Rhoda Shugerman

SHUGERMAN: Rhoda Shugerman passed away peacefully on Sunday, Aug. 10, 2025, at the age of 90. Daughter of her late parents, Joseph and Sylvia Kendall. Beloved wife of the late Robert Shugerman. Devoted and loving mother of Stu, Amy (Jack) and Pam. Sister of the late Mervin Kendall (Gail). Cherished grandmother “ma” to Jennifer (Andrew), Scott, Ben, Max and Stephanie, and adoring great-grandmother to Makayla, Ellie and Lilly. Also survived by nieces and nephews, and extended family. Rhoda was the owner of RHODA’S RESTAURANT AND DELI in Squirrel Hill. Along with her kids, they had the pleasure of serving folks from a bris to shiva calls. Even her last request was to enjoy kasha and bows and potato pancakes. She appreciated her family, all her many friends, residents, hospice caregivers, Gallagher staff and Point Pleasant staff for taking such good care of her. She was a sweet, caring person and we will never forget the love she brought to our lives. Services at Ralph Schugar Chapel, Inc., 5509 Centre Avenue, Shadyside, on Wednesday, Aug. 13, 2025, at 12 noon. Visitation one hour prior to services (11 a.m. to 12 noon). Interment Beth Abraham Cemetery. Contributions may be made to Make-A-Wish Foundation, Koppers Building, 436 Seventh Ave. 25th Floor, Pittsburgh, PA 15219, or St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105. Please call the funeral home at 412.621.8282 for shiva information. schugar.com PJC