The Zamir Chorale of Boston’s alumni team is delighted to show its appreciation and gratitude to Ronda Garber Jacobson, Zamir’s “first lady” and most devoted cheerleader. An alumna herself, Ronda is always ready to lend a hand (or two), provide support, and share the joy of Jewish music that Zamir has brought to countless audiences for 50 years.
Add your blessings or tribute to Ronda below.
Linda Steiff says
March 12, 2019 at 7:49 amDear Ronda,
Whether as Zamirniks in the 70s or seeing you at various events, I always benefitted from your warmth, grace and humor. At one occasion, you treated me to a much-needed pair of earplugs!
Kol HaKavod on decades of song and service!
Linda Steiff
Marilyn Stern says
March 28, 2019 at 2:53 pmRhonda: For me those early years were marked by our little soprano group in which we supported one another and made wonderful friendships. And in those early years, Zamir was as much a family as a Chorale, and you deserve a great deal of credit for that. Even after you stopped performing, you were the lynchpin. You absolutely deserve this recognition.
Marilyn Stern
Josh Jacobson says
April 8, 2019 at 8:48 amBack in 1969 my dear friend Lou Garber fixed me up with a new soprano in Zamir, his cousin Ronda. Since then Ronda has been at my side and I by hers. While she no longer sings in Zamir, she has been the choir’s number one supporter. We are but one of many marriages that have come out of Zamir. I love you, Ronda!
Alan Teperow says
April 8, 2019 at 10:22 amDear Ronda,
Your friendship and grace, your love of Zamir and everything Jewish, your devotion to your beloved Josh, your excellent work at the Synagogue Council (yes, I was educable :-), and our mutual connection with the Garbers will always be a blessing.
Love,
Tep & Suzanne
Francene Sokol says
April 10, 2019 at 8:47 pmDear Ronda,
I’m thankful for your friendship through so many of our shared journeys— our Zamir marriages, our health journeys with our dads and our complicated journeys to motherhood. I cherish the friendship and support you’ve given me along the way.
Thank you for all you do for Zamir and for the community that we love.
Francene
Ruthie Birnbaum Pernick says
April 14, 2019 at 7:48 pmDear Ronda,
Thank you for everything you’ve done for Zamir for all these years. When I first joined Zamir as a shy soprano back in 1973 (yes- a soprano for a few years) your warmth and support made me feel so welcome. You have always been there giving of yourself in so many ways.
Kol HaKavod!
Love,
Ruthie Birnbaum Pernick
Herb Birnbaum says
April 15, 2019 at 12:47 amDear Ronda,
The perfect complement to the maestro, you have infused Zamir with a depth of involvement and warmth which are key to the group’s success and our pride in being part of it. While it has been a long time since I have sung with Zamir, the richness of the true friendship we share has only grown, and for that I am so very grateful.
With much gratiitude,
Herbie Birnbaum
1975-86
Roz Garber says
April 15, 2019 at 3:22 pmRonda,
We, and Zamir, are so grateful to have you in our lives. I fondly remember our first meeting in September 1972 when Louie was eager to introduce us, and gain your approval – You have been a source of love, comfort and devotion ever since!
Mazel Tov on this well deserved honor.
The “Garber Girls” look forward to celebrating with you.
Love,
Rozzie
Barbara Palant says
April 17, 2019 at 10:38 amRon, there are few people who excel in everything they do, but you are one among the few. Whether at Zamir, at the Boys and Gurls Club of Newton, at your synagogue,
hostessing in your home, it matters not for whatever you do your heart and soul go into it! The kids and I wish you the best of everything in the future, as you and Josh go forward!
Love, Cousin Barb
Jake and Linda Kriger says
April 17, 2019 at 4:06 pmDearest Ronda,
We know how much you have done for Zamir over the years and are thrilled that you are being honored. It is hard to imagine another woman who embodies the wide spectrum of your qualities. You are a loyal and devoted wife. You are a fiercely independent thinker. You are organized and focused. You are fun, lighthearted and mirthful (especially after you have inhaled). You are a loving mother and grandmother. You love Israel and would love to live there, at least part time. Finally (and here’s where self-interest creeps in), you are a loving friend. Your arms open up wide both literally and metaphorically. We are so lucky to call you friend. We send you hugs and love and look forward to to our always wonderful summer times together.
Jake and Linda
Mark Haberman says
April 21, 2019 at 7:48 pmDearest Ronda,
Much respect and love for what you have contributed to Zamir’s activities and your work other organizations. We fondly remember all the good times we’ve shared and look forward to many more in the future. You have been Josh’s right hand in many ventures having to do with the support of the chorus, raising the family and continuing your matchless devotion to your circle of friends and to Klal Israel.
With admiration for all that you do and have done,
Love,
Jess and Nook
Naomi Gurt Lind says
April 28, 2019 at 10:44 amRonda, your sweet smile and constant encouragement are a blessing to me, and to the Zamir community. I am grateful for everything about you; your very presence is an inspiration. Thank you for all you do for Zamir, for the Jewish community, and for the world at large.
Leora FIshman and Roy Gould says
May 1, 2019 at 8:43 amDearest Ronda,
Knowing what you do and have always done behind the scenes for Zamir, we are certain that the tremendous success and professionalism of the chorale would not have been possible without your attention to detail and esthetics, not to mention the care and feeding of all the singers over the past 50 years. That’s a lot of tofu, to say the least!
Zamir is only one of the many organizations to have benefitted from your heart and soul. They and we have been and continue to be blessed by your kindness, compassion, sense of humor and can-do attitude toward life. We appreciate you every day.
Love,
Leora and Roy
Gershon says
May 4, 2019 at 2:44 pmDear Ronda
Your visits are like a tornado coming from the west: there is always so much energy and things that just happen when you are here. Unlike tornadoes, once you arrive, the impression is like there is no other place you’d like to be. All your attention and energy is focused at the person you are currently talking to, and so much focus can force even mute fish to speak English.
We love you.
Sara Dickman says
May 9, 2019 at 11:55 amTo Ronda, who makes all things possible. Thank you for your generosity and good spirit. Warmly, Sara and Bob Dickman
Phyllis Werlin says
May 16, 2019 at 12:42 pmDear Ronda,
While I never got to sing with you in Zamir, I know how hard you have worked behind the scenes for us over the years. As they always say, behind every man is a good woman! Thank you for everything you do for Zamir,
Phyllis Werlin
Naomi Lopkin says
May 19, 2019 at 11:31 amDear Ronda,
Your talent, creativity, and enthusiasm make things happen in the best possible way! You and Josh are the perfect duo! Kol HaKavod and much love,
Naomi & Carl
Ronit Ankori says
May 20, 2019 at 8:49 amDearest Ronda,
Thank you for being so amazing all the time! We look up to you and Josh and are so lucky to have gotten to know you. Wishing you good health and strength to continue doing all that you do so well.
Love,
Ronit and Kfir
Cantor Stephen Thompson says
May 20, 2019 at 9:11 amDear Ronda,
Though Zamirniks come and go, you have been a constant loving support for Josh and Zamir for five decades. Your warmth and engaging smile have made and continue to make all associated with Zamir feel accepted and loved.
Mazal Tov.
Steve Thompson
Deborah Sosin says
May 21, 2019 at 10:05 amDear Ronda,
What would Zamir be without you?! You are part of its fabric and its spirit. Thank you for all of your hard work over the years. I look forward to celebrating and honoring you on June 2!
With gratitude,
Debbie
Eva Hoffman says
May 21, 2019 at 12:14 pmDear, dear Ronda,
Mazal tov on this well-deserved honor for your contributions to Zamir! You are the maestro of infusing commitment and joy in all of your many good works. Thank you for your generosity, creativity and big heart, With our respect and love,
Eva and Mel Hoffman
Sheri and Eli says
May 23, 2019 at 1:06 pmRonda,
We are so grateful to have your friendship and wisdom in our lives. You are an extraordinary human, full of grace and kindness. Thank you for all you’ve done to strengthen and inspire Zamir. We are lucky to have benefitted from your vision and grit. Mazal Tov on this well-deserved honor and we can’t wait to celebrate and sing with you.
Anne and Moshe Waldoks says
May 24, 2019 at 12:25 pmDear Ronda,
You are so remarkable in your capability, your style, your vision, and your passionate love and devotion to Zamir and to so very many Communities and circles of friends.
We have great respect for you and how very much you do, and how very well you do it.
And, we also so enjoy your wry sense of humor, your perspective, and your zest for life.
May you continue to go from strength to strength, for many more years, in good health.
Much love,
Anne and Moshe Waldoks