AVRUSKIN, Bernice (Krafchik) - Born May 9, 1938, passed away on December 16, 2020.
If you met Dr. Bernice AvRuskin/Krafchik (or "Dr. K." to many), you would remember her. Her five-foot-zero stature was an inverse reflection of the size of her personality.
Bernice was a force and she lived a truly exceptional life.
She was known as The Queen of Pediatric Dermatology, a title that perfectly describes the impact she had on her profession.
In a remarkable career spanning over 50 years, she was a world-renowned doctor to thousands, a teacher, a lecturer, a writer, and a mentor.
There was nothing more important to her than her family. She was married to Stan AvRuskin for 40 years until his death and she was fiercely loyal to and proud of her four children Hayley (Phil), Adam (Anne), Vanessa (James) and Gillian (Giorgos) and adored her eight grandchildren.
She was happiest when she was surrounded by her family. She was smart, funny, generous, and full of love. It is hard to imagine a world without her.
Bernice gave to any charity that asked. In lieu of flowers, please donate to a cause of your choice.
Family and friends are invited to share stories at a virtual Shiva on Sunday December 20th from 1:00-4:00 p.m. and 7:00-9:00 p.m. EST.
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