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TAFFER TERESE "TERRY (nee DUDNICK) Of Washington, DC, age 73, daughter of the late Jeanette and Henry Dudnick, passed away suddenly on March 11th, 2022 in Chevy Chase, Maryland. Terry's beautiful life and spirit will be forever cherished in the lives of her family: her children, Frances Leslie Taffer of Golden, Colorado and Andrew Dudnick Taffer of Vienna, Virginia; her daughter-in-law Tia Phillips Taffer, son-in-law Ian Patrick Kearns, and her four grandchildren. She is also survived by her sisters and brother and their families: Carol Dudnick, Susan Boer and Robert Dudnick. A Funeral Service will be March 15th, 2022 at GOLDSTEINS' ROSENBERG'S RAPHAEL SACKS SUBURBAN NORTH at 11:30 A.M. precisely. Interment to follow at King David Memorial Park (Sec. N). In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the HIAS, www.hias.org/donate. www.goldsteinsfuneral.com

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Published by The Philadelphia Inquirer on Mar. 15, 2022.

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tobe mason

August 15, 2023

My name is tobe mason. Terry and I had been the best of friends, probably since the beginning of Hebrew school, if not before that. I remember how much she loved her French studies and worked in Manhattan for something Francaise ? We lost touch and then found each other again in 1982. She told me that kiwis are really good even though they´re so ugly! The things we remember.

But, If I do remember correctly, today was her birthday & her birthstone was a Peridot?? I went online to see if I could find her to wish her a wonderful day...but instead, I found her obituary. This is so distressing and saddening for me. I have been sorry we lost touch again, but I think that was Terry´s decision, but it matters not whatever it was, She was one of my greatest friends growing up and I did love her parents and family. We spent a lot of time at each others homes.

I am extending my most heartfelt sympathies to her family and friends and I´m so sorry I didn´t know sooner. She was a wonderful girl. best...tobe

Dale Lander Goldwasser

March 22, 2022

I grew up with Terry as a friend of her sister, Susan. I will remember her with love. My thoughts are with her family.

Bebe and Ron Zevin

March 20, 2022

Dear Andrew and Fran,
We were so shaken to learn of your mother's tragic passing. We are deeply sorry for your family's great loss.
We met Terry in the early 90's when you all moved to Short Hills. As we're sure you recall, our beautiful Golden Retrievers Belle and Cubby became best friends and our friendship with your mother grew from there. Through the years we helped each other care for our dogs on endless occasions, even after her move to NY. In fact, we drove Terry and Belle into the city the day they moved in.
We last saw your mother shortly before her move to D.C. We spent that beautiful afternoon with her in Central Park listening to music and reminiscing. Afterwards, we dined outdoors at a lovely little restaurant nearby.
It is because of your mother that we fell in love with NY and Paris, too!
Our hearts go out to you and your family at this time. We will never forget her.
With deepest sympathy,
Bebe and Ron

The Meyer Family

March 19, 2022

This is Billie, I'm the one who lives in DC, but we are all so saddened by your heartbreaking loss.
We send our heartfelt condolences and wish you peace.
If there's any way I can help here in DC please let me know.

Sharon and Paul Kazaras

March 16, 2022

We're long-time patients of Dr. Robert Dudnick and are heartbroken about the passing of his beloved sister. He's a kind, gentle soul and our thoughts are with him and his family at this sad time.

S. Brown

March 15, 2022

Condolences to the family.

Ms. Terry lived where I used to work. She was a very nice and intelligent lady. We had many conversations and laughs. She will be dearly missed.

Carolyn K. Carr

March 15, 2022

I met Terry through Arttable in DC. Such a lively and interesting person. My heartfelt sympathy for her family's loss.

Joseph Topek

March 15, 2022

On behalf of the Harry G. Friedman Society please accept our heartfelt condolences. Terry was a longtime active member of our organization and we shall miss her enthusiasm for Jewish material culture. May your entire family be comforted among the mourners of Zion and Jerusalem.
Dr. Ira Rezak, President
Warren Klein, VP
Terry Cohn, Secretary
Rabbi Joseph Topek, Treasurer

Jessica Greenbaum

March 15, 2022

I am so sorry. Terry was in a few of my classes at Central Synagogue--and she was a sparkling presence. She was a curious seeker--and helped us all look more closely at whatever we were reading. And she kept us straight about our sloppy ideas of art history! I admired her determination to adventure and find what was a good home for herself. She was generous, even in just knowing her from this context. I offer my condolences to those who loved her. I know her Central Synagogue peers will feel her death keenly. Please accept my true condolences.

Freddy Romano

March 14, 2022

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Jeanie and Randy Riley

March 14, 2022

Andrew, we are so extraordinarily sadden by your loss. I so enjoyed her company when the moms and sons hung out throughout your school career in NJ. Our best to all in your family.

Marsha PAPANEK

March 14, 2022

I was shocked and so saddened to learn of Terry´s untimely death. We were close friends for many years in Short Hills, NJ and had lots of fun together with our group of girlfriends. I have missed her and am so disheartened to learn this devastating news.
Please accept my deepest condolences for your loss...

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