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John Rosenwald Obituary
John P. Rosenwald died at Overlake Hospital in Bellevue, November 2, 2006 at the age of 78. Mr. Rosenwald was born in St. Cloud, MN August 24, 1928 to Arthur and Dora Rosenwald. Mr. Rosenwald served in the US Army for 7 years, received a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from the University of MN in 1957, and worked for Boeing as a Senior Propulsion Research Engineer for 35 years.
Mr. Rosenwald married Mary Jones of Wyoming in 1953 and they had two daughters. He cared for his wife throughout her challenges with Multiple Sclerosis and cancer.
Mr. Rosenwald is survived by Betty Gardner Rosenwald, his second wife of 25 years; daughters Judy Adcock and Peter of Renton, Janet Bechtel and Allan of Bellevue; sister Gloria Seiler of Mercer Island; stepchildren Randal Gardner and Cathy of La Jolla, CA; Deb Gardner and Peter Robinson of Mancos, CO; and Rick Gardner of Kent; five grandsons, four stepgrandsons, and several nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to Emmanuel Episcopal Church of Mercer Island, the American Diabetic Association, or Providence Hospice of Seattle.
Memorial services will be held December 16, 2006 at Emmanuel Episcopal Church on Mercer Island at 2:00 p.m.
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Beth Youngquist-Andres
December 18, 2006
Janet, So sorry to hear of your loss. Your father was a wonderful man. My parents and I grieve with you and pray for you.
Glenn Redfield
December 13, 2006
Very sorry to hear about John's passing. He always had a way of lighting up the office place in the "Engine Room" at Everett Boeing Propulsion and make everyone laugh just when we really needed to. Best regards and condolences to the grieving family members.
Bill Eames
December 12, 2006
I am very sorry to hear of his passing. He was always cheerful, and had a sharp wit, many good memories over the years.
Lore Hilby
December 11, 2006
Judi & Janet - I know this is a hard time for you, but I want you to know our love and prayers are with you always.
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Cheri Edwards
December 11, 2006
Judi - We were all so sorry to hear of your dad's passing. My heart goes out to you and your family. You know that my prayers are with you always. You were a wonderful support to me in my time of grief. I am here for you if you need someone to talk to. Much love & big Brian hug to you.
Chuck and Bev Landgraf
December 10, 2006
John was a good friend, always there with a helping hand and a smile, and good ideas. We have many fond memories of the times we spent together. Our prayers are with the family.
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