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Ruth

((Geldman))

Federman

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Ruth (Geldman) Federman, 97, of Longmeadow, MA died peacefully on February 21, 2018. Born in Patterson, NJ on January 22, 1921, she married Murray (Moe) Federman and the two were happily married for 74 ½ years before Moe passed away on February 22, 2015. Ruth and Moe exemplified true love always. He honored her with his songs and poetry at every possible opportunity. Feisty and spirited, Ruth was strong-willed, had a unique sense of humor, an immeasurable love of family, and a strong affinity for cooking and shopping. Ruth was a volunteer for Mt. Sinai Hospital and later worked at G. Fox & Co., Hartford. She was active in the Agudas Achim synagogue, serving as President of the Sisterhood. Ruth grew up in Brooklyn, NY, moved to Connecticut when she married and later retired in Tamarac, FL. In 2003, Ruth and Moe moved to Longmeadow, MA in order to be closer to family. Ruth is survived by her children, David Federman and his wife, Jean, of Bloomfield, CT and Karen Blinderman and her husband, Larry, of West Springfield, MA. She is survived by grandchildren, Eric and Amy Federman, Stacey and David Fonseca and Brian and Stephanie Federman, as well as four great-grandchildren, Jake, Jocelyn, Sam and Michalina. Ruth also leaves her beloved sister and best friend, Frances (Cookie) Welner, and generations of loving nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held at Beth Israel Cemetery in Woodbridge, NJ on Sunday, February 25 at 11:30AM. Shiva will be observed at Mandell Jewish Community Center, 335 Bloomfield Avenue, West Hartford on Monday, February 26 from 12PM to 4PM, and also at Glenmeadow, 24 Tabor Crossing, Apartment 247 in Longmeadow, MA from 6PM. to 8PM on Monday, February 26. Memorial contributions may be made to the Murray and Ruth Federman Memorial Fund at the Mandell Jewish Community Center, 335 Bloomfield Avenue, West Hartford, CT 06117 or to Glenmeadow Retirement Community, 24 Tabor Crossing Longmeadow, MA 01106. The family would like to thank the staff at Glenmeadow for the care, support and love they showed to both Moe and Ruth. Arrangements are entrusted to Weinstein Mortuary, Hartford, CT. For further information, directions, or to sign the guestbook, please visit online at www.weinsteinmortuary.com/funerals.cfm.

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Deceased On:

Thursday, January 1, 1970

Service Date:

Thursday, January 1, 1970

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Ruth Federman

((Geldman))

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From: Barry Robbin

From Miami Beach, Florida

Posted On: February 23, 2018

David - You should only know from simchas. May G-d comfort you among the mourners of Zion and Jerusalem.

From: Roberta (Schoen) and Harry Berry

From ,

Posted On: February 24, 2018

Our condolences to you David and your family. Growing up in the Agudaa Achim we knew your parents well. Remembering the Social Club activities that my parents Sam & Sadie as well as Aunt Ceil & Uncle Dave Finman would partake. Your mom as a youth leader for a youth group. Wonderful memories!

From: Gelfenbien Family

From Estero, Fl

Posted On: March 3, 2018

DAVE , sorry about your mom . We wish you as long and as happy a life .

Roger and Margie

From: henry m zchs

From Hartford Ct., Ct.

Posted On: February 23, 2018

David and Jean

very sorry for you loss and a thank you for all you do for the Community and the Crown

Henry-Judy Eric- Jessica

From: Richard Seidman

From Palm Beach Gardens, FL

Posted On: February 23, 2018

Mrs. Federman had a long and wonderful life. To be married for almost three-quarters of a century is truly remarkable. We extend our heartfelt sympathies to her family, especially her children, David and Jean. Her life was truly “For a Blessing!”

Susan and Richard Seidman

From: Richard Seidman

From Palm Beach Gardens, FL

Posted On: February 23, 2018

Mrs. Federman had a long and incredible life. To be married for almost three-quarters of a century is wonderful. We extend our deepest sympathies to her family, especially to her children, David and Jean. Her life was truly “For A Blessing.

Susan and Richard Seidman

From: Ruth Sovronsky

From Hartford, CT

Posted On: February 23, 2018

Dear David and the entire family: On behalf of everyone at the Hartford Symphony, we extend our heartfelt condolences on the loss of your mom. We can only imagine the force for good that she was for all of her family, given the leadership and guidance you have provided for so many organizations in this community. With our deepest sympathy -
Ruth Sovronsky, personally and on behalf of the Hartford Symphony Orchestra

From: Richard Seidman

From Palm Beach Gardens, FL

Posted On: February 23, 2018

Mrs. Federman lived an incredible life of almost three-quarters of a century. Her children, David and his wife, Jean, are good friends of my wife, Susan, and me.
We extend our deepest sympathies to her entire family. Her life was truly “For a Blessing!

From: David & Barbara Klau

From Delray Beach, FL

Posted On: February 25, 2018

So Sorry to hear about the death of your Mom. It is easy to see where your community envolvement came from. Our syympathies are with you all. May her memory be as a blessing.

Dave & Bobby

From: mary jane hurley

From longmeadow,, ma

Posted On: February 23, 2018

Loved hearing all the Moe and Ruth stories over the years. She was a special person and a wonderful parent. You are all blessed to have shared her life and the memories of them both will help to sustain you over the years. With love Mary Jane Hurley

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