Barbara R. Gilman
February 26, 1944 - December 24, 2024

BARBARA R. GILMAN: Passed away surrounded by loved ones on December 24, 2024. Barbara was born February 26, 1944 in Detroit, Michigan. Raised in Los Angeles by the late Sara (Katzman) and Morris Weiner, she was preceded in death by her younger siblings Roberta and Chuck. She was educated at Beverly Hills High School, the University of Wisconsin, and the University of Southern California, and was a Special Education teacher early in her life. Born to a family with a lineage of great cantors, her Jewish identity, culture, home, and synagogue were always a central part of her life.

She was the beloved wife of the love of her life Fred Gilman for over 57 years. She spent her life dedicated to her children Michelle (Rich Jasen), David (Jaime Levine), Jonathan, and Daniel (Amanda Kennedy).  She was the cherished Bubbie to Annabelle, Riley, Stanton, Bodie, Sam, and Tessa.

In addition to the time spent as a loving wife, mom, and bubbie, she was a committed volunteer at her children's schools and to many non-profits, including, Hillel Jewish University Center, Hebrew Free Loan, United Jewish Federation, and National Council of Jewish Women.

Services at Ralph Schugar Chapel, Inc., 5509 Centre Avenue, Shadyside on Thursday, December 26, 2024 at 11 AM. No prior visitation. Interment Beth Shalom Cemetery. Friends are invited to join the family for shiva at the Jewish Community Center, 5738 Forbes Avenue on Thursday and Saturday from 5 - 7 PM.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests friends and loved ones consider making a contribution to the Hillel Jewish University Center - "Hillel: The Foundation for Jewish Campus Life" (Pittsburgh), 4607 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15213 or the charity of their choice. www.schugar.com 

Condolences

Dear Friends No words are perfect at this time but please know that my family and I mourn With you. My sweet friend will always be part of our lives. Barbara was the truest and most honorable friend I could ever have hoped for. All of you were her whole life and her whole heart. Thank you for sharing her with me and my family. We love you all..

Dan and Family, you have our sincere condolences Chris and Joe

Dan and families, We are so sorry for your loss. We will keep your Mom and your family in our prayers