Saltzman Halsband, Harriet, 88, died Monday, March 9, 2026 at West Shore Health Center. She was the beloved wife of the late Alan Halsband and the late Norman Saltzman. Born in Providence, a daughter of the late Abraham and Ruth (Fish) Kriss, she had lived in East Greenwich, previously living in Warwick and Providence. Harriet was a teacher assistant for 30 years, worked for Cranston ARC, and served as office manager and at Camp Jori for 13 years, where she was affectionately known as “Grammi” to the campers and staff. Harriet was a member of Temple Emanu-El, a former member of Temple Torat Yisrael, and a member of the former Temple Am David.
Devoted mother of Ronni Saltzman Guttin of North Scituate and her late husband, William and Marci Karp and her husband, Ron, of East Greenwich. Dear sister of the late Sonya Rathbun. Loving grandmother of Ilana (Gabriel), Sari (Leo), Aaron (Hillary, Deena, Andrew (Kara), and Lauren (Matthew). Cherished great grandmother of Noa, Ruby, Cecilia, Saffron, William, Lily, Joshua, Thomas, Max, and Josephine.
Harriet’s family expresses gratitude for the kind and attentive care given to her in the last months by the team at West Shore Health Center and Hope Hospice.
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