Pearl C Goodman

Sunday August 23
Memorial Service 12:30
Temple Kol-Ami Emanuel
8200 Peters Rd, Plantation 

Livestream at: https://bcsfl.org/kol-ami-emanu-el-livestream/

Burial at Evergreen Cemetery 2:30
1300 SE 10th Ave, Ft. Lauderdale

Shiva 4:00 with Kaddish at 6:30
at Kol Ami Emanuel

Shiva on Monday and Tuesday 5-7. Kaddish at 6 at:
Embassy Suites 
1100 SE 17th Street Fort Lauderdale Florida 
Room 1131

Obituary

Pearl Goodman, a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, educator, businesswoman, philanthropist, and patron of the arts, passed away at age 97 on August 16, 2026, surrounded by her loved ones. She leaves behind a legacy of generosity, intellectual curiosity, and unwavering commitment to her family and community.

Pearl shared an extraordinary 73-year marriage with her beloved husband, Dr. Stanley Goodman. Together they built a remarkable life founded on love, partnership, and shared values. They raised three children: Laurie Goodman (Mark Perwien), Arnold Goodman z”l (Merle Goodman), and Nanette Goodman (Dan Mont). Although they endured the heartbreaking loss of their son Arnold, his memory remained a cherished part of their family. Pearl took immense pride in her eight grandchildren: Louis Perwien (Pam Katz), Arthur Perwien, Ben Perwien and Pam Perwien (Ben Nicholas) Perwien, Sam Goodman (Anne Scharmann) and Dori Goodman (Michael Krzysko), Alex Mont and Simon Mont (Joanna Kaufman). Her six great-grandchildren (Freddy, Maya, Elise and Jimmy Perwien, Cooper Goodman and Lev Mont-Kaufman) brought her endless joy.

Pearl was born and raised in Brooklyn, New York to immigrant parents. A gifted student, she attended Brooklyn College, where she graduated with Phi Beta Kappa honors and met Stanley. She began her career as a teacher, bringing her love of learning and education to the classroom. They moved to South Florida in 1959, Pearl focused on raising their family, Stanley practiced medicine, and together they developed a business investing in real estate. Pearl and Stanley’s success allowed them to give back generously to the community they loved.

Pearl and Stanley were avid philanthropists, believing deeply that their good fortune carried with it a responsibility to help others. They supported numerous organizations throughout South Florida, with a special commitment to Goodman Jewish Family Services, whose mission of helping individuals and families in need reflected their own values of compassion, dignity, and community. They also made significant contributions to their synagogue and to a variety of cultural and arts organizations, strengthening the civic and cultural life of Ft Lauderdale.

One of Pearl's greatest passions was art. Together with Stanley, she assembled one of the country's most celebrated private collections of Latin American art. Their collection was gifted to NSU Art Museum Fort Lauderdale, ensuring that future generations will benefit from their lifelong appreciation of art and culture.

Pearl's life was a testament to the idea that success is measured not only by what we achieve, but by what we give. She will be deeply missed and forever remembered by her family, friends, and the countless lives she touched through her kindness and generosity.

May her memory be a blessing.

Funeral services will be held at Temple Kol Ami Emanuel, 8200 Peters Road, Plantation, FL on Sunday August 23, 2026, beginning promptly at 12:30. This will be followed by an internment at Evergreen Cemetery and Shiva at the Synagogue from 4-7. Services at 6:30. 

Donations can be made in her memory to Goodman Jewish Family Services, Temple Kol Ami Emanuel, or NSU Fort Lauderdale Art Museum

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August 23, 2026

We were fortunate to spend so many holidays together. We would also go out regularly for meals, lunches were their favorites. When we picked them up once and asked where they wanted to go, Pearl said Duffy’s restaurant. Why? I didn’t understand until it came dessert time. She ordered the kids ice cream tray… scoops of ice cream with cups of sprinkles, candies, chocolate syrup, and of course whipped cream. She finished it all. Since then, we have often gone there with our grandkids and insist on getting that same treat. We explain the story with Pearl so much that the grandkids can te you all about it!

Debbie Gober

August 21, 2026

This is my absolute favorite memory of Pearl. Simon (her grandson, my husband) and I were visiting Pearl and Stanley in Fort Lauderdale some years ago. We sometimes struggled with the daily lunch offerings of cold cuts and mint jelly and so we would use our dietary sensitivities as an excuse to stock up for our stay at Whole Foods. One of our purchases was some expensive and trendy granola, with a lengthy mission statement/about us on the back. You know, one of those. Pearl and Stanley were very often intrigued or perplexed by our food choice selections, much as we were by theirs, and they would sometimes venture to try our exotic groceries (beets, for example). Pearl asked to see the package of granola which she began to read out loud: "Here at Hoity Toity Granola, our purpose transcends breakfast, we are cultivating a movement. We are committed to making the world a better place, one ethically-sourced, small-batch, artisanally-tossed oat cluster at a time..." (something like that.) By the end, she looks up and with complete earnestness, in half question half statement says "it's cereal..."

Joanna Kaufman

August 20, 2026

It is with a broken heart we say goodbye Pearl. You and Stanley were our mentors, community leaders, and finally our close friends. We were so blessed that we shared our family simchas and holidays. We still cherish all of those functions. Our children and grandchildren enjoyed their visits with you. Pearl, you have truly enriched the community by your generosity, leadership, and passion. Your legacy and memories will always remain in our hearts.
With much gratitude and love,
Debbie and Frank

Debbie Gober

August 20, 2026

This is such a sad day for us and so many others. Pearl and Stanley have always been such wonderful role models for so many. Pearl was always so dedicated to, and supportive of education. As a couple, they have positively impacted so many people’s lives through both Goodman Jewish Family Services and their support of education and the arts. What a wonderful world we would have if it were made up of many more Pearl and Stanley Goodmans. We will proudly display their names permanently in the new Craig and Barbara Weiner Holocaust Museum of South Florida at Florida Atlantic University.

Craig and Barbara Weiner

August 20, 2026

My deepest condolences and sympothy

RACHEL BRONSHVAYG

August 19, 2026

I am so sorry to read this news. I have so many wonderful memories of shared experiences with Pearl and Stanley. (too many to mention here.) I will continue to always cherish them, especially those when I was privileged to be included with many members of the family. I hope to see you all on Sunday. So very sorry to all. May I express my deepest sympathy.
Linda Pevar

Linda S. Pevar

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