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Marilyn Rosenberg Obituary
On December 22, 1944, Marilyn was born to Rueben and Esther Ida (Bergman) Rosenberg in Statesboro, Ga., where she was raised. Marilyn's parents owned Rosenberg's Department Store in downtown Statesboro, where she learned the virtues of integrity and equality.
The family attended Congregation Bnai Brith Jacob in Savannah.
Originally graduating from Georgia State University with a bachelor's degree in urban studies, Marilyn later graduated with a degree in nursing and became a registered nurse. Countless mothers and their babies prospered under her devoted care at Georgia Baptist, Grady and Emory Crawford Long hospitals.
Marilyn co-founded the Lake Claire Community Land Trust, a community garden in Atlanta, and Amata Community in Atlanta. Through these organizations, she helped many individuals and left an enduring legacy.
Marilyn always wanted everyone to help thy neighbor and share resources to save the environment.
She will be remembered by loving friends and family as an outgoing person who made personal sacrifices for the greater good, never knew a stranger and was deeply involved in her community.
While living primarily in Atlanta, Marilyn also spent many wonderful years on Tybee Island, her childhood vacation home. She particularly enjoyed walks at sunset on the beach, picking citrus fruit and eating gourmet pizza at Huc-A-Poos.
Marilyn is survived by her loving husband and son, Norman and Noah Glassman; siblings, Bernice (Stan) Gedzelman, Sandra Rosenberg (Jerry Gringer), Jack (Ellen) Rosenberg and Barry (Barbara) Rosenberg; nieces, Elise (Jeff) Falk, Jamie Rosenberg, Esther Gringer and Rose (John) Hagan; nephews, Evan Gedzelman and Michael Rosenberg; great-nieces Alexia, Naomi and Charlotte Falk.
A graveside service will be held on Sunday, January 20th, at 1:30 p.m. in Bonaventure Cemetery in Savannah.
A reception will follow.
The family will also receive visitors from January 18th-22nd on Tybee Island.
A memorial service will be held in Atlanta, Ga., on February 17th from 2-5 p.m.
Her son, Noah, may be contacted at (404) 455-1260 for further details.
The family would like to thank everyone who knew and loved Marilyn for their support and kindness.
Statesboro Herald, January 13, 2019
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Marsha Haimovitz
January 7, 2024
Marilyn was sweet lovable and big hearted person. Really loved her .
Marsha Haimovitz
January 25, 2021
She was a wonderful person who we all loved.
Noah Glassman
December 27, 2020
It's been two years since your passing, mom and it was just your birthday. Thinking of you. Love, Noah
Marsha Haimovitz
December 26, 2020
Marilyn was a very loving person and cared about everyone we really loved her.
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Marilyn Goodrich
November 24, 2019
Cherishing memories of Passover and travels together, as well as summers in Statesboro, I loved our family times together.
Like your father, you never met a stranger, and everyone adored you.
Your cousin, Marilyn Goodrich
Suvi Haapanen
February 25, 2019
Dear Marilyn,
We only knew you for several years but we sincerely appreciate the unique and loving community you and your family created. We enjoyed every moment living there and will always cherish the memories. The peace, love, sense of a real community in such a busy world.
The world needs more people like you and your generously loving and caring family.
I feel as though as I can speak for most people on the land trust that your legend and dreams will prevail.
May you rest in peace.
Much love,
Suvi & Dave.
Sherri McLendon
January 25, 2019
From our south Georgia childhoods to our love of community, we spent many cherished Amata days with a warm cup in our hands and warm regards in our hearts. Knowing Marilyn was a deeply cherished experience.
laura c
January 22, 2019
I feel lucky to have met this awesome woman, thankful for her sowing much good in this world, may we all be inspired to do the same. Praise God for her Life and the blessings of her loving family and friends.
Annie Ringo Vine
January 21, 2019
Marilyn was my mother when my own mother couldn't be one for me. She was totally accepting of everyone's faults and differences. I remember her saying People do the best they can when someone would disappoint or was having trouble in their own life. She made me my first pot of proper Jewish chicken soup when I was sick. I loved her and will love my memories of her forever.
Teresa Metzger
January 20, 2019
I always felt happy and secure if I was working with Marilyn. she was so honest and sincere,caring and newage. Loved to talk with her about her chickens, food commune and chakras. I worked as a nurse with her at good ole Crawfordlong hospital with the moms and babies. Teresa Metzger
Dino Sims
January 18, 2019
A very sweet and caring person that had a smile for everyone.
January 16, 2019
Attended school with Marilyn and often shopped in her parents store downtown Statesboro. Haven't seen her in many years, but remember her soft-spoken demeanor always with a smile. Sincere thoughts and prayers for her family and friends as you go through this very difficult time.
Marcus Seligman
January 16, 2019
Knew Marilyn and her siblings well growing up in Statesboro and saw Marilyn at Tybee several times. Condolences to all the family.
January 14, 2019
Marilyn was very sweet person she was always nice to be with,she never met a stranger.
Lucy Holleman, Yeats
January 14, 2019
Marilyn and I were classmates in Statesboro. She and I had birthdates only two days apart, which I always remembered & lived only a few blocks from each other. I'll always remember her soft voice and pleasantness & pretty blond hair. She was a lovely lady.
Britt Franklin
January 14, 2019
A noble lady has left mortality with a great legacy of love and service. Our love, sympathy and prayers for your family.
James Davis
January 14, 2019
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends of Marilyn.
Nathalie Goodrich
January 14, 2019
My thoughts and sympathy are with you at this time.
Samantha Bell
January 13, 2019
My condolences to the family. May God give you continuous strength. Marilyn may your legacy continue through your family. You are an awesome person and cared so much about everyone.
Noah Glassman
January 12, 2019
Mom, you will be missed. Your fruit trees on Tybee are still producing. We'll pick an orange for you. And I'll keep my promise to make your brother Jack eat an apple a day!
Michelle
January 11, 2019
My deepest condolences to the family. May you find strength and comfort from God's written word and from each other, during this most difficult time.
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