It is with great sadness that Matzav.com reports the petirah of Rabbi Zecharia Shimon Hakohein Wallerstein z’’l. He was in his sixties.

Rabbi Wallerstein was the founder of Ateres Naava Seminary for Girls and Ohr Naava Women’s Institute in Brooklyn, NY.

Over three decades in chinuch, Rabbi Wallerstein, with his trademark passion, clarity, and love, touched the hearts and souls of thousands of students from all shades of the religious spectrum.

Whether speaking or lecturing across the world or teaching classes in his schools, Rabbi Wallerstein had a unique ability to educate, uplift and inspire people, drawing them closer to Yiddishkeit.

Rabbi Wallerstein had battled illness for the last period and passed away this morning.

He is survived by his wife, Mrs, Estee Wallerstein, their daughters and grandchildren.

The levayah will be held today, at 11 a.m., at Ohr Naava, located at 2201 East 23rd Street in Flatbush, Brooklyn.

Yeho zichro boruch.