David Migel Lerman

Phenomenally gorgeous Father and Husband, Justice-Seeker, 56 David Migel Eyal Chai passed surrounded by family on October 18th, 2012, the 3rd of Cheshvan, 5773. Loving husband of Sharon Lerman (nee Marcus), father of Rachel, Nomi, Ilana Lerman, son of the late Phil and Anne Lerman, step-son of Sarah Dean, brother of Liz (Jon Spelman) Lerman and Richard (Mona Higuchi) Lerman, son-in-law of Marlene and Jack Marcus, beloved family member, friend, and teacher to many. Lover of his family, playing outside, baseball, birds, wild foraging, gardening, mentoring young people, and being goofy. Introduced Restorative Justice to the Milwaukee County Criminal Justice system and MPS schools, which continues to positively impact communities throughout Milwaukee. Board Member of Growing Power and Milwaukee Area Jewish Committee, past president of Milwaukee Americans for Peace Now (for Israel and Palestine). His challenge with cancer began six years ago. In addition to western medicine, he utilized tools such as qi gong, healthy food, Hebrew prayer, and multiple natural healing modalities, which extended his life. He was blowing kisses, flashing beautiful smiles and peace signs until the end. He will always be deeply loved. Funeral will be on Sunday, October 21, at 1:00 PM, Congregation Beth Israel Ner Tamid, 6880 N. Green Bay Ave, Glendale. Burial to follow at Mound Zion Cemetery, 14510 W. North Ave., Brookfield. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Milwaukee Fatherhood Initiative, Adamah Farm Fellowship or Core El Centro. GOODMAN-BENSMAN Whitefish Bay Funeral Home 4750 N. Santa Monica 414-964-3111 www.goodmanbensman.com Published in Milwaukee Journal Sentinel from Oct. 19 to Oct. 20, 2012