Ferne Rodale Kushner, 92, of Allentown, died May 26, 2021, surrounded by her loving family in her home.

She was the widow of Jack J. Kushner, who died in 2014 and with whom she shared 62 years of marriage.

Born in Brooklyn, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Esther (Brooks) Rodale.

She was a 1947 graduate of Allentown High School and received her Bachelor’s degree in 1951 from Penn State University.

She was an early education teacher at the Allentown Jewish Community Center, where she was a member and board member.

She was a member and board member of Congregation Keneseth Israel and a member of Jewish Family Services.

Survivors include children JoAnne Abrams (Robert), David Kushner and Leila Covrigaru (Arie); grandchildren Kori (Taryn), Barr (Jill) and Avi; and great-grandchildren Jack, Max and Leo.

She was predeceased by a daughter, Kathy.

Due to COVID-19, services will be private.

Contributions may be made to Congregation Keneseth Israel, 2227 W. Chew St., Allentown, PA 18104.

Arrangements were made by Bachman, Kulik and Reinsmith Funeral Home, Allentown.