Doris Isaac Rabinowitz

Doris Isaac Rabinowitz obituary, San Francisco, CA

Doris Isaac Rabinowitz

Doris Rabinowitz Obituary

Published by Contra Costa Times on May 22, 2011.
Doris Isaac Rabinowitz Nov. 19, 1937 ~ May 14, 2011 Resident of Walnut Creek Doris, 73, passed away peacefully with loving family by her side on Saturday, May 14, 2011, in Walnut Creek, CA. Doris grew up in Jacksonville, FL where she graduated from Landon High School. After high school she met the love of her life, Leon Rabinowitz. They started their life together in Savannah and later moved to Macon, GA. Doris was a very active member in the community and had many friends. She was a long time member of Congregation Sha'arey Israel. Doris was a vibrant and outgoing person who made friends wherever she went. She enjoyed entertaining, shopping, tennis, and traveling. She will be missed dearly by all. Her husband Leon preceded her in death in 1996. She is survived by her children, Steve Rabinowitz and his wife Laurie of Concord, CA; and her daughter Norma Lynne Cohen and her husband Jeff of Gaithersburg, MD; four grandchildren Ryan and Sarah Rabinowitz and Brett and David Cohen; and her brother Joseph Isaac of Jacksonville, FL. Services were held at Rose Hill Cemetery in Macon, GA on May 19, 2011. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Association.

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June 12, 2011

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June 3, 2011

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Mark Miller

May 12, 2023

Like my brother Stuart, seeing and hearing Doris always brought a smile to my face and a song in my heart - she was that kind of person. I can picture her now and smiling again!

Mary Oppy, RN

June 12, 2011

Ms. Doris was one of the first people to greet me. She met me on my way in to apply for a job. She always had a happy attitude. "Sorrow is not forever - Love is."

June 3, 2011

I was so sorry to hear about Doris. I would love to get in contact with Steve and Norma. Your cousin, Celia Palefsky Dunn

Ruth Birch Sykes

May 31, 2011

Steven and Norma, I just saw the news of your mother's passing. It's been a long time since we all lived in the old neighborhood, but I wanted to just reach out to say the Birch girls - Peggy, Irene, Anne and I, are sorry for your loss. May God heal your grieving hearts and hold your mother close.

Gay & Maurice Gwinner

May 24, 2011

We knew Doris so well as one of the bright lights at Carlyle Place. She was a bundle of enthusiasm and was very talented. We have missed her since she moved to California, and feel that the world now has lost a special treasured soul. We send our sympathy and prayers to her family.

May 20, 2011

I knew Doris the few short years she lived here at Carlyle Place. She was such a joy and had me doubled over laughing. I missed her so when she left. Call if there is anything I can do for you or your family. Call me at home or here at work.

Angie Thigpen
140 Wesleyan Drive
Macon, Ga 31210

May 20, 2011

My thoughts and memories of childhood with Doris and family are unforgetable. Morris Palefsky

May 19, 2011

I am very sorry for your loss. Sara Santo Sanders, Pineville, LA

Deborah & Euan Fergusson

May 19, 2011

Dear Norma
We are sorry to hear of your Mother's recent passing. Our heartfelt condolences to your family.

Stu Miller

May 18, 2011

Doris was simply one of my favorite classmates in high school. Always a smile, always a friendly voice, Doris had no enemies. Beautiful in every way. I miss her already.

Bill Heath

May 18, 2011

Doris was a great friend in school. She was a real pleasure to those fortunate enough to be in a class with her

Bill Heath

Parker Henderson

May 18, 2011

I had the previledge of knowing Doris at Landon High School. We were classmates. She was adorable and kept us all laughing. We all will miss her.

Jim Bashaw

May 18, 2011

God Bless You and May You Rest in Peace

May 18, 2011

She will be missed.

John Webster
Fayetteville, Ga.

Bob Bachman

May 18, 2011

We both remember Doris and her many smile provoking comments and her ability to literally light up any occasion with her presence. Doris and I were in the band, in the eight grade, both of us playing the clarinet, we would playfully argue about who was the worst player, truth was we were both pretty bad. My wife and I remember Doris's comment at our 45th reunion when responding to our comment Doris you look great. She said: "Honey, this is as good as I've looked in a long time". That was Doris. She was a special lady and we will miss her.
Margaret Ruth (Kelly) & Bob Bachman

Dan Gunn III

May 18, 2011

Doris was a customer of our Mother's, Hilda Gunn, for alterations back in the 80's. She was always very cheerful and a bright spot, arriving frequently, being pleasant and upbeat in her red mustang. Our heartfelt condolences to this woman's family, she was an uplifting presents.

The Family of Hilda Gunn

May 18, 2011

Steven, Norma & family, We have lost a dear friend with Doris passing. She will always be in our hearts & mind forever. We enjoyed many wonderful years of fun , trips & laughter with your parents. She & Leon will now be together again. Love, Dorothy & Burt Haskins

Pam Poupard Clark

May 18, 2011

Steven, you may not remember me from River North, but I remember you. So sorry to read of the loss of your mother. May God comfort and sustain you.

Rachael Brown

May 18, 2011

Dear Steve and Norma:
I am so sad to hear about your mom. She was so special to me and my children. You could always count on her for a good laugh. I am so sorry that I will be in New York with my grandchildren and cannot be there on Thursday, but will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
Rachael Brown

May 17, 2011

My dear, dear classmate - how we will miss your smiling face, your quick wit, and your love of life! You truly taught me to stand tall - and your expertise in your profession has been such a help in recent years! Thank you for all you have meant in my life! I truly will miss you - our reunions won't be the same without you! - Annelle Waller Hammond, Atlanta GA

Richard Haskins

May 17, 2011

Doris, you will be missed! You were one of my mom's best friends. I remember all the Passover dinners at our house with you and "Wizard."
I can still picture you across the table doing your little fish face. Doris, you always made me laugh! RIP

Marcia Newcomb

May 17, 2011

Steve and Laurie, if my memory serves me right, I believe ya'll met my dad, Bill Hemingway, at Carlyle Place. He was very fond of her as was I. She always had a smile on her face. She was vivacious and a love to be around. She was so young. I am so sorry for your loss. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.

May 17, 2011

Dear Classmate and lovely friend you will be missed by all that had the good fortune to know you. Bobby Edwards

May 17, 2011

Dear Classmate and lovely friend you will be missed by all that had the good fortune to know you. Bobby Edwards

Roland Neel

May 17, 2011

Steve and Norma, I am so sorry to hear about your mom. She was always very nice to me.
I hope to see you at Rose Hill.

Lee Anne Purvis

May 17, 2011

Robo,
It's been a few years. I am sorry to hear of your loss. It's tough, I know. You and Norma are in my prayers.
Take care, Lee Anne Smith Purvis

Lanny Rothstein

May 17, 2011

Doris .. her heart and door ... always open ....

Luanne Bailey

May 17, 2011

Norma, you are in my thoughts and prayers. It's not easy losing a loved one, but time will heal all. I too lost my mother a year and a half ago. Your mom was a wonderful person. I remember spending alot of time at your house when we were teenagers. Take care, Luanne Scott Bailey

Lynne Jaindl

May 17, 2011

I met Doris as a customer at the frame shop where I worked and I always looked forward to designing something with her. She was so funny and entertaining. Even though I have not seen her in several years, knowing that she has passed on makes me miss her. You, the family, have my sympathy and prayers.

May 17, 2011

I HAVE KNOWN DORIS SENCE THE FIRST GRADE AND JOE, FRANCINE HAS KNOWN YOU SENCE HIGH SCHOOL, WE ARE BOTH SADDEN BY THE NEWS.
GERALD AND FRANCINE FRIEDMAN

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