To our parents, Renee and David Sterman, 
 
You have shown us through your example, what it means to be a part of a community, embodying the meaning of "Oskim b'tzorchei hatzibbur." You came to Woodmere when the Young Israel was just a fledgling kehila, and dedicated your time and your hearts to grow it into a thriving success. In Florida, you once again threw your hats into the ring, and stepped in wherever needed so that your shul and community would flourish. 
 
You have been exemplary role models for us and for our children. 
We are so grateful to you for your constant love and support. 
 
To Robin, David, Helen and Jordan, 
 
We are so lucky to have you and your children in our lives. 
May we continue to celebrate together and have nachat from our families. 
 
 
With Love,
Dina and Marc
 

 

To the Dinner, Journal, and Raffle Chairs, 
 

Ayala and Lauryn and Ellie, 
 I have stood in your shoes, and I know that they are stilletos, with tight pointy toes, and very little support. Words cannot adequately express our gratitude and Hakarat Hatov. You do everything with grace, kindness and respect.  It has been an honor and a joy to work with you. 

Teri and Michelle,
The journal is one of the most difficult shul jobs around. It entails hours and hours of laborious work, keen eyes, and much tenacity, tracking down ads and letters and annoying honorees. 
We so appreciate all of your effort in creating this beautiful journal, which will be a beloved and meaningful keepsake for us, always. 

Andrea and Malky,
Andrea, your talent never ceases to amaze us. Thank you for coming out of retirement

for one more great run!  Malky, we can't thank you enough for all of your hard

work and great ideas that made this year's raffle a success. 

 

Thank you all for your enthusiasm and energy,

and for your dedication to the cause that we all love- YINR. 
Dina and Marc
 

Rabbi Fink and Abby,  
 
From the time you met with us as chatan and kallah, through births, bnei mitzvah

and a wedding, and through illness and loss and life's tribulations, you have been

our guiding light. 
 
You have been our teachers and our friends, leading us in the path of Torah

and Avodat Hashem. We moved to New Rochelle because you were here,

and are ever grateful to you. 
 
Through your leadership, the YINR community has become a stronghold of Torah values

and a sought-after destination for Orthodox families. (Move over, Woodmere!) 
 
We are so proud to be a part of your kehilla. 
 
May you and your wonderful family always be blessed with good health and happiness.
 

Dina and Marc
 
 

 

Mom and Dad,

Amazing communities don't just happen by chance. They come from long hours,

great passion, and unwavering dedication. Growing up in the home we did,

we've always seen firsthand the countless meetings and phone calls, the ups and the downs,

the challenges and victories - all the work that you've put into making sure the

Young Israel of New Rochelle would always be the best it possibly could.

Your patience, sensitivity, leadership, and generosity have not only inspired us,

but also inspired all who have seen your efforts. We are in awe of the way

you infuse this same level of passion not only into your work for the shul,

but also into your religious life, your family, and your love and dedication

toward each other. We will always be happy and proud to be a part of it.

With more love than we can express in words,

 

Rachel, Zev, Zach, Evan, and Perri
 

Dina and Marc,

We are proud to join the YINR community in celebrating and honoring you. From Woodmere to New Rochelle, the Stermans and Weisers are continuing a long and strong history of friendship. Together, you give selflessly, and we personally have benefited from your tireless energy, thoughtful leadership and kindness. You are partners in all that you do and exemplify true dedication to a community. We thank you and wish you and your family continued good health and happiness as you continue your endeavors on behalf of YINR

and the Jewish community at large.

 

We congratulate

Mickey and Doni Nyer

on this well-deserved honor. You enhance our community with your hard work and boundless energy, and of course your beautiful tefilot. YINR is fortunate to have

such wonderful young leadership.

 

 

Lauryn and Kenneth Weiser

 

P.S- All our love and friendship don't change the fact

that Kenny still wishes Marc tears after any Steelers game!

Congratulations to

The Stermans

and

The Nyers

on this beautiful and well-deserved honor.

 

To our good friend,

Marc Sterman,

Your dedication and hours spent in service to the shul, both behind the scenes and as a former Gabbai have earned you the respect, admiration and adulation of your peers.

We still remember you as one of the very few people we knew upon our arrival in New Rochelle, 20 years ago, and have shepped naches, as we've watched with pride, the dedication and hard work you've demonstrated which transformed you into a leader par excellence, respected by all for your sage advice, perseverance, intelligence and friendship.

You are a significant reason why the Young Israel of New Rochelle has risen to prominence as a desired and admired community in the Modern Orthodox world.

Oh...and regards to your wife.

 

 

Nina and Moishe Roisman

 

Dina,

There is no one more dedicated and caring to YINR than you. You always remain calm and listen to all sides with patience and understanding. You are thoughtful and a pleasure to work with. There is not enough we can say about how much you have done for our community. Thank you.

 

Marc,

We weren't around when you were a Gabbai but we see how thoughtful and caring you are in your dealings with the Yamim Noraim Kibbudim. May you both continue to work on behalf of the YINR community. Mazel Tov on a well-deserved honor.

 

Mickey and Doni Nyer,

In the short time as members you have been involved in different aspects of the shul. Doni, you bravely took on the youth department which has benefited from your contributions.

Mazel Tov to you both. We look forward to watching you continue to take leadership roles

and serve our community in the years ahead.

 

 

Laurie and Richard Wolff

Dearest Doni and Mickey
 
We can't think of a better month in which to honor all your good works on behalf of the YINR.
 
"משנכנס אדר מרבים בשמחה"
 
Your home, your observance, your lives
Are filled with joy that is contagious and overflowing to your beautiful family
And to all that have the privilege of knowing you.
 
May you go "מחיל אל חיל"
And continue to be 

!!בשמחה עד מאה ועשרים שנה 

Love,
Ma, Zayda
And the entire Isaacs Mishpacha

Mazal Tov to our dear friends

 

Dina and Marc Sterman

 

May Hashem continue to bless you and your family with the strength

to be the wonderful examples that you have been for so long.

 

Dina, no matter what position you have or do not, you are still and always will be

my "go to" person. Thank you for always being here with your help and guidance,

always knowing the "right thing" and the "right way" to do whatever needs to be done.

 

With Love,

Andrea and Peter Samet

Kimberly, Dani and Amanda

 

 

To

Mickey and Doni Nyer

Mazal Tov on this well-deserved honor

Dina,

 

Words cannot adequately express our admiration for you. You are an exceptional person

and an eminently talented leader. You are kind, thoughtful and generous. You are warm

and caring. You are a great listener. You are firm in your views and beliefs yet you are always,

always open to hearing other people's points of view. You have definite goals yet you remain

flexible. You have the patience to work through easy and difficult situations

and somehow manage to remain calm throughout. You respond to every email and text

and remember every conversation. You never pass the buck. You encourage teamwork and build confidence in others. You are wise and persuasive (and could sell the Brooklyn Bridge).

Your dedication is unparalleled. You write the most beautiful emails and messages.

You are a YINR phenomenon.

You are - Dina. 

 

We feel privileged to have served with you and are honored to be your and Marc's friends.

Mazal Tov and Kol Hakavod to you, Marc, and your entire family!

 

 

From the 'old' Executive Board:

Bernie, Joey, Judy, Lauryn, Mark, and Richard

On this night; an auspicious occasion,
We finally honor the queen of persuasion.
That beguiling smile and endless charm,
Could not possibly do any harm!
Her saintly values one could not resist,
As she would go on to insist,
With conviction and utter impunity,
That one had to do- for the community.
After more than just one troubled, sleepless night,
One would reluctantly concur that she is again right.
Good leaders lead with insight and inspiration,
With sacrifice, selflessness and perspiration.
Great leaders are deserving of deep veneration,
For they also create leaders for the next generation.
With wisdom and foresight the Stermans have built
That which is vibrant and strong and will never wilt.
Yes, trusty Marc always at Dina's side,
Knowing that there is nowhere to hide

Steady, considered, thoughtful and stable,
He brings reason and rationale to every table.
Learned, gentle and deeply sincere,
Never intrusive but inevitably near.
The Sterman legacy influential and indelible,
Their service heroic- truly incredible!
Following in those footsteps are no outliers.
Immediate engagement personifies the Nyers.
They jump right in to help where required,
Young, energetic, enthusiastic and never tired.
Yiddishket purses through their veins,
Their love of Torah never wanes.
Both families are brightly shining lights,
Lifting us to hitherto undreamed of heights.
We wish them Mazal Tov - blessings increasingly.
Thank you for giving and giving- so unceasingly.

Family Turek

Mazel Tov to our dear friends

 

Dina and Marc
 
What is the way of life to which one should aspire?
Having a discerning eye, being a good colleague,

being a good neighbor, possessing foresight and a generous heart.

But a generous heart includes all the rest.
                                                                                Pirkei Avot 2:9
 
You have opened your hearts to our family and to our community
and we are doubly blessed.
 
Yael, Noam, Daniel and Eliana Lubofsky
 

Mazel Tov to

Mickey and Doni
We are lucky to have you as our next generation of leaders.