thanks for the calendars that you sent. I love seeing the old pics of some of my relatives. And i’m sure there’s a few more in there that are my distant cousins that i’m not even aware of. Remember, My great grandmas name was Caden Hasson. Heck, maybe Howard, you and me are all related in some way. Thanks again,
Scott 🙂
alessandra franco
10 years ago
My Father, Aaron Joseph Franco, son of Joseph Chai Franco and Rachel Capuja, was born in Rodhos where is now resting in peace in the Jewish Cemetery. My Grandfather and Great-grandfathers were Ravs. My father emigrated to Congo at very young age, prior to the Nazi occupation, where he spent his working life. I grew up in Rome, where my Father decided to transfer the family, accepting to commute from Africa. I live in Del Mar, California, I am an Immunologist in the School of Medicine at the University California San Diego. My Father brothers and sisters: Ruben, Sol, Liv,… Read more »
Joy V. Rousso
10 years ago
I am from Montgomery Alabama and live in Atlanta. I am the daughter of Morris S. Rousso and Jeanette Cohen of Montgomery. My Paternal grandparents are Soloman Rousso and Sultana Taronto. My Maternal grandparents are Eli Cohen and Allegra Pizante. Leon Taronto is my cousin and you probably know all about him and have his work. I would love to meet Barry in Montgomery and/or Atlanta – Please keep us informed. Thank you. Joy
Stan Shaw
12 years ago
In 1970 I went to Rhodes for a vacation from London with my sister,, we discovered the four cemeteries (Italian, Greek, Turkish and Jewish) on the outskirts of town. Went into the Jewish cemetery to pay respects and leave a few stones. We were amazed to come across the memorial to the Jews of the deportation to Auschwitz. In July 1944 with the Russians pouring in from the East and the Allies having a foothold in Normandy, could the Germans waste much needed resources to deport the Jews of Rhodes? Were they so terrified of these peaceful people? JUST CARRYING… Read more »
My great grandfather, Marco Tarica was one of the founders of the Sephardi Community of Los Angeles. He founded the Avat Shalom congregation witch later led to the founding of TEMPLE TIFERETH ISRAEL in los angeles. I am honored and blessed to have seen this beautiful site about my culture. MUCHOS y BUENOS.
Robert
thanks for the calendars that you sent. I love seeing the old pics of some of my relatives. And i’m sure there’s a few more in there that are my distant cousins that i’m not even aware of. Remember, My great grandmas name was Caden Hasson. Heck, maybe Howard, you and me are all related in some way. Thanks again,
Scott 🙂
My Father, Aaron Joseph Franco, son of Joseph Chai Franco and Rachel Capuja, was born in Rodhos where is now resting in peace in the Jewish Cemetery. My Grandfather and Great-grandfathers were Ravs. My father emigrated to Congo at very young age, prior to the Nazi occupation, where he spent his working life. I grew up in Rome, where my Father decided to transfer the family, accepting to commute from Africa. I live in Del Mar, California, I am an Immunologist in the School of Medicine at the University California San Diego. My Father brothers and sisters: Ruben, Sol, Liv,… Read more »
I am from Montgomery Alabama and live in Atlanta. I am the daughter of Morris S. Rousso and Jeanette Cohen of Montgomery. My Paternal grandparents are Soloman Rousso and Sultana Taronto. My Maternal grandparents are Eli Cohen and Allegra Pizante. Leon Taronto is my cousin and you probably know all about him and have his work. I would love to meet Barry in Montgomery and/or Atlanta – Please keep us informed. Thank you. Joy
In 1970 I went to Rhodes for a vacation from London with my sister,, we discovered the four cemeteries (Italian, Greek, Turkish and Jewish) on the outskirts of town. Went into the Jewish cemetery to pay respects and leave a few stones. We were amazed to come across the memorial to the Jews of the deportation to Auschwitz. In July 1944 with the Russians pouring in from the East and the Allies having a foothold in Normandy, could the Germans waste much needed resources to deport the Jews of Rhodes? Were they so terrified of these peaceful people? JUST CARRYING… Read more »
My great grandfather, Marco Tarica was one of the founders of the Sephardi Community of Los Angeles. He founded the Avat Shalom congregation witch later led to the founding of TEMPLE TIFERETH ISRAEL in los angeles. I am honored and blessed to have seen this beautiful site about my culture. MUCHOS y BUENOS.
Robert
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