Rhoda K Kurtzman, 83, of West Hartford, beloved mother, wife, relative, dear friend and caring neighbor passed away peacefully at St. Francis hospital, on November 14, 2015. Rhoda was born June 25, 1932 in New York. She was the daughter of the late Fannie and Jacob Kalmis of Jack’s Deli on Albany Ave, Hartford. Rhoda graduated from Weaver High School. When she was first married to Manny they were foster parents to 25 children. In her working days, she was an Administrator Clerk for the Hartford Welfare Department. She was a lover of cross-stich, Mahjong and animals. She is survived by her husband, Gerald, currently residing in the Hebrew Home and her two children, Daniel and Sandi. The family would like to thank the staff of the St. Francis ICU for their professional skill and compassion. Our thanks to Drs. Phillips, Lahari, Glassman and Aurora for their expertise and support. *** Please join us at the graveside service on Wednesday at 2 pm at Share Torah Lodge Cemetery on 401 Tower Avenue, Hartford, The family will receive guests immediately after at 25 King Edward Rd, West Hartford,CT