Ferna Heifetz Obituary (1936 - 2019)

Ferna Heifetz, age 83 passed away December 31, 2019 following a long illness. She was preceded in death by her parents, Lewis and Zelda Rein and her brother, Dr. Burton Rein. She is survived by her husband of 63 years, Raoul Heifetz, 3 children Steven (Andrea) Heifetz, Lois (Joel) Held and Pattye (Byron) Hechter and her grandchildren Carrie (Ben) Snyder, Jason (Jacquelyn) Held, Ian (Ariane) Heifetz, Margo Heifetz, Adam Heifetz, Samuel Hechter, Ariel Hechter and Michael Hechter. Ferna was born and raised in north Minneapolis and graduated from North High School. After meeting the love of her life at a house party, Ferna married Raoul and together they raised their children while working to build Twin City Supply. She was devoted to her family. To friends and family alike, Ferna was often larger than life and remembered by all. Funeral service 10:00 am, SUNDAY, January 5, 2020 at BETH EL SYNAGOGUE, 5225 Barry Street West, St. Louis Park. In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred to Beth El Synagogue or donor's choice. SHIVA, Sunday and Monday, 7:00 pm at Beth El Synagogue.