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Gary Rubens Obituary

RUBENS, GARY S., of Coral Gables died suddenly on June 17, 2004 at age 47. He is survived by his parents Henry and Sandra Rubens of Boca Raton; sister and brother-in-law Karen and Jeff Seifer of Boston; sister Sheila Rubens of Boston; brother and sister- in-law Kenneth and Robin Rubens of Miami. Also survived by nephew Andrew Seifer and nieces Danielle Seifer and Arielle Rubens. Chapel service Tuesday, June 22 at 11:45 AM at Star of David Cemetery and Funeral Chapel 7701 Bailey Road North Lauderdale, 954-722-9000 To visit this Guest Book Online, go to www.herald.com/obituaries.

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Published by the Miami Herald on Jun. 20, 2004.

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Sandie Rubens

October 19, 2004

To all the kind and thoughtful people who wrote in Gary's "Guest Book."



Bud and I, along with Gary's three siblings,are enormously comforted by your expressions of love and friendship. These past four months have been a daily struggle as we try to cope with Gary's loss, but we are doing better. I didn't want anymore time to pass before acknowledging how much we appreciate your messages. Your obvious love, respect, and admiration you have for Gary has sustained us and will continue to do so for years ahead.



Thank you all,



Sandie Rubens

Mike Kremer

September 10, 2004

To Gary's family. I am sorry for your lose. Gary and I went to high school together. In 1979 I moved to Los Angeles, and the only way I could of done that was with Gary's help. We became roommate for awhile and showed me all the hot spots in LA. Gary and I had a lot of good times together. I miss him now and always will. He is a great friend.

susan squire

July 18, 2004

To the Rubens family, Please accept our sympathy on the loss of Gary. I was a classmate of Gary's at BHS and was surprised to hear of his passing. He was always so nice to me and I regret not getting in touch when I found out he was in Fla. Please know that we are thinking of you at this sad time. From, Sue Squire (Wilinsky) and family

Bobbi Rubens Pearsen

July 12, 2004

Dear Aunt Sandie & Uncle Bud,

As we leave for the cottage this morning-Gary's favorite place to go-I have a strong feeling he's already there looking over the place (& hopefully stocking the lake with fish). He & Grandpa Jack are now on the "eternal boys trip". I will miss him dearly & always treasure the wonderful memories of growing up with such a great cousin. I love you... Bobbi

jerry&paula greenblatt

July 11, 2004

SANDIE&BUD,KAREN&JEFF,KENNY&ROBBIN&

SHEILA

OUR HEARTS AND SOULS ARE OVERCOME WITH GRIEF ON THE LOSS OF YOUR BELOVED SON,BROTHER,BROTHER-IN-LAW,

GARY AT THE THRESHOLD OF HIS LIFE.HAVING MET AND CONVERSED MANY TIMES WITH GARY OVER THE LAST MANY YEARS,WE CAN AS PARENTS FEEL YOUR ONGOING GRIEF. AT THIS POINT PLEASE LEAN ON US FOR ANY SUPPORT WE CAN PROVIDE. WORDS FAIL US,BUT YOU MUST HAVE FAITH.

WITH ALL OUR LOVE,

PAULA&JERRY GREENBLATT

Ettie and Bob Kroker

July 3, 2004

This is a very sad time for all of us that not only had the pleasure of meeting and knowing Gary, but, also, of having a close relationship with Sandie and Bud. To know Sandie and Bud is to know that Gary was a very special person. We extend to the entire Rubens family our heartfelt condolences. May you be comforted in knowing that your frinds and family will always be "there" for you, giving you any support you need.

SYDELL AND ARNOLD AARON

June 24, 2004

GARY TOUCHED MANY LIVES WITH HIS GENTLENESS AND SWEET SMILE. HE WILL BE REMEMBERED AND MISSED BY ALL WHO KNEW AND LOVED HIM. WE SEND OUR DEEPEST, HEARTFELT CONDOLENCES AND LOVE; AND HOLD YOU IN OUR THOUGHTS AND HEARTS.

dick constable

June 22, 2004

I had known Gary for twenty years and worked closely with him for the last seven. He was probably the most professional person that I dealt with.

My heartfelt sympathy to his family. Their loss is ours also.May he rest in peace.

Mary Chambers

June 22, 2004

My deepest sympathy goes out to Gary's family. Gary and I worked together for a few years and I think very highly of him. He was very hard working and ethical. I am saddened by his passing. My prayers are with you.

Jeanette King

June 22, 2004

I am deeply saddened about Gary's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with Gary's family and friends. I never met Gary in person but had weekly telephone conversations and almost daily emails with him for the past 5 years. So, I felt I knew Gary as a good friend and great business associate. Gary was the best. Myself and other associates at RMIC will truly miss Gary. I will cherish my fond memories of Gary and know that Gary's family will cherish their memories of him also.

Betsy Cavanna

June 22, 2004

My deepest sympathies to the Rubens family. I have known Gary for at least 10 years through business and always enjoyed our business dealings. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Chris Estevez

June 21, 2004

My deepest sympathies to Gary's family. I had the privilege of working with him and know him for over 7 years. His shy smile and witty sense of humour will be sorely missed. You are in my prayers.

Rachel Selva

June 21, 2004

I am shocked and deeply saddened by Gary's passing and my thoughts and prayers are with him and his family. I have known Gary for the past 7 years and have always respected him and enjoyed his company. He will be greatly missed.

Laird Minor

June 21, 2004

Please accept my condolences on your loss. Gary was a friend and he will be missed.

Steven Cohen

June 21, 2004

I had the pleasure of meeting Gary for the first time in Boca at a recent mtg conference. It was a running joke between us that we had spoken to each other for about 6 yrs but never had met. Gary was as professional and engaging in person as he was on the phone. My partner, Laird Minor and I extend our sympathies to his family and know that he will be sorely missed.

Katie West

June 21, 2004

I was shocked and saddened to learn of Gary's death. We have been business associates for over 12 years. I considered Gary to be a friend as well. He was a warm and interesting person. I will miss him.

JC Castro

June 21, 2004

I would like to express my sympathy to the Rubens family for the loss of their loved one. It was a pleasre working with gary and he will be missed here by all.

Linda Ball

June 21, 2004

We would like to extend my deepest sympathy to the Ruben family. Gary had always provided the best service and professionlism. We will truly miss him. Our thoughts and prayers to his family and friends.

Traci Walters

June 21, 2004

I never met Gary in person but had the pleasure of many business conversations over the past couple of years and express my deepest sympathy. I hope that the pain & sorrow you are feeling now turn to cherished memories as soon as possible.

Lynn Brady

June 21, 2004

Rubens Family, I am so sorry to hear of Gary's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Lynn Brady, United Guaranty Services, Greensboro, NC

Michelle Suarez

June 21, 2004

My deepest sympathy. He will be in my prayers.

Scott Neitzel

June 21, 2004

Both my and Julie's thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Julio Gomez

June 21, 2004

I would like to express my deepest and most heart-felt condolences to all of Gary's family. It was a pleasure to work closely with Gary and learn something new every day. I respected his charisma and professionalism and will miss him.

Linda Harvard

June 21, 2004

To The Rubens Family,



With deepest sympathy in the lost of your love one. Be encouraged, I hope that you will find strength knowing that others share your lost.



from a co-worker.

Jay Halverson

June 21, 2004

Please except my thoughts and prays for the loss of Gary. I have known Gray for the last five year and had the opportunity to work with him on many occasions. I considered Gary a friend and am saddened to here of his passing. My condolences from the heart. Jay

Mary Perez

June 21, 2004

I am deeply saddened with Gary's passing, we worked together on many occassions and Gary was a very genuine person. I will keep Gary in my prayers.

Sue Liberman

June 21, 2004

My heart and thoughts are with you.

Bobbi Crume

June 21, 2004

John joins me in sending our deepest sympathy at this difficult time. We hope that the memories of happy times shared will be of great comfort to you all.

ELAINE & ARNOLD FELDMAN

June 20, 2004

OUR DEEPEST CONDOLENCES....EVEN THOUGH WE CAN NOT BE WITH YOU AT THIS TIME..BE ASSURED YOU ARE IN OUR THOUGHTS CONSTANTLY...OUR HEARTS GO OUT TO YOU AND YOURS. FONDLY...

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