Richard Rubinstein
December 28, 2024

RICHARD RUBINSTEIN: Our beloved Father and Grandfather has passed away peacefully and stoically, December 28, 2024, just shy of his 90th birthday. 

Dedicated to his family it was only fitting that his last words were, "Where's the baby?" referring to his 2 year old grandson.

Richard was born on February 4, 1935 to the late David and Harriet Rubinstein of McKeesport, PA. He was a graduate of Penn State, received a Master's degree from The University of Pittsburgh, and served in the Air Force. 

One day he eyed Judy, a teenage red-head beauty from Brentwood. It took a couple years of maneuvering to corral her, but Richard eventually married his prize when she reached the ripe old age of 19. That was 66 years ago. 

Life for the young couple was full and rich and exciting, Richard and Judy became the parents of 3 children while still in their 20's. Richard built his business and owned shoe stores in Eastland Mall, McKeesport, and Greengate. More recently he founded Footloose in Shadyside and The Galleria in Mount Lebanon. The young family moved to Churchill in 1970. There were challenges, but our dear father and grandfather Richard, always stood tall, strong, steady, and decent. 

Richard was well rounded, he played the piano, loved classical music, sang in the glee club, was a jazz aficionado, and loved tennis. He was Vice President of Temple B'nai Israel, President of McKeesport Symphony, and a lifelong supporter of the Pittsburgh Symphony, The Pittsburgh Opera, MCG Jazz, Pittsburgh Arts and Lecture Series, and the Y Music Society. 

Hopefully he is now watching over us, smiling with his vodka in hand, as we unfold the road map he provided, living on with purpose and joie de vivre...

Richard is survived by his wife Judith, children Michael, Robert (Barb), Jill (David), Sister Beth (David) Hart of Chicago, Brother-in-law Gerald Rubenstein (Marcia), grandchildren Gabrielle, Mika, Maya, and Emma Rubinstein, Jacob and Sarah Cohen, Jayme Spiece and many nieces and nephews. 

Services at Ralph Schugar Chapel, Inc., 5509 Centre Ave., Shadyside, on Monday December 30, 2024 at 11 AM. Visitation one hour prior to service (10 AM - 11 AM). Interment Temple B'nai Israel Cemetery. Contributions may be sent to charity of donor's choice. www.schugar.com

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Dear Judy and family, Our sympathies to all of you on the passing of your beloved Richard. I remember when you two first met - as young as you were_ and your marriage was a true partnership . It's sad that we didn't see each other more often but I am so happy that life was good for your family. He was a very good guy . Much love Shelly

By Dr Kenneth and Shelly Zegart - January 01, 2025

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Mike and Robert. I am so sorry to hear of your father's passing. May he rest easy. Mark.

By Mark Ballo - January 01, 2025

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Judy, Fred informed me of Richard's death yesterday so I wanted to let you know that I am thinking about you and your family. I have attempted to email you several times in last few years, but never got a response so figured my emails went to your trash! Would like to reconnect if possible. susandruskin9@gmail.com

By Susan Scheiner Druskin - December 31, 2024

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Jill i am so sorry to hear of your loss! I know how much your dad meant to you! Deepest condolences to you and your family at this time! Love you!

By Dee Anne Weiss - December 31, 2024

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Judy, I was so sorry to hear the news of Richard’s passing. I know your strength will help you at this time. Please accept my deepest sympathy . Robin

By Robin Joan Bernstein - December 30, 2024

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Dear Jill, Judy and everyone, My deepest coldolences. May his memory be a blessing, and may his love and joie de vivre carry you through this difficult time.

By Leigh Winston - December 30, 2024

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Dear Rubinstein family, We send our deepest condolences with the loss of your dear Husband, Father, and Grandfather. What a rich full life he had On earth, blessed with a loving family. We will keep All of you in our prayers. Our sympathies, Mark and Shelly Henderson

By Mark and Shelly Henderson - December 30, 2024

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Dear Michael, Please accept my sincere sympathy for the loss of you father. May you find comfort in many wonderful memories. My father passed away on December 28, 1982. It's always difficult to let go and more so during a holiday. You were blessed to have him in your life.

By Linda Emley - December 30, 2024

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Dear Judy, I was so sorry to hear about Richard’s death. We shared so much of our lives together and I will always have wonderful memories of him. Please accept my very deepest sympathy with love Sara I

By Sara Gordon - December 29, 2024

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Jill and family, I’m so sorry for your loss. May the love you shared bring you peace and comfort. His legacy will live on in you. Love, Marsha

By Marsha Turner - December 29, 2024

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I\'m so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May his memories be a blessing. Again my deepest sympathy on your loss.

By Marc Myers - December 29, 2024

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My deepest sympathies at the loss of a husband, father, grandfather, uncle, and friend. Richard will live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved him. As time passes, be sure to speak of him often with fond stories of the joy he brought to your lives. Richard may be out of your sight, but he lives on in each and everyone of his family members and friends.

By Barb Reiff - December 28, 2024

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My heartfelt condolences on the passing of your beloved Richard, in whatever title he carried for each of you. I have fond memories of him, mostly at a younger age…when fond memories are sometimes more difficult for the parents of your friends to create for you. He absolutely did for me. Just a very good guy. May you all find comfort during this difficult time through each other, your friends and your fond memories of your hubby/ dad/ grandpa. May Richard Rubinstein rest in eternal peace and may his memory be a blessing. Again, I’m so sorry for your loss.

By David Silverman - December 28, 2024

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