One of Sophie’s many amazing traits was her incredible kindness towards others. To celebrate Sophie and the love she always spread around her, we are organizing a “week of kindness” in her memory. When: From Tuesday, June 23rd to Tuesday, June 30th (Sophie’s Yartzeit, Shalva Chavriella Bat Dovid Yitzchak Ha’levi z”l) How: Take the time to brighten somebody […]

What would have been Sophie’s 6th birthday is coming up on November 14th. In considering ways to commemorate, to continue her legacy, we think about what Sophie would have wanted, what she represents. ~~ She would want everyone to party ~~ She would have painted her face with cake. And then your face with cake. […]

We would love to read any personal memories that you have of Sophie, about your experiences with her, about the impression she left. It can be about her smile, her energy, her clothing, her kindness, her determination.

It is with profound sorrow and a heavy heart that we share the news that our beloved Sophie passed away earlier today.

This note will be brief. Unfortunately, on Tuesday, we found out that Sophie’s tumor has grown back and we are currently exploring our options. We ask that everyone please continue to pray for Sophie in any way that is appropriate to you and your respective religions, and please spread the word. Her full Hebrew Name: […]

Dear Family and Friends, Thank you for your ongoing prayers for Sophie and our family.  Your emotional and financial support has meant the world to us, and continues to help us raise awareness and funding for pediatric cancer.   I would now like to ask for your help again, in raising awareness for a different […]

9 months.  It’s crazy to believe that it’s been 9 months since we heard of Sophie’s tumor recurrence.  9 months of fear, doubt, and endless questions; but also hope, love, and the support of our amazing family and friends, and our team at Sloan.  People often say time flies by; in our case, this has […]

It’s been quite awhile since our last post, due to various activities, experiences, and discussions.  Once Sophie came home from camp and completed her previous cycle of chemo, the doctors booked her for a set of scans in early September to determine next steps for treatment.   We were fortunate to receive positive news from […]

The summer has really flown by, with a number of things going on.  On the day of our last post, Sophie was cleared by our oncology team to attend Camp Simcha.  (Camp Simcha is a sleepaway camp for kids battling cancer and other serious illnesses.)  This was an amazing step, as a number things needed […]