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Rowen Altenburger Obituary

Rowen Brea Altenburger, 18, of Short Hills, N.J., passed on from this world on Tuesday, Feb. 11, 2014.
Visitation will be held at Jacob A. Holle Funeral Home, 2122 Millburn Ave., Maplewood, N.J., on Friday, Feb. 21, from 4 to 8 pm. A service at the Unitarian Church in Summit, 4 Waldron Ave., will be held on Saturday, Feb. 22, at 11 a.m., where the Altenburger family welcomes all to join in the celebration of Rowen's life by sharing their stories and memories. Visit www.ilasting.com/rowenaltenburger/photos.php to share stories and photos.
Rowen was born at Mt. Sinai Hospital in New York City at 4:31 p.m. Sept. 14, 1995, to parents Eric Tage Altenburger and Elizabeth Ann Barrett-Altenburger.
She grew up in Short Hills with her family and younger sister, Ava Marie, graduating from Millburn High School with top marks. She moved to New York City in September of 2013 to pursue her education at NYU's prestigious Gallatin School. Rowen was an exceptional young woman who pursued knowledge and art with unique fervor. She found inspiration in many subjects while offering the same to all of the friends and family members who were blessed by her kindness, honesty, and rare spirit.
Her love of travel, culture, literature, and the arts cultivated a remarkable heart and an open mind. She was the recipient of the 2013 Scholastic Art & Writing Gold Key Award, as well as a recognition for excellence in visual arts by the Montclair Art Museum.
Rowen's beloved family extends to her grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins, extended family, and friends. Through their love and the love she gave, Rowen lives on in many wonderful ways.
In lieu of flowers, gifts in Rowen's honor can be made through The RBA (Rowen Brea Altenburger) Foundation at causewish.com/project/rowen-brea-altenburger-foundation.

Published by The Star-Ledger on Feb. 19, 2014.
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November 30, 2019

I am so sad by this news. I enjoyed Rowen while at MMS. She is a beautiful girl, inside and out. Prayers to you all.

Janet Bate

March 4, 2014

Psalm 62:8 Trust in him at all times, O people
Before him pour out your heart
God is a refuge for us

February 26, 2014

Dear Eric, Liz and Ava,
We are deeply saddened by your loss. Our deepest, most sincere condolences are with you and your family at this time. We will always hold the memory of Rowen deep in our hearts. Dana, Glenn and Sophia Orenstein

February 21, 2014

I am so sorry to hear about your loss. May you find hope and comfort in God's Word, the Bible.

DS

February 19, 2014

My prayers are with all Rowen's family and friends for strength and faith during this sad time.
Mrs. Forte (Glenwood 1st grade)

February 19, 2014

Please accept my deepest sympathies.

G. Freeman

February 19, 2014

To Rowen's family and friends, we at the Montclair Art Museum send our deepest sympathies for your loss. Rowen's life and creative spirit clearly were infused with a loving, supportive community.

Lora Urbanelli

February 19, 2014

To the family: I am deeply sorry for your bereavement. Your encouragement is found at Philipians 4:13 It reads: "For all things I have the strength by virtue of him who imparts power to me"

mrs. Pat

February 19, 2014

Deepest sympathies to all who loved Rowen. May your precious memories of her and strength from the God of all comfort help you through this difficult time.

Wanda

February 19, 2014

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