Ruth Lerner
October 28, 1924 to February 5, 2022
Ruth Levinson Lerner, age 97, passed away on Saturday, February 5th, in San Antonio, Texas.
Ruth was born on October 28th, 1924, she lived a fulfilling life as a mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, wife, and friend. She graduated from Jefferson High School and received her Bachelor of Arts degree from Trinity University. She was happily married for 46 years to her husband, Alex Lerner, and was very close with her sisters. Ruth was a long-time real estate agent in San Antonio, an avid bridge player, and exercise advocate.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Eva and Alex Levinson; husband, Alex Lerner; and sister, Betty Wise. Survivors include her daughters, Joni Lerner Ross and husband Barry, Peggy Lerner Belasco and husband Dr. Marvin; grandchildren, Dr. Jennifer Belasco and husband Dr. Devin Peck, Brooke Hernandez and husband Rick, Bradley Belasco and wife Kathryn Sinclair, and Victoria Ross Nueser; great grandchildren, Xander Peck, Madeleine Peck, Cameron Hernandez, and Bennett Hernandez; and her beloved sister, Margie Gernsbacher.
The family would like to thank Karen Kosub and her loving staff at the Forum at Lincoln Heights for their wonderful care. A family graveside service was held, and donations in her memory may be sent to Temple Beth-El or the charity of your choice.