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Harold Rosen Obituary

Name: Service for Harold Rosen
Start: 2018-01-19T17:00:00.000Z
Location: Temple Emanu-El

ROSEN, HAROLD also known as "Tiger", 92, son of Joseph and Roslyn is lovingly remembered by Judie, his wife of 42 years, his son Rocket and wife Robin, daughter Debra Friednash, stepson Michael Hennings, sister Fay Friedland, grandchildren Jorden, Courtney, Portland, Darby, Joshua, Andrew, Evan, Brittany, Jordan, Brendan, Spencer, Joseph, great-granddaughter Rose, and an ever-growing extended family. He is predeceased by his daughter Ellen. Harold was born and raised in Watertown, New York. He received his undergraduate degree at St. Lawrence University in Canton, New York. After graduation, he enlisted in the Navy to serve his country during World War II and the Korean Conflict. After his service, he graduated from the University of Miami Law School and began his successful legal career that spanned over six decades. Harold served as Miami Beach Mayor from 1973 to 1978. He worked tirelessly to make Miami Beach a better place. A warm friend to all he met, Harold will forever be remembered by generations of Miami Beachites and all he met from the deli on 41st St for breakfast or at Joe's as he worked the lunch crowd, pulling up a chair and joining them for a lychee martini. To honor Harold's memory, donations can be made to One Miami Beach Inc./Mayor Harold Rosen Children's Fund, 1700 Convention Center Drive, Miami Beach, FL 33139. Service will be held at 12:00 noon, Friday, January 19, 2018 at Temple Emanu-El, 1701 Washington Ave., Miami Beach. Arrangements by Blasberg-Rubin-Zilbert (305) 865-2353

Published by the Miami Herald on Jan. 18, 2018.

Memories and Condolences
for Harold Rosen

10 Entries

Joshua S

March 17, 2025

I had the honor of knowing Hal when I moved to south FL in 2000. Judie was a lifelong friend of my uncle Paul Greenblatt, originally from The Bronx. Both Hal and Judie graciously help me get oriented and settled in FL. I have very fond memories of my meetings with Hal in his exotic office above Lincoln Rd. and Judie on Ocean Dr. as well as their home on Collins. They treated me like family. I ultimately settled in Boca Raton and regrettably lost touch but my fond memories remain. RIP
Josh S.

July 24, 2018

So very sorry to lose a very special man He will be missed.
Lisa Switkes

March 6, 2018

I worked for Mr. Rosen many years ago. I missed him when I left the firm and miss him still. He was one of a kind will always be in my mind and heart.

Ros G

February 8, 2018

A very special person - although our friendship was short I will miss you - your funny hilarious sense of humor .. your stories .. your crazy office ... and onto to your next journey Mr. Rosen - Au Revoir!

Mary Flood Nugent

January 20, 2018

Awww, it is so sad to lose such a sunny, selfless person from our good ol' earth...
Deepest condolences to all who mourn the loss of Harold and who will forever cherish his memory and celebrate his life, especially to our beloved Rocket...

Ellyn Bobick

January 19, 2018

Harold always told my husband Manny that I had a way with words, today I am at a loss. Thank you for your sincere kindness shown to me & Manny over the years.

mary rey

January 19, 2018

Harold Rosen you will be missed, you were a special person, I had the pleasure of working in your office, and also taking care of Buddy who was so special to you rest in peace soldier

Phyllis Resnick

January 18, 2018

Harold Rosen and Bob Switkes were the first two attorneys who joined with my late husband, Edward S. Resnick, and I to work with Access Now, Inc. Their reputatins and their enthusiasm meant so very much to us! Harold was a unique guy A presence in the law and in Miami Beach in general. A rare personage. We loved visiting him in his unusual office, with its special (non-human) occupants keeping him company! My deepest condolences to a never -to-be-forgotten person!

Donna Goldman Carmel

January 18, 2018

The end of an era. A true icon with a heart as big as Miami Beach. Forever my friend, forever kind. You will be missed. Thank you for all the kindness you showed me through the years. You were never too busy to help a friend in need. Rest in peace.

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