Durham, New Hampshire
Frances (Kerstein) Silverman, 84, passed away in her home Wednesday evening, January 24, surrounded by her family and friends. She is survived by her husband of 65 years, Robert Silverman, a son Peter Silverman, daughter in law, Patricia Lane Silverman, and daughter Abigail Silverman-Claridge. She was predeceased by her daughter Laurel Silverman. She is also survived by three grandchildren, Alyssa Silverman, Aaron Silverman and Leslie Claridge, two sisters Libby Sherbin and Shuly Kerstein-Eisen as well as many nieces and nephews. She is loved and will be missed. The family will be receiving condolence visits at the Silverman residence on Saturday January 27th from 5:00pm – 8:00pm.
Donations may be made in her honor to Doctors Without Borders USA P.O Box 5030, Hagerstown, MD 21741-5030.
Arrangements are under the direction of Purdy Memorial Chapel, 2 Concord Rd, Rt.4, Lee, NH. For more information or to sign our on-line guestbook, please go to www.purdyfuneralservice.com
Fran meant so much to me. We were such close friends! I'll especially cherish memories of her wry sense of humor and many, many kindnesses. A truly wonderful lady.
Anne Jones
February 21, 2007 | Tucson, AZ
Dear Friends and Family,
I will remember Frances with love and respect. She had a big heart and found joy everywhere. Some of my fondest childhood memories are of holidays spent with the Silverman family. It was a privilege to have
known her.
Anne Marchant
February 21, 2007 | Marshall, VA
I first met Frances in the early 1960s, through my sister, Barbara, and her friendship with Laurie. Our families built a relationship that
endured for several decades, until my mother and I moved to Portland.
And after then I seldom saw Frances and Bob. However, I have lasting
memories of many seder nights, a welcome home party after sabbatical in Iran, and a myriad of other gatherings to hold close. There was always lot of food, laughter, engaging political discussion and a sense of...
denise shames
January 30, 2007 | Portland, ME
Dear Silvermans,
Please accept my condolences on the loss of a truly great woman. The memories that I have of growing up at your house will stay with me forever. I credit Fran with helping me become the person that I am today, and will forever carry a piece of her in my heart.
Love,
Brantley
Brantley Powers
January 29, 2007 | Lee, NH
I was blessed to know Frances. She was the strongest person I have known, even in death she was comforting everyone around her. Saying goodbye to her was the hardest thing I have ever done. I will always remember the kind words and wonderful hugs I received from her. She will be sadly missed.
Dawn Drew
January 26, 2007 | Epping, NH
