Agraduate of Mt. Holyoke College in 1958, she met Mr. Silverman during her senior year. She also received a master’s degree in political science from Rutgers University. The Silvermans were longtime members of Temple B’nai Jeshurun in Short Hills.

Mr. Silverman pre-deceased his wife in December 2023. She is survived by her children, Jodie and Neill, and their families.

Funeral arrangements were private.