World’s oldest Jew dies aged 114
The world’s oldest Jew passed away on Sunday aged 114, writes James Graham.
As a child Goldie Steinberg survived the infamous Kishinev pogrom in modern-day Moldova, in which 49 people were killed and 500 injured in just two days.
In 1923 she moved to the United States, where she worked as a seamstress until the age of 80.
Goldie, who passed away two months shy of her 115th birthday, is survived by her two children, four grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Grandson Peter Kutner said: “She was an incredibly selfless person and always thought of others.”
Keep community journalism free.
Jewish News is free for everyone. No paywall. No barriers. Just trusted journalism for anyone who wants to stay connected to Jewish life in Britain.
If you value that, please support us.
From as little as £5 a month, you can help keep our journalism free and accessible to all.
Every day, we report on the issues that matter to our community. We celebrate achievements, support charities, challenge antisemitism and ensure Jewish voices are heard more widely.
From as little as £5 a month, you can help us continue to:
- Report on the stories shaping Jewish life in the UK and beyond
- Bring our community together through shared stories, events and campaigns
- Celebrate the people, culture and moments that define our community
- Support organisations doing vital work across Jewish Britain
You can make a one-off donation or become a regular supporter. Every contribution helps keep our journalism free, independent and accessible to all.
If everyone who values Jewish News gave a small amount, it would make a real difference to our future.
