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Arnold Rosenberg Obituary
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Arnold L. Rosenberg, age 83, died June 20, 2008 after an extended illness. Arnold was born February 19, 1925 in Cortland, NY, to Samuel and Ida Finn Rosenberg.
After graduating Cornell University School of Mechanical Engineering in 1947, he served as an Lt. Jg. in the US Navy. After leaving the service, Arnold worked for Western Electric. Upon the demise of his father, Arnold took over his father's furniture business and grew the operation with stores in Corning, Elmira, Ithaca and Big Flats (Arnold's Furniture and Kobackers). Flying, water-skiing and genealogy were Arnold's passions. He and his wife, Arlene, eventually retired to Palm Harbor, FL.
Arnold is survived by his wife, Arlene Sproule Rosenberg; his children, Karen Rosenberg, Seattle, WA; and Jill and Paul Forleo and grandchildren, Bill and Katie, Pittsford, NY; Lisa and Scott Bush, Elmira, NY; Jeffrey Rosenberg and granddaughter, Emily, Horseheads, NY; Myra Rosenberg and granddaughter, Rachael, Rochester, NY; stepsons, Gary Kinner and John Kinner, Palm Harbor, FL; sister, Lorraine and Jules Shimberg, Hartsdale, NY; many loving nieces, nephews, cousins and extended family members.
A memorial service will be held 10:00 a.m., Monday, June 30, 2008, at Temple B'Nai Israel, officiated by Rabbi Miriam Biatch. The family will have a private burial following the service. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that donations be made to the Temple B'Nai Israel, 900 W. Water St., Elmira, NY 14905; or Jewish Welfare Fund, PO Box 3087, Elmira, NY 14905. The family will receive friends at the home of Lisa and Scott Bush, 386 Watercure Hill Rd., Elmira 14901, at 7 p.m. on Tuesday evening, July 1.
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Memories and Condolences
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Sandy Cunningham Hillman
June 30, 2008
Arlene & Family,
I'm so sorry to hear of the passing of Arnold. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
God Bless !
Bob Jessmore
June 29, 2008
Dear Jeff,
So sorry to here of your fathers passing. Your father was a great person, he helped me out of a lot of situations financially over the years. My father( Jim Jessmore )worked for years for your dad,until my dads retirement and closing the store in the early 1990's.I can remember the days that i worked as a fill in driver/delivery man with my dad at Arnolds Furniture,then of course came the day that i was 1st sent out alone with the truck to go to ithaca to deliver your dad told me " this is your first time alone in the truck,drive slow and be careful i don't pay for speeding tickets".This was great advice,as i never in all the years i helped my dad or helped your dad ever had a ticket for anything.Your dad always made me feel glad to help him when he needed me too. I can remember your dad as having words of encouragement all the time for myself and others ,when it was needed most.Again my sympathy to you and your family.
Alyce French-Cronin
June 27, 2008
Dear Jeff,
Thank you for taking the time to get a hold of me to let me know about your fathers passing. He was an awesome man and always treated me with respect. I enjoyed working for him for 10 tens. If he wasn't closing the store at the end of that year I would probably still be there. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Kathy Spinelli
June 25, 2008
Dear Lisa and family,
Just now hearing of the loss of your father and it saddens me deeply. I have some fond memories of visiting your home when we were younger. Your dad always made me feel like part of the family. He will really be missed. Remember that as long as you keep him in your heart he's never truly gone. My thoughts and prayers go out to all of you.
Love,
Margaret Wood
June 25, 2008
Dear Jeff
So sorry for your loss. So thoughtful of you put it in the Ithaca Journal even though he hasn't been in the area for years. A lot of people have already called me. We all have lots of good and fun memories of him, especially you, Remo and myself. He sure did teach me a lot and I didn't even know it at the time. What a great man he was. Hang in there and my love to you and Emily. Hope the videos we made of Arnold's Furniture here in Ithaca turn out for you. Lots of memories there!
June 25, 2008
Dear Jeff,
We are so sorry for your loss.
Love, Debbie, Beverly and Joel Brown
Randi (Samuels) Nunn
June 24, 2008
My thoughts are with all of you at this difficult time. Arnold was a great husband, father and stepfather. He also was a wonderful friend to both of my parents.
May you always cherish the many memories you have of him and find comfort in them.
Paul Sofia
June 24, 2008
To the entire family,
It had been years since I've seen all of you. I am truly sorry for your loss. He was a great man. You are all a reflection of him. I have plenty of memories of him. My sincere thoughts and prayers are with each and everyone of you.
Janet Card
June 24, 2008
Dear Lisa & Scott,
I am truly sorry for your Dad's passing on. If I could be of any help at this time please call me and let me know. I know what you are going through at this time. You are in my prayers.
Mike Cunningham
June 24, 2008
Arlene & Family
My prayers are with you ,in this time of sorrow
Marlena (Messina) Henke
June 24, 2008
Dear Myra,
Please accept my deepest sympathies in the loss of your father. I remember playing at your house when we were little girls.
Your father always had a warm smile a made me feel so welcome.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time. May your memories bring you comfort and peace in the days ahead. I am here to help in any way I can.
Love,
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