Esther Burstein Obituary
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Esther Burstein of Asheville, North Carolina, who passed away on February 23, 2026, at the age of 97, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Esther Burstein to show support.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Abe Wasser and Lena Wasser. She is survived by: her brother Louis Wasser; her children, Jonathan Burstein (Patricia Fahie) of Wimauma, FL and Laurie Chess (Rick) of Asheville, NC.; her grandchildren, Alice Teich, Margaret Teich and Gabe Chess; and her great grandchildren, Hassan, Abraham, Maya, Lena and Neel.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations be made to Asheville JCC/ Burstein Education Scholarship, Congregation Beth Israel or a charity of your choice.
