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Beverly Graham Harris Rudwick, age 87, passed away peacefully surrounded by family. She was born in Laredo, Texas on February 3, 1938, to Ruth Lee Graham Harris and Graham Edmonds Harris. She spent part of her early childhood in Victoria before the family moved to San Antonio, where they lived for a time in the Hot Wells Lodges while searching for permanent housing during World War II. Beverly attended Hot Wells Elementary, Middle, and High School before graduating from Brackenridge High School in 1955. As a talented young writer and active student, she served as the feature editor of the school paper—and during that time conducted a memorable interview with Hollywood actress Joan Crawford. She was also a proud member of the Brackenridge Eagle Band, where she met the love of her life, Thomas W. “Tommy” Rudwick Jr. Her academic achievements earned her a music scholarship to Trinity University, where she majored in Elementary Education. Beverly and Tommy both attended Trinity—Tommy a year ahead. Beverly’s mother insisted she could not marry until she earned her degree, so Beverly did exactly that, graduating in just three years. Beverly and Tommy were married on June 28, 1958, just 30 days after her graduation. Together, they built a beautiful life and raised two children: Thomas W. Rudwick III and Cara Elaine Rudwick. Beverly began her long and devoted career as an elementary school teacher at only 20 years old. She taught in the San Antonio ISD for more than 35 years, influencing generations of children at Forbes, Inez Foster, and Kate Schenck Elementary Schools. Following her retirement from SAISD, she continued supporting educators by working with McGraw Hill, presenting instructional materials across the region. Beverly lived a full and joyful life outside the classroom. She was a devoted San Antonio Spurs fan and longtime season ticket holder. She loved traveling and coordinated many unforgettable trips to Europe—sometimes bringing along groups of twenty or more friends. She was an avid reader, a spirited shopper who never missed a sale, and a woman who cherished friendship deeply. Her greatest joy, however, was her family—especially her grandchildren. Though they lived in Austin, Beverly made weekly trips to see them, cheering proudly from the sidelines at soccer games and attending robotics competitions. Her love for them was limitless, and she was endlessly proud of their accomplishments. Beverly and Tommy were also deeply involved with the Heart of Texas Concert Band. She served as chair of the Public Relations Committee, and Tommy played tenor saxophone in the band—together finding a community they both cherished. Tommy and Beverly were blessed with many close friends who supported them tremendously over the past few years, and their family is deeply grateful for this circle of care. They are also especially grateful to their wonderful neighbors, whose kindness and support meant so much. The family further wishes to express heartfelt thanks to Beverly’s dedicated caregivers—Kathy Carter, Anita Luna, Mariana Cavazos, Bobbie Baker, and Jennifer Luna—whose compassion and care brought comfort and dignity to her final years. Beverly leaves behind retired Colonel Thomas W. Rudwick Jr., her devoted husband of 67 years; her daughter Cara Rudwick Abazari and husband Ali; her daughter-in-law Leticia Solis Rudwick; her cherished grandchildren Natalia Rudwick and Andrei and Alexander Abazari; and is survived by her brother Graham “Buzz” Harris and his wife Joy; along with many cousins and dear friends. She is preceded in death by her beloved children Kristi Lee Rudwick and Thomas W. Rudwick III, as well as her parents Ruth Graham Harris and Graham Edmonds Harris. A graveside service will be held on Saturday, December 13, at 11:00 a.m. at Mission Park South in San Antonio. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the Heart of Texas Concert Band at heartoftexasconcertband.org, or to the charity of your choice.

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Beverly Graham Rudwick

February 3, 1938 - December 7, 2025