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Tragically, on Saturday, October 27, 2018. Beloved son of Joy and Eliezer "Elie" Rosenthal; treasured brother of Diane and Michael Hirt, Michele Rosenthal and Robert Kennedy, and the late Cecil Rosenthal; beloved uncle of Jennifer and Li Wen Hirt; also survived by many cousins, friends, and members of Tree of Life/Or L'Simcha Congregation. David was employed by Goodwill Industries and took pride in being a hard worker. He won numerous awards and had a strong commitment to his work. He was a devoted and active member of Tree of Life/Or L'Simcha Congregation and a well-respected member of Achieva as well. Services at Rodef Shalom Temple, 4905 Fifth Avenue (at Morewood) on Tuesday, October 30, 2018 at 12:00 noon. Visitation at Temple two hours prior to services (10:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon). Interment Tree of Life Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, contributions in David's memory may be made to Tree of Life/Or L'Simcha Congregation, 5898 Wilkins Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15217, or Achieva, 711 Bingham Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15203. Arrangements entrusted to RALPH SCHUGAR CHAPEL, INC., www.schugar.com
54 Entries
November 24, 2018
Our family is sending our deepest sympathy to David Rosenthal's family. We hope that you will find peace as you pour out your feelings to our loving God.
Amy Auzenne
November 12, 2018
Peace be with you in this difficult time. My family and I are praying for you today.
Tammy Getges
November 8, 2018
My heartfelt sympathy goes out to your family at this difficult time. Please find peace in knowing that God understands your grief and that he cares. 1 Peter 5:6&7 assures us "Humble yourselves, therefore , under the mighty hand of God, so that he may exalt by. you in due time, while you throw all your anxiety on him, because he cares for you."
Angel
November 7, 2018
My sincere, heartfelt condolences go to the family and dear friends of Mr. David Rosenthal. May you be consoled by knowing that God has the power to bind up the broken hearted and to comfort all who mourn.
Debbie
November 6, 2018
I'm so sorry to read of your precious sons passing away. May the God of all comfort provide suppport and guidance to the family and friends of these two dear brothers.
November 5, 2018
Your life will be secured again because Jesus is our hope. Jesus will say to David. " I say to you, get up and pick up your stretcher, and go to your home." Jesus forgives our sins and our physical health because he has the power to cure us. He will come back soon to accomplished his promises.
Debbie Bodell
November 3, 2018
Dear Rosenthal Family,
Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. David was a special man whose legacy will live on in many hearts. I will miss his mischievous banter and remember him always. I am so very sorry for your loss.
November 2, 2018
Eileen Catz Samuels and Morton Samuels have lots of kind words about knowing David for so many years. Our sympathy to your family.
Leanne R
November 1, 2018
To the Rosenthal family, I never had the pleasure of meeting David and Cecil, but I am heartbroken by their tragic loss. I have both a brother and a teenage son who have Fragile X Syndrome, so much of what I've read about your boys feels very familiar to me. They sound like amazing people who were living happily and fully a part of their community and their congregation. That is something I hope to achieve for my brother and my son. It deeply saddens me that I couldn't have known them without this horrific loss. Praying for peace for your family.
Mark F
November 1, 2018
Please accept my condolences for the precious loss of David Bruce Rosenthal May the God of Abraham Isaac and Jacob comfort all and may He give to each peace and hope for the future
November 1, 2018
What beautiful comments about these two men. My deepest condolences to you all. May you too find comfort in the words shared with us in Isaiah 63:9 where we are told God feels our distresses as well. Soon tragedies like these will no longer happen. That time is very near. How blessed you all have been to have the beautiful memories you share.
Lisa N
Jen Hlavay
November 1, 2018
My sincere condolences go out to the family of these two men. I am also special needs and it's always heartbreaking when another person with disabilities is taken so tragically. May they both rest in God's loving care
Linda M.
October 31, 2018
First try didn't work: News has reached me about your loss of Cecil and David. Heartfelt sympathy is sent you. I do not know you but I was touched by their story of overcoming challenges during their lives. Their lives are a blessing and an inspiration for myself. I was touched to know of their bond between themselves as brothers.
October 31, 2018
My sincere condolences to the family
What a terrible thing to deal with in this crime filled world we live in
May the love of the community help you through your lost
And may the God of all comfort be with you
Samuels, J.
October 31, 2018
I was very saddened to hear of the tragic and sudden death of your dearly beloved David as well as Cecil. I have heard nothing but good things about these two precious lives that were taken from you so tragically. I cannot imagine what your family is going through at this time. But I hope and pray that you'll find comfort from our loving God of Tender Mercies, who knows how to comfort all during very difficult and trying times as this. How we look forward to the day when all wickedness, sorrow, pain as well as death will be gone forever. In the meantime, may the loving support of family and friends sustain you in the days ahead.
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Patricia Hale
October 31, 2018
I am a retired Special Education teacher who worked closely with people like David and Cecil. You do not know me, but your sons' and brother's death has touched me deeply. I cannot imagine your pain.
May their memories be blessings to your family and to the community.
The Tucson community held a vigil for the victims on Monday, and I too send condolences and love from Tucson, Arizona.
October 31, 2018
My sympathy to your family and the Jewish community. I must thank the Jewish people for all that we know from the Mosaic Laws that are the foundation of the medical field. SHALOM
Debby Lubliner
October 31, 2018
My heart aches for your loss, it was a senseless act. May David's memory forever be a blessing.
Lori Seligman
October 30, 2018
Hello there I am so sorry too here about too here about David he would always have a nice smile on his face and he would come too Barbara's mich programs too with his brother I will miss them very much . From lori seligman
Pat Lane
October 30, 2018
The tragic loss of David is a great sadness. I hope you will find comfort in the words of the God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob who promises that soon when God's Kingdom comes the whole earth will rest, free of disturbance. At that time the only cries will be cries of joy. (Isaiah 14:7) Please accept my sincere condolences.
Lisa Tomasovich
October 30, 2018
Michele, I am mourning the loss of your brothers along with the rest of Pittsburgh. If they were anything like you, they left an indelible impression. My heartfelt sympathies to you and your family. May their memories be eternal!!
Lisa M. Tomasovich
Christine
October 30, 2018
To: Michelle and the Rosenthal family.
Heavenly Father we know and believe that our times are in Your hands, but Lord its so often such a shock to us when a dear loved one meets with a sudden or unexpected death through this unforeseen tragedy, which takes the life of someone they loved long before it would be expected.
Lord, we bring before You today those who are having to go through such a tragic loss and pray that You would be very close to each one that is in mourning today over such a loss and are perhaps confused or even angry that such a devastating occurrence has overtaken them without any apparent warning.
You are the God of all comfort Who comforts us in time of need and we pray that for those that are facing such a difficult trial today. Uphold them we pray, and ask that You draw very close to them raise up we pray, the right people to minister to them and to be a genuine comfort and support at this time of tragedy and grief.
Lord, we dont understand why our loved ones should suddenly be removed from us through a sudden, unexpected death but Lord we trust You to soothe away the hurt in time for shall not the God of all the earth do right. In Jesus name, we pray,
October 30, 2018
While words fail to capture the pain of losing a loved one to death may you know that others care and want to share with you at this time of sorrow. hm
Annette Cycak
October 30, 2018
Although I do not know your family or David and Cecil, I just had to extend my deepest sympathies. May God wrap his loving arms around you all and keep you in his embrace. I pray that you can somehow find peace and comfort during this horrible horrible tragedy.
Jennifer Coffey
October 30, 2018
My deepest sympathy. My heart aches with this news. David was such a kind person, and I am grateful to have witnessed his sweet life. I am searching for the right words to say, and all that comes are tears. May his memory be a blessing.
Much love from my heart you yours,
Jennifer Coffey
Joanne De Luca
October 30, 2018
I work at Goodwill and looked forward everyday to seeing David stop by my cubicle and chat with me briefly. He'd always, with a big smile, ask how I was, see what I was up to over the weekend, ask about my family or just joke around with me. Dave was such a friendly chatty guy, and always brightened my mornings. Those daily interactios with him will be beyond missed. My heart goes out to all of his family and friends at this tragic time mourning such a huge loss.
Tom and Mona Murphy
October 29, 2018
Michelle and Family, Our hearts go out to you all at this time of unexplainable grief. Our community has lost two such pure souls -- none of us will never be the same. Know that the love pouring out to you surpasses the hate that brought this on. You are in our prayers. Love, Tom and Mona and Family
Kathryn
October 29, 2018
A beautiful soul walked this earth and will never be forgotten. My deepest sympathy to the family and friends of David.
Rachel & Rob Slavkin
October 29, 2018
Joy and Eli,
Our deepest sympathies to all of you at this most difficult time. I wanted to share an excerpt from a Facebook post our son, Jacob, wrote this morning.
To David and Cecil, I never knew you. But I feel as if I had just lost a piece of me that I never think I can get back. That I never got to meet such a special part of my family, but your deaths will not be in vain. To quote Ralph Waldo Emerson, " The purpose of life is not to be happy. It is to be useful, to be honorable, to be compassionate, to have it make some difference that you have lived and lived well."
Stephanie
October 29, 2018
You do not know me, but I am moved deeply and saddened greatly by your loss. All that I have heard and read about David and Cecil makes me wish I had been in their company. May Peace find your heart and the comfort of so many in Pittsburgh and the world lift you up. Shalom.
October 29, 2018
I am the mother of Kimberly Frank Shaw, classmate of Michele at Ellis School. I wish to say how very sadden I am for the family of Cecil and David and grieve with you in this unimaginable tragedy.
Sallie de Vou
Brigette Greenawalt
October 29, 2018
My deepest sympathy to your family on the loss of David. My prayers are with you and your family during this most difficult time of losing two wonderful people.
Gary Vella
October 29, 2018
Elie & Joy
I can not even imagine the grief. Years ago I helped David with his Police Scanner many times. It was a pleasure to help. May God grant your family comfort---Gary Vella
Amy Hunt
October 29, 2018
Continued love and prayers for strength and comfort for all who love and always will love David and Cecil.
Grace and peace,
Amy Lynn Hunt
Debbie Goetz-Watson
October 29, 2018
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Carol Steverson
October 29, 2018
Prayers for your family
James LIPINSKI
October 29, 2018
Rest with god David your friend james Lipinski will miss you i work with david at goodwill
diana leighton
October 29, 2018
rest in peace
god bless you
Louise Carlino
October 29, 2018
Michele and Rosenthal Family:
We want to extend to you and your family our deepest sympathy and sincere condolences. Your brothers meant so much to you and how much they meant to us as they touched our lives in their presence on many occasions. My families are honored to have and cherish those memories. As all of us are mourning with you and your family, may God console you with strength and love during this time.
Louise Carlino
The Carlino and Randazzo Families
October 29, 2018
Dearest Diane & All your Family,
I am at a loss to express the depths of my sorrow for the terrible, senseless losses of your brothers David & Cecil. On Sunday my congregation raised up all of our Jewish Brothers & Sisters, especially Tree of Life, its Congregants lost to terror, as well as their families. We will continue to pray for peace, and for the safety of our Jewish Brethren.
May God surround you all with His comfort.
With All my Love,
Lisa
Lisa Norris Traugott
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Mary Ann Ferezan
October 29, 2018
I did not have the pleasure of knowing these two beautiful souls but in my heart I just had to tell you only that I am so sorry your family has to go through this. I am a stranger to you but I hope you can feel the hug and love I am offering to you. God will be there with you through this time. You're so in my prayers God bless.
October 29, 2018
My thoughts are with the family during this difficult time. I pray that the promise in God's word at Jerimiah 29:11,12 can bring you a measure of comfort. Knowing that there is hope for our loved ones lost in death can be reassuring .
Cfh
Pennsylvania
October 29,2018
Jo Ann Kornrumph
October 29, 2018
My prayers and thoughts for the family. My deepest sympathy.
John Tokarski
October 29, 2018
Michele and family...prayers on behalf my family and I to you and yours as a result of this terrible tragedy and loss you are enduring.
Emily (Finegold) Fine
October 29, 2018
My heartfelt love and sympathies are with the entire Rosenthal family. Cecil and David will forever be in my heart as I choose to remember David zipping around on his bike and Cecil sauntering down the street with a sweet smile while yelling Good Shabbos Emily! Gentle souls who have left a mark of love on the entire world. You will forever be in my heart!
HEIDI LEVINE PALMER
October 29, 2018
MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU. DAVID WAS ALWAYS BY CECIL'S SIDE AND WILL CONTINUE TO BE BY HIS AND THE LORDS SIDE NOW
A LOVING PITTSBURGHER
October 29, 2018
LORD, GRANT THE SOULS OF YOUR MOST BELOVED SONS AND BROTHERS, WHO TOO DEEPLY LOVED ONE ANOTHER, REST IN PEACE. LORD, BLESS THIS FAMILY ALWAYS WITH MUCH STRENGTH AND YOUR LOVE TO BEAR THEIR TRAGIC LOSS GRACEFULLY. MY PRAYERS FOR ALL OF YOU; AS YOUR BOYS/BROTHERS MUST BE DOING FOR ALL OF YOU AND ALL THOSE DECEASED OF TREE OF LIFE AND THEIR FAMILIES, AND ALL AFFECTED BY THIS HORRIFIC EVIL. GOD BLESS US ALL OVER THE WORLD WITH LOVE; ALWAYS LOVE.
Debby Gibson
October 29, 2018
Michele and Rosenthal Family: May God comfort you and be there to guide you. I have no words that will comfort you other than to say I'm so sorry this happened to them. God bless.
ronnie levine
October 29, 2018
i am very sadden to hear of the senseless passing of david. i rememember him as a young boy from the neighbourhood. my thoughts and prayers are with the family
MARK J. PENTLAND
October 29, 2018
MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY & CONDOLENCES. YOU ARE AL IN MY THOUGHTS & IN MY PRAYERS.
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