Ida L. Gregerman
Dateline: PROVIDENCE
Gregerman, Ida was born in NYC on October 25, 1925. Esther Malachowsky Kuperman and Morris Kuperman were her parents. Ida’s family eventually moved to Providence, where in her teens, she met her future husband, Paul Gregerman.
Ida was always lovingly nostalgic about the South Providence neighborhood where she attended Temple and Oxford St. schools and Roger Williams Junior High School. Ida and Paul graduated from Hope High School in 1943 and married the following year. Ida’s first job, during WWII was at Shepards Dept. store in the office of price administration. She later worked as an employment interviewer for the Dept. of Labor & Training, retiring in 1989 after 30 yrs of service. Ida was very keen on education and although never attending college full time, she earned credits equivalent to a junior year at URI. Ida and Paul were active members of Temple Emanu-el and upon relocating to Boynton Beach FL. In 1992, became active in Temple Emeth. During her retirement years Ida took up basket making, a skill she learned as a child. Ida’s many colorful raffia baskets adorn the homes of her children, grandchildren and many friends.
Ida spent the last 4 years residing at Steere House in Providence where the was attended to by a caring staff. Ida loved her time there.
Ida is pre-deceased by her Husband, Paul; brother Max Kuperman; sister Rosalie Edelstein. She is survived by Daughter, Enid Cohen; Son, Abbott Gregerman (wife-Susan) Grandchildren; Daten Cohen (wife-Terri Spisso); Samara Cohen (husband-Paul St. Germain) Great Grandchildren: Zeke and Jonah Cohen; Willow St. Germain.
Contributions in Ida’s memory can be made to Steere House, 100 Borden St., Providence RI 02903.
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You and Paul are forever connected with Rose and Dave in my childhood memories. We will miss you Ida.
Enid & Abbott -
Carol and I want to express our condolences on your moms passing.
We have fond memories of her and your Dad when we were growing up – she was always happy, always had a smile on her face and we thought she was “glamourous” – they were a b beautiful couple.
With Love and understanding
Carol and Ann
Dear Enid & Abbott,
Sorry for your loss. I have such fond memories of years on Morris Ave, especially your family. Ida was always friendly and upbeat. I always felt welcomed in your home.
Love and friendship
Esta
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I will surely miss all the stories she told me, and all thoses hugs I recieved. We will meet again my friend.
Dear Enid and Abbott,
I knew your mother for most of my early life and even had the opportunity to visit her a few years ago. I remember her as warm, engaging and very vital. I enjoyed stopping in to your parents home on Morris Avenue when I was young and there was always a sense of welcoming there. She was like that when I last saw her. She and your dad were very kind to my older brother Jack when he was having a difficult time. I remember her and Paul with much affection. My condolences to you both.
To Enid, Abbott and Families,
Please accept my deepest condolence. I always felt the closeness that Ida and Paul had with Rosalie and me. We always had a good time with a lot of laughter going back over 70 years. I will miss Ida but will forever have fond memories.
Love, David
Dear Abbott, Sending my deepest sympathy on your loss. May she rest in peace.
Abbott, Our deepest sympathy on the passing of your Mom. She will live on in your heart forever.
David & Deirdre Trabucco
Abbott and Enid. I will always remember and am grateful for your mother’s assistance in helping me collect unemployment benefits after my discharge from the Army.