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Linda Goldberg
February 3, 2020
I am sorry for such a late response, but I just learned about Bob's passing. For a short but very influential period of his life, Bob spearheaded projects for ShoreBank (the old South Shore Bank) as it assessed its real estate holdings and development strategy. I was legal counsel to ShoreBank at the time and his guidance and expertise were invaluable. Bob and I continued to stay in touch from time to time. I am grateful for his friendship, intelligence, wit and kindness. I know he will live on in the memory of all who had the honor to know him.
Linda Vernon Goldberg
shelley
January 4, 2020
Condolences again to his immediate and larger family-I'm sure time without Bob has been difficult and his absence created deep sadness. Hopefully it's a comfort that others also remember him and benefitted from his generous spirit.
Katharine Baum
February 21, 2018
I had a close feeling relationship with Bob growing out of our proximity during some formative years. Although after H.S., we were in touch only on FB and reunions where he sought me out to catch up, Bob reminded me of our bond as kids when he saw me in 2011 at our 50th. When we were 14, his family and mine were charter members of Birchwood, the swim and tennis club. I was especially close to his parents who were unusually warm and supportive of me which was particularly welcome as my father had just died. Bob's family became a role model for me.
When we were 14 at our first Turn Around Dance, my mother drove me and Bob and our dates. Our families were charter members of the same temple so we saw each other every Sunday and forged a close relationship through Arnie Wolf during our small, intimate confirmation training and at a party afterwards at my house. In high school, Bob, Claudia and I were paired in every class together. His warmth and sensitivity will be greatly missed by me. I feel terrible he is not physically on this earth.
February 20, 2018
My name is Claudia Harris Brown. Bob and I were confirmed in the same confirmation class at Congregation Solel in Highland Park, Illinois in 1959. We had remained in contact all through the years and reminisced over our class memories, especially those of Rabbi Arnold Jacob Wolf. I sent Bob a New Year's note and did not hear from him, and today it occurred to me that he would have written in answer by now. I am deeply saddened to learn of his passing. Bob was a giant in everything that he did. His height was only an outward manifestation of how large was his kindness,his warmth,his intelligence,his love of life. I last saw him in Chicago when I came from California for our 50th high school reunion and he and I had breakfast together and enjoyed catching up. The world has lost a very dear man and he will not be forgotten by any who knew him. I send my deepest condolences to his family.
Mindy Siegman Gaynor
February 15, 2018
Bob was a man of valor, caring and thoughtful; always kind. I am so grateful that he joined my lunch with Ellen last year, and then convinced me to join him in a Chartreuse aperitif. His toast? "to life". My favorite of Bob's many virtues was his obvious love and devotion to Ellen. His love for his children & grandchildren was no less. His passing leaves a hole in the universe. Thank you, Ellen for giving me the opportunity to know him.
February 8, 2018
Bob was one of those rare people who, even in childhood, was always warm, caring, extremely competent, interesting and a very compelling personality. I'm not surprised to read of his many accomplishments, and am very sorry to know he's no longer here. My condolences to the family. shelley
Chris Wilson
January 14, 2018
Bob was one of the first people I talked to when I was
diagnosed in 2003 with PV. I also had the chance to meet Bob in 2005. Bob's spirit will always live on through the people he touched and through the work he has created.
A truly genuine and great man. My condolences to the family.
Al and Margaret Cardinale
January 12, 2018
We were deeply saddened when we heard of the passing of Robert Rosen. We will always remain grateful that he formed the MPN Research Foundation as this Foundation was a port in the storm when my husband was diagnosed with Polycythemia Vera in 2007. Over the years we have donated to the Foundation but felt that the Foundation gave us more than we could ever give it.
Grayson Hendricks
January 11, 2018
To the family of Mr. Rosen, I cannot begin to express how saddened I was upon learning of his passing. During my time as the concierge of the Standard Club Mr. Rosen was nothing but kind and a respectable man , We often laughed about our towering over people , it was an honor to have known him . He will be greatly missed
Marilyn Canon
January 11, 2018
In deepest sympathy for the loss of someone who had a great impact on my life as I also was diagnosed with PV in 2001 and have benefitted from the research provided by the MPN FOUNDATION.
JOHN CHAMBERLIN
January 11, 2018
My condolences to your family from your neighbor across the street from 326 Rodger Williams, Highland Park Illinois where you were raised
Johnny Chamberlin
735 Baldwin Road
Pam Murphy
January 11, 2018
Bob was tenacious, curious, diligent, caring, fun to be with and great to work with. His work ethic and passion for finding a cure for MPNs were inspirational and infectious. His love for family was obvious as was his love of sports and all things Chicago.
As a member of the MPNRF board I know we are all committed to honoring and remembering Bob through increased efforts to improve the lives of people living with an MPN. On a more personal note, I will miss Bob greatly and feel honored and enriched to have known him. I offer my most sincere condolences to his family.
Respectfully,
Pam
January 10, 2018
Ours hearts our heavy upon hearing of Bob's passing. It was a pleasure working with Bob at the MPNRF these past years and I learned a lot from him. I was inspired by his dedication to the cause and his undying perseverance. He was a wonderful leader and mentor and he will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Bob's entire family.
JoAnn, Jaclyn and John Mason
Washington, DC
Jamey Fadim
January 10, 2018
Dear Rosen Family,
I was very saddened to learn of Bob' passing. Over the years our paths crossed often in the world of real estate, tennis (I always lost to him!) and The Standard Club. I always considered him to be a mensch and a most enjoyable person to speak with. Please accept my heartfelt condolences and great respect for the tremendous efforts he put into MPN in his quest to help others similarly afflicted.
Laura and Eric Kordish
January 10, 2018
We are so sorry to hear of Bob's passing. He was a wonderful, kind, intelligent man. Our condolences to Ellen and the entire family.
Diane Dukette
January 10, 2018
In some way you have touched all of us with MPN's. I am grateful for all you have done to help us get this far. You will always be missed. Prayers and condolences to your family. Rest In Peace Robert
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