Ronald L. Fradkin

Ronald L. Fradkin, of Baltimore, MD, passed away on Monday, April 20th, 2026, at the age of 92. He is survived by his loving wife, Carole K. Fradkin (nee Kossow); devoted children, Michael Fradkin, Leslie (Joseph) Kessler, and Richard (Daniella) Fradkin, adored daughter-in-law, Pamela Fradkin; dear sister-in-law, Janet Zalman Kossow; cherished grandchildren, Alan Fradkin (Cynthia Lira), Adina (Hadar) Silverman, Arielle (Josh) Poliakoff, Rebecca (Bradley) Barshop, Dr. Adam (Vivian) Kessler, Katherine Kessler, Emily Fradkin, and Brian Fradkin; adored great-grandchildren, Esti Poliakoff, Chevi Poliakoff, Elliot Silverman, Elisha Poliakoff, Ori Silverman, Lincoln Barshop, Shani Poliakoff, Brooks Barshop, Sage Silverman, and Ella Faye Kessler. He was also survived by his many loving nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his dear sisters, Elaine Plimack, and Rae Margolis (Dr. Bernard Margolis); cherished brother-in-law, Julian Kossow; and his loving parents, Anna and I. Albert Fradkin.

Ronald Fradkin lived a life defined by service, leadership, and dedication to his community. A graduate of Baltimore public schools, he earned honors from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania before pausing his legal studies to serve two years in the Army at the end of the Korean War. Upon completion of his military service, he joined his father’s business, the Al Fradkin Co., where he rose from working as a teenager to become President, gaining a deep understanding of the credit industry and helping to pioneer customer-focused payment solutions. His passion for ethical business practices led to his long-standing involvement in the development of Consumer Credit Counseling Services in Baltimore, where he served on the Board of Directors for over 35 years. Beyond his professional achievements, Ron was active in commercial real estate, consulting, and numerous civic and charitable organizations, including leadership roles with Baltimore Goodwill Industries, the Better Business Bureau, Goodwill Industries, and the board of the JCC. He shared 69 years of marriage with his beloved wife, Carole Kossow, and was a devoted father to three children and proud grandfather to eight grandchildren, and ten great-grandchildren.

Services at Sol Levinson's Chapel, 8900 Reisterstown Road, Pikesville, MD 21208, on Tuesday, April 21st, 2026, at 3:30 pm. Interment Beth Tfiloh Cemetery - Windsor Mill Road. Please omit flowers. Contributions in his memory may be sent to Goodwill Industries of the Chesapeake, the Michael J. Fox Foundation, or to The Associated: Jewish Federation of Baltimore. The family will be in mourning at 8002 Brynmor Court, #306, Baltimore, MD 21208 Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 7pm to 9pm, with services at 7:30pm each evening. The family will receive visitors on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from 1pm to 4pm.