Beverly W. Wainer

DATELINE: NEW BEDFORD

Wainer, Beverly W., 94, died Sunday, April 1, 2018 at St. Luke’s Hospital. She was the beloved wife of the late beloved Sidney Wainer.  A lifelong resident of New Bedford, she was the youngest and last surviving daughter of the late Aaron and Ethel (Schuster) Curhan. Born on Martha’s Vineyard, she worked alongside Sidney at his business, Sid Wainer & Sons throughout her life. Beverly was a life member of Brandeis National Committee and Council for Jewish Women. Bev enjoyed winters with Sidney in Boca Raton. Devoted mother of Henry Wainer and Debby Abrahams. Loving mother-in-law of Marion Wainer and Mark Abrahams. Dear sister of the late George and Sydney Curhan, Fanny Kaner, Libby Macey, Lillian Pure, and Esther Lassow. Loving grandmother of Matthew Abrahams, Lori Abrahams, Andrew Wainer, Jamie Leimkuhler, Rebecca Abrahams, Alexandra Wainer and Sara Wainer. Cherished great grandmother of Sophie, Noah and Eli Abrahams.  A private family graveside service will be held. In lieu of flowers, contributions in her memory may be made to New Bedford Zoological Society, 425 Hawthorne St., New Bedford, MA 02740.  Shiva will be private.

10 Comments

  1. Barbara and Ron Katz
    Apr 1, 2018

    So very sorry for your loss. Sending you our love during your time of grieve.

  2. Stan Levine
    Apr 2, 2018

    Ilene and I send our sincerest condolences to all the family. We are truely sorry for your loss. I was always fond of Beverly. She was a fine lady and one of the last to refer to me as “Ducky.” May she rest ion peace.

  3. Brian Borges
    Apr 2, 2018

    So Very Sorry For Your Loss… Please Accept My Deepest Condolences… My Visits To Autumn Glen Will Never Be The Same… She Will Be Dearly Missed

  4. Geoffrey P Miller
    Apr 2, 2018

    Our deepest condolences to you and all your family.

    Best ,

    geoff and shea

  5. Rand & Dale Torman
    Apr 2, 2018

    So very sorry to see this. We all loved your Mom, and of course I saw her fairly frequently. I can still hear her laugh. When your parents and mine got together, you never knew which direction they would go. Bev told me many stories about her and Til, they had lots of fun growing up cousins. Deepest condolences to all.

  6. Barbara and Norman Kravetz
    Apr 3, 2018

    Debby and Family…so sorry to hear of the loss of your Mother, Grandmother and Great Grandmother. Loving memories will keep her alive in your hearts.

  7. Joni Beder Sklar
    Apr 3, 2018

    Our sincere sympathy to the Abrahams & Wainer families on the loss of Beverly~ mother, mother-in-law, Bubbe & “Bubbe the Great”. She was such a lovely lady. May her memory be a blessing and may she Rest in Peace. Love, Joni & Robbie

  8. Jim & Jan Hudson
    Apr 3, 2018

    Please accept our sincerest condolences.
    Your mom will be be deeply missed by all who knew her.
    She always had a wonderful graceful charm and was friendly, warm and loving to everyone.
    We will miss her greatly, but remember her fondly.
    Best wishes to the family,
    Jim & Jan Hudson

  9. Marc & Lina Kaner
    Apr 4, 2018

    It’s sad to hear of Aunt Bev’s passing. She’ll be missed but she will live on forever in the hearts of everyone she touched.

    Our deepest condolences.

  10. Carol & Irv Mendlowitz
    Apr 4, 2018

    We send our love and condolences to all. We were very saddened to hear that “Bubie Bev” had passes away. She was such a lovely lady, and a real treat. We have, All of You in our thoughts.
    Carol,Irv and family

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