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Ruth Beer Obituary
MENANDS - Ruth Beer, M.D,, M.B.A., age 73, passed away on Thursday, January 12, 2023, at Mt Sinai Hospital in Miami Beach, Fla. Born in Haifa, Israel on August 12, 1949, she is the daughter of Shmuel and Luba Winterfeld.
Ruth was a graduate of the Reali High School in Haifa, Israel, after which she served three years in the Israeli military in communications. She graduated from Brussels University School of Medicine in Belgium in 1977 and completed her residency in radiology in Mt. Sinai Hospital in N.Y.C. She moved to the Capital District area in 1981 where she practiced radiology and created the first mammography unit of the Capital District and was co-founder of Community Care Radiology. She retired in 2017 following a lung transplant due to pulmonary fibrosis. She remained active and lived in the Capital District area alongside her husband, also a physician, until recently.
Ruth was always cheerful and pragmatic. She was a happy person, extroverted, loved to meet new people and connect with them. Her friends and family always appreciated her outspoken honesty and felt the strength of her love for them.
Ruth is survived by her children, Omri and Jonathan; her daughters-in-law, Manami and Jackie; her beloved grandchildren, Noam and Mayu; her sister Michal (Ebril), and her husband of 51 years, Yoram.
Funeral services will be held at Congregation Beth Emeth in Albany on Friday, January 20, 2023, at 12 p.m. All who knew her are welcome to attend.
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Shelley Hunter
February 14, 2024
Hi I am sorry for your loss. She seems to be a wonderful person. I believe Ruth was related to the Winterfeld family. My grandfather was Samuel Winterfeld and my mother was Edith Winterfeld. Would love to know if in someway we are related. We were brought up in the Bronx and Queens NY and currently live in Charlotte NC.I know my grandfather had relatives in Israel. We know nothing of his Winterfeld family in Israel and would love to find out about them. My email address is [email protected] and any info you can give would greatly be appreciated. Shelley Hunter
Meredith Peck
February 13, 2024
My sincere condolences - I am the granddaughter of Ruth’s father’s brother Sam , from the Bronx, NY. I used to accompany my grandfather when he went to visit his brother Shmuel at Lebanon Hospital. I have recently been in touch with Hattie Winterfeld, granddaughter of William Winterfeld , Shmuel’s brother. She has given me information as I begin my search for my family , at the wonderful age of 78! I am so sorry for your loss, Meredith
Leslie and Patricia HIpenbecker
May 20, 2023
Our deepest condolences on the loss of your beloved Ruth. No one could have done more to prolong her life with such grace, compassion and love. We are thankful that you shared many good years together. We love and miss you and share your loss.
Joseph Schwartz
February 28, 2023
A woman of valor. My condolences.
Joe Schwartz
Judith Gvirtzman
February 8, 2023
Lots of fond memories of cousin Ruti as a girl in Haifa and during her medical studies in Brussels and again in the Albany.
Condolences from Judy and Danny Gvirtzman.
Jude Chiera
February 2, 2023
Dr. Beer
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Mollie and David Shulan
January 22, 2023
Dear Yorum, Omari , Jonathan and family,
Our heartfelt condolences to you all for your tremendous loss!! We have sweet memories of Ruth and will never forget her kindness, compassion and fortitude! Lovely woman!
Mollie and David Shulan
Rochelle Fisher
January 21, 2023
Dr Beer and Family,
So sorry for your loss, Ruth was a client, friend and my radiologist who found my breast cancer. She was always so cheerful and friendly. My heart goes out to you all. Wish you long life.
Rochelle Fisher
Deborah Gall
January 19, 2023
This message is for Jonathan and of course the whole family. I recognized your Mother's name and remembered having you in my 1st grade classroom at Slingerlands School many, many years ago. I have fond memories of your family and I am very sorry for your loss. I'm sure that your mother was very proud of you!
Sending love, Mrs. Debbie Gall
Bill Gibbons
January 17, 2023
Heartfelt condolences and prayers are with you during this difficult time. We are very sorry to hear of this Dr. Beer. Thinking of you.
William, Phyllis and Lynn Gibbons
John & Nydia Russum
January 17, 2023
So sorry for your loss....we always enjoyed her presence at our annual homeowners meeting...she´ll be missed,
Lisa Hotaling
January 17, 2023
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Rose Viggiani
January 17, 2023
To the family of Dr. Beer-
Please accept my deepest condolences for your loss. I was a long time patient and I will never forget the care, unmatched skill and personal touch she provided. She was the best. May she Rest In Peace
Tiffanie Zimmerman
January 16, 2023
Dr. Beer and Family,
Please accept my sincere condolences, Ruti was an absolutely amazing person and will be missed by all who knew her. Anyone who knew her loved her, she was wise beyond her years and always willing to share her knowledge in any subject to those around her.
Susan Moore
January 16, 2023
Doctor Beer and family,
I´m so sorry for your loss.
I worked in Nuclear Medicine with Dr. Beer at Samaritan Hospital for many years.
I have such fond memories of her. She was so kind and considerate of patients and staff. She had such an outgoing personality and a wonderful sense of humor. I always enjoyed our conversations about children and life in general. She was always an inspiration.
She will be greatly missed!
My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Sue Moore
Rachel Amell
January 16, 2023
Dr.Beer and family!
So sorry for your loss! sending condolenses and prayers!
Rachel Amell your patient
Donna DiNovo
January 15, 2023
I worked with Dr. Beer at Pondview Medical Arts for East Hudson Radiology. I so enjoyed working with her. She was a treasure. Condolences to the family.
John Welsh
January 15, 2023
Dr Beer and Family, My condolences on Your loss.
Jeff and Rachel murad
January 15, 2023
To you Yoram, Omri, Jonathan and family
Wishing you strength and love during this hard time. Jeff and I wish you long life free from further sorrow.
Our deepest sympathies and heartfelt condolences.
Min hashamaim tinachamu.
SUE HOFFMAN
January 15, 2023
Dr. Beer, I am so very sorry for your loss.
Bill Meissner
January 15, 2023
I am so very sorry for your loss Dr. Beer.
Reggie
January 15, 2023
What a wonderful woman. She diagnosed my breast cancer. After surgery & treatment returned to work at Block Ctr next to her office for ACS. I watched as she helped many others start their journey with love, kindness and tenderness. I learned so much from her. Rest Dr Ruth
you were an Angel then and now
Frances Ray
January 15, 2023
Ruth was a wonderful woman who touched and saved so many lives. She was loved and will be missed.
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