Frances Perl Rudikoff

Frances Perl Rudikoff - SAVANNAH - Frances Perl Rudikoff passed away Friday evening, October 28. She was the loving wife of Julius Rudikoff. Born in Romania, she immigrated to the US in 1921 as an infant, and lived in The Bronx, New York until moving to Savannah with her husband in 1946. She was non-judgmental, devoted to her family and strived to keep everyone closely connected. She is survived by her sister, Fay Perl Schaffer of Queen's New York, her daughter, Lynn Rudikoff Berkowitz of Savannah, her son Stuart Rudikoff of Bethesda, MD and their respective spouses Dick Berkowitz and Eva Rudikoff. Frances is also survived by seven grandchildren: Daniel Berkowitz (Tamara), Abby Berkowitz Nelson (Brian) , Craig Rudikoff, Lisa Rudikoff Flaherty (Matthew), Debra Darvick (Martin), Amy Trager (Steve), Lisa Thaler (Martin), and five great grandchildren: Elliot and Emma Darvick, Kevin and Emily Trager and Henry Thaler. Also surviving Mrs. Rudikoff are various nieces and nephews. Mrs. Rudikoff was the longtime manager of Punch and Judy. Although retired for 25 years, many still remember her for her uncanny ability to 'dress' their children and her courteous service. She was very active in the AA Synagogue's Sisterhood and was honored for her dedication and service. The funeral service will be held at 11 o'clock Sunday morning at the graveside, Bonaventure Cemetery, with Rabbi Kenneth R. Leitner presiding. The family will receive visitors at Buckingham South, 5450 Abercorn Street, following the service until 7 PM. The family requests no flowers. Contributions can be made to The Julius Rudikoff Athletic Foundation at The JEA - 5111 Abercorn Street, Savannah, Georgia 31405 or Hospice Savannah - Post Office Box #13190, Savannah, Georgia 31416-0190 or The AA Sisterhood - 9 Lee Boulevard, Savannah, Georgia 31405, or a charity of the donor's choice. The family wishes to extend a special thanks to her faithful caregivers under the guidance of Denice Collins and Hospice Savannah. Please share your thoughts about Mrs. Rudikoff and her life at www.gamblefuneralservice.com. Savannah Morning News October 30, 2011 Please sign our Obituary Guest Book at savannahnow.com/obituaries.