Name of father, occupation
Matisyahu,
Storekeeper
Maiden name of mother, occupation
Devorah Finkelstein,
Homemaker
Immediate family (names, birth order)
Parents, 3 sisters and myself
How many in entire extended family?
72
Who survived the Holocaust?
Only I survived
Where were you in hiding?
Poland: in a cellar, then various locations throughout
When and where were you married?
I met my husband in Poland; we were both from same town and got married.
Children
Dora, PhD in Art History, teaches at Wayne State University Matis, businessman
What do you think helped you to survive?
I hid in a cellar for one year in Poland. Wandered around for five years.
What message would you like to leave for future generations?
Never give up hope. Appreciate everything you have.