Miriam (Davidson) Kauderer was born June 26, 1927, in Brooklyn, NY and passed away August 8, 2022, in Coconut Creek, FL. Miriam is survived by her son Mallory (Mirtha) Kauderer and daughter Patrice (Terrence) Ronczkowski. Her husband Leon Kauderer preceded her in death by many years. Her daughter Clarita (Robert) Wexstaff died in 2020. Miriam was the middle child between Stanley (Irene) and Edward (Irene). She is survived by one sister-in-law and grandchildren: Michele Erickson, Yvette Frankel and Sofia Kauderer. Miriam also had caregivers that she loved like her own children.
Miriam had a difficult start contracting spinal meningitis as a child leaving her blind in one eye. Her beautiful operatic soprano singing voice was discovered young leading her to singing opportunities in Europe and NY as a teen. Miriam graduated from Brooklyn College and obtained a Master’s in Social Work from NYU. She worked in the social work field until retiring at age 78 from Philadelphia DCFS. She was a professional leader and won awards early in her career including working at the Veterans Home in Des Moines, IA. Her passion for music and theater carried through her life including performing with the Township Theater Group until stopped by the COVID pandemic. She loved her many friends there.
Miriam met her husband while singing in a Catskill Mountain resort. He was also a musician at that time. Miriam’s life had many ups and downs as she put Leon through medical school. They lived in the Philippines from 1957 through 1960 where they adopted their oldest child, Claritia. Miriam has had a life of travel including through the Suez Canal on a cargo ship. She loved other cultures and accepted all sorts of people. Her life as a single parent was not easy so she became strong! She made friends with everyone and was not afraid to speak her mind! She was smart, beautiful, vivacious, hardworking, generous, and loved a party. She was a heart-toucher and so memorable! She will be missed more than words can express but we know her faith took her to heaven!
Services will be held at the Chapel of Star of David Funeral Home and Memorial Gardens on Thursday, August 11, 2022, at 2:45 p.m. 7701 Bailey Road, North Lauderdale, FL 33068.
Shiva will follow the services at Miriam’s residence.
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