Our Staff

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| Cantor Patricia Ernest Hickman |
Cantor Patricia Ernest Hickman came to Temple Israel in July of 2003 as the congregations’
Spiritual Leader. She brought with her insight, talent and skill developed as a result of her wide range
of educational and professional experiences. She attended Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion
where she received her Master in Sacred Music in 1989 and was invested as Cantor. Over the past 19 years
she had served Temple Emanuel in Livingston, New Jersey, Congregation Ahavath Chesed in Jacksonville, Florida and Temple Beth
Ami in Rockville, Maryland bringing her warmth and spiritual presence into the lives of her congregants of all ages.
Her many innovative programs, adult education classes, spirituality retreats, musical happenings, pastoral care and
nurturing of Temple youth show her love and dedication to her calling. Cantor Hickman is married to Ray
Hickman, former manager of WJCT, Jacksonville’s public radio station and currently proprietor of Hickman’s Pastyme
and Nostalgia in Historic Downtown Melbourne. They make their home in Satellite Beach with their 17 year
old daughter Jenny and their 5 cats!
Cantor Hickman
can be reached at phickman@tiofbrevard.com or by telephone at (321) 631-9494.
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Pat Catalano has had the honor of being with Temple Israel since
1993. Pat handles the day to day activities in the life of Temple Israel. She is a member of the National Association
of Temple Administrators. She was born and raised in New York. Pat moved to Merritt Island, Florida in 1990 with
her husband Pete and daughter Christina. Pat can be reached at pcatalano@tiofbrevard.com or by telelphone at (321) 631-9494.
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We are pleased to introduce the newest member of our staff, Carol Losnes.
Carol is Cantor Hickman's Executive Assistant. Carol can be reached at closnes@tiofbrevard.com or by telelphone at (321) 631-9494.
Maintenance
Matt Humphrey has been with Temple Israel for the last 3 years. He is our chief maintenance man, domestic
engineer, caterer, and fix it guy. Matt lives in Rockledge with his dog Gizzy. Matt can be reached at (321) 631-9494. |
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