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Milton Rogovin Obituary
Mark Rogovin says his father died at home in Buffalo Tuesday morning.
Rogovin's pictures documented the lives of the poor, the dispossessed, the working class - in particular those living in a six-square-block neighborhood in Buffalo near his optometry practice.
His first project was a documentary series on Buffalo's black churches. Living on his wife's schoolteacher salary, he traveled to Appalachia, Chile and Mexico to take portraits of working people - always using an old Rolleiflex, a bare bulb flash and occasionally a tripod.
Copyright © 2011 The Associated Press
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Pat Medige
November 20, 2021
I was fortunate to meet Mr. Rogovin in 1985 when I was a UB student. He came to mind recently when I was sorting some belongings, including "The Forgotten Ones." I have no doubt he is part of the reason I later focused my legal career on worker justice. Respect to Mr. Rogovin and his humble manner accompanying wonderful accomplishments, and best wishes to his family.
Jay Stall
March 14, 2011
I truly admire someone who takes an interest in those who are considered lowly by worldy standards. Mr Rogovin imitated Jesus in this regard Acts 4:13. May this family find comfort in the God of comfort. 2Cor 1:3,4
JM
January 23, 2011
I would like to extend my deepest sympathy to your family. May the many photograhys created by your father remind you of his love and hard work. And may you find comfort in knowing God will provide power beyond what is normal to cope with your loss. (2 Corinthian 4:7)
January 21, 2011
May God comfort the family and friends of Mr. Rogovin. We can all look forward to the time when death will be no more and instead of tears of sorrow there will be tears of happiness.
D.A. Willingboro, NJ
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January 21, 2011
TO THE FAMILY OF ROGOVIN,I EXPRESS MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY AT THIS VERY PAINFUL AND DIFFICULT TIME.PLEASE FIND COMFORT IN READING DANIEL 12;2.A,W.HOUSTON,TX.
January 21, 2011
To the Rogovin Family and Friends,
Deeply sorry for the loss of such a family treasure such as Mr.Rogovin. He lived a long life and I know he must have shared many wonderful memories over the years, a thought I hope you all will cling too.
In this sad period find comfort at Psalms 34:18-"God is near to those broken at heart..."
You can feel that Death can leave a heartache that nothing can heal, just know that Love can leave a memory that no one can steal.
P.S.-My husband dear Aunt Virginia just passed away Jan.11,2011 she also was 101.
The Grant Family
January 21, 2011
Rogovin Family,
I am sorry for your loss. WOW, the things your father must have seen through his eyes. I'm sure he had wonderful stories to tell. People who are underprivileged go without being heard or seen, your father made it possible for them to shine. Just think, one day " the righteous themselves will possess the earth". (Ps. 37:29) May you forever have a smile on your face knowing you have fond memories.
Judith Moore
January 20, 2011
So sorry for your loss. I love photography myself. Even though I never saw any of his photos, it seems like he showed people the suffering of others and made people sit up and think of the poor and lonely. God bless you in you time of need. You will always have your memories and the photos that showed the kind of man he was.
A Ross
January 20, 2011
Descansa en paz, Milton
January 19, 2011
Rest peacefully Mr. Rogovin. May you and Anne walk together now and forever.
R Golay
January 19, 2011
To the the family of Milton Rogovin - May God give you peace and comfort through his word and the Lord Jesus Christ during this time of sorrow, I know that Milton will be missed by many.
M. Jones
January 19, 2011
May Jehovah comfort you all during this difficult time.
tl
January 19, 2011
Life is relentless, and Milton showed us the beauty and the dignity of that struggle as written in the faces and family stories he captured with his lens. Thank you Milton, for the gift of your images, the poetry, the magic of how you saw the world and the lessons you exemplified in humanity. There is no doubt you will continue to be loved and known not only through your art, but also through the beautiful work and kind spirits of the incredible family you and Anne created.
Carol Todd
January 19, 2011
God gave this man a special eye to capture the soul spirit of the forgotten ones, He spoke for them in his photography. He is now in Paradise resting till the rapture when he will share God's Glory!
January 19, 2011
Let us not forget the forgotten ones, whose dignity was captured by the lense of Milton Rogovin.
Miriam Solon
January 19, 2011
Mark, I'm sorry for your loss.
~Miriam R~
January 19, 2011
May Dr. Rogovin's beautifully haunting photographic works, which he so purposely and generously shared with the rest of the material world, remind us all, that in our mad rush to the top of the 'heap', we are better, kinder people when we choose to acknowledge those who, for many reasons, were left behind, and invariably, forgotten.
Thank You, Milton Rogovin.
January 19, 2011
We need to be the voice of those who have no voice and because of their economic status are invisible so thanks to your father for his focus. Soon there will be no poverty or inequality under God's government. Then all people will enjoy earth's bounty
H.Possemato
joyce jones
January 19, 2011
I couldn't help but think of the wonderful privilege Mr. Rogovin had to be here more than a century..."special mightiness", indeed! (Psalm 90:10) What a wonderful legacy he has left for us all...to show the world as he saw it through his eyes, simple and truthful. May he awaken in God's New World to see, with perfect vision, a world made beautiful, clean, untarnished and happy, the way God originally intended it to be (Genesis 2:15, Psalm 37:10,11,29;Isaiah 25:8,John 11:11-13,21-26).
Charlotte
January 19, 2011
My condolence to the Rogovin family. Always remember that suffering will one day a thing of the past (Rev.21:4).
sam ott
January 19, 2011
may he rest in peace always in our hearts ed ott's son sam
sally clickner
January 18, 2011
My love and sympathy to the entire Rogovin family. Your father's talent was unique and thoughtful. I will never get tired of looking at his inspiring photographs. Much love to you all.
Sally Clickner
January 18, 2011
Dear Mark,
May he rest in peace...
Mary Hurley
January 18, 2011
Thank you Milton and Anne for showing the faces of Buffalo to the world and for your inspiring lives.
Ron Potter
January 18, 2011
The world seldom sees such a bright light as the spirit of Milton Rogovin. His art was to shine that light where too many feared to look. Thank you good sir.
PAT BOHANNON
January 18, 2011
MY PRAYERS TO THE FAMILY, WOW WHAT FRUITFUL LIFE.
Walterrean Salley
January 18, 2011
I, as a poet, love Mr. Rogovin's work (poetry and photography). It's revealing (Very telling), simple and sincere. The world has lost a great talent.
Victoria Valdez
January 18, 2011
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