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James Steven Rosenstein

Pittsfield, Massachusetts

Apr 1, 1946 – Jan 3, 2025

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April 1, 1946
DIED
January 3, 2025
LOCATION
Pittsfield, Massachusetts

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James Steven Rosenstein, 78, of Lenox, MA, passed away on Friday, January 3, 2025, at the Berkshire Medical Center. A poet, classical guitarist, and linguist, Jim embodied a profound depth of creativity and intellect, all while remaining a deeply loving and compassionate man.Jim was born in...

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My deepest sympathy for the loss of an accomplished human being to the entire family. Elizabeth McClintock

A good friend, a great colleague as well as a talented and versatile individual.

I transferred to Suffield Academy as a Junior in the fall of 1962 and had the good fortune to be assigned to an advanced English literature course conducted by a beloved, outstanding faculty member, Gordon Glover. Jim Rosenstein was in that class. From the outset of the class discussion of the first assigned reading, it was apparent that Jim's intellect operated at an order of magnitude above the rest of us. We were bright enough; Jim was brilliant. It remained a singular privilege to...

Jim was a wonderful guy. We came to know him at Harvard´s ALI in 2011, and met him later, and he was one of the most genuine, compassionate, talented people I´ve ever known.

Jim was a caring, kind soul who, although he had superior intelligence never lorded it over anyone, and I had the distinct pleasure of being with him and being introduced to Carolina at our 60th high school reunion. He was truly an exceptional person.

Jim and I were classmates at Suffield. I had no contact with him for 50 years, until he came to our 50th and 55th high school reunions. It was great to reconnect with Jim, get to know him as an adult and meet his wife, Carolina. He was one of the stars of our class and had a distinguished career. I'll miss him, but am glad to have known him. My condolences to Carolina.

So very sorry for your loss. Jim was a precious soul.