Carole Berman
July 8, 2026
CAROLE BERMAN, on July 8, 2026; beloved wife of Barry Berman, devoted mother of the late Robyn Savini and stepmother of Betsy Pirchesky. Loving grandmother of Quincy (Chase Hawthorne), Jude, and Donovan Savini; and great-grandmother of Hyperion Sage Hawthorne.
She was the sister of the late Rochelle Posin and the late Mimi Spirer, and caring aunt to her nieces and nephews: Monte and Nancy Schwartz, Samuel and Joel Posin, and Tamara Sheinman.
Carole was born in Pittsburgh and attended Taylor Allderdice High School. She received her bachelor's and master's degrees from Ohio State University; and her certification in Special Education from Hunter College.
She followed her passion for teaching and was a dedicated special education teacher at Community Day School for over 25 years, where she was known for going above and beyond for her students.
Carole was married to Barry for 38 years and enjoyed playing tennis and bridge together. She had many close friends and was kind and generous to everyone she met. Most of all she was fiercely dedicated to her family.
Services were held at Ralph Schugar Chapel, Inc. Interment Beth Shalom.
Contributions in Carole's memory can be made to the Jewish Federation of Pittsburgh or other charities for the benefit of children and education.
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She was a fantastic woman my condolences
By Jonathan weinberger - July 24, 2026
Carole had a heart of gold, and reached out to others with her kindness. She was a fabulous Special Education teacher. She alway had a warm repour with her students. While in her charge, she would help build each child\"s confidence, so that they could meet success.
When Carole began teaching in Kindergarten at CDS, we became fast friends. I loved her and will miss her dearly. May her memory be a blessing for all who cared for her.
Sandy Browdie
By Sandy Browdie - July 13, 2026
Carole had a heart of gold. She was a great teacher. When a child in her charge couldn\'t learn one way, she would find many different ways, so that child could be successful. By having a wonderful repour with her students, she would learn about their interests, and included that in her lesson plans for each individual child. When I observed a child struggling with a certain concept in Kindergarten, I would ask Carole for her suggestions. She was always right on target.
We were fast friends since the day we met. I loved her and will miss her. May her memory be a blessing for all those who loved her.
Sandy B.
By Sandra Browdie - July 13, 2026
I enjoyed Carole’s friendship for many years. Yes, she was very passionate regarding her family and profession. RiP Carol.
By Layla Ballon - July 11, 2026
So sorry to hear
She was a very sweet lady and kind to all who knew her
By Batya Selavan - July 10, 2026