Fannie Shore, 95

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WEST PALM BEACH, FLA. – Fannie M. (Meller) Shore passed away peacefully Feb. 25 at her home in West Palm Beach. She was the devoted wife of the late Maurice J. Shore. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Adolf and Rosa Marie (Balischansky) Meller, and was formerly of Providence and New Seabury, Massachusetts.

 

She is survived by her children Allen Shore, Edward Shore, Robert Shore, Peter Shore (Deborah), and Jane Jacober (Alan); grandchildren Stacey Werner (Howard), Matthew Shore (Sari), Sabrina Albano (Gregg), Stefani Andres (Richard), Suzanne Walke (Evan), Andrew Jacober, Michelle Nelson-Shore (Ziv), and Heather Shore; great-grandchildren Jacob, Sofia, Isabella, Branden, Skyler, Capri, Olivia, and Taylor. She was the sister of the late Pauline M. Berger, Max E. Meller, and Robert Meller. She was an adored aunt and beloved friend to many.

Fannie graduated from Classical High School and Boston University.

Her caring for others began at an early age, raising money for the Community Chest. This instilled a lifetime commitment of community and volunteer service, including being a den mother, a member of Temple Beth-El Sisterhood, ORT, an active member of Christians and Jews, Brandeis, president of the National Council of Jewish Women of RI, the resettlement of Russian refugees, a board member of Jewish Family Service, one of the first volunteers for Meals on Wheels, president of the Women’s Division Jewish Federation of RI, other leadership roles at JFRI and becoming an honorary director.

Contributions may be made to Temple Beth-El or your favorite charity.