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Dana Stern Obituary
DANA STERN
On Sunday, May 22, 2011, DANA STERN of Bethesda, MD. Wife of Michael Rothberg; mother of Jacob and Evan Rothberg; daughter of Benjamin and Ethel Stern, and sister of Cynthia Stern. Dana is also survived by her aunt, Dr. Judy Ginsburg; her in-laws, Dr. Martin and Sharon Rothberg; her sister and brother-in-law, Anthony and Lisa Askowitz and her nieces Rachel, Danielle and Natalie; her first cousins Mark Copeland and Tatiana Acker, Dr. Cary and Lori Copeland, David Copeland, and their children, and many other loving relatives and friends. Dana was a cherished wife, a devoted mother, a caring daughter and sister, a loyal friend, and a trusted colleague. She was loved and respected by all who knew her. Dana was a Phi Beta Kappa graduate of Washington University and Cum Laude graduate of Harvard Law School, and worked as the Deputy General Counsel and Senior Vice President of MCG Capital Corporation. Special thanks to Dr. Fredrick Barr and his staff for their care and devotion. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, May 24 at 10:30 a.m. at Temple Shalom at 8401 Grubb Road, Chevy Chase, Maryland. Internment to follow at Garden of Remembrance Memorial Park, Clarksburg, MD. An announcement about the Shiva will be made on Tuesday during the funeral service. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to The American Cancer Society or a charity of your choice. Arrangements entrusted to TORCHINSKY HEBREW FUNERAL HOME, 202541-1001.
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Memories and Condolences
for Dana Stern
Dana Arnstein
May 27, 2011
Growing up with Dana, I remember her as a very smart..driven and dedicated person..who always strived to be at the top..I cant tell u how bad I feel that her life was cut short... my sincere sympathies to Mike and the Boys... The Rothberg's. Ben and Ethel... u both are incredibly dedicated.. comitted wonderful parents... I know the last year has been so hard for u both... I hope that in time.. the memories of all the happy times that you shared together will bring you peace... I hope that you will depend on the strength of your friends and family to help u get through this.. And my amazing friend Cindy... you were a wonderful sister to Dana... and she should only bring u good things!!!
love u all and so sorry for your loss!
joanne halter
May 26, 2011
ethel,
i can hardly imagine what a difficult loss this is for you and ben. lean on the love and support of those who can be there for you, to comfort and encourage you.
God is our refuge and strength, an ever present help trouble. Psalm 46:1
Rick Perlstein
May 26, 2011
We had lunch together every day our junior year of high school. She had a rapier wit! Such a terrible loss. My deepest condolence
May 25, 2011
Ben. We are all so sorry for your loss.
Bob Friebert
May 25, 2011
Ben and Ethel,
I am deeply saddened by Dana's death. Words cannot describe your family's grief. My thoughts are with you. The love and support of your family and friends will hopefully help you through this trying time.
Barb Burbach
Deborah McLean
May 25, 2011
May the love of those around you help you through the days ahead. Hold tight to memories for comfort, and may the peace of the Lord surround you and your family.
arlene & tim mayer
May 25, 2011
We were so saddened to hear the news about Dana. Words are not adequate, but you are in our thoughts, and we hope your many memories sustain you and give you strength.
May 25, 2011
DEAR ETHYL AND BEN,
OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY ON YOUR LOSS. OUR PRAYERS GO OUT TO YOU AND YOUR ENTIRE FAMILY.
BEV AND BERNIE BERSON,MEQUON,WI
Bush Nielsen
May 25, 2011
Ben:
You have my deepest sympathy on your loss.
May 24, 2011
How heart-breaking. I can only remember good things about Dana -- kind, bright, hard-working. My family grieves with you.
Another childhood friend,
Tammy (Moses) Yashar and Family
May 24, 2011
My deepest condolences to Dana's family. I am so sorry for your loss. Dana was a part of my childhood, and I remember her as a bright, hard working and loyal friend. Danna (Schnoll) Nezaria
May 24, 2011
Ben, so sorry for your loss.
Todd Farris.
May 24, 2011
Dear Ethyl and Ben, We are so sorry to hear about Dana. Please know our thoughts are with you and your family.
Caroline and Bill Schulhof Mequon, WI
Steve adn Lori Zeitlin
May 24, 2011
Dear Ben and Ethyl, we are very sorry to hear about the loss of Dana. We will pray for your family and Dana's husband and children during this very difficult time.
Elaine Garrett
May 24, 2011
Please accept my condolences.
May 24, 2011
I was deeply saddened to hear about Dana. My thoughts are with her family. I am so sorry for your loss.
Jamie Bush (Mayer) Phoenix, AZ
J Cannon
May 24, 2011
My condolences and prayers are sent for Dana's spirit and for God's comfort and blessings for her family, loved ones, and friends.
May 24, 2011
I am so sorry to hear about Dana's passing, what a tragedy. My heart is with all of her family and friends. Ruth Weill (Derfel) Milwaukee, WI
Mitch & Clara Lechter
May 23, 2011
We know that all of your memories of her will allow her to live on eternally and will give you the strength to help soften the incredible grieve you must be feeling.
Lisa Lubotsky Jubas
May 23, 2011
I feel so sad. My heart bleeds for the boys, Ben, Ethyl, Cindy, The Rothbergs. I hope you all find peace. Ben and Ethyl, I am so, so sad for you loss of your cherished Dana. This is not the way life is supposed to happen. May you know that you are in my heart and prayers. With all of my love,
Allyson and David Gevertz
May 23, 2011
We are so very sorry for your loss. Mike, Jacob, and Evan--you are in our thoughts. We send our love,
Gloriann Bruhn
May 23, 2011
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
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