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Ruth Ann Alperin

Ruth Alperin Obituary

Ruth Ann Alperin- doting mother, lifetime educator and compassionate friend passed away peacefully on December 10, 2019 surrounded by her children. A retired school Principal Ruth spent 40 years working with youth and educators in the Miami Dade County School System. Ruth was a mentor, a fierce advocate for children, a health enthusiast and trailblazer. Ever the optimist Ruth spread love, light and inspiration to everyone she encountered. Ruth was preceded by her husband Azizollah Samiee. Although she left us far too soon her memory will live on through her adoring children Justin Samiee (Adriana Vellojin) and Azra Samiee, sister Joan Wilson (Bob Wilson) Channa Alperin (Mark Bonvechio), her beloved Iranian family and numerous nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Florida Guardian Ad Litem program https://flgal.org/donate-to-the-florida-guardian-ad-litem-foundation or consider signing the petition to support the Death with Dignity bill https://www.deathwithdignity.org/take-action/petition-florida/.

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Published by the Miami Herald on Dec. 14, 2019.

Memories and Condolences
for Ruth Alperin

20 Entries

Lynn Drittel-Kaplan

February 6, 2023

Hi Astrid- I just heard about mom´s passing and I am so so sorry. She was a beautiful person inside & out. I loved her energy & cleverness. I will always hold you & mom close to my heart.
Lynn Drittel- Kaplan

Jana Nunes

December 8, 2022

I have such fond memories of Ruth - always ready to help or lend an ear. She was definitely a class act. So honored to have known you.

Ron Weil

January 12, 2020

Strength is gentle.. it is graceful it gives shade and warmth it invites and encourages. It smiles during misfortune. You want to be around it.

For a long time Kathy and I were Fred and Ethel Mertz to Ruthie and Parvissort of the later day Lucy and Desi. That was our good fortune. We were a large diverse family freely coming through open doors, sitting around a holiday tables celebrating Persian, Jewish and generally any eating holiday. We were in each others lives as new souls came into this world.

Ruthie is a great soul. I read this and it seemed to so apply to our friend.

Great souls resemble the elements in their immensity. They absorb everything pain, injustice, insult, folly and give back decency and kindness. They are not born of a piece. They come into being through unflinching confrontation with lifes spears. They reach quiet. Discipline is the backbone of graciousness. Stoicism is the other face of wounds. In the most beautiful smile, painful knowledge hovers.

We love you Ruthie. We miss you, your laugh, your smile, your wisdom, and your extraordinarily long toes.

a loved one

Sent Flowers

Charlotte Welsh

January 5, 2020

Gone from sight but never forgotten. Her friendship, kindness, strength of spirit,
and love for those dear and near to her will always be with us. I will remember and miss Ruth daily.
Goodbye my friend for now.

Faye Suddith

December 23, 2019

Ruth I truly loved you. We had so much fun talking about your wonderful little princess and her special outfits. We laughed so much. You loved your family so much. You spoke of the entire family so often until they became a part of my life.

Mari Garza

December 22, 2019

Your quiet strength emanates,still, from YOUR light in OUR hearts.

Edie Marrero Fuog

December 18, 2019

What a beautiful soul she was! Mrs. Alperin was such a compassionate, thoughtful, caring person and Administrator. She did so much for her students and touched thousands of lives in a positive way . I was blessed because my mom worked for her for many years at WPE, so I got to know her well.. eventually my daughter became a student at WPE, and Mrs. Alperin would actually call me and ask me to come in because she needed some baby time with my infant daughter. I would be volunteering at WPE and would catch Mrs. Alperin walking the patio with my baby . :)
She was so adored by my mom, and by my oldest daughter. As a parent of one of her students, I saw (and heard ) how fellow parents treated her and they too all loved and respected Mrs. Alperin. We love you! May you RIP.
To her family: you will remain in my thoughts and prayers

Lynn Swendeman

December 17, 2019

I taught at WPE when Ruth was Principal. She was a devoted educator and inspiring leader. I considered her a friend.
May she have the peace she truly deserves!

Susan Lyle

December 16, 2019

Ruth was a shining star and a great friend. She was an exemplary Principal with a big heart. Children and adults loved her. She taught me so much during my career. She brought light and happiness to my life. She truly was a compassionate person who stood up for what she believed in. A woman of integrity, intelligence, and intensity. Even though you are gone, your light still shines.

Bill Campbell

December 16, 2019

So sorry to hear of Ruth's passing. She will be loved and remembered by her classmates from the Miami Norland Senior High Class of 1967.

Deneece Gursky

December 15, 2019

Such an enormous loss to all who knew her. Ruth was an amazing, caring woman and I have so many great memories of her from WPE. She truly cared about the children and the teachers she worked with. She had the most wonderfully contagious smile and such a huge heart. Her memory will live on in the hearts of so many people who's lives she touched. REST IN PEACE AND LOVE RUTH.

Paul Hanson

December 14, 2019

Shocked and saddened. What a beautiful person and friend. A true professional and someone I looked up to and always wanted to emulate! The world has lost an intensely vital person today. Love to her amazing family... you are in our prayers!

Jackie Schepen

December 14, 2019

Saddened to hear this news. You will be missed, I had the pleasure of doing Ruth's hair for the past few years.... Always smiling always positive and a fighter through and through. I will miss you and your smile forever until we meet again in the hereafter. May your children find peace in knowing what a wonderful mother you were to them and the example you set for outlook on life is immeasurable. Love you Ruth......

Barbie and Mike Guerra

December 14, 2019

May your soul continue to shine bright.

Barbie Guerra

December 14, 2019

Ruth Alperin was one of the most amazing human beings you would ever meet. Her smile lit up a room. She was loved by so many. She made such a positive impact on students, parents and educators. We loved her like family. My kids Adored her. Today is a sad day in the world. But God just got another angel and she will be with her husband whom she loved deeply. We love you Ruth Alperin.

Nancy Adams

December 14, 2019

Ms. Alperin was a terrific administrator. I knew her at Whispering Pines. Prayers for her family. She was a great advocate for children.

Susan Pierpoint

December 14, 2019

God bless you. You were a wonderful principal and person. One of the best principals I've ever had in my 33 years of teaching. You always had a smile on your face and a caring heart. You will be missed. Prayers to your family. I am so sorry.

Jana Nunes

December 14, 2019

Ruth was one of three who interviewed me for my job as a music teacher over 30 years ago. She was a mentor and a friend and was the definition of grace, patience and beauty inside and out. RIP Ruth❤❤

Melina Rodriguez

December 14, 2019

Heaven gained another angel❤I had the pleasure of working with Ruth at Whispering Pines Elementary. We shared many wonderful occasions. May your memory be eternal

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