Beth Israel Hospital (Denver, Colo.)
Found in 3 Collections and/or Records:
Boris Schatz , March 25, 1932
Born in Varniai, Russa in 1866, professor Boris Schatz was the founder and director of Bezalel School of Arts and Crafts in Palestine and a noted artist, serving as the king of Bulgaria's court painter and sculptor over the turn of the century. He died on March 23, 1932 at the Beth Israel hospital in Denver while fundraising for the school in the United States and was buried in Jerusalem.
Leah Eisen, 1927-1979
Leah Eisen (1900-1987, SSI) was active in the Denver Jewish community, and was known for her commitment to family and philanthropy. She founded the Diversional and Recreational program of the Beth Israel Hospital with Naomi Sheftel in 1955, was named 1959 Colorado Mother of the Year, and became president of the Colorado Hospital Auxiliary in 1963. Her mother, Rose Silverberg, was one of the founders of Beth Israel.
Thelma Kiken , 1974-1980
A soprano soloist, Mrs. Thelma Kiken entertained for various organizations, often benefitting Jewish community organizations such as hospitals. Her repertoire included operatic, cantorial, Yiddish, and Broadway show music.