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Michael Rosenfeld
1948 - 2011
Michael Rosenfeld
1948 - 2011
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BORN
1948
DIED
2011
Michael Rosenfeld Obituary
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Jeff
July 28, 2024
I still remember your warm friendship, Mike. Sail on
Richard and Tina Carey
July 28, 2024
We still miss you.
Ed Zylman
December 31, 2023
Found memories of the time we spent at DPSS. Hiking in Painted Canyon. Your cabin in Cajon Pass. Glad to see you finally married Judy.
Jeff Browitt
July 28, 2020
Hi Mike. Still remember you with fondness
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Fran Somers
August 14, 2011
I won't be able to adequately say how much Mike (and Judy) have meant to my husband and I in this short space. Instead, I'm going to pay tribute to one of my favorite things about Mike--his insane ability to tell joke after joke after joke. I spent a good amount of time trying to remember them (and always failed). Here's one for you Mike. You will be terribly missed for your warmth, inspiration, originality, and humor.
A guy walked into a bookstore and asked the clerk where the self-help section was.
"I could tell you," she said, "but that would defeat the purpose."
Jeff & Mike in the 70s
Jeff Browitt
August 13, 2011
I am proud and blessed to have known Mike. I never quite realized how wide his network of love and friendship really was - I do now. I especially remember the 70s when I lived in Thousand Palms for 6 years and he was always a part of my life - his visits to Charlie and Alice's house where I lived, the late nights at Roger and Griffin's place, and the house we both shared in the late 70s as we pondered our place in the universe. I watched him as he grew into a bilingual educator and fighter for social justice and always looked forward to my annual stays at his house when he and Andy and Jude and I philosophized about life. Wherever you may be now, happy trails brother. Jude – our hearts are with you. My deepest sympathies.
Jorge Moreno
August 8, 2011
My condolence to the Rosenfeld family. Mr. Rosenfeld was a caring and gentle man. He will be missed but not forgotten.
August 7, 2011
To our beloved brother-in-law Myg (our knickname), We will miss you deeply. Especially the jokes that I, Tina can't remember to tell anyone. But my husband Richard is great at remembering them.
Richard & Tina Carey
Beatrice Acosta
August 7, 2011
Mr. Rosenfeld was a memorable person and character. He made learning fun. I had a class with him my senior year and enjoyed going to it everyday. :) He made learning fun and made his class exciting to attend. He will be sorely missed by his past, present and any future student he had or would have had. My thoughts, prayers and condolescence go out to his family and loved ones. He was well loved all around.
Dom Summa
August 6, 2011
Judy and family, I was very sorry to hear about Mike's passing. He was a true advocate for workers and had a special passion for helping others. His leadership qualities inspired many others to get involved to promote positive change. He was a role model not only for the adults he worked with, but also the many students he interacted with while at CVHS. He will be missed.
Alfredo Noriega
August 6, 2011
My sympathy to the Rosenfeld family, Mike will be missed. I'm proud to say he was a friend. God's speed.
Sia Lux
August 6, 2011
My prayers go out to Judy, Mike's family and loved ones. His humor and good teaching touched many. His passion to make our world a better place was inspiring. I will miss him.
Tania Kidd
August 6, 2011
The inspiration Mike provided to students and teachers alike will never be forgotten. He was a special friend who always had an encouraging word and a daily bit of humor to start the teaching day off right! Mike, we love you and we miss you! Heartfelt prayers to Judy & family.
Olivia Magana (Zepeda)
August 5, 2011
My deepest sympathy goes out to the Rosenfeld family. I had the honor of being in Mr. Rosenfeld's class twice during high school and being his TA for a semester. He always wanted the best for his students, he knew how to motivate us, he knew which teaching method worked for each student, he provided unconditional support, all while teaching us World History and American History. I will always remember his parting words after class: "go on and be productive." I will miss him, but will remember him by modeling his unique teaching strategies in my classroom.
Cindy Soria
August 5, 2011
Mike was a friend and mentor to me for more than 20 years, and I will miss him greatly. I loved his stories, his jokes, and his passion for helping others. Mike was a wonderful role model, and his legacy can be found in the positive difference he made in so many lives. My thoughts and prayers are with Judy and all the Rosenfeld family.
August 5, 2011
My life's pespective was changed by Mr. Rosenfeld's teachings. He was a wonderful teacher and an amazing human being. we will miss you. B. Quinteros
Tammy Ashworth
August 5, 2011
My condolences go out to Mr. Rosenfeld's family. He was always a source of solace in the vortex that teaching can be at times. His positive influence and radiance touched his students, colleagues, friends, and community. With his wry humor, he could joke you into seeing the positive side of an issue. He will be missed.
Bob Bailey
August 5, 2011
I had numerous interactions with Mike when he was the President of the teachers' union and I worked at the District Office. He was a consummate professional who always placed the needs of teachers and students foremost. I also remember Mike from the 60's when he worked at Leon's Mens Store in Palm Springs. A great guy.... Bob Bailey
Bobby & Debby Colvin
August 5, 2011
Mike was a very special person and he will be sadly missed by everyone who knew him!
Bobby & Debby Colvin
August 5, 2011
Mike was a very special kind of person and he will be sadly missed by everyone one who knew him!
Bob Elrod
August 5, 2011
Mike and I met when I was about ten. My father ran the recreation department in Mecca where Mike and I laughed and played for many summers. He taught me how to play chess, a feat that took a lot of patience. He remained a good friend through out the ages. In later years we corresponded about some deep spiritual issues involving the Old Testament, Jewish history, and the relevance of
Christ. I well remember meeting up with him at CVHS when he had a long flowing beard and clothing that didn't conform to local standards. What a sight. But we embraced in the middle of the street and reconfirmed the feelings and connections of all of our memories together. Talking with him at the 25th reunion of the class of 66 was one of the years high lights. My best to his family. I loved him in life, I love him in death.
Bob Elrod Tn.
Esther Salmeron
August 5, 2011
Mr. Rosenfeld's witty comments and laughter will be missed. He cared about connecting with students and colleagues. Thank you for your acts of kindness Mr. Rosenfeld.
August 5, 2011
Have a blessed trip to a wonderful place! -Marta O.
Michael Madruga
August 4, 2011
The Madruga Family sends our thoughts and prayers to the family. What a great guy Michael was.. He will be missed.
Shari Lo
August 4, 2011
Dear Mr. Rosenfeld. He has been an exacting teacher, a wise mentor, and such a kind, kind friend. He expected the best of us for he saw the very best of which we were capable. And he took it upon himself to put endless effort and heart into making each of us see it as well. We have been so very fortunate to have had Mr. Rosenfeld in our lives. He will be truly missed and deeply appreciated always.
Nanne Lynn
August 4, 2011
I was very fortunate to know and work with Michael at CVHS.
His ability to teach children, not only lessons in the class, but
lessons in life. He was always cheerful, loved his wife, and
and was very proud of his garden.
Mike, I will miss you dreadfully; but I am so grateful I knew you.
I loved your stories about the Peace Corp...especially the one about
cheese. When I buy cheese, I will think of you. Love you, Nanne
Lynn, God is getting a great human being.
Marilynn Smith
August 4, 2011
My deepest condolences to Judy and all the Rosenfeld family. Mike was a wonderful person and fun to have as a colleague. His sense of humor was marvelous, and he was a terrific teacher. He will definitely be missed.
Marilyn & Steve Harris
August 4, 2011
Mike and I are tied together by my brother, Larry and his sister, Ruth. I remember him fondly, and am saddened by his loss. May God bless and comfort his family.
August 4, 2011
Mike is my sister-in-law Ruth Neal's brother we grew up together and Mike will be missed. Zelma Moore, my husband and I forward our deepest sympathy to Mike's family.
Tommy Berry
August 4, 2011
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family of Mike, may he rest in peace knowing he had so many friends.Tom Berry
August 4, 2011
My sincere condolence to all of Mike's family. Having worked with Mike in past years provided me the opportunity to meed this fine gentleman who is now serving our Lord.
Joe Murillo
Board Member
CVUSD
Bill and Patty Gardner
August 4, 2011
Our deepest condolences go out to you, Judy,family, and all those who knew Michael. I first met Mike at Mecca Elementary in the 5th grade. He was my friend. Though we grew apart with the years, we had some great times. The late 60's in Turkey while he was stationed in Izmir, in Palm Desert, where we shared my parents house and partied day and night. Mazeltoving at your wedding in Colton. Those were truely memorable times. I will always miss his sly smile and bright eyes. We have all suffered a great loss.
Stephen Nieto
August 3, 2011
Mike was a friend of mine for over forty years, he and Judy attended my first wedding back in the 80"s.. My condolences go out to Judy and the Rosenfeld Family, I hope you find peace in the memories and good times spent with Mike. I recently spent a lot of time with Mike while we designed and built his casita and cabana. We bonded again, we talked , we laughed and shared many tales about our travels, the Universe and the mysteries of Life.
He was a gentleman and a scholar who set a fine example for his students at CVHS. I will miss him but I will find happiness in the memories. Mike, I'll see you again on the other side my friend!
Bob Gary
August 3, 2011
Mike was a regular in my restaurant. He was always upbeat, cheerful and radiated a sense of well-being and optimism. He was a true gentleman, a scholar and a gentle soul. May you rest in peace, Mike.
Bob Gary, La Quinta Baking Company
Joella Martinez
August 3, 2011
Mr. Rosenfeld - I still remember sitting in your world history class in high school, I loved your class. You were a great teacher and a great human being. I will never forget your great sense of humor. RIP Mr. Rosenfeld, you won't be forgotten.
Salomon Alvarez
August 3, 2011
May God fill the void in the Rosenfeld Family that Mike has left. May God comfort the sadden hearts of his loved ones. Mike was a gentleman, excellent educator, and friend. You will be missed.
August 3, 2011
I miss him so much. I will always have him in my thoughts. I'm sorry for everyone who's lost him. I'm sorry for your loss Judy. I'm glad I got to spend time with the two of you last year in California.
Norma Angelica Rocha-Supanich
Marianne Lo
August 3, 2011
Mr. Rosenfeld has been a positive motivating force in my life. The impact that he made transcended beyond the high school classroom. He empowered me to have an opinion on the means which we were taught, and that knowledge enables us to do something about it.
Bernadette Heavey
August 3, 2011
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Gustavo Gonzalez
August 3, 2011
Mike, you will be missed. Thank you for the wonderful memories at CVHS and CVUSD. I hope we meet again in the next lifetime. Nam Myoho Renge Kyo, your friend Gustavo "Gus" Sky Gonzalez
Eduardo Torres
August 3, 2011
You will be miss Mr.Rosenfeld,,The people that really knew you can say that you had influence in our lives to become the persons that we are today and i thank you for that,,,we all loved you and you knew that,,,,,
Eddie Arias
August 3, 2011
Mike: I have great memories of you back at CV High School from 1962 through 1966. You lived on Avenue 62 and I on Avenue 60 in Thermal - we shared many a ride together to school in those days, my friend. I was grateful to you for sharing your MAD magazines with me!! We communicated through the years - I greatly admired your life decision to return to the halls of CV High to teach where you were a wonderful inspiration to generations of Coachella Valley's kids.
We shared a common bondage through our involvement in the Union Labor Movement - a vocation which is and was
a unique dedication to one's peers.
I am diminised by your passing but am thankful for having shared a very nice friendship with you. I extend my condolences to your family.
Madonna Gerrell
August 3, 2011
Mike is gone too soon and rememered as a unique character, educator, and visionary...rest in sunshine Mike and we will be always curious what you're thinking and saying:)
Gabriela Brisceno
August 3, 2011
Our lives will never be the same without you. In my heart you will continue to be the hero I looked up to, the man I had on a pedestal, the dad I didn't want to disappoint and the best grandpa my kids could've ever had. I love you.
Cardoza
August 3, 2011
May the joys you shared help to ease your loss on the day's ahead. Our deepest sympathy to you all, we will keep you in our prayers.
Rhonda Holguin
August 3, 2011
I am so sorry to hear of Mike's passing. He and I were good friends at CV, COD and Cal State San Bernardino. We 'shared' responsibilities for our Psych lab class - he handled the rat and I wrote the papers. We 'aced' the class!
Harper Family
August 3, 2011
We knew Mike as a gentle soul, a great family friend, gardner, nature enthusiast, all around good guy and a very giving person. Our family is blessed to have known him and to have shared some very nice time with Mike and Judy. He will be sorely missed, I am sure. However, when we look to the stars on a clear night, I am sure that Mike will be looking back and that he will send a twinkle our way to let us know he is happy and looking forward to seeing all of us again when it is our time to transition.
August 3, 2011
Though I only kept touch with Michael through other friends, I do know that he helped a lot of students in his years as a teacher. In his own way, we can honestly say that he changed our little world..Dan Montez.
Mike and Annette (Kitagawa) Keebler
August 3, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Rosenfeld family. We always enjoyed working and visiting with Mike while in CVUSD. He was a real leader and gentleman, always taking into account the feelings of others. He will be missed.
Diane Esqueda
August 3, 2011
I am greatly saddened by Mikes death. He was one of those "very special people" who touched the lives of many. He seemed to have great appreciation of nature, people, especially children, life in general. He was interested and knowledgeable in many areas. I always envisioned Mike as he grew older, as a very wise, white haired, bearded little old man telling stories of his life and adventures to all that would listen. Oh.....and of course......a joke now and then. He left us all way too early. My heart goes out to Judy and all those close to him for such a huge loss.
Kris Baggett
August 3, 2011
my heartfelt sympathy to his many friends and family. mike was an icon in our school district.
August 3, 2011
Mike was a special person. As my union rep at CV High he helped me on many occassions. He was kind, intelligent, and thoughtful. I will never forget him. He was a dedicated and devoted educator. My deepest sympathy go to his family. Dorothy Dupree
Kenna Ramirez
August 3, 2011
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Rosenfeld family. Mike was a good man and teacher. Today we lost someone very special. He will be sorely missed.
Daniel Cantu
August 3, 2011
Condolences to the family of Mr.Rosenfeld, he was a great Instructor, and Friend of mine, for two years of my Education and always a good Friend.
My heart is deeply sadden to hear this news. My Prayers go out to You Mr.Rosenfeld, and yours.
Sincerely Your Student&Friend,
Daniel Cantu
August 3, 2011
Condolences to Mr. Rosenfeld's Family. I was a student of his for two years, his teachings and wisdom will certainly never go unused. He was a great Instructor, and Great Friend!.
My Prayers go out to you and yours Mr. Rosenfeld.
Thank you for the time,
Paula Marvin
August 3, 2011
My deepest sympathy go out to Mr. Rosenfeld's family. I worked with Mr. Rosenfeld as a union site rep. I always appreciated his kind and intelligent advice. He will be greatly missed. I have seen him throughout the years in other areas such as the work he was doing in regards to Duroville and other areas of need for our students. I have been deeply touched by his example.
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