Rose E. Avnet

When I was a single parent and working at the Jewish Community Center, whenever the Avent's stopped by it was a joyful event for me. They both made me feel important. Although I moved from Pittsfield over 20 years ago, I remember both of them fondly. Thank you for caring about me. May Roz rest in peace.

Dear Norman, Mark, Judy and Amy-- I was so saddened to hear of Roz's passing. She was a remarkable woman and reading her bio just makes it clear to me that she was even more remarkable than I had thought. I remember her as unfailingly warm, gracious, generous and upbeat. And, along with you, Norman, she raised three amazing kids. My heart goes out to all of you, and all the rest of the Avnet Smilkstein clan and community who loved her.
With love,
Rima

Norman, Lois and I still in Calif, after Hawaii, and have just been greatly saddened to learn of Roz's passing. As you well know, she was such a kind, caring, interested and wonderful person, and we were both very fond of her. I hope her passing was peaceful, and pain was able to be kept to a minimum. She, as you know, will be sorley missed by many, many of us. We would hve very much liked to have been able to make it to her service, and visit with you and your family. Our thoughts are with...

My regrets at hearing of Roz's passing from here in California. My heart goes out to you, Norman, after so many years and passages together--and of course to you, Mark, my pal. Many were the sleepovers… your mom was always warm and supportive--as I think she was to you during all the ups and downs of your life. Please pass Curtis's and my heartfelt sympathy on to the rest of your family.
Love,
Peter

DEAR NORM AND FAMILY, I WAS SORRY TO READ OF ROZ'S PASSING. ALTHOUGH I ONLY GOT TO SPEND A FEW WEEKS WITH HER IN THE SUMMER OF 2006 AS A MOLARI HELPER, I TRULY ENJOYED HER LOVE FOR LIFE AND THE WAY SHE APPRECIATED EVERY PERSON IN HER LIFE. SHE TAUGHT ME TO HAVE LOTS OF FLOWERS AND PRETTY VASES FOR EACH BOUQUET. SHE WAS THE MOST BEAUTIFUL ROSE I EVER MET AND I WILL ALWAYS KEEP HER AND YOU IN MY PRAYERS. WE WERE ALL SO TRULY BLESSED WEREN'T WE?

We wanted you to know how much we care. Please know that we are here for you.

Dr.Avnet,
I'm sorry to hear of Mrs.Avnet passing. I recall her freindly voice when I took care of your greenhouse many years ago. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Dear Dr. Avnet,
Roz was and will always be one of the most wonderful and thoughtful people I have had the pleasure of knowing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Sincerely, Debbie

Norman, my deepest sympathy on the passing of Rose. You are in my thoughts.