New York, New York
SHORETZ--Rochelle Lee. The Board of Directors and staff of Sharsheret are saddened by the passing of Rochelle Lee Shoretz, known to many as Rochie. Rochelle, 42, passed away on Sunday, May 31st, of complications from breast cancer. In 2001, following her own breast cancer diagnosis at age 28,...
Read MoreRochelle O"H was my most memorable student. She was bright,
eager, talented and kind. I was so happy when my children in
Plano, TX hosted one of her sons.
May she be a melitza tov for all of us.
Shoshana Zakon
Shoshana Zakon
May 27, 2021 | Teacher
You always reached for the stars..and caught them ! You were always the daughter I never had, and I followed your successes, your dreams and davened for you daily. There are no adequate words...may you continue your unrelenting advocacy from up high for all those you loved and all who loved you....
Sandy Majeski
June 04, 2015 | Brooklyn, NY
I will always remember you as one of the most spectacular women I have met. It was an honor to meet you at CLS and you will never be forgotten.
Lourdes Blanco
June 04, 2015 | Short Hills, NJ
You have made your mark in this world. You will never be forgotten. Rest in peace Rochelle.
June 02, 2015
I was Ruchy's English teacher in Shulamis H.S. Needless to say, she was my most accomplished student in my 24 years of teaching. In tenth grade, she had a story published in a magazine and an article in a Jewish Agency publication. When she edited the school newspaper, it won first place in the Columbia University high journalism contest. She was the best anyone can be - bright, talented, creative, funny, kind-hearted. She was respectful and tried to make everyone feel good. The last time I...
Shoshana Zakon
June 02, 2015 | Brooklyn, NY