Shirley Fine Rodbell (Fine)
October 22, 1931 — September 11, 2025
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Shirley Fine Rodbell, of Baltimore, Maryland, passed away on Thursday, September 11th at the age of 93. She is survived by her devoted daughters, Annette (Marc) Gabe, and Susan (Ben) Silverman; her adoring grandchildren, Scott Brenner (Becky Hackerman), Kevin Brenner (Rachel Sands), David (Jenny) Silverman, and Sara (Joe) Binkowski; and her cherished great grandchildren, Justin Silverman, Joshua Silverman, Lilly Silverman, Abigail Binkowski, Annabelle Binkowski, Olivia Jones, and Jordy Brenner. She was predeceased by her beloved husband, Morton H. Rodbell; her loving companion of 10 years, Jerry Brickman; her dear brother, Jerome "Jerry" Fine; and her devoted parents, Katie and Louis Fine.
Graduated from Annapolis Grammar school in 1944 then High school in grade 11 in 1948. While in high school, Shirley won awards for her work as featured editor of the high school paper. After receiving advanced office training, worked for state controller’s office, then went to the admissions and physical education departments. Shirley loved attending Army /Navy football games. Joined Beta Sigma Phi Sorority as president and honored as woman of the year. She was very close to her late brother Jerry and deeply affected when he left to serve in WW2.
Bubbie Shirl was blessed to have been married to our beloved father Morty for 56 years. They met on a blind date, then after marrying on June 23,1957, moved to Baltimore. Her heart was always linked to Annapolis; her new Jewish home became Beth El Synagogue. She could never believe that a small-town girl could make so may friends. She thrived on being involved, active in Jewish culture, community, and family events. Her history included volunteering with elementary and middle school PTA, 20 years Covenant Guild, Hadassah, Beth El services, and the Pikesville Senior Center. She was honored with the Henrietta Szold Award “What Hadassah means to me.” Her hobbies were square dancing, bowling, the Orioles, traveling (loved Israel and cruises), mahjong and reading. Never forgot a special holiday or birthday with a card or phone call. She was also blessed to have a bonus companion, Jerry Brickman for nearly 10 years. We wanted to thank the terrific homecare and inpatient care given by Gilcrest Center.
We would also like to thank Robert Slatkin, who started out as Bubbies’ personal driver, but became her 3rd special friend in her life, she loved beyond words.
Services are private. Please omit flowers. Contributions in her memory may be sent to Beth El Congregation, 8101 Park Heights Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21208, or to Covenant Guild, Inc. c/o Maxine Gordon, 1 High Stepper Ct, Apt 604, Pikesville, MD 21208, or to Pikesville Senior Center, 1301 Reisterstown Road, Pikesville, MD 21208, or to Hadassah of Greater Baltimore, PO Box 21571, Pikesville, MD 21282.
Graduated from Annapolis Grammar school in 1944 then High school in grade 11 in 1948. While in high school, Shirley won awards for her work as featured editor of the high school paper. After receiving advanced office training, worked for state controller’s office, then went to the admissions and physical education departments. Shirley loved attending Army /Navy football games. Joined Beta Sigma Phi Sorority as president and honored as woman of the year. She was very close to her late brother Jerry and deeply affected when he left to serve in WW2.
Bubbie Shirl was blessed to have been married to our beloved father Morty for 56 years. They met on a blind date, then after marrying on June 23,1957, moved to Baltimore. Her heart was always linked to Annapolis; her new Jewish home became Beth El Synagogue. She could never believe that a small-town girl could make so may friends. She thrived on being involved, active in Jewish culture, community, and family events. Her history included volunteering with elementary and middle school PTA, 20 years Covenant Guild, Hadassah, Beth El services, and the Pikesville Senior Center. She was honored with the Henrietta Szold Award “What Hadassah means to me.” Her hobbies were square dancing, bowling, the Orioles, traveling (loved Israel and cruises), mahjong and reading. Never forgot a special holiday or birthday with a card or phone call. She was also blessed to have a bonus companion, Jerry Brickman for nearly 10 years. We wanted to thank the terrific homecare and inpatient care given by Gilcrest Center.
We would also like to thank Robert Slatkin, who started out as Bubbies’ personal driver, but became her 3rd special friend in her life, she loved beyond words.
Services are private. Please omit flowers. Contributions in her memory may be sent to Beth El Congregation, 8101 Park Heights Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21208, or to Covenant Guild, Inc. c/o Maxine Gordon, 1 High Stepper Ct, Apt 604, Pikesville, MD 21208, or to Pikesville Senior Center, 1301 Reisterstown Road, Pikesville, MD 21208, or to Hadassah of Greater Baltimore, PO Box 21571, Pikesville, MD 21282.
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