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Max FRONENBERG Obituary
On Sunday, December 25, 2016. Beloved husband of Rena Rosenbaum and the late Halina Fronenberg. Devoted father and father-in-law of Louis Fronenberg and Fernanda Sousa, and Iris Webber. Cherished Zaida of Bradley Webber, Josh Webber and Mailene Gumangan, and Hannah Fronenberg. Predeceased by his siblings who perished in the Holocaust. Max will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W., on Tuesday, December 27 at 1:00 p.m. Burial at the Adath Israel Poale Zedek Anshei Ozeroff Congregation Cemetery, de la Savane. Shiva private. Contributions in his memory may be made to the Israel Cancer Research Fund, (514) 481-2723, or to ORT Montreal, (514) 481-2787.
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Richard Lipari
January 1, 2025
I knew Max for years as he was a customer of mine but I considered him a friend He was a very kind man i really liked him profoundly when his rena died , part of him passed with her To this day I remember the conversation we had in my office he was a friend and a mentor.
Victoria Schwab
February 20, 2023
I just watched the documentary of your incredible life abd I have to say that I am so blessed by it.
The courage and strength you showed during one of the darkest periods of human history gives me hope that we can still rise above the current evils that plague us.
I wept when you and Lena seemed to have lost each other but rejoiced when you found a second chance to share your love.
It also made me happy to know you were not lonely and brokenhearted in all the years between and that you and Halina also shared a great love.
God bless your soul.
Lamiko Knight
February 7, 2023
I just watched the documentary about your life, I was left speechless. I can't imagine going through the horrors that you all lived through. To still come out on the other side with so much compassion, love and goodness in your hearts when so many people showed you none. What a legacy. I have been blessed by your story, Your strength, courage and good will. This is everything the world needs now.. Just love! No matter what background we came from. Thank You
Melissa
September 11, 2022
❤❤❤ Your story gives me hope. You are an inspiration, and your soul is simply beautiful. May you rest in peace.
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Eve Windom
May 3, 2022
I saw the documentary “There is many line us”. Wonderful man, extraordinary life. Love prevails
Anonymous
December 25, 2021
Just watched the documentary. It's one of the most touching documentaries I have ever seen! Max's life was incredible!
Joseph
July 15, 2021
I just watched 'There Is Many Like Us' and am utterly speechless. What beautiful human being you were, Mr. Fronenberg. God bless you.
Anonymous
July 15, 2021
I just watched 'There Is Many Like Us' and am utterly speechless. What beautiful human being you were, Mr. Fronenberg. God bless you.
Betsy Howell
May 9, 2021
Am watching your film about your grandfather. So happy you did this. There are so few survivors left to tell the story. Thank you. Your pride in your grandfather shows.
Nancy Michitsch
March 4, 2021
We just watched the film, and were so inspired. What a wonderful man, and family. We are supposed to go to Poland this summer..we will try to visit that prison..if it's still there. May God bless his family. Thank you for making the film. My grandfather was from Poland.
February 20, 2021
Just watched the documentary about max. He seemed like one of those people you wished you would have known. Someone very special.
shelly thees
January 30, 2021
In memory of a wonderful person who chose to help mankind ! Thank you !
Ann Marie Bachman
October 30, 2020
I finished watching the documentary last night. Thank you for sharing such an amazing story. My father was also born in 1921 and died in 2016, just like Max. Dad was not in a prison during WWII, but served as a pilot for the Army Air Corps during the war. I would to believe these 2 great men were connected.
Julie Moyes
October 10, 2020
Amazing! Life. My husband and I are touched.
Becky Yanas
October 1, 2020
I saw There's Many Like Us this summer of 2020. I absolutely was so touched by Max and Rena's story. Loved it! I was just checking to see how Max was doing and came upon his orbituary. I am heartbroken. I send my condolences to the family. I think about their story all the time. And shared it with my elderly parents and they enjoyed hearing about him. I am going to watch the movie again. Max you were truly a hero and I fell in Love with yours and Rena's story.
Becky Yanas
New Jersey
Michael Halprin
August 31, 2020
I just finished watching the movie made by his son, "There is many like us" and I was rather blown away. It depicted in real life what I know my grandparents and great parents lived and died from. It was a beautiful story about reality and certainly life and love. I wish sitting here at midnight in Las Vegas, NV, that I could share that story with so many, at this moment we are living a life that is divisive and simply living Max's life through the story gave me "goose pimples" Thank you for the memories. Michael
Lisa Goldstein
August 29, 2020
Beautiful and touching story.
Laurie Carreras
August 7, 2020
Amazing Story !!
L D
August 1, 2020
Watched your grandson’s film, what an amazing story. What a wonderful man Max was. These stories need to continue to be shared. So sorry for your loss , you are both amazing people.
kenny leif
July 31, 2020
Saw the film...a truly remarkable story. Always wish someone like him would/could live forever to keep reminding peoples of the holocaust...Ken Leif
Bill Adkins
June 30, 2020
Well. I'm not the first to visit because of your movie. I loved it. Fell in love with max and his story
Sonya Block
June 23, 2020
I justed watch your film There is many Like Us I immediately googled your grandfather Max and your grandmother Rena I am a African American woman that has been researching the Holocaust for years and just wanted to say I wish I could of met your Grandfather he is truly a hero what a wonderful looking family
Vicki Robertson
October 12, 2019
A beautiful life lived with love & mitzvahs. Your memory is an inspiration & a blessing to all...
David Folkman
July 22, 2019
Touching beyond words! A ray of light in the darkness!
H. Antono Netzer
April 14, 2019
BEAUTIFUL
WEndy Worth
April 26, 2018
Dear Rena,
My students and I just viewed your grandson's film, There is Many Like Us. WE are all very sad to learn of the passing of your beloved soul mate, Max. We are very happy that you and Max were reunited and that you remained friends throughout most of your lives. I will show this every April in remembrance of your lives and the many others that did not survive.
We would love to meet you. If you ever want to come to KY, we would love to host you. Owensboro is an amazing little city.
Would you possibly e-mail me at my school so that my students can write to you as well?
We have had several Holocaust survivors speak here and I have met 2. I would love to host you and meet you. You make us laugh! Max is very funny!! We feel like we sort of know you now.
What a beautiful tribute from your grandson to you both, and now to the world.
God Bless You,
Wendy Worth
Joanne Simpson
November 23, 2017
To his family and friends,
I have just learned of Max and Rena's story upon viewing their grandson's docudrama, " There is Many Like Us". Incredibly touching. I was very sad to hear of his passing when I looked to see 'what they are doing now'. Approaching the first Anniversary of his passing will be difficult....but his life is to be celebrated!!!!
What a fabulous love story!!!! ❤ Joanne Simpson, Toronto
Jace Galloway
October 14, 2017
While his life included such unspeakable heartache, this beautiful love story is an inspiration to us all. RIP, Max.
Yvette Lucchelli
August 18, 2017
Such a poignant story. To find two people to love as you travel life's roads is a blessing.
Cindy Shepard
July 28, 2017
I just finished watching There Is Many Like Us and it was an incredibly touching story. I am so glad that Max and Rena were able to reconnect after the passing of both their spouses. My condolences to the family and friends of Max for their loss.
Tammy White-McIntyre
July 8, 2017
My 14 year old daughters and I watched "There is Many Like Us" tonight. The recorded history is aamazing, and I hope it is watched a gazillion times over the next million years. The Love Story in the movie/documentary demonstrated for my youngest, adopted daughters, that trust, happiness, and love can still be had through and despite adversity and atrocities we can not imagine and hope to never see. May Max's legacy live on, as well as Rena and their story. (Tammy White-McIntyre,, San Antonio, Texas)
John Kelleher
June 27, 2017
I watched the documentary of Max's heart and courage. I am glad he and Rena were reunited and able to live out their years together. A ray of sunshine from our darkest time,
Jay Murphy
March 22, 2017
So sorry.Though I didn't know him,he was a very special man.Prayers for the family.
Jay Murphy
Katriena Blackman
February 22, 2017
Hello,
I just watched (and cried) the documentary. I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My prayers are with you.
Henry Batynski
December 30, 2016
Dear Iris,
We are thinking of you. Take care.
Much love, Henry & Trish
Judy Newman
December 28, 2016
My deepest condolences to all of the
Family. Max and Rena's love is eternal. I hope that your many memories will give you some solace at this time.
Pattie Edwards
December 27, 2016
Dear Fronenberg family,
So sorry to learn of your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. On behalf of The Study, our deepest condolences.
Pattie
SANDY FREEMAN
December 27, 2016
Dear louis and Iris
sorry for your loss
Sharon Gruenstein
December 27, 2016
Dear Iris and Louis .my heartfelt condolences to you on the passing of your strong courageous handsome special dad.May good memories remain in your hearts always and may you know that he will be thought of with great respect and love.
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