Fred & Rena Reiff (Generation #3)

Freddy & Rena (nee Abrahamson) Reiff

Married on July 1, 1947 in Bulawayo, Rhodesia and had two sons and one daughter, all born in Bulawayo.

Frederick Abraham (Freddy): Born on January 19, 1922 in Standerton, Transvaal, South Africa (named after his maternal grandmother, Frieda and his paternal grandfather, Abraham). Primary & Secondary education in South Africa which was completed in Rhodesia on taking up residence in 1937. Matriculated in 1938 and entered legal practice to do articles, being interrupted by the outbreak of the Second World War. Served in the Rhodesian Forces (under Britain) as Instructor in Cadet Corps. and Rhodesian African Rifles. He was discharged from the army February 1945 and then became Joint Managing Director of a clothing company, Matebeleland Clothing Company (MATCO) with his brother-in-law, Abe, as well as several Investment and Property Holdings. Married Rena Abrahamson on July 1, 1947 and had three children, David, Leora & Hylton. Executive positions held; Chairman of the Hebrew-English Nursery School and Carmel School P.T.A.; Chairman of the Bulawayo Jewish Guild; Chairman/President of the Parkview-Weizman Sports Club; Vice-Chairman of the Matabeleland Clothing Manufacturer's Association and Magen David Adom. After he retired they decided to leave Zimbabwe to Toronto, Canada to be with their family in February 2007. Freddy died in Toronto, Canada on April 15, 2013 (5th Iyar) aged 91 years.

Rebecca (Rena) Abrahamson: Born on March 13, 1926 in Bulawayo, Rhodesia (Zimbabwe). Primary & Secondary education in Rhodesia, having passed the Cambridge Senior Certifcate and stayed to do Post Matric Course at Eveline High School in 1942. Thereafter, did Bookkeeping and Typing courses and worked in an Accountant's office for four years. Married Freddy in 1947 and had three children, David, Leora & Hylton. Entered business in 1965 and managed a Ladies Fashion House, Heidi, doing all administrative work for 10 years. Have been interested in Zionist and Communal activities since early childhood commencing in the Habonim Movement, where held position as senior Madricha for many years. Also then active in Zionist Youth Society and Yong WIZO. Was member of Rhodesian Zionist Council. Raised funds for Hebrew University Campaign. Also first Chairman of Junior Hebrew Congregation and member of the Bulawayo Hebrew Congregation choir for 26 years. Executive positions held: Campaign Convenor/Vice Chairman/Chairman/ Hon Treasurer of the Bulawayo Women's Zionist Society (1952-1962); Treasurer/Vice Chairman/Chairman of the Jewish Women's Communal League (1960-1965); Treasurer of Parkview Sports Club and Bulawayo Jewish Guild; Treasurer/Hon-Treasurer and Parents & Friends of Habonim Committee; Co-Vice Chairman of C.A. Women's Zionist Council; Hon-Treasurer of the C.A. Home For The Aged (Savyon Lodge) where she devoted over 30 years of service and was elected Hon Life Vice President in 1993. In her youth she was also interested in playing piano and entered several Eisteddfods at the Royal College of Music in Bulawayo. In ? Freddy & Rena emigrated to Toronto, Canada to join their children and grandchildren. Fred passed away in April 2013. Rena, now 96 years old, spends her time entertaining her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren, still enjoying singing in the choir and partaking in religious studies.

Children (Gen #4)

David John: Born on April 12, 1951 in Bulawayo, Rhodesia. Married Gail Sagor on May 18th. 1976. Had 2 sons, Gavin & Craig. Died in Toronto on June 1st. 2021 (aged 70 years).

Leora Cherney (nee Reiff): Born on September 4, 1956 in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe. Married Marc Cherney on October 25, 1981. Had 3 children, Michael, Elyssa & Alan. Living in Chicago, Illinois.

Hylton Seon: Born on September 28, 1958 in Bulawayo, Rhodesia. Married Susan Cohen on December 16th. 1979. Had one son, Aaron. Living in Toronto, Canada.

Grandchildren (Gen #5)

Gavin Brett: Born on November 18, 1978 in Cape Town, S.A. Married Mara Sherkin and have two children. Living in Toronto, Canada.

Craig Samuel: Born on August 27, 1981 in Cape Town, S.A. Married Joelle Breslin and have two children. Living in Toronto, Canada.

Aaron Jared: Born on June 18, 1981 in Cape Town, S.A. Married Laura Anthony on March 30, 2005 in Mauritius. Living in London, England.

Michael Evan: Born on July 17, 1985 in Chicago, USA. Living in Sydney, Australia.

Alan Hayden: Born on April 28, 1988 in Chicago, USA. Married Lisa Hurwitz (born August 18, 1988) on July 2, 2022. Living in Boston.

Elyssa Gabriel: Born on October 1, 1992 in Chicago, USA. Married Sam Block (born August 28, 1990) on February 17, 2019. have one son, Caleb.

Great-Grandchildren (Gen #6)

Ethan Jacob: Born on June 25, 2012 in Toronto, Canada.

Adelaide Hailey: Born on August 25, 2014 in Toronto, Canada.

Levi Miller: Born on May 10, 2014 in Toronto, Canada.

Charlotte Eden: Born on August 19, 2016 in Toronto, Canada.

Caleb Frederick: Born on December 3, 2021 in Chicago, USA.