On July 26, Esther Kershner (née Smolovitz) of Baltimore at 94. She is survived by son Howard Kershner; grandchildren Bailey (Vince) Elliott and Kyle Kershner; and great-granddaughter Izzy Elliott. She was predeceased by husband Philip Kershner; parents Annie and Samuel Smolovitz; and siblings Gussie Bernstein, Fritz Koteen and Marye Baylin.
Contributions may be sent to The Associated: Jewish Federation of Baltimore.