Leona Attenberg

Attenberg, Leona
Leona G. Attenberg, age 82, born in Bridgeport, CT. a daughter of the late Samuel A. Goldfarb and Esther B. Goldfarb. Lee, as she was fondly known by friends and family, was a life-long area resident. Lee was married 52 years, to the late Herbert J. Attenberg. Lee was a graduate of Syracuse University in 1953, where she obtained her Bachelors degree in Business Administration. Additionally, Lee received her Masters degree in Education from Southern Connecticut State University, and later earned her post Graduate degree as a Reading Specialist from the University of Bridgeport. Lee has been known as an accomplished real estate agent in Southern Fairfield County since the early 1970's. Of great importance to Lee, was her pursuit to be a proactive and supportive member of her community. Lee was a member of the Board of Directors for CACLD,(Connecticut Association For Children with Learning Disabilities). Lee spearheaded the formation of the Greater Bridgeport Volunteer Meals On Wheels program, was on the Board of Trusties for Congregation B'nai Israel, and was a member of the National Council For Jewish Women. In recent years, Lee found great joy and pleasure in gaining a greater knowledge and understanding of her heritage. She was a member the B'nai Israel Torah Study group. Lee, was involved in the B'nai Israel widows and widowers group. The group would gather to discuss world issues, current events and hear from prominent guest speakers. Lee treasured and coveted her family above all else. Family and friends were of the utmost importance to her. Lee is survived by her beloved son and daughter; David and Ellen, her cherished grandchildren; Joshua, Trevor, Sybil and Maxwell, as well as the apple of her eye, her great grandson; Justin, her dear nieces; Louise and Joan, and her dear nephew Robert. Lee was predeceased by her loving sister Sonia (Sonny). Services will take place on Wednesday, January 8, 2013 at 1:00 PM at Congregation B'nai Israel, 2710 Park Avenue, Bridgeport, with interment following at Congregation B'nai Israel Cemetery on Kings Highway in Fairfield.