Gerald Rubenstein
April 5, 2025

GERALD NORMAN RUBENSTEIN: On Saturday, April 5, 2025, it is with great sadness that we mourn the passing of Gerald Norman Rubenstein, age 88, who transitioned peacefully surrounded by his loving family. Jerry was the son of the late Ruth and Morris Rubenstein, devoted husband of 66 years to Marcia Rubenstein, proud father of Ellen (Mitchell) Livingston, Carol Rubenstein, Lynn (Larry) Lebowitz, and Rachel (the late Steven) Kerchner. He was the grandfather of Sam (Jessica) Livingston; Adam Livingston; Amy, Alyssa, and Ben Lebowitz; Jonah, Aaron, and Shira Kerchner; great-grandfather of Ruby and Aurora Livingston; and brother of Judy (the late Richard) Rubinstein.
Jerry brought honor, integrity, and a healthy dose of wit to every dimension of his life. A graduate of the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania, he owned and operated Ruby's Cleaners, and later a pioneering uniform rental business, for 65 years. His entrepreneurial spirit, combined with his tireless work ethic, afforded him success in the business world. Adventurous and resolute, Jerry was a prolific hiker and bicyclist well into his 80s, traveled the world alongside Marcia, and maintained an abiding love of music and art. He embodied loyalty and generosity, both through philanthropy and in his care of those around him. Jerry was good to the core and cherished his family above all. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
Services at Temple Emanuel of the South Hills, 1250 Bower Hill Road, Mount Lebanon on Sunday, April 6, 2025 at 2 PM. Visitation one half hour prior to service (1:30 PM - 2 PM). Interment Adath Jeshurun Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please consider contributions to Temple Emanuel of South Hills or the charity of your choice. Arrangements entrusted to Ralph Schugar Chapel, Inc. www.schugar.com

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Marcia and Family, Sending my genuine condolences upon Jerry’s passing. I remember him always smiling.

From afar, we send heartfelt condolences to Marcia and family. Jerry was a caring and sharing man, always ready with a smile. Our first recollection of meeting Jerry was with his sharing of his complete cantorial music collection. It was a marvelous spiritual, kind and connecting event, and that was always the Jerry that we knew. We mourn his loss and applaud the life of a man who enjoyed love, life and engagement with people and business. May his name be for a blessing.

Marcia, We are so saddened to hear of Gerry's passing. We send you all our love and hugs during this time. Gerry was a kind and beautiful person to all of us. May his memory be a blessing to you all. Danny & Pam.

Love and condolences to Marcia and the entire family on the loss of our beloved Jerry. He was a special cousin to us and a role model for so many. We will remember him fondly.

We are so sorry for your loss. In your dad’s memory we have made a contribution to Temple Sinai in Sarasota. May his memory be for a blessing. We send our love to you, the children and your family.

Please accept my deepest condolences on Jerry’s passing. He was a fine man, wonderful husband and father and wonderful business leader. Sending love to all the family. Fondly, Ellie

Deepest and sad condolences, Jerry was especially kind to us during a sad period of our lives.

Dear Marcia and Family, How saddened I am to learn of Jerry’s passing! I know these past years have been a struggle for him and for all of you. Witnessing the decline of a loved one is both tough and sad. Steve and Jer were longtime friends and that friendship only broadened and deepened with the easy addition of the rest of us and our families. I guess we are “old” friends in every sense of the word! With his great voice, the song has ended but his memory lingers on…for all of us. Know that I care! Hugs and love, Phyllis Port