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Sam Greene was the first volunteer at the Judaica Sound Archives.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n

Sam Greene<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Jan. 11, 1923 – Feb. 8, 2012<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

It saddens my heart to think that Sam will no longer be here at the Judaica Sound Archives<\/strong><\/a>. Sam Greene was a dedicated JSA volunteer who began offering his assistance in 2002. He unpacked recordings, examined them and checked databases. Because of his language skills he was often called upon to provide English translations of Yiddish, Hebrew  or German songs and text.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sam was a wonderful singer and would often spontaneously serenade us with songs. Always upbeat, pleasant and fun to be around, the JSA volunteers and staff\u00a0 looked forward to his visits. Sam made me smile. As a survivor of the Holocaust he was very familiar with difficult times.\u00a0 Yet, he cherished life and\u00a0 and enjoyed sharing his good humor with all those around him. Sam was especially fond of this song, Der Rebbe Elimelech<\/em>.<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here is how JSA sound technician, Ben Roth-Aroni, remembers him.” Sam was already volunteering at the JSA when I first got here in 2004. I liked him right away. He was warm and friendly and there was something about his voice that welcomed you. I especially looked forward to the days that he would volunteer so I could speak some Hebrew with him which was great. He loved to help me with translations and I was always happy for the help. It was obvious how much he enjoyed his work \u2013 always singing along with songs that needed to be identified. I will miss him terribly and remember him with love.”<\/p>\n\n\n

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Photo of Sam Greene volunteer at the Judaica Sound Archives.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n
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Photo of Sam Greene, a longtime volunteer at the Judaica Sound Archives known for his warm personality and work with historic recordings<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n

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Sam Green is survived by his daughter, his son, three grandchildren and three great grandchildren. He brought smiles to so many.  He will be very missed.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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