Eisen, Leah (Silverberg), 1900-1987
Person
Biography
Denver resident, buried in Rose Hill Cemetery. Married Samuel Eisen Jr in 1921 officiated by Rabbi Kauvar. Leah Eisen (1900-1987, SSI) was active in the Denver Jewish community, and was known for her commitment to family and philanthropy. She founded the Diversional and Recreational program of the Beth Israel Hospital with Naomi Sheftel in 1955, was named 1959 Colorado Mother of the Year, and became president of the Colorado Hospital Auxiliary in 1963 and was involved in the National Council of Jewish Women Denver Chapter.. Her mother, Rose Silverberg, was one of the founders of Beth Israel.
Found in 1 Collection or Record:
Oral History Interview with Leah Silverberg Eisen, 1982 April 30
Item
Identifier: B098.01.0004.00093
Abstract
Major subjects cover the familiy's immigration to Denver, her parents and siblings, Jewish religious education
Dates:
1982 April 30
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- Subject: Jewish women -- Colorado -- Denver X