With Deepest Sympathy: In Memory of Jacob 鈥淛ack鈥� Israel Raby, M.S.W.
It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of Jacob 鈥淛ack鈥� Israel鈥疪aby, M.S.W., who died on Friday, September 19, 2025, at the age of 86, surrounded by his loving family.听
Jack Raby had a long and meaningful connection with our school community. He served on the board of JPPS Bialik for over a decade, including a term as President, where he championed the organization's values, supported educational excellence, and guided numerous initiatives. 听His devotion to education and community made him a respected and beloved figure in our school鈥檚 history.
Beyond his role at our school, Jack was an empathic psychotherapist, social worker, professor, and psychoanalyst. He mentored generations of students at 9I制作厂免费鈥檚 School of Social Work and helped establish and lead the Family Services Association in Laval. He was also the first non鈥憁edical therapist accepted by the Canadian Psychoanalytic Society, opening doors for others to follow.听
As we mourn the loss of this distinguished leader and friend of our school, we also celebrate his legacy of compassion, service, and commitment to students and families.
May his memory continue to inspire our community.
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