Dr. Rueben Ahroni Obituary (1931 - 2015)

Reuben Ahroni, age 83, passed away on October 28, 2015. Preceded in death by his parents, Mazal and Mashmoor Ahroni. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Rachel Ahroni; son, Gil Ahroni; daughter, Orly Ahroni (Steve Steinberg); brothers, Yigal and Tuvia; sisters, Rivka, Rachel, Margalit, Sarah and Bracha; and many nieces and nephews. Dr. Ahroni was a Professor at The Ohio State University in Jewish Biblical Studies from 1975 until 2008. Graveside services will be held at 5:00 pm on Thursday, October 29 at New Beth Jacob Cemetery, with Rabbi Avi Goldstein officiating. Shiva will be observed at the Ahroni residence on Thursday from 6:30 until 8:30 pm and Sunday from 5 until 8:30 pm. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested donations be made to Congregation Beth Jacob, 1223 College Ave., Columbus, OH 43209.