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EINSTEIN, Dr. Peter Suddenly on on Monday, Sept. 22, 2008 in St Louis, MO. Beloved husband of Kim Rosenfield and loving father of Jesse, Eric, Tracy and Lisa. Devoted son of Margot and the late Leonard Einstein. Beloved brother of Jill Einstein. Dear uncle of Alexander Gopen of Toronto; Cory, Hannah, Emma Rosenfield of Newton, MA; Eliot, Olivia, and Zachary Rosenfield of Lexington, MA; and Asa, Zev, and Ezra Rosenfield of Salt Lake City. Dear brother-in-law of Kenneth and Janet Rosenfield, James Rosenfield and Deborah Zilberman, Amy Rosenfield, and Micah and Kirstie Rosenfield. Beloved son-in-law of Jay and Barbara Rosenfield of New London, NH. Memorial Service at 3:30 pm, Sun, Sept 28th at Temple Beth Avodah, 35 Puddingstone Lane, Newton Center. Visitation/Shiva thereafter on Sept 28th (5:00pm- 9:00pm) at home of Ken and Janet Rosenfield, 158 Prince Street, Newton; and also on Monday, Sept 29th (noon to 6:00 pm). Dedicated and loving father, brilliant scientist and compassionate care giver. A pediatric cardiac surgeon and immunologist, he received his education at Harvard University (BA, MD and Ph.D) and cardiac surgery training at UAB Medical Center in Birmingham, AL. Founder of the Transposition Study Group, he pioneered an innovative training model for pediatric cardiac surgery. Founder of the Children's Heart Project International, making resources available for children's heart surgery in the developing world. He was passionate about caring for patients, teaching, and the search for new knowledge. Memorial contributions appreciated to: William Mendelsohn Excellence in Teaching Award, Clayton High School, One Mark Twain Place, Clayton, MO 63105; or Action to Cure Kidney Cancer, 150 W 75th St. Suite 246, NY, NY 10023; or the Susan Sillars Research Fund, Brody Lab Research, Curtis 611-A, 1015 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19107.

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Published by Boston Globe on Sep. 26, 2008.

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HENRY WYNN

September 22, 2019

DEAR KIM AND FAMILY:
I HAVE RANSACKED THE ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND FIND MYSELF STILL AT A LOSS FOR WORDS OVER THIS TRAGEDY AND WILL FOREVER BE INCAPABLE OF TELLING YOU ALL HOW I FEEL EXCEPT TO SAY THAT I AM TRULY SORRY ABOUT YOUR LOSS.
COUSIN HENRY WYNN

Valerie Jenkins Fors

April 3, 2017

Dear Einstein Family,

I knew Peter and Jill when we were kids stationed at Sheppard AFB, Tx. I will never forget when the Rabbi came to Col Einstein's to discuss Peter's bar mitzvah. It was Christmas time and the family actually had an aluminum Christmas tree up. Mrs. Einstein quickly hid it in the master bathroom. She also would fry bacon when I stayed over night.
I have been trying to locate Jill to see how her life turned out. Believe she is in New England area.
I am so sorry for the loss of Peter at such a young age. I also see Col. Einstein has passed as well. He took us to the Nutcracker Ballet and Officers Club where I had my first shrimp cocktail at age of 11!

Kellye Self

November 19, 2013

I am so sorry to hear of his passing, even so belatedly. He was a fine man. I know you all miss him deeply.
Kellye Self
Birmingham, AL

Barbara Wright

September 16, 2011

I loved everything about him. The world will miss his laughter and great heart.
Nearing this anniversary, I am remembering him with love and admiration.

Julie Jones

August 22, 2011

Dear Einstein family, I am so sad to hear of the passing of Dr. Einstein. In 1989 my husband and I had a baby girl with Down Syndrome, and she also had VSD(hole between the bottom 2 chambers of her heart). When she, her name is Bliss, was 8 1/2 months old, Dr. Einstein did her surgery. My husband was in the Navy, and we were young, and he was so kind to us! Bliss is 22 years old now, and is the joy of our life!! Many times I have thought of Dr. Einstein and thanked God that he was so skilled as she has never had any further problems! I just happened to be thinking of him today, and thought I would "look him up" and possibly send him a note. So, so sorry for your loss! Julie Jones

Teme Levbarg

November 28, 2009

I was shocked and saddened to learn, albeit so belatedly, that Peter is gone. I have great memories of Peter that go back to senior year in high school. He was brilliant and charming. It is wonderful to learn about his many accomplishments and contributions and to see how important he was to so many. This is not a surprise to me. Sending my heartfelt condolences to you all.

Sherry Whitten

October 22, 2009

When my daughter was born in 1990 with a serious heart defect, Dr. Einstein performed surgery on her when she was just a few days old. I remember him sleeping in a chair at her bedside several nights when she was so critical. God sent Dr. Einstein to us as an angel to care for Cali. I am so saddened to hear of his death.

Anne McCoy

March 4, 2009

Dearest Kim,
I did not know your dear husband, but I remember you so well as a vibrant, energetic, and dynamic child and young woman. I knew any husband you chose would be very special. You and your family are in my heart and prayers. Your former nanny/babysitter.

Howard and Eliana Sachar

February 19, 2009

We were shocked to hear today of the passing of Dr. Peter Einstein.
We knew his as a teenager and later as an accomplished doctor, a caring father and with a great sense of humor. Our heart-felt condolence to the entire family.

Roberta Orenstein

December 11, 2008

I believe this must be the Peter Einstein I met at Lincoln Farm in Roscoe, NY. in '69, '70. We were both counselors there. I recently thought of him and went to 'google' to see what wonderful accomplishments he had made in the last 39 years since I saw him. I was deeply saddened to read he had passed in September. I will always remember how kind he was. I specifically remember an incident that happened at camp. I made an unpopular decision to 'snitch' on a few campers who were doing something they shouldn't. The result was that they were expelled from camp, I was looked down upon by both campers and counselors alike. Peter came up to me and said something entirely thoughtful and gave me the thought that my decision was not at all without merit. I felt so much better. Great guy!

David Saunders

December 9, 2008

To the Einstein family:
I learned of Peter's passing just today. I didn't know Peter very well. I knew him and Jill during my high school years. Although that's a long time ago, I remember vividly Peter's energy, optimism and charm. I am saddened to hear of his loss and wish you my sincerest condolences.

Carla Wood

November 13, 2008

Kim, I don't know if you remember me from Sirote. I worked with you and Peter on your non-profit, and remember what a fine man he was. I am grieved to hear this sad news. May peace abide with you and your family, Kim.

Carla Wood

Aurelie Clement-Bayard

November 10, 2008

Kim, Lisa, Tracy, and family,
I was so sad to hear your beloved husband and father passed away so suddenly. I loved Peter dearly and will miss him very much.

My family and I are all thinking of you.

katie and gino

October 15, 2008

Dear Kim, Jesse,Eric,Tracy and Lisa,

Peter truly was a special person. His deep concern for me and especially Molly and Bobby while their father was dying is something I will never forget. The genuine concern he had for us was an enormous comfort to me during a really difficult time. He continued to inquire about the kids and offered some wonderful advice and suggested readings but it was his amazing empathy that really lightened my burden every time I spoke to him. I feel honored knowing your family and Peter will always be a light in my heart.

Sue Kwasnick

October 14, 2008

Dear Kim , Jill and all of your family,
I was so saddened to hear of Peter's passing. Peter was a brother we all looked up to in High School. Clearly he contributed so much to so many lives and was so loved. I send my heartfelt condolences to you all. Jill, my heart goes out to you.
Sue Kwasnick

Kim Rosenfield

October 13, 2008

Dear friends and family,

Words are inadequate to express our gratitude and apprecation for the love and support you all are extending to us. You have brought us such comfort and we love sharing your memories and stories about Peter.

With deepest gratitude and much love,
Kim, Jesse, Eric, Tracy, and Lisa (and Tiki)

susan stein

October 10, 2008

I remember your wonderful family. My son Yona was in Jesse's class and I was support teacher with Mrs. Goldman. I also remember your husband Peter, a warm and kind man. May you be comforted among the mourners of Zion and Yerushalayim.
Please send us to the school NEMJDS in B'ham your home address. Susan Stein

Olga Duban

October 4, 2008

Dear Kim and Family
We were so sad to hear of your loss. Peter was an amazing man and was always very kind to us during Rachels time at CDC.
You could always tell that his children were his pride and joy.
We will remember Peter for his excellent dancing at Jesse's bar mitzvah.
you are in our thoughts
Olga, Walter, Rachel Duban

Sarah Cave

October 3, 2008

Dear Kim and Family,
I saw your parents last night and was saddened to hear the news of the passing of your husband and father. Though we have not seen each other often since the days of Marblehead your Mom always lets me know how you are doing. My prayers are with you all. Sally

Jeff Weiner

October 2, 2008

Kim - Peter and I were childhood friends. I am so sad to hear about his death. My condolences to you and your family.

And my love to Jill and Margot.

Jeff Weiner

Candice Hill

October 1, 2008

Dear Kim, Tracy, Lisa, Eric and Jesse

We were shocked and saddened to hear of Peter's sudden death. Although he was an outstanding doctor and researcher, our memories of him will always be of a warm and nurturing father. Peter's dedication to his children was evident as his eyes would light up when talking about his family. Despite his busy schedule, he always had time to chauffeur his children, so that they might enjoy every possible experience open to them. He will be missed by many.

Our thoughts are with you.

Olivia, Candice and David Hill

Liz Levy

September 30, 2008

Dearest Kim, Eric, Jesse, Tracy, Lisa and Margot,
We were so sad to hear the news. We send our sincerest condolences -and lots of big hugs - to all of you on your loss. We are sorry that we never had the opportunity to meet Peter but we know that he was an amazing individual. That is not hard to believe after having met his incredible family. From the four of us, our hearts and thoughts are with you.
Liz, Avi, Mickey and Jenny

Arliene Botnick

September 29, 2008

Deer Kim and family,My sincere condolences on your loss. Peter was an amazing father, husband, doctor, human being. Your loss is overwhelming. "Love makes memory eternal" In my thoughts, Arliene Botnick

Loraine Simons

September 28, 2008

Dearest Kim,
My fondest prayers and love are with you and all your family.
Loraine Simons

Wendy Wagoner

September 28, 2008

We were very sorry to hear of your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your whole family. Love, Rick Shapero, Wendy, Rosemary and Danny

Sam, Mike, Gray and Haylen McCarty

September 28, 2008

Although our paths crossed only briefly - as a proud dad to Eric and later, as we saw, to Lisa and Tracy, please know that you are all deeply in our thoughts at this very sad time in your young lives. We won't forget you.

Jocelyn & Richard Zaslaw

September 28, 2008

Dear Kim and family,

We're very saddened at the news. We know that your family, like ours, is tightly knit and filled with love; and that the loss will leave a deep hole in your hearts. Sue was very close to you all and would want to express her love and support here also, as does Norton. Stay strong and carry on Peter's wonderful legacy.

Dov Burt Levy

September 28, 2008

Dear Kim, The Levy Family, here America and in Israel, are saddened, so saddened, by the loss of Peter. Encouraged and inspired by his life, what he did and what he meant, and saddened by his death. Our thoughts and hopes and wishes are for you and the children and the members of the Einstein and Rosenfield families.
Dov

Katherine Beaudry

September 27, 2008

Dear Kim, Tracy, Lisa, Jesse and Eric,

We are deeply saddened and shocked by Peter's passing. We have only warm and fun-filled memories of Peter during your days spent in Toronto at the CDC. Although his work kept him busy, he was always able to make time for family. Please know that you are in our hearts and that we are thinking about you during this difficult time.
Love,

Katherine, Philippe, Carolyn, Cassandra, Michael Beaudry
(Oakville ON)

mike and liz meller

September 27, 2008

Dear Kim and family,

We know how much Peter helped Jay and Barbara with Jay's medical treatment and we have enjoyed their larger than life stories about all Peter's work to help others.
He has left a long and lasting legacy of caring for others.

Kary & Jaro Dick

September 26, 2008

Dear Kim, Eric, Jesse, Tracey and Lisa,
Peter was such a wonderful husband, father and friend.
some of our fondest memories are attending the kids concerts at school, with the signs posted " NO video or photos allowed" and seeing in the audience this little red video light blinking and there was Peter, proudly taping every precious moment of his children's performances.
I also remember celebrating Jaro's birthday with friends and family and Peter in his usual fashion, sleeves rolled up, his arm around his loving wife and enjoying his rare time out alone with Kim.
We hold on to those wonderful visions of Peter after camp driving away in his van with duffle bags tied down on the roof. Taking road trips with the girls and the van filled with Cosco boxes of peanut butter, apples and bagels for the trip.

Peter was a wonderful friend to our family and mentor for our girls
Love and kisses forever

Kary, Jaro Sammy and Jenna Dick

Brad Bass

September 26, 2008

Kim, Jesse, Eric, Lisa and Tracy
We were so sad to hear of Peter's recent passing. Although it has been a number of years since you left Solel, I still remember all of you quite fondly. Chris and I remember Peter's pride in his family, his willngness to always talk to me when I was teaching Eric, Lisa and Tracy and his kind and generous disposition. Our thoughts and wishes, and the wishes of many Solel members, are with you at this time. Peter's memory will always be a blessing.

Rhonda Frisch Cooper

September 26, 2008

Dear Kim and Family, Our family extends condolences to you and your family. We were saddened to hear about your loss. The entire communities in Marblehead, MA and Concord, NH were all so sorry to hear about your loss. We all shared a wonderful time at Dad's (Jay's) party in June and will keep those good memories.
Rhonda Frisch Cooper, Tom Cooper, Susan Frisch Lehrer, Cindy Frisch, and Shirley Frisch

September 26, 2008

Dear Kim,
The news of Peter's death is so unbearable. I'm so sorry. It is impossible for me to describe just how deeply our family was touched by Peter's care and concern for Susan while she struggled with her disease. Peter was always our light. My heart is broken to know that he is gone.
Blessings to you and your family,
Ted and Robin Sillars

Henry Wynn

September 26, 2008

Dear Kim:
I am deeply sorry about your sudden loss. There are some things in life that are inexplicable and beyond our comprehension.
When I heard the tragic news of Peter's passing from my cousin, Bennette, who has always been like an older sister to me, I immediately recalled that beautiful October weekend many years ago amidst the brilliant fall foilage (it seems like yesterday) when my family and I attended your wedding. That fall weekend will forever be etched in my memory as will your memory of your dear husband, Peter, which in the end will always sustain you.
Goethe once wrote, "those with memories need never despair," and as time moves on as it surely will that and that alone will sustain you in the days to come.
Please remember me to all your family and especially your wonderful mother and father.
Cousin, Henry Wynn

BEV. Tombler

September 25, 2008

Dear Kim, Jesse, Eric, Tracy and Lisa,
I cannot begin to tell you how devastated I am after hearing the tragic news about Peter today. My heart and thoughts go out to all of you in this time of sorrow and pain.
Take solace in knowing that in spite of all his numerous accomplishments throughout his life, his family was always his first love.
I consider myself blessed to have known Peter, even for such a relatively short period of time. He made a profound impact on my views of life and humanity through his acts of kindness and generosity.
My sincerest condolences!

September 25, 2008

Dear Kim, Tracey, Lisa, Jesse and Eric,
We just heard the unexpected and tragic news. What a huge and untimely loss. Though far away, our thoughts are of and with you at this sad time. I know that Peter was so proud of you - for who you are, your many gifts and talents, and your humanity. May you gather strength from each others and those around you who care deeply.
Debra, Harry, Lee, Shayna and Max

Callie and Sam Maister

September 25, 2008

Tracy and Lisa,
Our hearts break with your pain.
I remember once watching from the dark doorway as I was picking Sam up from a bar mitzvah, as was your dad, and while I was trying to be invisable, your dad saw you both dancing and he couldn't resist going onto the dance floor (who was that madman in street clothes?)...he grabbed the moment to swing you girls around, and the love and joy he felt dancing with you was felt by everyone!
Though I had only just met him, that image will be with me forever as an example of how to really live your life. He knew what life was really all about, and I was gratefull for the lesson.

Bridgette and Leeann Chrisco

September 25, 2008

Tracy and Lisa,
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Our hearts,thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Laurence Siegel

September 25, 2008

To the Einstein Family,
I am saddened by your sudden loss. While I didn't know Peter well, in my few meetings with him I was impressed with his love and passion for his family, his sense of humour and warmth and his enthusiasm for his precious children.
I hope that you will find comfort in his memory and his legacy of compassion.
My thoughts are with you.

Laurence Siegel

Kym and Briana Edison

September 24, 2008

Dear Tracy and Lisa,

I'm deeply sorry, and I know that you loved him so much, but I'm proud of both of you for keeping it together. You're in my prayers and dreams.

Anne Wilding

September 24, 2008

Dear Eric, Lisa and Tracy,
My thoughts are with you and your loved ones at this sad time. Your father will always be remembered for his outstanding contributions to the world through his work. But I'm sure the thing he most valued and was the most proud of was your family. I remember talking to your Dad for quite a while at Open House at CHS a couple years ago. His concern and care for you and your friends was something I wish every child could feel.
I lost my Dad to cancer when he was 47. I understand your loss. Although our Dads left us too soon, they had time to give us so much of who we are and who we become.
I hope the memories you share and the support from all the people who love you help you through this hard time. You are very much in my thoughts.

The Wymore Family (Mary Ann, Scott & Krissy)

September 24, 2008

To the Einstein Family:

You are in our thoughts and prayers during this time of such profound sadness.

Linda Lewis

September 24, 2008

We were so shocked and saddened to hear of Peter's death. We are thinking of you and wishing you strength.

Love Linda, Casey and Nikki (Lewis)

Leora Eisen

September 24, 2008

Kim, Jesse, Eric, Tracy & Lisa
Our hearts are heavy and our thoughts are with you. Peter has touched the lives of so many, including our family. He was such an inspiration as a dad and a human being -- always ready to listen to both kids and adults, always eager to learn about our latest adventures, always humble about his own great accomplishments, and always parked outside in the van waiting with a smile (or dozing!).
We will think of him often.
Please remember our home is your home.
Love the Eisens (Leora, Rob, Jaime and Lauren)

Arthur Einstein, Jr

September 24, 2008

Dear Einstein family, my profound sympathy to one and all of you for the tragic loss of Peter - a cousin of whom I was deeply proud.

September 24, 2008

To the Einstein Family
Please accept our sincere condolences on the loss of a "great man". It was truly a pleasure to have known Peter.
May all the warm and wonderful memories that you shared comfort you in the future as you deal with this missing part of your hearts.

The Freedman Family
Lori, Jeffrey, Harrison & Marci

margo newman

September 24, 2008

Kim, Jesse, Eric, Tracy & Lisa,
Our heartfelt sympathies are with you all at this very difficult time. We're all in shock, as you must be, and were so saddened to hear of Peter's untimely death. He was one of the most caring people we knew. Although understated in manner, the depth of his presence was always felt deeply, and we know his strength will be with each of you always.
Please know that our thoughts are with you and that we are always here for you whenever you need us.
Love, Margo, Bruce, Matthew & Lee (The Brymers)

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