
With sincere respect and admiration,
Arthur & Phyllis Moer and family
Bronze Page
We are eternally indebted to Rav Gedaliah
Anemer, zt”l, for his spiritual leadership of the
Silver Spring community and the Yeshiva and
on a personal level as our role model, Rebbe,
and Rosh Yeshiva.We thank Rebbitzen Anemer
for all that she has given to Silver Spring in her
own right and her support of Rabbi Anemer in
his $DQH TDWBE.
Mrs. Jacoby has been a close family friend
for nearly 50 years. She and her husband
have been role models, teachers, and sources
of strength to our family and community. The
Akeres Habayis award is a well-deserved honor.
May Rebbitzen Anemer and the Jacobys be
blessed with much HKRB for their DSX and
contributions to Silver Spring.
May the Yeshiva continue to go LYX LA LYXM.
Dovid & Miriam Leah Dickstein and family
Bronze Page
We pay tribute to our beloved Sima
Jacoby upon receiving this most deserved
honor. We always remember your kindness
and warmth to Tsvi and our whole family.
Nechama & Mark
Bronze Page
Mazel Tov to Yeshiva of Greater Washington on this momentous 50th
Anniversary! We are proud to be part of the YGW family!
In memory of Rabbi Gedaliah Anemer, zt”l, a towering figure of
inspiration and strength for our family and our community.
Mazel Tov to Simmy Jacoby on this wonderful honor. We have
been lucky to have you as a principal, teacher and part of our family.
(Thanks Yatzi and Malka!) You have taught us in the classroom and
by example. Your love of Torah, deep knowledge and understanding
of both secular and Judaic studies, and sterling character have
enriched our lives. May you continue to be a source of inspiration and
may we always share Simchas together.
Eliana (Teitelbaum) & Baruch Benatar and Family
Yael & Jonathan Muskat and Family
In memory of the beloved Rabbi Gedaliah Anemer, zt”l.
In recognition for establishing the Yeshiva of Greater Washington
now celebrating it’s 50th Anniversary.
Mazel Tov to an outstanding Mechaneches, a true friend and my dear
Mecheteineste, Simmy Jacoby. You have played a major role in the
education of the girls in our community and beyond, including my
own. You have inspired them to be the best they can be. You have
been a role model and inspiration to all and it has been wonderful to
be part of your family. May you and Danny continue to contribute
to the Jewish community, be successful in all your future endeavors,
and have much Naches from the children, grandchilren, and greatgrandchildren. Look forward to sharing many Simchas together.
Perla Blejer
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To Mrs. Jacoby,
The oversight, concern, and resourceful
solutions which you provide daily, surely
enable all Yeshiva students to become vital
builders of Klal Yisroel. Our Hakaras
Hatov for you is profound and heartfelt.
May you go from strength to strength.
Mazel Tov!
Charlie & Naomi Ruth Deutsch,
Saint Louis
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In honor of the Yeshiva,
the gem of our community,
and its Roshei Yeshiva
and Hanhala, past and present.
Nick & Andrea Muzin
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Mazel Tov Mrs. Jacoby on this welldeserved honor. You dispense warmth and
gentle wisdom to anyone that comes in
contact with you. Words cannot express
the gratitude we feel for all that you have
done.
The Zilberstein family
Thank you to the entire Yeshiva family,
leadership, staff, parents, students, and lay
supporters, for enabling me to contribute to
the unique role that the Yeshiva plays in our
community, and to the education of many
hundreds of young religious Jewish women
over more than 40 years. It is only through the
talent, inspiration, dedication, and hard work
of all my outstanding colleagues that we have,
with G-d’s help, been able to produce so many
graduates who represent the highest standards
of Torah living in the modern world.
My deepest appreciation to my husband,
children, family, friends and neighbors who
have encouraged me to participate in this
great Avodas Hakodesh.
With Hakaras HaTov to the Ribbono Shel Olam,
Sima Jacoby
Our Yeshiva, our community, and our
family have been guided and immensely
enriched by the Torah knowledge, wisdom,
clarity, warmth, and love of
HaRav Gedaliah Anemer, zt”l.
How fitting that Rabbi Anemer’s leadership
role in the community is permanently
recognized by naming the Yeshiva of
Greater Washington in his memory. May
it be a source of comfort to his family and
lasting inspiration to all of us.
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Yaakov Tzvi & Malka Blejer
North Miami Beach, Florida
A heartfelt Yasher Koach to
Rabbi Binyomin Sanders
who has worked tirelessly to make sure
this dinner affords the appropriate honor
due the
and our father
On this 50 anniversary
may HaShem Yisborach bless you with
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Rabbi & Mrs. Yisroel Yosef Anemer
To my dear sister
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Love,
Sivie & Nahum Twersky
To our favorite
Aunt Simmy
You have always been the
“Akeres HaBayis”
to your entire beautiful and growing
family, as well as the
“Akeres HaBayis”
to your beloved students
who you treat like your family!
We love you so much!
Ronald Biloon
Amy & Jeremy Biloon
Aly and Mia
Ruth & Joseph Schwarz
Shoshana, Talia and Mordechai
We are happy to honor Simmy Jacoby for
her many contributions to Yeshiva of Greater
Washington over the years. She was first a
teacher and then took on staffing and maintaining
academic standards as its secular principal. But
our relationship goes beyond the Yeshiva. The
Jacobys and the Rishes met each other within a
few months of moving to the DC area. Over the
course of 40 plus years - we have learned together,
carpooled, and helped each other - through
sickness, happy events, and finally becoming
related. We share grandchildren and will soon be
great-grandparents together.
May the Almighty bless you and Danny
with many more years of good health and
continuing pleasure and joy from your children,
grandchildren, and the generations to come.
The Gewirtzes, The Yehoshua Rishes,
The Schwartzes, The Hollands,
The Rabinowitzes, and Linda Rishe
In loving memory of our dear grandfather,
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A shining example of a lifetime spent in
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Together with Bubby L”HY.
With passion and a burning OYM$ TARY
he built an edifice of HRWT and left behind
a magnificent legacy. May we, your
grandchildren and OYDYMLT be HKWZ to
uphold this beautiful legacy and be a
source of …TXN to the E”$BR.
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Aryeh & Gitty Ziemba
In loving memory of
Mr. Etan Savir, a”h
Whose distinguished tenure as principal
for secular studies at the boys division was
marked by the love and respect he had for
his students, and the love and respect they
had for him.
Rabbi Yitzchok Merkin, Headmaster
Mr. Louis Mayberg, President
In loving memory of
HaGaon HaRav Gedaliah Anemer, zt”l
who was known to all as
the Rosh Yeshiva
the Rav
the Dayan
and
the Manhig Ruchani for thousands.
We were so fortunate to know him as
Zaidy
a proud and beloved grandfather.
Zaidy’s unparalleled $PN TRYSM for HRWT and
TMA has left us a legacy and a mission to
continue and to follow.
VWRB WRKZ YHY
Your loving grandchildren,
Shimon & Laya Kleinbard
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Shimon & Chana Wiggins
Adam & Adina Rishe
Ahron Shlomo & Tova Leah Jacoby
Avraham & Layah Jacoby
Yaacov Tzvi & Malka Blejer
In honor of
Rebbitzin Anemer
a true Oheves HaShem.
Your steadfast Emuna and Bitachon, your
Shmiras HaLashon and your Middos connect
us to a world that many only read about.
Your Tznius, dignity, and regal bearing
connect us to the majesty of Torah and give
us a standard to demand from ourselves
May HKB”H give you the Gezunt to enjoy
your abundant Nachas Ad Bias Goel Tzedek.
With abundant gratitude, admiration, and love,
Rabbi & Mrs. Zev Katz and family
Eli & Laya Greengart and family
Mayer & Michal Katz and family
Shaya & Racheili Katz
Yitzi & Bassie Katz and family
Shmulie & Rivky Brudny and family
Moshe Shevach & Ahuva Herber
In Honor, Appreciation, and Admiration of
Mrs. Sima Jacoby
Who is the recipient of tonight’s Akeres HaBayis award? She is a
woman who embodies the Pesukim of Aishes Chayil, who can worry
about everyone and everything at all times. Who can impact, lead,
and inspire so many for so long, who can present to her students a
living example of balancing a life of being a Bas Yisroel with Yiras
Shomayim as her foundation, and to juggle being a wife, mother,
and professional. It is given to a woman who can go from being a
principal who gives to and guides young women, to one who humbly
shares her wisdom and collaborates as an equal participant with those
young women turned colleagues. It is given to a woman who earns
the respect and love of her staff, deeply cares about their welfare
and devotes herself to them completely. (This even includes being
their “Shadchan.”) I have had the privilege of working closely as a
partner with Mrs. Jacoby educating the future of Klal Yisroel. I have
learned so much from her on so many levels that I can truly say to our
Talmidos Didi V’Didchen Didah – all that we have achieved is hers.
May HKB”H reward her and Mr. Jacoby with continued Nachas
for all that she did on behalf of His children. As a parent of three
daughters who benefitted from her lessons, guidance and friendship
we are gratified that a woman of your caliber and Chashivus was, is,
and always will be a role model for them.
Yeshalaim HaShem Pa’alaich Vi’yhi Mascurtaich Shlaimah
Shaya & Racheli Katz
In Memory of
Morainu V’Rabbainu
HaRav Gedaliah ben Zev HaKohen Anemer, zt”l
As we stand on the cusp of the Yeshiva bearing his
name, may we who enter its portals each day, and all
who work on its behalf, always stay true to the life,
legacy, and ideals of its namesake. As we celebrate
the Yovel may his efforts, actions, and vision that
established such a magnificent past, be the illuminating
guideposts for a glorious future of achievement in
Torah, Yiras Shomayim, and Ahavas HaBriyos.
From your loving family that merited to live in your
vicinity, benefit from your counsel and guidance, and
be your Talmidim and Talmidos.
Shaya & Racheli Katz
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our beloved uncle,
A Gadol who devoted his life to the Klal.
And in honor of Mrs. Jacoby who instilled
us with Torah values for so many years.
Shmuli & Rivky Brudny
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and in honor of
Rabbi Yisroel Yosef & Kendy Anemer
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Yecheskel Yeshaya & Tzippy Paneth
Hashi & Miriam Herzka
Hundreds of students from so many years,
Are part of this tribute, with their smiles and their tears.
And they say, and it’s true, that Mrs. Jacoby cared,
And that you made them knowledgeable, sensitive, well prepared.
That you set standards high, but then you held their hand,
And were there when they stumbled, and things didn’t work out as planned.
And that you inspired them with your humble and regal ways,
And that your love of Hashem and His Torah direct your days.
And they say, and it’s true, that your lessons were bursting
With knowledge and deep thought, and that they left them thirsting.
And they say that excellence was always your goal,
However that looked, for each person as a whole.
And they say that long after they left the building behind,
They knew they were always still on your mind.
And they say that you are often on their minds too,
And so their hakaras hatov runs deep and profound and true.
And if this is what all of your students will say,
Just think how we, your children, feel every day.
All of what they say is true, so luckily no one kept score,
Since we always got all of the same, and so much more.
No student can imagine what children and family know,
How care, support, inspiration, involvement, and love always flow.
So you may retire from Yeshiva amidst praise and thanks - aplenty,
But you can’t retire as Ema, till one hundred and twenty.
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With much love and devotion,
Chana & Shimon, Adina & Adam, Aharon & Tova Leah,
Avraham & Layah, Malka & Yatzi
In memory of the P’er HaMishpacha
HaRav HaGaon Reb Gedaliah Anemer, zt”l,
who built with his brilliance, his Kochos, his sweat,
sense of direction and humor, a Yeshiva that reflects
his Mesora which he received from the Geonai Telz.
This Kabala was passed on diligently and inspired
generations of talmidim and talmidos who graced
the halls of this Mokom Torah. May his legacy be
a mainstay of the Yeshiva which will bear his name
Ad Bias Hagoel. May all who toil in this institution
do their work B’emunah reflecting the values of
this illustrious founder. We wish our dear sisterin-law and aunt continued nachas from the entire
Mishpacha in good health Ad Meah V’esreem Shono.
Mr. & Mrs. Aaron Lobel and Family
Rabbi & Mrs. Eli Meir Anemer and Family
Rabbi & Mrs. Dovid Willman and Family
Rabbi & Mrs. Joseph Katz
Rabbi & Mrs. Zev Katz and Family
Mr. & Mrs. Yoel Hecht and Family
Mr. & Mrs. Chaim Katz and Family
Rabbi & Mrs. Mordechai Katz and Family
Dear Sima,
Our daughter Melissa (Elisheva) was blessed with a unique class
of young women during her six years at Yeshiva High School. Young,
intelligent, fun loving women with a strong work ethic and exemplary
Middos. These students were able to reach their full potential in large
part due to your educational and administrative strengths. We were, and
continue to be, truly grateful.
Dear Yocheved and family,
We moved to Kemp Mill when we were in our early 20’s with a 16 month
old baby, Yale. The first Shomrai Emunah minyan in Kemp Mill was held
in our family room. Rabbi Anemer became a powerful influence in our
lives from day one. He helped in our development as parents, community
members and community builders. Each of our six children blossomed
under his wing at the Yeshiva High School. They, in turn, are passing on
Rabbi Anemer’s input and influence to their own children. Words cannot
fully express our deeply felt Hakaras Hatov.
Gil & Faith Ginsburg
Yale & Sahra Ginsburg
(Elazar, Avi, Naftali and Daniel)
Rabbi David & Shulamit Ginsburg
(Yeshayahu, Avigayil, Sarah Miriam and Shoshana)
Rabbi Benjamin & Chana Ginsburg
(Avrohom Dovid, Naftali, Chaim, Leah, Atara, Yaakov and Sarah)
Raphael Ginsburg
Rabbi Herzl & Malkie Ginsburg
(Yonatan, Yaakov, Yehuda and Lottie)
Melissa (Elisheva) & Rabbi Yosef Kalinsky
(Leah, Shlomo, Zevi, Yehuda, Shira, Bracha and Dovid)
Savta Simcha has nothing on you
Imagination and
Middos you outdo
Academics – those too!
Jaded – never
Amazingly clever
Caring toward all
Open and friendly, but with eyes on the
Ball
You’ll always be the one we call!!
Thank you and Danny for everything.
May the next forty years be as productive
and fulfilling as the last forty.
May Hashem grant you a long second career filled with
health, Bracha, family, Mazel and Hatzlacha.
Love,
Doug & Vivian Rabin
Beatie & Michael Deutsch,
Meah Miriam, Geula and Bentzion
Yosef, Izzy, Zev and Penny Rabin
In loving memory of my parents
Betty & Samuel Kline
and my sister
Barbara Kline Goodof.
David J. Kline
In reverent tribute to
Rav Gedaliah Anemer, zt”l,
who served this community as an
outstanding rabbinic leader, unique Torah
scholar and superb teacher. His remarkable
service as Rosh HaYeshiva for almost
50 years was instrumental in developing
Greater Washington into a major religious
community.
Avrom & Sarah Landesman
Dean & Devorah Grayson
Nisonel & Chani Landesman
Yocheved Landesman
How many great-grandmothers get up every
morning to face another busy day running a
major educational institution? Simmy Jacoby
has performed this task for 40 years with great
enthusiasm, energy, and skill.
As a labor of love, she has instilled into many
hundreds of young ladies an appreciation for
education and for the spiritual treasures of
Yiddishkeit. Our community today is much richer
as it reflects the enhanced level of knowledge and
observance that is produced by good schools.
To a dear friend and devoted neighbor, we salute
an outstanding educator and Mechanechet as she
retires from a remarkable career.
Avrom & Sarah Landesman
Dean & Devorah Grayson
Nisonel & Chani Landesman
Yocheved Landesman
With warm appreciation for
Mrs. Jacoby
A splendid mentor, an incisive colleague, a
reflective teacher, a wise counselor, and a
caring soul. Thank you for representing the
highest ideals of Rabbi Anemer’s Yeshiva
for over 40 years.
Aimee, Wilfrid, Nicholas, and Rhys
Petersberger
Mazel Tov Sima Jacoby
Sima,
you are responsible for generations of women embracing
the beauty of Yahadut and Torah Im Derech Eretz.
You are a true role model of kindness, intellectual
curiosity, gentle guidance, and enormous breadth of
knowledge…You are always eager to explore and share
the excitement of the world’s wonders, and the full range
of Torah True Judaism. You have been the backbone
of the Washington Community as well as the Yeshiva
Community for decades – and the fruits of your efforts
are clear and joyously successful. It is always fun to
work with you on so many projects – your enthusiastic
support is great! The young women of our community
are fortunate indeed to have you in their lives. We
cherish the friendship we have shared with you and
Danny and all your wonderful children.
May you go from strength to strength,
M’Chayil Ad Chayil Ad Meah V’Essrim.
Love,
Barbie & Yitzchok Siegel
Sima,
We have been impressed by you since the
day we met you 15 years ago. The Yeshiva
is blessed to have been the beneficiary
of your dedication, hard work, love, and
spiritual commitment. Mazel Tov on your
achievements.
Alex & Amy Polonsky
the memory of
HONORING
Rabbi Gedaliah
Anemer, zt”l
and honoring
Mrs. Sima Jacoby
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Dear Mrs. Jacoby ‘YXT$,
Mazel Tov on this well-deserved honor.
Your dedication and devotion to your
students is truly remarkable. We appreciate
all your hard work over the years. May you
continue to go from strength to strength.
Fondly,
Fred & Miriam Gross
Sharona & Jeff Weinberg
In honor of Sima Jacoby
One hundred years from now
It won’t matter
What kind of car you drove
What kind of house you lived in
How much money you had in the bank
BUT
The world will be a better place
Because you were important
In the lives of young women.
Blimie Twerski
In Memory of
whose devotion to Torah and community,
will always be a guiding example for us.
May he be a Melitz
Yosher for all of Klal Yisroel.
Yasher Koach to Sima Jacoby for receiving
the Akeres HaBayis Award.
Geoffrey & Donna Rosenbloom
and Family
In memory of
Carl Lerner
With fond remembrances of
who built the Silver Spring Orthodox
community into a world class
environment for Jewish families.
His leadership is sorely missed.
May his memory be for a blessing.
Debbie & Marc Katz and family
Our community has been blessed to have
educators of the caliber of Rabbi Anemer,
zt”l, and Mrs. Sima Jacoby. The existence
of the Yeshiva High School was a critical
factor in our settling in Silver Spring. Our
five sons attended The Yeshiva, and the
education that they received prepared them
to live a life full of Torah and Chesed. The
Jacobys have always been role models, not
just for our boys, but for us as well. They
are pillars of our community and we are
grateful to have such wonderful people as
our dear friends. We treasure the times we
spent together and look forward for many
more years of Simchas.
Hedy & Yitzchok Szanzer
The Raab Family
honors and reveres the memory of
Morenu Harav Gedaliah Anemer, zt”l
Rav, Moreh D’Asra, Posek Torah, and
dear Chaver. His scholarship, leadership,
and Ahavas Yisroel leaves a proud legacy
of generations of talmidim who are
Shomrei Mitzvos and Ohavei Torah with
deep gratitude and Hodos L’HaShem.
Bernie & Judie Raab
Eric & Deborah Raab
and Gabriel, Dina, Sammy
Daniel & Eileen Raab
and Jessica, Meredith, Rebecca
Shelley (Raab) & Robert Mendelow
and Arye, Eitan, Oren
.ODAL ODAH BL IK ,OYNPL OYNPH OYMK
As water reflects face to face
so the heart of man to man.
Mishlei 27:19
Sima,
May we, your friends and Chevrusas,
merit to reflect the love you show for
learning as we continue learning together.
Miriam and Tom Selman
Leah and Jeff Secunda
In memory of Rabbi Anemer, zt”l
and in honor of his esteemed family.
With much gratitude to and respect for
Mrs. Sima Jacoby.
She was an integral part of our daughters’
Yeshiva of Greater Washington education.
Thank you for all you did for our girls!
Our Hakaras Hatov to Rabbi & Esti Katz and
family, to the teachers and administration.
May you continue to grow
“from strength to strength.”
The Nussbaum Family
Barry & Sandy, Harrisburg, PA
Tziporah Guttman & Family, Scranton, PA
Devorah Ray & Family, Chicago, IL
Yocheved Cohen & Family, Baltimore, MD
Shoshana Plotkin & Family, Bayswater, NY
In tribute to the Yeshiva of Greater
Washington as we celebrate it’s “50th
Year”! May the Yeshiva go LYX LA LYXM.
Mazel Tov to Mrs. Sima Jacoby, ‘YXT$ on
receiving the “Akeres Habayis Award”.
A fitting tribute to a woman who had
dedicated her TWXWK to being TKNXM
the LAR$Y TWNB of our community. In
appreciation of Rabbi Zev Katz, A”UYL$
and the teachers of YGW – Girls Division
for your dedication to our children. With
our best wishes for continued HXLCH.
Rabbi Mordechai & Yittie Rhine
Mr. & Mrs. David & Judy Rhine
We are proud to participate in this honor to Sima
Jacoby whose efforts on behalf of the children of
Washington (especially ours) have produced so
many exceptional members of Klal Yisroel. We
love you, Simmy, for all you did for our children,
for the wonderful friendship we are sharing, and
for being such a thoughtful and giving neighbor.
You and Danny may not technically be family to
us (Woodside standards and the Twersky/Mirsky
connection aside), but you certainly are like family
in every good way the term implies.
Thanks to the Yeshiva for recognizing the
immeasurable contribution of Rabbi Anemer, zt”l
by naming the institution after him. This honor to
him is so appropriate and well deserved, and his
name lends great honor to the Yeshiva.
Karen & Bernard Lipman
Dovid & Miriam Lipman
Avi & Shira Lipman
Yaakov & Ahuva Lipman
Rivkah & Yakov Mark
In Memory of Rabbi Gedalia Anemer
A World-Class Torah scholar who was always available and accessible
to every member of the Greater Washington community. A Rosh
Yeshiva who created and led the Yeshiva and taught Torah and
Middos to our children and us as well. A visionary who created the
Silver Spring Jewish Community and helped it to grow and thrive for
fifty years. A Rabbi devoted to his congregation and a gifted orator
whose words of Torah will long be remembered.
In recognition of Rebbetzin Anemer for over 50 years of Mesiras
Nefesh to the Jewish Community. We thank her for her many
Chasadim.
---------------Congratulations to our dear friend Sima Jacoby
We thank you for your warm friendship and the close relationship
we have maintained with you and your family for so many years.
We treasure the many shared Shabbos and Yom Tov meals, births,
Bar Mitzvahs, weddings, sheva brochos, and other life cycle events,
(although we did not succeed in sharing chicken pox.) We and our
children have studied and learned Torah with you and look forward to
continuing to do so for many more years. You are the perfect Akeres
Habayis and an exceptional educator who taught us so much in the
classroom and even more by your outstanding example. As principal
of the Yeshiva Girls’ School, you are known to be a teacher who
really listens to and cares for each student and conveys a real passion
for learning. We are fortunate to count you among our good friends.
Thank you for being part of our lives and our children’s lives and for
making the Washington community a wonderful place to live and
raise a family.
Chana & BenZion Berliant and family
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In profound appreciation
of
For building the Greater Washington
Torah community and demonstrating in
words and in deeds through Tefilah and
Limud HaTorah that the Bais Hamedrash
and the Beis Haknesses assure the timeless
future of the Jewish People.
Miriam & Allen Schick
Devorah & Pinchus Laufer
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Dear Sima,
The 613th mitzvah has been first on your
mind for more than 40 years at the Yeshiva
teaching and guiding generations of girls
in the Derech and beauty of the Torah;
setting a path and lifecycle that nurtures
and assures the future of Klal Yisroel
Miriam & Allen Schick
Devorah & Pinchus Laufer
Mazel Tov and best wishes
to our dear friend,
Mrs. Simmy Jacoby,
on this well deserved honor.
We admire and respect your dedication to
ensuring the success of the Yeshiva High
School and your years of dedicated service to
our children and our community. We wish you
continued success in all your endeavors.
With great appreciation to
for his vision & leadership.
May his memory be blessed.
Zev & Brenda Pieprz
Elie & Judith Pieprz, Karnei Shomron
Shonnie & Akiva Rutenberg, New York
Yosef & Bracha Pieprz, New Jersey
Temi & Rob Glazer, Arizona
In tribute to Rabbi Gedaliah Anemer, zt”l.
A pillar of the Washington community for so many
years. A dear father, friend, guide, and Rabbi to so
many people. His scholarship, warmth, wisdom,
and strength live on in all of his accomplishments
May his memory continue to be a blessing for the
Rebbitzin ‘YXT$.
In honor of Mrs. Sima Jacoby.
In recognition of four decades of remarkable
dedication to the education of our young women.
May the Yeshiva continue M’chayel El Chayel!
Rabbi Menachem Winter
Rosh Kollel
A pillar of the community for so many
years, Rabbi Gedaliah Anemer, zt”l, was a
true prince of Torah. With dignity, wisdom,
compassion, and a firm commitment to
Mesorah, Rabbi Anemer touched so many
lives. For three decades, my husband,
zt”l, toiled beside him in friendship and
admiration. May his great Zechusim be a
merit for the Rebbitzin ‘YXT$.
In tribute to Mrs. Sima Jacoby for
her extraordinary dedication to four
decades of students. A role model for her
Talmidos, Mrs. Jacoby’s great humility
and outstanding commitment to our young
women’s education will be sorely missed.
Mrs. Rivka Winter
To Sima,
Mazel Tov on this well-deserved honor.
You have been an exemplary role model for
not only our children but so many young
women over the years. We remember the
small house on Franwall Avenue with a
handful of girls. Through your devotion
and leadership our community now has
an outstanding institution with a beautiful
campus. It’s been our honor and privilege
to have you as a friend. May you continue
to excel in your professional career and
Shep Nachas from your beautiful family.
Betty & Harvey
Congratulations on this milestone!
In reverential memory of
and with sincere highest tribute to
Mrs. Sima Jacoby
Ira Brandriss, ‘68
Member, first boys’ graduating class
In memory of
In recognition of the legacy he left
behind – the Yeshiva of Greater
Washington, as well as the impact he made
on the Greater Washington community.
In honor of
Rebbetzin Yocheved Anemer ‘YXT$.
Mazel Tov to Mrs. Sima Jacoby ‘YXT$.
A role model for our daughters who greatly
benefitted from her, as did so many others
over the past forty years.
Manny & Loretta Sadwin
In memory of
may he be a R$WY JYLM for the entire family
In honor of
Yisroel & Kendy
who follow in his footsteps.
May you see lots of Nachas from your
beautiful family and all your endeavors.
TWBWU OYN$W OYMY VRWAL
Reuven & Nissi Wolf
Dear Sima,
A Shabbos meal; An extra bed,
The Chizuk in the words that are said.
You open your heart; You open your home,
Even in loco parentis for some.
Always a generous and welcoming host,
(Particularly in demand for Sheva Brachos.)
Kindness and Chesed that knows no bound,
Quietly addressing the needs that are found.
A mentor, a guide, a colleague, a friend,
This honor, well-deserved, we joyfully commend.
Mazel tov!
Eric & Nancy Nelkin
In honor of Sima Jacoby,
with admiration and gratitude for her
commitment to and leadership of women’s
learning in the community
Becky and Harold Feld
Lara and Leon Fleischer
Stevie and Daniel Friedman
Sarah and Josh Gershone
Lynne Haims and Roger Lewis
Sheila Jelen and Seth Himmelhoch
Rachel and Chanoch Kanovsky
Keely Lange
Nancy and Eric Nelkin
Lauren and Yoni Praff
Lisa and Steve Reid
In honor of Sima Jacoby with gratitude
for all the Sheva Brachos, Shabbos and
Yom Tov accommodations provided with
grace and Simchas Chaim.
Yaakov Feit
Adam and Julie Grumet
Daniel and Rachel Levy
Mr. & Mrs. Robert Lewicki
Daniel and Caryn Moshinsky
Eric and Nancy Nelkin
Marc Nelkin
Yoni and Lauren Praff
Lana and Alan Segerman
In memory of our beloved Rebbe and Rav, Harav Anemer, zt”l.
From our youth, Rav Anemer was the ideal image of an Adam Gadol. Through his
mere presence, Rav Anemer taught us and so many of our contemporaries what it
meant to devote oneself to Torah, and what such devotion could produce. We were
direct beneficiaries of his beloved institution, the Yeshiva of Greater Washington.
We learned much Torah. We were also exposed to tremendous personalities that
helped inspire us to devote ourselves more and more to Avodas Hashem. We both
had the Zechus of being Rav Anemer’s students in our high school years. This
made a remarkable impression. We both had the Zechus to teach in his Yeshiva.
Rav Anemer may not have been involved in many day-to-day aspects of the
administration, but his impact on us and our colleagues was always felt. Any staff
member who was not sure where the Yeshiva stood on the centrality of Torah and
Avodas HaShem merely had to attend the staff luncheon before the school year
began or the graduation at the end of the year. Through Rav Anemer’s words and
his presence of personality, the priorities of the institution were clearly set. Later,
I had the remarkable opportunity to work closely with Rav Anemer in Rabbanus,
day in and day out. I cannot hope to enumerate the lessons I learned over those
years. Suffice it to say that, over three years after his passing, not a day goes by
that my Rabbanus is not informed by his lessons. Many times when people work
as an adult with people they idolized as children they become disappointed. Our
image of our Rav only grew the more time we spent with him. We tell our oldest
child of how Rav Anemer would stroke his cheek; we named our next child after
him. His picture hangs in our dining room, and we hope, as the years go by, to
tell our children many stories about him, so that they may have the opportunity
to grow up with such a special image of what it is to be an Adam Gadol. We
humbly thank Rebbetzin Anemer, Shetichyeh, for her significant role in all of
these accomplishments, and so many others. We wish the entire Mishpacha much
Chizuk and Nechama from all their parents have accomplished.
Yehi Zichro Baruch.
In humble gratitude,
Dovid & Atara Rosenbaum
The Yeshiva of Greater Washington stands as a living memorial
to the inspirational contributions made by
Rabbi Gedaliah Anemer, zt”l to the Silver Spring community.
May his memory be blessed.
Yasher Koach to Mrs. Sima Jacoby for her many years of
dedicated service to the Yeshiva of Greater Washington.
The Gakner’s
Spencer & Sima, Yaakov & Luna, Lee-El, and Eliana Miriam
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In Memory of our beloved Rav,
Rav Gedaliah Anemer, zt”l
and in tribute and thanks to our friend
Mrs. Sima Jacoby ‘YXT$.
Marsha & Yitzchak Kasdan
In commemoration of the
achievements and legacy of
Moreinu HaRav Anemer, zt”l
For all he established in the community and in
the Yeshiva and for the Torah he shared with us.
With tremendous Hakaras HaTov to
Mrs. Jacoby
For her years of service both educating and
caring for the young women of our community.
Howie & Elaine Feldman
Dovid & Miriam (‘01) Dancziger
Dovid (‘03) & Chanie Feldman
Oren (‘00) & Rivky (‘06) Perez
Moshe Feldman (‘09)
Aaron Feldman (‘11)
Mazel Tov Mrs. Jacoby
Thank you for your hard work
and dedication to our girls.
It is greatly appreciated.
You will be missed.
Aharon & Amanda Boltax
Rabbi Anemer, zt”l was a true visionary in predicting, even at
the “TYRB” of the Yeshiva that, H-YHY LWDG IUQH HZ (the high school
will grow to include a Yeshiva Gedolah and Kollel). It is not by
accident that this institution went from obscurity to national
and even international recognition. The Yeshiva was conceived
and implemented by Rav Gedaliah whose very name implies the
continued growth of Kiddush Hashem - HQ LWDG. The renaming
of the Yeshiva in his honor is merely returning the DWBK that
he extended to our community as our BR and HBY$YH $AR to its
rightful heir. Our warmest and heartfelt wishes to
Rebbitzen Anemer and family.
Simmy’s name is virtually synonymous with the education and
spiritual development of the girls of our community. She is
not just responsible for furthering the growth of those already
committed to a Torah way of life but also has been a powerful
and dynamic force in inspiring young women with little or
no background to embrace the teachings of our Torah and
raise generations of ever higher levels of observance. Akeres
HaBayis is a truly appropriate term for Simmy because without
her leadership the RQYE is RPSH IM RSX – the essence of the
school will be missing. Thank you Simmy for your friendship,
understanding and guidance through the years. We have always
looked to you as a role model as we watched you and Danny
bring up exceptional children, stellar grandchildren and surely
even greater great-grandchildren.
Judy & Alan Kermaier
A well-deserved tribute to
Rabbi Gedaliah Anemer
who instilled his values
in his family and Kehilla.
Rabbi & Mrs. Elli Leibenstein
With gratitude to Rabbi Anemer, zt”l for his vision and fortitude.
A Gadol BaTorah whose presence is sorely missed.
And with heartfelt Mazel Tov to Mrs. Jacoby on this well-deserved
honor. Your patience and wisdom, your sensibility and wit, your
caring and understanding helped us through those difficult years
known as high school. You believed in us and in turn made us believe
in ourselves. With sincere Hakaras HaTov,
Ranya (Braun) & Dovie Greenberger
Meredith (Gaisin) & Tal Benschar
---------------------------Hakaras Hatov to Rabbi & Mrs. Anemer
for making Silver Spring a true Makom Torah.
Dear Mrs. Jacoby:
Thank you for creating a high school environment which enabled
us to learn, grow, and evolve into true Bnos Yisroel. Thank you for
caring about each of us. Mazel Tov!
Meredith (Gaisin) Benschar
Chana Zeesie (Greenberger) Berkowitz
Sarah (Topper) Cook
Sarah (Bienenstock) Dobin
Ephi (Avnit) Dvir
Chavi (Schutz) Field
Ranya (Braun) Greenberger
Tracy (Tenenbaum) Schultz
Suri (Lipman) Schwartz
and The Girls’ Class of 1993
In memory of
Rav Gedaliah Anemer, zt”l
A kind and gentle soul of indomitable
spirit, character and wisdom whose
memory continues to guide and inspire us.
In honor of Simmy Jacoby
Thank you for being a true friend, mentor
and role model. Thank you for educating
our daughters with such dedication. Thank
you for giving so generously of your time
and effort to the community. May you
continue to go from strength to strength.
Susan & Abe Zwany
Leah & Dov, Atara & Dovi,
Sharona & Yehuda Leib, Moshe & Esti
In tribute to my dear friend, Sima Jacoby, for receiving
the well-deserved “Akeres HaBayis award.”
With deep gratitude for the nurturing and guidance you
provided for our daughters. Your tireless dedication
to the Yeshiva has impacted all of our lives. You have
inspired two generations of students, while serving as
an outstanding role model and educator for the Greater
Washington community. May you see continued Nachas
from all your students as they cultivate the Torah values
that you have instilled in them.
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In loving memory of Rabbi Gedaliah Anemer, zt”l,
who, as Rosh HaYeshiva, had an enormous impact on
our lives and the lives of our children. The passion and
sincerity of his masterful teachings resonate within all of
us. As a giant pillar of the community, his extraordinary
influence has left a legacy that will always permeate the
Yeshiva and beyond.
Sue Dickstein
With deepest appreciation and reverence
for R’ Gedaliah Anemer, zt”l.
We will be forever grateful to him for the warmth,
inspiration and Hadracha he, and tl”t, his Aishes
Chayil extended to us.
And with deep admiration and respect we pay tribute to
Mrs. Simmy Jacoby
and to the great man behind the great woman
Mr. Danny Jacoby
who, with their exceptional humility and grace, have
been instrumental in shaping and forming the Silver
Spring community “Bichlal” and the Yeshiva “Bi’frat”
as a true Makom Torah with their singular
dedication and commitment to Harbatzas Torah.
We feel incredibly grateful and privileged to have
been able to benefit from such extraordinary role
models and mentors.
Zvi & Esti Teitelbaum
Raphael & Chani Mendlowitz
For over fifty years Rabbi Gedaliah Anemer,
zt”l led the Yeshiva of Greater Washington
and the Greater Washington Orthodox
Jewish community with strict fidelity to
Torah, genuine personal concern for every
individual and impeccable integrity. It is
incumbent on us all, and especially the
Yeshiva, to strive each and every day to be
faithful to his extraordinary example.
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With deep appreciation and great respect
we salute our dear friend Mrs. Sima
Jacoby for her years of devotion to the
Yeshiva and to the girls of our community.
Marilyn & Judah Lifschitz
In honor of our beloved “Mrs. J,” $”WME
our principal, our teacher, and our friend.
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The one concerned about a year plants wheat,
The one concerned about years plants trees,
The one concerned about generations educates people.
Words cannot adequately express our appreciation
for the care and love you give your TWDYMLT .
Thank you for mentoring two generations of the
Halpern/Wakschlag family!
In tribute to the memory of our Rav, rabbi, and
teacher for nearly 40 years
Rabbi Myron & Gila (’79-’81) Wakschlag
Efraim (‘09), Naomi (‘11), Adina (‘12)
and Ahuva (‘16)
Mazel Tov to our dear friend and principal,
Mrs. Sima Jacoby!
For forty years, you have worked tirelessly to
promote the best in your students, faculty, and
staff. Professionally and personally, your devotion,
love, and friendship have touched each of us,
and we are all better people for having had the
opportunity to work with you. You have been a
pillar that will be impossible to replace.
Gratefully,
Yehudis Arzouan, Esther Bardack,
Amanda Benedick, Chana Biberfeld,
Rhonda Browne, Laurie Cohen, Mike Colton,
Rabbi Yosef Furman, Shera Gaisin, Yudith Grun,
Ruchamah Leah Haley, Kate Hauprich,
Arona Hes, Yaffa Hill, Sara Hyatt,
Aliza Hollander, John Jamele, Avrum Leeder,
Wilfrid Petersberger, Victoria Plaza,
Shalva Resnick, Atara Rosenbaum,
Esther Schwarz, Sara Malka Winter,
Pam Wolfe, Sarah Wolfe, Nechama Zakem
We cannot adequately express our profound
sense of gratitude to Rabbi Anemer, zt”l for
all that he did for the Greater Washington
Jewish Community, in general, and for
Congregation Young Israel Ezras Israel of
Potomac, in particular. We are committed to
honoring his memory by remaining faithful to
the Mesora to which he dedicated his life and
to supporting the Yeshiva which he loved.
A tremendous Yasher Koach to Mrs. Jacoby
for her seminal contributions to the Girls
School and to Washington Jewry.
Rabbi Yosef Singer
Daniel Chefitz, President
Rebbitzen Anemer and the entire Anemer Family,
Our Hakaras HaTov goes to you for sharing Rabbi
Anemer with the greater community for so many years.
The Rav was a giant with gentleness who envisioned,
persevered and succeeded in building the vibrant Jewish
community we have today. It is most fitting that the
Yeshiva, which he founded and loved, will bear his
name. May Hashem grant health and Hatzlacha for the
extended Anemer family in his merit.
With admiration,
Pamela & Daniel Ely
---------------------Mrs. Jacoby,
What a wonderful opportunity to publicly thank you
for your caring and devotion to the Yeshiva and your
Talmidos. You are a true role model for all of the girls
who graced our halls, teaching and guiding them for
more than four decades. We wish you the very best as
you move to the next chapter of your life.
With love,
Pamela & Daniel Ely
---------------------Mrs. Jacoby - thank you for…EVERYTHING!
love, Zoe
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---------------------Mazel Tov to Mrs. Sima Jacoby A”UYLT upon receiving
the Akeres HaBayis award recognizing her longstanding
dedication and leadership in the Yeshiva
Hersh & Chana Mendlowitz
Avrum Moshe & Yehudith Friedmann and family
Abbe & Adena Mendlowitz and family
Yossi & Sarah Scheller and family
May the Yeshiva continue to thrive and
influence our Kehillah for another Yovel
and beyond as it builds upon the living
legacy of my Rabbi who named me and
was there at my Bar Mitzvah, my Rebbi in
Yeshiva, our Misader Kiddushin, and the
Kohain who redeemed our Bechor Daniel.
May his passion for Torah and Middos
remain ingrained in all of us forever.
We are grateful that the community is
blessed by such devoted women of valor as
Rebbetzin Anemer and Mrs. Jacoby.
Ari & Suzy Israel
With deep respect and appreciation for,
and in memory of,
Rosh HaYeshiva and Mara D’asra
and in gratitude and honor of
Mrs. Sima Jacoby,
Rabbi Yitzchok Merkin,
and the entire Yeshiva staff.
Thank you for your service
to the Yeshiva and to our community.
Judy & Sheldon Klein
In honor of
who with the love and support of
Rebbitzen Anemer helped establish and
build the Yeshiva of Greater Washington.
In honor of Mrs. Sima Jacoby, who with
dedication to the school and devotion to
her students, helped make the Yeshiva of
Greater Washington a success.
With sincere appreciation,
Marilyn & Don Schwartz and family
Mazel Tov to the Yeshiva on reaching the
milestone of 50 years of serving such a vital
role in our community. B’ezras Hashem the
Yeshiva should continue to be Matzliach in
perpetuating the legacy of HaRav Anemer,
zt”l and Yibodu Lechaim his esteemed
Rebbetzin, Shetichye.
Mazel Tov also to Mrs. Jacoby with
appreciation for her many years of
devotion to educating the girls of our
community.
Nechemia & Naomi Mond
We pay deep respect to the
memory and legacy of
whose foresight and leadership were
crucial to establishing the vibrant
Orthodox community that is Silver Spring.
Simmy, we thank you for your decades of
service educating and guiding so many of
our community’s young women, for being a
living model of Torah values, and for over
35 years of friendship.
Lynne & Judah Mogilensky
Mazel Tov to the Yeshiva of Greater
Washington on achieving this great
milestone. May the teachings and wisdom
of Rabbi Anemer, zt”l, continue to guide
its administration. Thank you to Mrs.
Sima Jacoby for more than 40 years of
leadership at the Girls Division of YGW
and influencing the lives and careers of
hundreds of young women.
Les & Lori Ulanow
Dear Mrs. Jacoby,
This ad is just a small token of our appreciation for all
that you have done for us personally and the Yeshiva as
a whole. We feel fortunate to have been able to benefit
not just from your tireless dedication to the Yeshiva in
building a stellar secular studies department, but as the
mother of our friend. We wish you much HXLCH in all of
you future endeavors.
We would like to extend a special thank you to Rebbitzen
Anemer and the entire Anemer HXP$M for building the
Yeshiva and the Greater Washington community into an
outstanding HRWT OWQM. We especially enjoyed our Friday
HKLH classes with Rabbi Anemer.
The YGW Girls Class of 1999
Leah (Zwany) Eidelman, Rochel (Harbater) Friedman,
Bracha Gold, Laya (Katz) Greengart, Fayga Grossblatt,
Janna (Zaslow) Henesch, Sarabeth (Needle) Lefman,
Tammy (Golan) Lempel, Naomi (Kolatch) Marcus,
Batya (Greengart) Preiser, Rebekah (Chaifetz) Saltzman,
Serena (Goodman) Singer, Aliza (Diamond) Statman,
Lani (Goldberg) White
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In recognition of his leadership
in building and guiding the Yeshiva
from its very inception.
Dr. Lee M. Spetner
Shlomo & Mindy Spetner
Yoni & Devora Adler
In Appreciation to
Mrs. Sima Jacoby
“A TKNXM par excellence”
Shlomo & Mindy Spetner
Yoni & Devora Adler
Mazel Tov
M arvelous, masterful TKNXM and mentor
R ousing, resolute role-model
S mart, skillful, supportive, spaghetti dinner supervisor
J oyful, jocund, judicious G.O. guide
A ctive, attentive, articulate, analytical adviser C aring, compassionate, committed coach
O utstanding, original, optimistic organizer
B rilliant, bright, balanced builder of TWNB
Y outhful, yearns for YPWY of yeshiva TWDLY
on a well deserved honor!
We congratulate the Yeshiva on a fitting tribute to
Rabbi Anemer
the larger than life Rosh Hayeshiva and founder
who touched so many and built so much.
In gratitude,
Elyssa (Cahan) & Jeff Aftel
Aviva (Arzouan) & Eilan Aghbashoff
Leah (Solomon) & Yitz Greenman
Adina (Hordes) & Josh Pruzansky
Sojourners of the YGW Girls Class of 1987
In honor of our dear friend
Sima Jacoby.
May we continue to celebrate Simchas
together for many years to come.
Yitzchak & Deena Perelmuter
and family
Dear Mrs. Jacoby,
When I heard from Chana Biberfeld that you were retiring I am not
sure what thoughts first entered my mind. How will the school ever replace
you? While I never had you as a teacher or principal, working under someone
such as yourself was a privilege and an honor. You were and continue to be a
role model not only to myself, but to all the students who passed through the
Yeshiva of Greater Washington, as well as the staff.
You always radiated curiosity and a love of learning that never ceased
to amaze me. You were well versed in all subjects, and you were able to
contribute to conversations about anything, from molecular biology, chemistry,
English syntax, any period of history, and so much more. You had a thirst to
continue to improve, which affected the teachers. The fact that after years and
years of teaching you still read articles and looked for advice in how to be an
excellent teacher was always inspiring. It was far from uncommon for me to
have an article printed in my box about new ideas on teaching chemistry, or
biological problems in modern medicine etc. It was this that showed that you
cared about learning, and were excited by it, which, as teachers, is so important
for us to model.
You fought for what was right, whether it was for specific needs of
students, the needs of the teachers, or advocating for parents. Even if it was
not easy, and you knew it would be a fight, you were willing to take a stand if
you felt it was correct and the proper thing to do. As well, you were humble,
and willing to admit when you made a mistake and do your best to rectify it.
This is truly the sign of a great person. You worked hard to negotiate all of the
various needs of the students, parents and teachers with grace, understanding
and love. You made sure to show mercy and compassion with students when
necessary and to take a tough stand when it was required, and you did it
with love, modeling Hashem in this world. The student as a whole was your
concern, not just their academic growth, but also their spiritual and emotional
development.
I thank you for being such an amazing role model for myself, the staff,
and all the girls who through your guidance have and will continue to grow to
be Bnos Yisroel and bring the light of Torah to their own families.
Shira Kasser
We would like to join the
in celebrating the legacy of
and
Mrs. Sima Jacoby
for her hard work and dedication
toward the Yeshiva
and the Greater Washington Community
803 Montrose Road, Rockville, MD 20852
In Tribute to the Memory of
HaRav Gedalia Anemer, zt”l
Rabbi Anemer’s foresight and wisdom so
enhanced and advanced Orthodox Judaism in the
Greater Washington area.
Rabbi Anemer’s counsel was sought by young
and old and his leadership impacted generations.
Being in Rabbi Anemer’s presence gave one a
glimpse into the glory and greatness of the Telshe
Yeshiva from which he came.
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Rabbi Eliezer Kreiser
Mark Lautman, President
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In appreciation of more than 50 years of
inspiration & guidance from
Rabbi Gedaliah Anemer HaCohen, zt”l
& Mrs. Yocheved Anemer and family
In honor of Mrs. Sima Jacoby
With gratitude for her partnership in raising our
daughter, & countless number of daughters.
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Many daughters have amassed achievement,
but you surpassed them all.
Sarah (Holstein) & David Maslow
Dina & Adam Lancer
Aleeza & Natanel Lebowitz
Jonathan & Bat-Sheva Maslow
and families
Yeshiva High School graduates,
1967, 1992, 1994, 1997
In honor of
Our revered Rabbi and Teacher, upon the
naming of the Yeshiva in his memory.
Rebbitzen, it has been such an honor to
know you and the Rabbi. May Hashem grant
you so much Nachas from your wonderful
family, in good health and happiness.
Mrs. Jacoby,
your work on behalf of our community’s
girls (and boys!) has been a labor of
love. Your efforts over four decades set a
standard for all to follow.
Joel & Evelyn Davis
In honor of
Moreinu Rabbi Gedaliah Anemer, zt”l
Whose Hadracha in so many aspects of our lives will
never be forgotten. Words cannot possibly express
the Hakaras HaTov we have for all that he did for
the community, for the Yeshiva, and for our family.
Mazel Tov to the Yeshiva for taking this important
step in naming the Yeshiva in his memory.
Mrs. Jacoby, A”UXLBT, you also have done
so much for us. Our girls graduated (and will
graduate, H”EB!) from the Yeshiva, and your efforts
for our community, the Yeshiva, and our family
likewise make us so grateful to you. A special
Yasher Koach to your wonderful husband, R’
Danny, for sharing you with us all of these years.
Pinchus & Nechama Idstein
Yitzchok & Leeba Mark
Dovid & Shoshana Lebovits
Mazel Tov and Kol Tuv
to the Yeshiva and
your honorees on this
special anniversary!
Reaching 50 is a landmark
and a well-deserved
mark of success.
From the publication for those 50+
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In eternal memory of our founder, guiding light and teacher
As his life’s enterprise, the Yeshiva reaches its jubilee milestone.
The rock solid foundations that he laid,
The love of Torah and study that he imbued it with,
The fear of G-d that he instilled therein,
And the wisdom that guided it in difficult moments.
Have brought us to this very day of celebration.
May the continuing flourishing of his life work be an eternal blessing to his memory.
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Rabbi Aaron & Mrs. Yaffa Lopiansky
Rabbi Eli & Mrs. Rachelle Reingold
Rabbi Amram & Mrs. Arona Hes, Rabbi Dovid & Mrs. Sarah Hyatt,
Rabbi Pinchus & Mrs. Nechama Idstein, Rabbi Reuvain & Mrs. Dorit Kasierer,
Rabbi Zev & Esti Katz, Rabbi Eliezer & Mrs. Perel Kreiser,
Rabbi Usher & Mrs. Hennie Laifer, Rabbi Dovid & Mrs. Hadassah Katzenstein,
Rabbi Akiva & Mrs. Shani Leiman, Rabbi Dovid and Robin Niman,
Rabbi Raphael & Mrs. Chani Mendlowitz,
Rabbi Binyamin Sanders, Rabbi Yitzchak & Mrs. Aliza Scher,
Rabbi Zvi & Mrs. Esther Teitelbaum
In honor of Mrs. Sima Jacoby whose outstanding
service to the community as Dean of Girls at the
Yeshiva has been a source of strength and inspiration
to the entire religious community of Greater
Washington. We are proud that our neighbor
and friend has made such such an outstanding
contribution to Jewish education.
Rabbi Moshe Bleich
Carrol Cowan
Eileen Cytryn
Earl Dotter & Debra Stern
Charles & Marla Fogelman
Harold & Rena Fruchter
Harold & Phyllis Goldsmith
The Greenbergs
Yosef Oliker
David & Micheline Peller
Arnold & Lisa Rosenthal
Jerry & Toby Saunders
Jay & Sharon Schlaffer
Bonnie & Samuel Sislen
Asher & Gillian Weinberg
With deep respect to the memory of a dear
friend and a great Rabbi, whose Torah
teaching will endure forever.
And to Mrs. Sima Jacoby whose service to
the Yeshiva and to the religious community
is very much appreciated.
Lewis Kest
Thank you Mrs. Jacoby
You have been the Akeres HaBayis of the Yeshiva
in so many ways. Thank you for all the years of
hard work, of caring, and of worrying about the
success of the Yeshiva and your Talmidos. Thank
you especially for the endless hours of counsel
that you and R’ Danny shared with me around
the dining room (and now the kitchen!) table as
we debated the Derech Hayoshor about so many
things, Yeshiva related and otherwise (R’ Danny
always won!).
Thank you Rebbitzen Anemer for being you.
For being a true bearer of the Mesorah of
Klal Yisroel. For being a guide and source of
inspiration to so many here and beyond,
And for all of the Chesed that you and Rav
Anemer, zt”l have showered on me, though I was
undeserving.
Binyamin Sanders
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We thank Hashem for having given us the privilege of being
in the presence of a true Gadol B’Yisroel who sheltered us and
sustained us for so many years. Every word he said, every word
of Torah, every Bracha he gave to the children, every joke,
every word of Chizuk and Musar will stay with us forever.
Binyamin Sanders and family
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Rebbitzen Anemer, our thoughts and our
daily Brachos are with you, that H”QBH
should give you continued good health and
Nachas from all your Silver Spring devotees
whose lives you have touched and enhanced
in so many ways over the years.
Mrs. Jacoby, the greatest testimony to your
many years of selfless dedication to nurturing
our B’nos Yisroel is the success they have
achieved in raising new generations of
Yiddishe Neshamos to be Ovdei Hashem!
Jimmy & Ita Mond and family
Sima Jacoby - Akeres Habayis Award Recipient
Mrs. Linda Rishe and Mrs. Sarah Landesman - Honorary Chairs
Rebitzen Anemer and children Rav Zev and Rav Yisroel, Ati, and Chaya
Mr.Shlomo Spetner
Banquet Committee
Yeshiva High School staff and entire student body
Congratulations to all of you.
I was indeed honored and deeply touched to receive your beautiful invitation
to such a milestone event - 50th annual banquet.
Rabbi Gedalia Anemer, zt”l, and myself and certainly my beloved parents of
blessed memory, Abe & Sadie Jacobs, go back a long time. As a youngster I
remember Davening in the temporary Shomrai Emunah Shul - Rabbi & Mrs.
Anemer’s basement. Finally, the University Blvd. and Arcola Shul buildings were
constructed. Then, thanks to Rabbi Anemer’s conviction and deep foresight, the
Yeshiva was founded. I remember, as a young Yeshiva Bachur, feeling so proud
that I could now boast that my hometown also had a Yeshiva. Throughout the
years Rabbi & Mrs. Anemer have inspired me deeply and even today I go often
to his Kever on Har Hamenuches for solace. May you all go LYX LE LYXM and be
blessed from Above with only continued Bracha V’Hatzlachah.
Simmy - We could think of no other person more deserving for such an award
than you. As a young beginning teacher and youth director in Silver Spring,
‘way back then’ I was very inspired by you and indeed would try to emulate
you and Danny – both of you possess such exemplary Midot Tovot and such
deep insight into children and their educational needs. I especially gained
immensely by observing how you both so beautifully related and raised your
own children, some of whom I was privileged to teach. May you have only
continued Nachas from your own personal family and from your extended
family of hundreds of Talmidos.Take care of yourself and when you visit Eretz
Yisrael please be in touch. Mazel tov! We indeed share in your simcha.
Sincerely and with blessings from Eretz Tzion,
Yeshayahu & Rivkah Jacobs
In honor of
Sima Jacoby
Master Teacher
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Your influence on generations of
girls is legendary.
We are privileged to be your friends.
Nachum & Zipora Schorr
We join the Yeshiva of Greater
Washington in commemorating the
renaming of the Yeshiva for
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A OKX DYMLT of great stature and a
Torah pioneer in America. We wish
you continued growth and HXLCH.
Dovid & Batsheva Schnell
and family
Chicago, IL
S - Smart, Sensitive, Sympathetic
I - Innovative, Interesting, Interested
M - Morah par excellence, Mentor to Many
A - Accomplished, Adventurous
J - Judaic Studies and Jewish Life Cycle expert
A - Advisor and Advocate for staff and students
C - Community leader, caring and compassionate
O - Open mind, Open house
B - Beyond the call of duty
Y - YGW’s precious treasure
Mazel Tov from
Emil & Sarah Braun
With continuous and renewed
Hakaros HaTov for the many Brachos
that have come to us through
the Rosh HaYeshiva, zt”l, and
through the tireless Harbatzos Torah
of the Anemer, Katz, and Jacoby
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Dear Mrs. Jacoby,
Mazel Tov on this well deserved honor.
We have fond memories of our years
together in Yeshiva high school!
Ottie Anemer Kahana and
Chaya Anemer Weber
Rabbi Anemer, zt”l, played a central role in
building our Jewish community. I worked with
him on the Mikvah, for the Yeshiva, and consulted
with him on the Chevra Kadisha. But, when I
reflect on his legacy, I feel a personal debt of
gratitude for his kindness to me when I was
in mourning for my parents. He answered my
questions promptly and tried to make it as easy
as possible. May his memory be a blessing for his
family and all of us, Linda Rishe
L’iluy Nishmat Rabbi Gedaliah Anemer, zt”l
who had a vision and followed his dream.
Dear Simmy,
You have worked heroically throughout the years and
our children and grandchildren are the beneficiaries of
your dedication. May HaShem grant you and Danny
many happy and healthy years together so that you can
enjoy this new stage in your lives.
Love,
Leah Lipman Zeiger & Allen Zeiger
In memory of
my eighth grade Rebbe at Hebrew
Academy of Cleveland, Ohio and in honor
of Rebbitzen Yocheved Anemer and the
entire Anemer Family.
Yosef Davis, Chicago
Thanks to Rabbi, zt”l, & Mrs. Anemer for the
tremendous effort and success in establishing a
strong center of Jewish orthodoxy and learning in
Montgomery County. Thanks to Rabbi Anemer,
zt”l for being such a decent, down-to-earth
human being, who also happened to be a Gadol
HaDor. Thanks to Mrs. Anemer for her warmth
and positive vibes.
Laurie & Stuart Cohen
With Hakaras Hatov to
Rabbi, zt”l, & Rebbitzen Anemer
The impact of your leadership, guidance,
and friendship has helped shape our lives
for the better.
With much gratitude,
Devorah & Meir Resnick
In honor of the accomplishments of Mrs. Sima
Jacoby throughout her illustrious career educating
and molding the young women of our community.
In recognition of Mr. & Mrs. Danny Jacoby:
role models, pillars, and builders of the Greater
Washington Orthodox community. We thank you
for your support, encouragement, and Chizuk
from the moment we moved to Woodside.
Devora & Moshe Walter
In memory of our Zeidy, zt”l,
who showed us what can be accomplished
with true devotion to HaShem and Klal Yisroel.
And in honor of our dear
Bubby, ‘YXT$
who stood staunchly at his side for all these years,
enabling his great accomplishments.
Ezzy & Menucha,
Shana, Gedalia, and Boruch Dov
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raise the level of OYM$ DWBK and TWWCMB TWRYHZ of this wonderful
community. The “products” mirror their “producers”, the HLHNH and
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In tribute to
Simmy Jacoby
Thank you for all of your efforts.
Mazel Tov and our very best wishes.
Ellen Finkelman, Ethel & Judah Goldwasser,
Nancy & Eric Nelkin, and Jane & Richard Sassoon
In memory of Rabbi Gedaliah Anemer, zt”l,
whose vision and leadership in the community and
school have influenced our family’s growth over
generations.
To Sima Jacoby, with Hakaras HaTov for your
devotion in teaching and guiding our children.
Mazel Tov on a most-deserved honor.
Marshall & Sigla Potter and Family
Mrs. Jacoby
You remember us, we are the fun class of 1994. We made you
slightly crazy: the séances, life cycle questions, our mother
daughter productions, the general drama of our everyday
lives. Many of us went on to careers in education and yes, we
have become adults with no small credit to you! We are so
glad you are still part of our lives and we are part of yours.
Mazel Tov
Rachel Blaney, Sharon Levi, Sima Holland,
Yocheved Landesman, Atara Rosenbaum, Elana Garfield,
Rookie Gross, Chaya Lutzky, and Eva Soller
To the Rosh Yeshiva
and Rabanim V’Talmidim,
congratulations and Mazel Tov
on the Shanas Yovel of YGW!
Yehuda & Aziza Benguigui and family
In tribute to an unparalleled educator
Mrs. Sima Jacoby.
With unwavering dedication, compassion and wisdom you have influenced
the lives of countless students. Your integrity and refinement are inspiring
and you have left an indelible mark on me!
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With wisdom and with understanding and with knowledge
and in all types of work (Exodus 31:3)
-------------------------------------------Mrs. Yocheved Anemer,
The brilliant words of Torah Rabbi Anemer, zt”l, passionately taught
to thousands over the decades continue to reverberate. Your family’s
contributions in so many areas to Klal Yisrael are incalculable.
Mazel Tov on this befitting honor.
Atara Berliner
In memory of HaRav Gedaliah Anemer, zt”l
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It was a privilege for Rabbi Schwarz to be a guest
in the home of Rabbi Anemer and OYYXL LDBY his
Chosheva Rebbitzen, for the many years before
we moved to Silver Spring. It is a honor to be a
part of the Yeshiva of Greater Washington, the
Yeshiva Rabbi Anemer founded and led.
Avrohom & Esther Schwarz
In memory of
An outstanding Talmid Chochom and a
humanitarian community leader.
Mrs. Eva Goldfeder
Mazel Tov to the Yeshiva of Greater Washington on its 50th Year.
In honor of Mrs. Jacoby, who taught, guided, and mentored us,
and who encouraged each of us to strive to be our own paradigm of an LYX T$A.
May you continue to reap TXN from your students.
TM$N YWLEL Rabbi Anemer, zt”l,
whose tremendous impact and HEP$H on the community continues to
ripple through so many lives, profoundly affecting them - with ours among them.
Girls Division Class of 2001
Jackie Barratt, Adina (Marizan) Bitton, Elisheva (Bresler) Carl, Miriam (Feldman)
Dancziger, Eliana (Rose) Daniel, Tova (Delman) Kober, Rachael (Kahana) Feinberg,
Samantha (Tenenbaum) Freedman, Temi (Pieprz) Glazer, Keren Golan, Yocheved
(Goldstein) Gold, Shoshana Herman, Devorah (Gewirtz) Locker, Peshe (Crystal)
Mael, Deborah (Goldberg) Moore, Shani (Rubenstein) Raice, Elisheva (Klein)
Rennert, Shoshana (Meltzer) Reuveni, Tirtza (Isaacs) Rothman, Aida (Geisinsky)
Shusterman, Adina (Hirschberg) Sklar, Shoshana (Arzouan) Suchoff, Mira (Barr)
Winokur, Marcie Wittlin, Shoshana (Mendlowitz) Zaslow, and Avigayil Zemelman
With our great admiration and affection for
Sima Jacoby.
Stuart & Helaine Smith
Rabbi Anemer has been an integral part of the Ginsburg family from when
my parents moved to Silver Spring in 1962, until the end of his life. In 1962
my grandparents were very concerned about my parents moving to Silver
Spring which had no Orthodox Shul at that time. Rabbi Anemer reassured
my grandparents that the Shul would be built, and Silver Spring would
someday have a thriving Orthodox community. In our house when my
father referred to the “Rabbi,” we all knew that he meant Rabbi Anemer. My
siblings and I grew up in Young Israel Shomrai Emunah where we learned to
Daven, and how important a Shul is to a community. Later we attended the
Yeshiva High School where Rabbi Anemer was both our Rosh Yeshiva and
Rebbe. He taught us both through his Shiurim and by his own example what
it means to be a Ben or Bas Torah. May his memory be for a blessing.
Raphael Ginsburg
Mrs. Jacoby,
We think of you as a partner in helping
raise children actively involved in Torah
and Mitzvos. Thank you for the many
generations to come.
Larry Paine, Max & Deborah Rudmann
In honor of Mrs. Jacoby ‘YXT$ - You held us to the highest standards, so we knew that you
believed we could achieve greatness. You pushed us to do our best in every area of life, but
greatness was not defined by academic achievement or by intellectual heights, certainly not
by SAT scores. At times when we degraded ourselves by our choices, you turned a mirror
on us and challenged us to confront our true worth: VDWBK YPL AL HZ. To be taught by you
is to be inspired by you. Your classes were poetry and prose at once. (The lesson did not
need to be officially $DWQ YDWMYL; I clearly remember a Hebrew language class that became
a forum for life lessons.) You speak the loftiest of ideals in the most down-to-earth and
attainable language, IZWAL OYEM$NH OYRBD. You took our ideas and our questions with the
utmost seriousness, whether in 7th grade Chumash or in 12th grade Jewish Life Cycle. You
respected our intellectual struggle and you channeled it toward spiritual growth. Seeing the
humility you demonstrated in your own relationship with Torah and its scholars, could not
help but impact us. Watching you as an administrator is a daily RSWM lesson in TWZYRZ, HWNE
and TWYRXA. “If I don’t do it, who will?” So you did it. And you kept doing so many things
(many nowhere in your job description) day after day, year after year, decade after decade.
But perhaps most inspiring is to see how you live your own life. Together with your BW$X
husband, you exude TWERW OWL$ ,HWXAW HBHA. Together you made HRWT and RWBYC YKRC the
focus, not HSNRP and TWYM$G. May we all be HKWZ to many years of continued inspiration from
you. May you gain much TXN from your family and all those you have impacted.
Gratefully,
Dovid & Atara Rosenbaum (‘94)
We join in honoring the indelible memory
of Rabbi Gedaliah Anemer, zt”l, and the
myriad contributions to our community of
our dear friend of over 50 years
Sue & Jacques Gorlin
Jerusalem, Israel
In memory of my
Rebbe and mentor, Rabbi Anemer, zt”l.
With deep appreciation for his personal
example of reaching high in Ameilus
BaTorah and Jewish living.
Ely Landman
To the best Teacher in the world:
We know in Yeshiva you’re Mrs. Jacoby,
but to us you’ll always be
Shares in our good times and hard times
Attuned to the needs of others
Voracious reader
Teacher of how to live a Torah’dik and satisfying life
Always there for us
Love,
Your “grown-up” grandchildren:
Esti and Moshe Dovid, Nosson and Libi, Rivka and Eli,
Sarah, Yitz, and Nosson R.
Salute the Honorees and the The Yeshiva.
Thank you for providing us with a beautiful campus in
the heart of Silver Spring.
Rabbi Yair Friedman - Director
Rabbi Shmuel Lichtenstein - Head Counselor Boys Division
Mrs. Reva Friedman - Head Counselor G2
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We join with the Yeshiva in expressing our deep appreciation
of Rabbi Anemer, zt”l, as an inspiring and impactful teacher,
mentor, Rav and community leader. His insightful words and
meaningful teachings constitute his primary memorial.
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As my classroom teacher so many years ago, and a continuing
role model of Torah and Derech Eretz in the Yeshiva and greater
Silver Spring community, we join in honoring Mrs. Simi Jacoby.
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Aryeh & Debi Brandriss Furst
In memory of Rabbi Anemer, zt”l.
With his great vision he established our school. His outlook
and influence were directly communicated to us by our
beloved principal and teacher, Mrs. Jacoby. Thank you, Mrs.
Jacoby, for teaching us and reaching us in and beyond the
classroom in your role of teacher, student council coordinator,
activity advisor, personal advisor, and everything in between.
YGW Girls Class of 1992
Yehudis, Lisa, Rivka, Devora, Miriam, Dina,
Shuli, Netanya, Shonnie, Debbie, Elisheva,
Penina, Allison, Rachel, and Daniela
Mazel Tov Mrs. Jacoby on this welldeserved honor. Thank you for all of your
support and guidance over the years.
You have been, and continue to be, an
exemplary role model for us.
With love,
This is a beautiful tribute to Sima Jacoby
for all her tireless efforts on behalf of the
Yeshiva. We are grateful for the many
connections we have with the Jacobys.
Thank you Savta!
We will always be indebted to Rabbi Anemer,
zt”l, for building this community. He was a
shining example for us and our children.
Yoel & Naomi Schwartz
Mazel Tov Mrs. Jacoby on your “graduation”!
Looking back, we realize how much we gained
from your guidance and your example. Thank you
for all of the time and effort that you put into uswe hope that you received a good return on your
investment. May you continue to have Nachas
from your family and your many Talmidos!
Love,
In tribute to Mrs. Jacoby,
No awards would suffice to acknowledge what you have meant to
our community in general, and to us, your students, in particular.
Throughout our entire lives, you have embodied the essence of
what it means to be a Bas Yisroel. At school, in Shul, or in our
home, your presence had a tremendous impact on our upbringing
and we always looked up to you as a role model. Today, as we
watch our own families grow, BH, our Torah homes are imbued
with your influence and inspiration. May you continue to see
Nachas from the “fruits of your labor” for many years to come.
With love and admiration,
The Dickstein girls
Miriam, Atara, Shira, and Devorah
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(Proverbs 31:26)
Mazel Tov Mrs. Jacoby!
Thank you for your devotion, patience, and
insight! We are honored to have had you
as our teacher, advisor, and role model.
Yeshiva won’t be the same without you.
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Rabbi Anemer, zt”l’s light eternally shines in the heart of my family.
He was our Posek, psychologist, teacher and friend in all aspects of our
lives. My second and third generations are built upon the foundations
which he built in this community.
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Sima, you have been my friend since we were ten. You were the one in high
school who prodded me to grow intellectually. As a colleague I have witnessed
you nurture generations of students in both Judaic and Secular knowledge.
You are a role model to me of the perfect Jewish Renaissance woman, a
woman who, while raising an exemplary family, manages to continue to grow ,
to do Chesed, and to guide young women in the path of Torah.
Shaine Spolter
To our ever-beloved Mrs. J,
From the group who knew you “back in the day.”
We’re the ones who wore clogs and jean skirts to school,
And had yearbook meetings with the boys, (which then was still “cool”).
That’s when the Yeshiva was still just YHS,
And yet you managed to set us on the road to success.
Your example gave us much for which to aspire,
And it will continue to long after the day you retire.
So thank you, thank you, for helping each of us fly,
Remember, this is just Lihitraot, but never goodbye.
And with warm memories and gratitude to Rabbi Anemer, zt”l,
we are the class of 1979-1982:
Shulie (Bramson) Bergman, Miriam (Weiss) Friedman, Adina Rishe Gewirtz,
Elana (Goldberger) Grayman, Devorah (Landesman) Grayson,
Margaret Kramer Herzog, Sharona (Shotkin) Shapiro,
Laura (Eschwege) Tokayer, Gila (Halpern) Wakschlag, Naomi (Siegman) Zivotofsky
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“And those who teach righteousness to the masses will shine like the stars forever and ever”
[this verse refers to] those who teach Torah to children. (Bava Basra 8)
Just as the stars continue to shine and influence the world even during the day when they
can not be seen, so, too, the influence of those who educate the young continues even when
the teacher is not present. (Maharsha)
We, the Girls’ Alumni Class of 1990, were fortunate to be taught and influenced by Rabbi
Gedaliah Anemer, zt”l and T”XLBY, Mrs. Sima Jacoby ‘YXT$ our high school years. The
lessons we learned from them whether in or out of the classroom, through direct teaching
or by example, in knowledge, Hashkafos or Middos, and always with warmth and love, are
ones which have endured even after we were no longer in their presence. Our lives and
the lives of our families bear the mark of these quintessential Torah educators.
Mazel tov on this well deserved honor!
Miriam (Gaisin) Adler, Maya (Braun) Feder, Julianna (Gottlieb) Friedman,
Chavi (Sussman) Goffin, Mimi (Merkin) Gold, Atara (Dickstein) Lavi,
Rebecca (Morris) Lefkowitz, Yael (Blejer) Muskat, Esther (Charner) Pransky,
Sora (Suslovich) Simblist, Devorah (Winter) Slater, Sabrina (Gilbert) Spector
In Memory of Rabbi Anemer, zt”l
We have benefited in so many ways from Rabbi Anemer’s vision and work in establishing
the community and the school. We feel so fortunate to have had the opportunity to be
taught Hilchos Bishul by Rabbi Anemer and to have experienced his Gadlus, warmth, and
nobility up close.
In Honor of Mrs. Jacoby, L”BY
Thank you for the innumerable ways in which you contributed to our YGW education and
experience. Thank you for your patience, wisdom, and wit, which helped make our time
in YGW so productive and enjoyable. You will always be a role model and a true example
to us of an Aishes Chayil and “Akeres HaBayis” – teaching us the Chashivus of a woman’s
role in her home and being a builder of our Yeshiva “home.”
Mazel Tov on this well deserved honor!
Fondly,
Mazel Tov! to the Yeshiva for it s 50 years of Service to the Jewish community.
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who directed us, and our community,
on a path of Torah, a path of life.
In honor of Mrs. Jacoby who guided us along our
journeys on this path of Torah, this path of life.
Thank you from the depths of our hearts.
We hope we are a source of endless Nachas.
Mazel Tov Mrs. Jacoby!
Fondly,
In honor of Mrs. Jacoby
With tremendous Hakaras Hatov for
everything that you have done for us, the
Girls’ Yeshiva and the entire community.
May you continue to be a role model,
to educate and inspire.
Yakir & Lea Schechter
In memory of our Morah D’asra, beloved
Rav, visionary, and teacher,
And in honor of our daughters’
(2 generations) caring, inspiring teacher,
who continues to keep them in her heart,
Mrs. Sima Jacoby.
With admiration,
Rabbi Saul & Susan Koss
It is a tremendous zechus to live in a community that was established by great Torah luminaries.
Among those giants stood HaRav Anemer, zt”l. The Yeshiva is his Yeshiva which was
established with Mesiras Nefesh and built with the highest regard for Da’as Torah. We
fervently desire to continue Rabbi Anemer’s legacy by transmitting his love for Torah and the
responsibility of bearing its mantle to the next generation. Yehee Zichro Boruch.
In honor of our esteemed honoree, friend, and mentor - Mrs. Sima Jacoby
who has served as principal for our family for two generations. You have enhanced
our community with your leadership, love for Torah, wisdom, energy, enthusiasm, and
scholarship. You have been a role model with your consistency and selflessness for the
spiritual and material welfare for the girls who have been educated in the Yeshiva and for
the community at large. You always seek to learn and grow from life’s circumstances and
challenges, and your influence and impact will always be part of our lives.
With admiration and respect,
Chaim & Chana Biberfeld and Family
As a former student and now colleague, It is a true merit to work under Mrs. Jacoby’s
tutelage, one which I highly cherish and thank Hashem for everyday…
Mrs. Jacoby, you have taught me the art of always being a student and the value of trust.
With deep love and Hakaros Hatov,
Chana
To our Honoree and Principal, Mrs. Sima Jacoby
who taught, guided, lead, and developed us as young women
in Klal Yisroel. We still benefit greatly from all the energy
that you invested in us and into the school.
With much Hakaros HaTov,
Rivka Bart, Chana Biberfeld, Esti Cantor, Judi Dimbert,
Yehudis Furman, Zehava Goldenberg, Tzippora Guttman,
Tami Katzoff, Sara Ronen, Sarah Kreisler, Hana Russ,
Julie Schriber, Naomi Schwartz, and Aviva Shulman
For a dozen years (or more), a Nussbaum girl could be seen,
In the halls of the girls school, with Mrs. Jacoby, our Dean.
A role model for us all, through word and through deed,
Teaching through example, and planting the seed.
Through your guidance and encouragement, young ladies we became,
We didn’t even mind when you mixed up our names.
As wives and mothers, (and a grandmother, too)
All of our Nachas, truly belongs to you!
Mazel Tov, Mrs. Jacoby on this well deserved honor!
L’zecher Nishmas Rabbi Gedaliah Anemer, zt”l, a Gadol who inspired and nurtured us
and all the students of the Yeshiva of Greater Washington.
Our deepest Hakaras HaTov goes to our special parents who sacrificed to send us to such a
wonderful institution and our “home away from home”, the esteemed Katz Mishpacha!
“The Nussbaum Girls”
Tziporah (Nussbaum) Guttman, Devorah (Nussbaum) Ray,
Yocheved (Nussbaum) Cohen, and Shoshana (Nussbaum) Plotkin
The entire extended Gaisin family stands in awe and gratitude regarding the
wonderful accomplishments of Rabbi Gedaliah Anemer, zt”l, our esteemed
Morah D’Asra for so many years! His positive vision, talent, and hard
work, fueled by his tremendous Yiras Shamayim, brought the Silver Spring
Community to our current, high quality religious life.
Mrs. Jacoby, we cannot even put into words the immeasurable impact you
have had on the education and spiritual development of the Gaisin women!
This honor is so well-deserved! We send you our heartfelt Hakaras HaTov,
and wish you and your family much Mazel and Bracha in the coming years.
Sheila & Allen Gaisin and Family
Miriam (& Elchanan) Adler
Meredith (& Tal) Benschar
Shera (& Reuven) Gaisin
With appreciation, gratitude and admiration for our dear friends
Rabbi Dovid & Mrs. Robin Niman,
Rabbi Pinchus & Mrs. Nechama Idstein
and ybcl”c in memory of Mr. Etan Savir
When the first 50 years of the Yeshiva’s history are recorded
your contributions to its success are extremely prominent. When
the history of the next 50 years is written the impact of your
influence will be clearly evident. We thank you for your efforts
on behalf of our children and may Hashem reward all of you for
your Mesiras Nefesh on behalf of His children with abundant
Nachas from all of your children.
Rabbi Zev & Estie Katz and family
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Rabbi Anemer frequently spoke of the importance of keeping
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the image of one’s father - before one’s eyes
so that one should not stray from the HRWSM.
We will forever be indebted to our Rav and Rebbe for not
only teaching us the many lessons to perpetuate the HRWSM,
but also for providing us with the image to emulate.
IWCR YHY that our Yeshiva should continue
to reflect Rabbi Anemer’s unique TWMD.
Moshe & Yehudis Arzouan
In honor of Mrs. Sima Jacoby
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It has been a pleasure working with you these past
nine years. You are a true role model for both the
students and staff. Your wisdom and Chessed are
apparent to all who have the privilege to know you.
May you and Mr. Jacoby be blessed
with long life, health and Nachas.
Avrohom & Esther Schwarz
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Dear Mrs. Jacoby,
It is truly awesome to contemplate the sheer number of students you
have taught, mentored and influenced by example over the years.
In our five to six year tenure at YGW, you spent countless hours
making sure that our education would be one of excellence. We were
also privileged to have you as our personal teacher in the classroom,
ensuring that we had the knowledge that we would need for life. You
patiently guided us through the ups and downs of high school and
the confusing maze of seminary applications, while preparing us for
our future roles as wives and mothers in Klal Yisroel. How can we
thank you for all you have invested in us? Our greatest thanks is the
perpetuation of the timeless values you have instilled in us with sweat,
tears- and most of all, love. Mazel Tov on this much deserved honor.
We dedicate this page
in memory of visionary and community builder:
In honor of our mentor and dear friend:
Mrs. Simi Jacoby
With appreciation to the entire Yeshiva of
Greater Washington staff.
Neil & Audrey Siegel and family
In tribute to our dear cousin
Sima Jacoby
for her forty years of service to the Yeshiva of
Greater Washington. We applaud your steadfast
dedication and commitment to furthering Jewish
education in Silver Spring. May you, together
with your husband Danny, be Zocheh to reap the
well deserved blessings from all your hard work.
Ruthie & Hillel Kellerman
With Hakarat Ha’Tov, love and respect we honor you,
Mrs. Jacoby. Your energy and enthusiasm for teaching
- as evident by your prance-like walk through the halls
of the Yeshiva - reflected your care and concern for
each of us. You have impacted who we are today as
Torah Jews and strong women within our communities.
B’Hatzlacha as you enter the next stage of your life.
You will always be a Mechanechet!
Ellen ( Bart) Krischer, Simi (Rottenberg) Franco,
Aviva (Goodman) Rosen, and Haya (Pomeranz) Tepper
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L”QWCZ REMENYYA IHKH BAZ R”B ‘YLDG R”HWM G”HRH
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Nachum & Zipora Schorr
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May his legacy of DSXW HQDC ,HRWT
continue to live on in the OYBWU OY$EM of his LYX T$A,
Rebbitzen Yocheved Anemer A”UYLT$
and their dear children and Chushav Mechutonim
Rabbi & Mrs. Nachman Kahana
Rabbi & Mrs. Yisroel Anemer.
Having had such a father surely gives them QWZYX,
and may they have a HMXN from the realization
of his dreams in the next generations T”YHZEB.
Shmuel & Esther Rieder and family
Avrohom & Miriam Rieder and family
Mazel Tov to Mrs. Jacoby on this well deserved
honor. Thank you for your dedication and
devotion to the Yeshiva girls over the years and
Hatzlacha for the future. With great Kavod
we also warmly remember the legacy of HaRav
Anemer, zt”l. How blessed we were to learn
from him and how fitting that our beloved
Yeshiva will now carry his name.
In Memory of our Rosh HaYeshiva, HaRav Gedaliah Anemer,
zt”l, a true Gadol who set an example for all of us on how a
person should act, both in regards to Bein Adom L’makom and
Bein Adom L’chaveiro.
VWRB WRKZ YHY
In honor of Mrs. Jacoby for her many years of service to the
Yeshiva and for always being there for every one of us. For
teaching us, guiding us, inspiring us, and caring about us while
we were students in the Yeshiva and every day since.
With great reverence to the memory of
An outstanding Rav and Rosh Yeshiva.
And in honor of Sima Jacoby
who has served with extraordinary
distinction as Dean of Girls at the Yeshiva.
Golda & Marty Jacobs
In tribute to Mrs. Sima Jacoby, Principal
and Teacher par excellence, A mentor to
both students and parents alike. May you
continue your endeavors in good health
and fulfillment.
Eve Rosenfeld and
Tova (Rosenfeld) Menken
Congratulations and my best wishes to
Rebbitzen Anemer and Mrs. Sima Jacoby.
Ze’ev Kipperman
In appreciation of all of the efforts of the members
of the Yeshiva community in building LAR$Y LLK,
specifically Mrs. Jacoby U”YAL ‘YXT$.
Maier & Adinah (Youlus ’83) Kutoff
Mazel Tov and thank you to Mrs. Sima Jacoby
whose profound wisdom and kindness have benefitted
our family and community for decades.
With appreciation,
Menachem & Miri Gottlieb
Shira, Avraham and Moshe
In memory of
The Harry S. Klavan Memorial Foundation
Fifteen years have gone by but our “Hakaras Hatov” has not. We remain
grateful to Rabbi Katz and his staff for their dedication and guidance in
turning young girls into Torah observant women who are prepared to face
life with confidence and Torah values. Thank you for all you have done for
us and the girls of Yeshiva High.
Lani Goldberg White (Class of 1999)
Irene & Aaron Goldberg
Mazel Tov to all of us on the 50th anniversary of
the Yeshiva of Greater Washington. Thanks to the
Yeshiva for helping make our sons fine adults. To
many more decades of success!
Alan & Hannah Fisher and family
In honor of my esteemed principal and mentor
Mrs. Jacoby who left everlasting imprints of true
VWNYX in HRWT and OYM$ TARY.
With much BWUH TRKH,
Chaya Monderer
BWU LZM to the Yeshiva of Greater Washington on
its LBWYH TN$ banquet celebrating the legacy of Rosh
HaYeshiva Rabbi Gedaliah Anemer, zt”l and honoring
its Akeres HaBayis Mrs. Sima Jacoby, U”YAL ‘YXT$.
Esther (Bramson ’74) and Myron Chaitovsky
Congratulations to
Mrs. Simi Jacoby
for her years of stellar educational leadership.
Pat & Neil Koslowe
Dear Simmy, Wish we could be there to share your joy of being
acknowledged for something you love to do. I’m the executive director of
the Jewish Federation of Greater Binghamton and January 12th is our
Super Sunday – the launch of our Annual Campaign – a really big day for
me – not as important as yours! Mazel tov. Love,
Sima Auerbach
and in honor of Sima Jacoby.
Esther & Alan Baldinger
Sima, Mazel Tov on the well-deserved
recognition for your commitment and
dedication to Torah education.
Naomi & Jess Hordes
In memory of Rabbi Gedaliah Anemer, zt”l, who had a
dream…and because of his tireless efforts, made it a reality.
His influence upon thousands of lives will endure forever.
Mazel Tov to Sima Jacoby
Janet Rottenberg
In memory of
Rosalyn & Arnold Bramson
With our best wishes and appreciation for the role of YGW
and it’s Beis Midrash in the community.
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Jeanne & Jonathan Rosenberg
Mrs. Jacoby,
You’ve touched our lives for two
generations. Congratulations on this honor!
Sam & Elana Garfield
Mazel Tov to Mrs. Jacoby for many years of hard work and endless devotion. You created
a thriving school and girls who thrived in it. You touched the community’s lives as well as
our own. We thank you for all your time, patience, and everything else that you have done.
In memory of our beloved Rabbi Anemer, zt”l, whose spiritual guidance and advice was
far reaching. VWRB WRKZ YHY and may he serve as a R$WY JYLM for the Silver Spring community
and all of Klal Yisroel. We appreciate everything he did for us.
Louis & Judy Morris
Mazel Tov to the Anemer family on the naming of the Yeshiva for Moreinu Harav
Gedaliah Anemer, zt”l. A most fitting tribute to the founder and dedicated leader
of the Yeshiva and the Morah D’Asrah of our Shul and community.
And Kol Hakavod to Mrs. Sima Jacoby for your many
years of dedicate service to the Yeshiva. LYXL LYXM YKLT.
Barry & Debby Greengart
For Simmy,
a well-deserved honor.
Leah
In tribute to Rabbi Anemer, zt”l, and Mrs. Sima Jacoby for all their years of educating
and inspiring our youth. We are most grateful for the quality Limudei Kodesh and secular
education that the Siegman children received. They all carry lasting memories of YHS,
where they were privileged to learn with Rabbi Anemer, Mrs. Sima Jacoby, and the
devoted faculty. May the Yeshiva thrive for years to come!
Gita & Charles Siegman, Atara Siegman Stein, Naomi Siegman Zivotofsky,
Dafna Siegman Gan-Zvi, and Dov Siegman
In memory of Moreinu Rabbeinu HaRav Gedaliah Anemer, zt”l.
Our Rebbe, our Guide, our Rov.
In tribute to his beloved Ezer K’Negdo Rebbitzen Yocheved Anemer.
With gratitude to Mrs. Sima Jacoby,
teacher of two generations of our family.
Shmuel & Mindy Tolchinsky
Dedicated in loving memory of our Rebbe, Rabbi
Anemer, zt”l. With deep gratitude for his unending
inspiration, nurturing guidance and for his dedication
and Mesiras Nefesh over the years to build Bnei Torah.
Ari Hercenberg and Family
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In tribute to two educators – with very different styles – who
profoundly influenced my life (and consequently ours).
With honor, gratitude and love,
Ellen Shankman & Ron Wides
In memory of Rabbi Anemer, zt”l for helping found
and grow our Jewish community and in honor of Sima
Jacoby for her many years of dedication and service.
Gilla & Harold Saltzman
Thank you Mrs. Jacoby for your outstanding service to the community and
for being an excellent role model for our daughters. Enjoy retirement.
We honor Rabbi Gedaliah Anemer, zt”l & Mrs. Anemer who are the
foundation of the Yeshiva and without them the Yeshiva would not exist.
Thank you.
Jerry & Sunny Hercenberg and family
greatness, dignity, humility, Kavod HaTorah, concern and
consideration for others. We will always remember and miss him.
Mrs. Sima Jacoby - a colleague to emulate and from whom to learn
and a friend. Your presence has made a difference to our family.
Yitzchak & Rochel Charner and family
In memory of our beloved Rabbi, Rabbi Gedaliah
Anemer, zt”l, and in honor of our dear friend,
Rebbitzen Yocheved Anemer and their entire family.
Bobbi & Jules Meisler
Congratulations to Sima Jacoby.
May you continue your work on behalf of Klal Yisroel.
Atarah Twersky
Jonathan & Tzipporah Rosenblatt
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Love,
Sybil & Steve Levisohn
In memory of Rabbi Gedaliah Anemer. Rebbi, Morah
D’Asra, Mesader Keddushin, Inspiring role model!
Mazel Tov to Mrs. Sima Jacoby. You are most deserving
of the Akeres HaBayis Award.
Chava (Goldwasser) & Joey Elbaum
We are pleased to join in honoring the timeless memory of Rav Gedalia Anemer, zt”l,
who did so much to build crucial insitutions and expand Yiddishkeit in our community and
help keep the community together.
We are grateful to Mrs. Jacoby for her incredible and dedicated leadership at the Girls
Division of the Yeshiva of Greater Washington and the selfless devotion with which she
helped educate our daughters Esti and Shoshana, ‘WXT$ and so many others. A truly
exemplary Mechaneches.
Rabbi Levi & Nechama Shemtov
In tribute to the memory of a very special person, Rabbi Gedaliah Anemer, zt”l ,
revered Rabbi, respected teacher, personal mentor, and dear friend.
Mazel Tov Sima Jacoby in recognition of 40 years of devoted service.
Yeshiva Of Greater Washington 50th Anniversary!! Chazak!! Chazak!!
Gigi & Jerry Kaminetzky, Boca Raton, FL
Anna & Shimon Kaminetzky, Atlanta, GA
Jill & Noam Kaminetzky, Boca Raton, FL
Mazel Tov to Sima Jacoby for this well deserved honor.
Your many years of selfless dedication to the Yeshiva,
community, Mitzvot, and Maasim Tovim has inspired us all.
Thank you for your friendship and all that you do.
Sid & Anita Wolf
With respect and gratitude to the Jacoby
family for all that they have done for our
community and our family.
Betzalel & Shana Posy
When we reflect on our time at the Yeshiva High School, a large part of our
experience revolves around our interaction with Mrs. Jacoby. She taught us
Jewish Life Cycle and we came to her for advice about what to take and what
our next steps in life should be. We’ve connected personally and in some cases are
even family. She has come to be much more than just a great secular principal.
Mazel Tov to Simmy Jacoby on a well-deserved honor.
Outstanding role model to us all in personal piety, Ahavat
Torah and Ahavat Chesed; a tireless and committed educator
and dedicated and accomplished community leader.
Marshall & Jennifer Breger, Sarah and Esther
In tribute to an HBW$X H$A, Mrs. Sima Jacoby HYXT$,
Who has done so much for the VWNYX of our family.
It is a TWKZ to have been your HDYMLT.
It is humbling to teach alongside of you,
and it is a Nachas to have you teach our daughter.
May H”BQH grant you and your family OYMY TKYRAW FWGH TWYARB to continue your $DWQH TDWBE.
Warmly,
Eli & Rachie Reingold
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To our dearest friend since early childhood, Rebbitzen Yocheved Anemer, ‘YXT$
Our thoughts are with you as you accept the tribute
in memory of your esteemed husband, Rabbi Gedaliah Anemer, zt”l
May he continue to be a source of inspiration to all his loved ones and Klal Yisroel.
Rachel Ehrenreich, Sandra Lebowitz, Chana Weinberger
With great admiration and appreciation.
Cynthia & Shalom Brilliant
We are delighted that the Yeshiva is now honoring the memory of Rabbi
Gedalia Anemer, zt”l for his many years of spiritual leadership both to the
school and the entire community. May the Yeshiva and community continue
to grow and prosper. Congratulations to Sima for this well-deserved honor.
Bernard & Vera Ehrlich
Thank you Mrs. Jacoby for all you’ve done for the
Yeshiva. You have been a role model for 2 generations of
graduates in our family. Your dedication to the Yeshiva
is an inspiration to us all.
Moshe & Yehudis Arzouan
With deep admiration and respect we pay tribute to our great Mechutan the Rosh
HaYeshiva HaRav HaGaon Reb Gedaliah HaCohen Anemer, zt”l for a lifetime
of HRWT TCBRH with devotion to both community and the individual OEWN YKRDB.
His work is an inspiration for us all. May his memory be a TWKZ for the Rebbitzen
A”UXLBT and the entire Mishpacha IMA WNYMYB HRHMB QDC LAWG TAYB DE.
Yitzchok & Bryna Selengut
In tribute to my esteemed brother-in-law
Rav Gedaliah Anemer, zt”l, founder and pillar of the Yeshiva of Greater
Washington and the entire Silver Spring community. It is truly a fitting
legacy for the Yeshiva to be named in his memory. Congratulations to my
sister, Rebbitzen Yocheved Anemer and the entire family.
Rebbitzen Libby Mines and family
With profound gratitude to Rav Gedaliah Anemer, zt”l. He was and
remains a vital influence in every element of our lives. May his vision
be perpetuated by the Yeshiva carrying his name, having an enduring
impact on both the students and the greater community.
Four Generations of Konicks
Dear Mrs. Jacoby - Thank you for helping me develop and grow throughout my
high school years. You carried yourself with grace and had a wonderful calming
effect on the school. You are a true role model for young frum women. Mazel Tov.
To Rebbetzin Anemer and family - Davening in YISE had a significant impact on
my life. I looked forward to the Rav’s Drashos and enjoyed the decorum in the
Shul each week. Now my daughter goes to Shul and Davens seriously as well.
Elisheva (Ginsburg) Kalinsky
In memory of Rabbi Gedaliah Anemer
A true GYHNM
Thank you to Mrs. Jacoby for all you have done.
David & Malkie Kramer and family
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Mazel tov to the Anemer family
on a well-deserved honor and
a special tribute to Sima Jacoby.
Tzivia & Sam Bramson
Mazal Tov to The Yeshiva of Greater Washington on its 50 Years of providing
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Mazel Tov to our Aunt Sima!
You are a family and community role model. A
Ba’alas Chesed who leads with her mind and
acts with her heart. Lots of love,
Jamie, Aaron, Sam, and Max Twersky
In honor of the memory of R. Gedaliah Anemer, zt”l, for
his profound and enduring impact on the Yeshiva and
the Silver Spring community at large. In honor of Mrs.
Sima Jacoby in appreciation for her forty years of devoted
service and guidance to the Yeshiva Girls’ Division.
Don & Jan Moses
A special Mazal Tov to Mrs. Jacoby on this well deserved honor. Your
Simchas HaChaim and dedication to each student is what makes our Yeshiva
so unique. I was privileged to benefit from your wisdom, devotion and
insightfulness both in and out of the classroom. You are a role model to many.
May you always have HXLCH, HKRB and TXN from your family and from the
extended families of your alumni whose lives you helped shape.
With much BWUH TRKH,
Akiva & Shonnie (Pieprz) Rutenberg and family
In memory of HaRav Gedaliah Anemer, zt”l the founder and guiding light of the Yeshiva,
whose Ptira still leaves a gaping void in our hearts and in our community.
In honor of our dear friend Sima Jacoby whose exceptional commitment to the chinuch of our
daughters has made the Girls’ school one of the most outstanding institutions of its kind. You have been a
major impact and influence on thousands of people, and you can justifiably Shep Nachas from the familes of
Bnai and Bnos Torah you helped create. You did so with rigor, discipline and standards, but also with heart
and love, which ultimately was the secret of your success. We cannot believe the Yeshiva is letting you go and
have a lurking suspicion that your great talents and energies will still be utilized in one way or the other. May
you together with Danny (whose Zikui HaRabbim deserves a tribute of his own) go Mechail El Chayil.
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Dear Sima,
We are happy to join in honoring
you for your brilliant work in
VWNYX. Best wishes to you and
Danny for continued TXN from
your family.
Yossie & Rivkah Blau
With Hakaras Hatov to
Mrs. Jacoby.
Aliza, Russell and Tova
Kwiat
In tribute to
In honor of Mrs. Jacoby.
The Shames family
Mazel Tov to our dear Mechutanim
Danny & Sima Jacoby on a welldeserved honor. May you continue
your $DQH TDWBE for many years
with much TXN.
Nosson & Ettale Stern
Our heartfelt wishes to our
dear cousin, Sima!
Irving & Zola Schneider
and Family
In memory of HaGaon HaRav
Gedaliah Anemer, zt”l, who
did so much for everyone.
Gershom Flamm, Baltimore
Best wishes to Rabbi & Mrs.
David Hyatt of Silver Spring
and Rabbi & Mrs. David
Fredman of Minnesota!
Shlomo & Marsha Fredman
Mazel Tov to Mrs. Jacoby on
this well-deserved honor!
Avi & Shoshana Rudack
With tremendous BWUH TRKH for
everything the Roshei Yeshiva and
Kollel and all the Rebbeim have
done for us.
Menachem, Shraga and Debora
Rothbart
Sima Jacoby,
Mazel Tov and warmest wishes.
The Postol family
Rebbitzen Yocheved Anemer
RBXK RBX T$A
Mrs. Sima Jacoby We are
honored to have you on our block.
Chana & Mendel Silver
In honor of Mrs. Jacoby for
all the years of blood, sweat
and tears she put into us!
Leah & Yitz Greenman
N”ZL The Rosh HaYeshiva
With much Hakaras Hatov
to the HLHNH.
Dr. & Mrs. Shmuel Wealcatch
Mazel Tov Mrs. Jacoby on this
well-deserved honor! Thank
you for all your hard work!
Sarah (Shukur) & Richard
Weiss
Best wishes to Sima Jacoby who has
been a role model through the years at
the Yeshiva High School, the Woodside
community and beyond. Hakaras Hatov
to Rabbi Anemer, zt”l who had a great
impact on our family and who set a
standard of excellence in the Yeshiva.
Eva Youlus, Tamar Englander, Adinah Kutoff
In tribute to Mrs. Sima Jacoby
for her pivotal role in enhancing
the intellectual and religious
growth of her students.
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Nava Rephun
With feelings of great Hakaras Hatov
for all that our family gained from
HaRav Anemer, zt”l and from his
Choshuva, Rebbitzen Shetichya.
Yeshaya & Rivkah Jacobs
Dovid & Yehudis Flagler
We are deeply grateful to
Mrs. Sima Jacoby for
educating our daughters,
Arielle, Rebecca, and Rachel.
With appreciation,
Michael & Barbara Levine
Fitting tribute to honor
Sam & Shuli Kleinman
In memory of Rabbi Anemer,
zt”l, a visionary who built a
thriving Torah community in
Silver Spring. May the Yeshiva
continue his legacy.
Dr. and Mrs. Ethan Spiegler
Mrs. Jacoby, I can almost “hear” my
dear mother, a”h, applauding and
praising your work. Mazel Tov on an
honor earned and well deserved!
All best wishes,
Yehudis (Judy Jacobs) Flagler
Congratulations to
Mrs. Sima Jacoby on this
well-deserved recognition of
her service to the Yeshiva.
Richard & Baila
In memory of Rabbi Anemer, zt”l, who
made such an impact on our family’s
lives. In honor of Rebetzin Anemer who
is a matriarch of our community. In
honor of Mrs. Jacoby who has been a
true role model for so many of us!
Hillel & Loni (Jacob) Goldman
and family
Rabbi Anemer was not only the spiritual
guide for the greater Washington
metropolitan area for all these past years,
but he had a tremendous impact on our
family as well. The dedication of the
Yeshiva in his memory is a fitting tribute
to such a great man. Mazel Tov to Sima
Jacoby on her well-deserved honor.
Sahra (‘82) & Yale (‘78) Ginsburg
With heartfelt Hakaras Hatov to Rabbi
Gedaliah Anemer, zt”l, Rabbi Zev Katz
and Mrs. Sima Jacoby and the YGW
Rabbeim and teachers for your profound
devotion to our daughters.
Rabbi Moshe Yosef & Varda Gewirtz
Harrisburg, PA
Dear Simmy,
Congratulations on this
well-deserved honor.
Love,
Gloria & Marc Katz
Sharon & Israel Ashkenazy
Mazel Tov to the Anemer
and Jacoby families for their
immeasurable contributions
to our school and community.
Ari & Becky Neugroschl
Few people do so much for so
many. We enthusiastically join
the tribute to Sima Jacoby,
uniquely beloved educator.
Yehuda & Libby Fleischman
Bracha & Levi Mark
Dear Mrs. Jacoby, Your OY$N TMKX built
our school. You gave us gentle RSWM.
VDWBK YPL AL HZ. You pushed us to greater
heights with your story of Reb Zusha. A
role model of HMYNP HDWBK. A role model
of DYMT YDGNL ‘D YTYW$.
With BWUH TRKH,
Avrohom Shmuel & Elisheva Shnidman
For your quiet example and
inspiration to students, parents,
and teachers, Thank You.
Congratulations Mrs. Jacoby!
Malka & Noah Hochstadt
Mrs. Jacoby: community leader, mentor,
and role model par excellence.
Thank you for being our teacher and our
guide for so many years.
L”CZ HBY$YH $ARH WNYRWM TM$N RKZL
WLME YRPSM OYNHN DYMT WNA YRH
WNTBY$Y YLTWKB HQWQX WTRWT $AW
Yitzchak & Aliza Scher
Congratulations Sima!
Alida Friedrich
and
Ian Soboroff
We would like to join the community
in congratulating Mrs. Sima Jacoby
for her years of dedication to the
Yeshiva. Mazel Tov on being honored
with the Akeres Habayis award.
With great affection for Sima Jacoby.
We recognize and appreciate her lifetime
of educating, guiding and caring for
generations of young adults; Sima has
been a personal role model as daughter,
wife, mother and grandmother.
Ari & Yocheved Mizel
Irene & Dan Lawson
In memory of
In honor of YGW and our
son Rabbi Yitzchak Scher.
Milton Cahn
Allan & Roberta Scher
In appreciation of the
Anemer Family.
Lynn & Stephen Deutsch
Kol HaKavod to Mrs. Jacoby on her
accomplishments. To Mrs. Anemer
we wish you much good health. To
the memory of Rabbi Anemer, zt”l,
may his memory continue
to be for a blessing.
Chava & Howard Kern
In honor of Sima Jacoby’s
retirement from the Yeshiva
of Greater Washington.
Mazel Tov!
Yosefi & Michelle Seltzer
Yasher Koach to the Anemer
Family and to Mrs. Jacoby for
your years of leadership and
investment in each member of the
community.
Ahuva, Alix and Shmuel Engel
In memory of
In honor of Mrs. Sima Jacoby.
Rabbi Yakov & Judith Halpern
~ Jewish Texts Study ~
With inspiration from HaRav
Anemer, zt”l, and lbl’ch its current
leadership, may the Yeshiva go
Michayil El Chayil for the next 50
years and beyond.
Lawton & Robin Cooper and family
In Memory of Rabbi Anemer zt”l, whose
vision and dedication shaped the Yeshiva
and who continues to be an inspiration to us
all. Mazel Tov to Mrs. Sima Jacoby on this
well-deserved honor. We are so grateful for
your years of dedication. Thank you for your
patience, guidance and advice.
With much appreciation,
Bayla & Jeremy Goodman and family
Tamar & Joey Schmerling and family
L”CZ ‘YLDG ‘R IAGH BRH TM$N RKZL
A positive influence when I came to
Telshe Yeshiva as a young Bochur.
(I sat on the bench right behind him).
Kol Tuv,
Rabbi Jacob & Channy Hirschmann,
Toronto, Canada
In memory of
Marla & David (’76) Bart
Julie Vogel
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Dear Sima,
With great appreciation for
your guidance, leadership
and acts of true friendship.
Ruthie & Bill
Kol HaKovod Simmy Jacoby! You
are an inspiration and wonderful
role model for women of all ages and
backgrounds. A proud member of
your Woodside Shvat.
Ruth Alpert, Esq.
Alpert Law Offices, LLC
In blessed memory of Rabbi
Gedaliah Anemer, zt”l.
Marion Krakow,
Robert Krakow,
Barry Krakow, Bette Ellen
Weigert, Barry Krakow
In honor of Rabbi
Gedaliah Anemer, zt”l.
Barbara (Licht)
Hollander,
Class of 1967
Sam Rosenblatt
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The Rosenblatt Group
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Greetings
In honor of Rabbi Anemer, zt”l, and Mrs. Sima Jacoby.
Edmund & Frances Feldman
For their years of devotion and caring, the honorees will have my
eternal appreciation. Faige Kanovsky
In memory of Rabbi Anemer, zt”l, and Mr. Etan Savir, a”h, and in
honor of Mrs. Jacoby and YGW. Hyam & Naomi Singer and family
May Rabbi Anemer’s, zt”l memory bring blessing to all.
Howard & Rivka Elling
Ken & Sarah Sragg
Congratulations to Mrs. Sima Jacoby on a well-deserved award.
Howard & Elkie Reichman and Aviva
Mazel Tov to the Yeshiva on attaining this great milestone.
Rabbi & Mrs. Jeremiah Spector (class of 1973)
Thank you Mrs. Jacoby for all your hard work. Liora (Class of 2002)
Thank you for your many years of dedication and positive influence
on our daughters. Fred & Jodi Mailman
In memory of Rabbi Gedaliah Anemer, zt”l, whose children perpetuate his legacy.
Rabbi & Mrs. Zvi Willner
In memory of the very revered Rabbi Gedaliah Anemer, zt”l.
Avraham Yaakov & Sarah Levin
With much HaKaras HaTov to Rabbi Gedaliah Anemer, zt”l and
Mrs. Sima Jacoby. Mrs. Joyce Kirshenbaum, Rivka Slatkin,
Rochel Diamond and Shira Berliant
YGW
www.yeshiva.edu
2010 Linden Lane, Silver Spring, MD 20910

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