Mickey Rosmarin

I stumbled upon Mickey during the transition from his "sardine days". I was only 18 (then, drinking age) and wandered in to The River Cafe, sat at the bar and became entranced and endlessly entertained by the quick wit, humor and good fun of the unparalleled duo he made with Phyllis Hand. I didn't even know who they were. I would return on occasion and be prodded by him to visit his newly-opened hip-chic Tootsie's. "I can't afford that, Mickey!" "Come, there's always affordable sale...

So sorry to hear of Mickey's death. I have such fond memories of growing up in Meyerland and hanging out with Mickey and Susie.

Laura Dodd Cox

Mickey was a great retailer and loved KOKIN hats , he was hugely supportive and encouraging and always said he would love to open a KOKIN Boutique someday, I said "when, when I am in Assisted Living"? . What a great zany sense of humor he had, when I was in Houston for a trunk show a couple of months ago he drove me around for an hour trying to decide where to have dinner . Every time we pulled into a parking lot he said, "no , not in the mood for this "all while listening to a Sinatra...

Mickey was one of the most unique, unpredictable and gifted people I have ever known. I had the opportunity at a very early age to be the manager and buyer of Tootsies. We closed the lower Westheimer store and opened the Galleria space together. We went from sardines to cavier. Mickey was always brainstorming ways to be edgy. Mickey...always a surprise. Traveling to Dallas and NY was another experience. On one trip, Mickey somehow a acquired a cockroach in his briefcase. It kept peeking out...

Sorry for the loss of your father. brother and friend. May many fond memories and God's tender mercy be with y'all.

Mickey, I remember those tie-die t-shirts in the garage when we were kids. I am so glad our parents did such a wonderful job of keeping all the cousins close. Your legacy will live long in your Houston.. Love to Suzie, Kenny and Judy
Cousin Marilyn

Rest in Peace sweet Man, Old Neighbor, Boy Scout troop Partner, Sunday School Conferment and old Friend. I wish you so much Peace and Joy in the journey your on now. You were an amazing Man and a wonderful human being. Our Community has lost Beautiful human in many ways.

David Proler

Such spirit and individuality sent Houston soaring! Always thought I'd see you again , and I will! Best wishes and condolences to your family. Judy Aguilar Hebert

Mickey will be remembered as a kind, generous and
honest man. He will be missed and remain in our
hearts forever.