Ruth Glassman Obituary (1917 - 2013)

Ruth Glassman beloved wife, mother and grandmother, passed away peacefully at Sunrise of Bexley on March 5, 2013. Preceded in death by her parents, Phillip and Fannie Shiffman; husband of 47 wonderful years, Frank Glassman; sister, Eva Luper and brothers, Martin and Julius Shiffman. She is survived by her daughter, Carol Glassman; son, Dr. Andy (Julie) Glassman; grandchildren, Justin Berzon, Joshua, Elliot and Jennifer Barkan; nephews, Fred (Carol) Luper and Jerry Shiffman and many other nieces, nephews and cousins. Ruth was a lifelong member of Cong. Agudas Achim, Leo Yassenoff JCC, Hadassah, B'nai Brith Women, National Council of Jewish Women and The Wexner Heritage Village Women's Auxiliary. Special thank you to the conscientious and caring staff at Sunrise of Bexley (where Ruth was known affectionately as "chanel" for her pizzazz and stylish ways) and to Zusman Hospice for their loving care. Funeral services will be held at 2:00pm on Thursday, March 7th at THE EPSTEIN MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 3232 E. Main St. with Rabbi Harold Berman officiating. Burial will follow at New Agudas Achim Cemetery. Shiva will be observed at the home of Dr. Andy and Julie Glassman. In lieu of flowers, donations are preferred to Zusman Hospice, 1151 College Ave., Columbus 43209 or The Herbert Block Memorial Fund 309352 c/o The Ohio State Univ. Medical Center Development, 660 Ackerman Rd. P.O. Box 183112, Columbus 43218.