Barbara Ruth Leslie Graver's Obituary
Barbara Ruth Leslie Graver was born on November 5,1938 and passed away on March 17, 2024. Barbara is survived by her loving husband of 65 years, Stuart, her first born son, Richard (Roz), her adoring son, Robert (Judi), and her daughter, her best friend, Hillary. Barbara grew up in Miami Beach with her sister, Debra, and her parents, Al and Sylvia Leslie. After graduation from Miami Beach High School, she attended the University of Miami. She fell in love with Stuart and got married on June 8, 1958. She and Stuart shared a beautiful storybook love affair that produced three children, seven grandchildren, Tiffany Graver Smith (Brandon), Ryan Graver (Sarah), and Corey Graver (Raquel), Ashley Graver, Maxx Graver, Michael Skumanich, and Peter Skumanich, and six great grandchildren, Robert, Bryson, Chloe, Jacob, Olivia, and Dylan.
Barbara was a devoted, wife, mom, and grandma who lived for her family. They were the center of her universe. Barbara was an elegant woman, a great cook, deeply interested in world affairs, and enjoyed a great football game (especially the Dolphins or the Canes). Barbara will be missed and forever in the hearts of all who knew and loved her. Arrangements by Levitt-Weinstein (305) 932-2700.
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