Alan Marshall Rutberg

1948 - 2018

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1948

DIED

2018

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Alan Rutberg Obituary

Alan Marshall Rutberg Baltimore MD- After a long, graceful, and intelligent conversation with illness, Alan M. Rutberg passed away on JUNE 1, 2018. Born in New London, to Frances and Morris Rutberg (deceased), he attended local schools, graduating from New London High, Class of 1968, and UConn at Storrs, in 1972. From an early age, Alan was seen around New London with camera in hand, creating art and finding beauty in the most under-examined elements in our daily lives. Alan continued that passion in California, where he received a MFA at San Francisco Art Institute. He returned to the east coast where he became assistant professor of photography at the University of Maryland, Baltimore campus, becoming a well-respected teacher and mentor. Intensely involved in various pursuits in art, Alan opened OWN GURU, a music and book store in Fells Point, Baltimore, specializing in obscure, rare and well-curated 20th century music, and first edition poetry and novels of the Beat Generation. Alan is survived by his brother Eric of San Francisco, as well as many friends in New London, Baltimore, and San Francisco. Service and internment will be in Sonoma, Calif.

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Published by Baltimore Sun from Jun. 5 to Jun. 10, 2018.

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Sher Andreas

May 7, 2021

I remember Alan from New London High. He was a well dress
young man, he and his brother.
Just a gentlemen & kind human.
I admired his intellectual conversations.

Carol Hoosty Belli

February 16, 2020

Just last night I was listening to music as Harry Nilsson began singing You Made Me Love You. I stopped and smiled because Harry singing any of those old classics always reminds me of Alan. He loaned me that particular album some 45 years ago. I loved it, but finally had to force myself to return it to him. We knew each other for a few years in New London when he was working at the 95 House and I was often a Friday night customer. We got together after hours reveling with the late night crowd as many young people did in those days. Throughout the past decades I have occasionally wondered what Alan finally did do with his life. For some reason last night I was compelled to google him and found that he had passed away. Even though we had no contact for all those years, his passing had a profoundly melancholy impact on me, I think because he was one of those people whose memory always did make one smile. In those halcyon and hope filled mists of the past, I remember Alan as a beautiful man inside and out with a soft voice, a seductive smile, and a tender heart. He clearly attached himself somehow to a little piece of my soul because I have never forgotten him. He will always exist in my mind with a young body, luxuriant black curls and that bewitching smile. The first paragraph of his obituary was so quintessentially Alan. May sweet music and the perfect light be with you always, Alan.

Oscar Villegas-Paez

October 16, 2019

I was terribly sad to find out about Alan's passing. Such an amazing mentor, I always think of him and his teachings continue to help me evolve as an artist and as a human being. I wish I could be in contact with Eric and send my deepest condolences to him and all the family.

Ned Carey

July 11, 2018

Alan will always be remembered fondly by his friends in New Haven. A wonderful, warm man and a true "guiding light" in the area of music and photography.

Billy Seplowitz

June 14, 2018

Condolences to his brother and the many who loved him. Alan was a kind and gentle guy.

June 7, 2018

My husband and I often spoke to Allan on our frequent visits to Bright View to visit my father in law. He was so pleasant, so interesting to talk too. We looked forward to seeing him each time we visited. We will remember him always, and he will be missed at Bright View.
Paul and Dodie Chiamulera

L Heath

June 7, 2018

My condolences to you, his brother Eric, extended family and friends. He was such a pleasant person and always smiled as he said, hello. May his soul rest in peace. God Bless!

June 7, 2018

Eric, I was so sorry to hear of the passing of Alan. I can't even imagine your sorrow and losing a sibling. Remember the love and good time for comfort. How fortunate you were to have a great brother...and family. Hugs and prayers for you...
Eileen Foye Kelly

June 7, 2018

To the family of Alan Marshall Rutberg I would like to express my condolence to you may the God of comfort bring comfort to you with his right arm extended to you Isa.41:10

Peter Iverson

June 6, 2018

Hello Eric, I don't know if you will remember, but Alan stayed with me for the first 6 or so weeks he was in Baltimore while a flat was becoming available for him, and so you and I spoke over the telephone a few times during that period when you would call and Alan was unavailable.
I was so stunned and saddened by the news of Alan's passing. Beyond the fact that he and I were colleagues for a few years, we were also friends. His amazing wit and intellect captivated everyone who met him; the world without Alan will be a less vivid and enjoyable place for the rest of us.
Alan truly was a unique individual, and I am so very sorry for your loss.

June 5, 2018

Eric,

I am so sorry to read of the passing of your brother,Alan. Seeing this picture reminds me so much of your father. Your family always meant so much to me,as well as my parents.
I hope life is good for you and you always keep Alan in your heart, he was a wonderful person.

My thoughts and prayers are with you,

Charles Katz
White Plains, N.Y.

June 5, 2018

Eric: Daphne and I express our sincere condolences on Alan's passing. Lots of memories from our teenage years with him, you, Michael and others. May his name always be a memory of joy and happiness to your family and you.
Henry Resnikoff and Daphne M. Nielsen
Essex, CT

Martin Leff

June 5, 2018

Eric...

Very sorry for your loss. Alan got me interested in photography almost 50 years ago and I still have the cameras and darkroom equipment he recommended. Again, very sorry for your loss. Be Well...

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