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Roslyn Platt Obituary

Platt, Roslyn ALBANY, N.Y. Roslyn Platt, age 84, died peacefully at the Daughters of Sarah Nursing Facility on Thursday, October 9, 2008. Roslyn was born in Brooklyn, N.Y. and was the daughter of the late Goldie and Jacob Wolkenbreit. At a young age, she moved to Albany with her family. She was a graduate of Albany High School. Roslyn worked at the Capitol Bakery, the family business. She met and married Jack Platt, and together they lived in Albany for many years. After Jack's passing in 1975, Roslyn relocated to Boca Raton, Fla., where she lived and worked for 30 years. Roslyn is survived by her two sons, Richard (Joan) of Feura Bush, N.Y. and Ronald (MaryAnn) of Lighthouse Point, Fla.; and her sister, Belle Vener of Englewood, N.J. She is also survived by her grandchildren, Alex, Cara, Jackie, and Jennifer and her great-grandchildren, Andrew, Louis and Brian. Roslyn also leaves several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her sister, Charlotte Jaffe and her brother, Samuel Wolkenbreit. The family would like to thank the loving staff at the Daughters of Sarah, especially Rose, Jason, and Gina, for the kind care and personal attention given to Roslyn and to her family. Their concern and support meant a great deal. A graveside service will take place at the Temple Israel Cemetery in Guilderland, N.Y. on Sunday, October 12, 2008 at 3 p.m. The period of mourning will be observed on Sunday and Monday evenings at the home of Richard Platt. Memorial contributions may be made to the Daughters of Sarah Nursing Facility, 180 Washington Ave. Ext., Albany, NY 12203. To sign the online family guest book, visit levinememorialchapel.com

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Published by Albany Times Union from Oct. 11 to Oct. 12, 2008.

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Gina & Jason Lloyd

October 13, 2008

It was a pleasure and honor to care for your mom. Roz was a wonderful, fun loving woman. We will surely miss seeing her everyday.

Joanne and Fred Mazzone

October 12, 2008

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived.

Jordan and Luisa Vener

October 12, 2008

Our prayers are with you during this difficult time. Roslyn was a wonderful person and will be missed by all of us. We hope you can find confort in the happy memories you have with Roslyn. Love always,

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