Ruthie FRANK

FRANK Ruthie (née Leibowitz) passed away peacefully in her home on August 29th, 2021, surrounded by her family. Ruthie was born in York, PA - the only child of Mose and Mary Leibowitz. She was the apple of their eye. And it was easy to see why. Ruthie had intelligence, style, beauty, grace, and warmth. She attended the University of Pennsylvania and was the President of Alpha Epsilon Phi sorority her senior year in 1960. She met her soon-to-be husband, Paul, at a friend's wedding, and it was love at first sight. Paul, who also studied at the University of Pennsylvania, was on his way to becoming a successful Ophthalmologist, and the two married during Ruthie's senior year at Penn. Ruthie and Paul shared a long and wonderful life together - 60 years, and enjoyed many pursuits, including reading, theatre, travel, tennis, golf and partnering together to become Silver Life Master bridge players. Ruthie had a love of education and was a college advisor for many years. She was also an avid reader and member of a book club for over 20 years. The lesson we can all take away from Ruthie is having the drive to challenge herself and take on new pursuits. Ruthie was the beloved mother of Steven Frank, Susan Boland, Ellen Cohen (Peter), and Nancy Breslin (Charles) and the adored grandmother of eight grandchildren: Emma and Claudia Boland; Eve, Jane, and Asher Cohen; and Alan, Kate, and Lila Breslin. Ruthie was happiest when her family surrounded her during celebrations such as Thanksgiving and Father's and Mother's Day. With four children and eight grandchildren, Ruthie always found individual time for everyone whether Broadway shows or special trips. "Grandma Ruthie is my biggest fan" is what her grandchildren would say as she showed genuine interest in the day-to-day of each of her grandchildren's lives. Ruthie had a circle of close friends who she supported with calls, letters, and visits, who supported her, and who she held dear to her heart. Funeral services will be private. In lieu of flowers, contributions in her name may be sent to Reform Congregation Keneseth Israel, 8339 Old York Road, Elkins Park, PA 19027, or Abington Health Foundation, 1200 Old York Road, Abington, PA 19001 or online at give.abingtonhealth.org/donate. www.goldsteinsfuneral.com