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Sheldon Rosenstein Obituary

Sheldon William Rosenstein, DDS, MS, age 96, was an internationally distinguished orthodontist, cleft lip and palate authority, widely published author, respected educator and worldwide lecturer for over 50 years. Longstanding faculty member of Northwestern University and Lurie Children's Memorial Hospital, University of Illinois, and St. Louis University. Sheldon served honorably in U.S. Navy during WWII as a Dental Officer and was a member of North Suburban Synagogue Beth El for over 60 years. He was the beloved husband for 68 years of Regina Rosenstein, nee Gibbs; loving father of Dr, Byron (Dr. debra) Rosenstein, Dr. Donald (Mary) Rosenstein, and Dr. Robyn (Dr. Kurt) Silberstein; adored grandfather of Dr. Samuel, Joshua, Jacob, and Emma Rosenstein and Anna, Jonathan, and Micah Silberstein; devoted son of the late Simon B. and the late Mary Rosenstein; cherished brother of the late Leonard (Elaine) Rosenstein and the late Blanche Bronstein; dear brother-in-law of Adrianne (late Henry) Mautner, Nan (late William) Harris, and Bruce (Angel) Gibbs; treasured uncle and friend to many. Service Thursday, December 21st, 2:00 p.m. CT at Westlawn Cemetery Chapel, 7801 W. Montrose Ave., Norridge. Interment to immediately follow. The service will be livestreamed and recorded on Sheldon's webpage at www.goldmanfuneralgroup.com. In lieu of flowers, contribution would be appreciated to JUF Uptown Café, 909 W. Wilson Avenue, Chicago, IL 60640 www.juf.org/tov/uptown-cafe.aspx. Info: The Goldman Funeral Group (847) 478-1600.

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Dec. 22, 2023.

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Bea Friedman

December 27, 2023

I was so happy that our dentist, Dr. Harry Shanoff, recommended Dr. Rosenstein for my two children. He was an excellent orthodontist. Our condolences. May his memory be for a blessing.

Regina Rosenstein

December 25, 2023

I love you, I miss you

Cheryl Waldstein

December 23, 2023

To Gina and all of your beautiful family, We extend our deepest sympathies over the passing of your handsome and wonderful Shelly. May his memory be for a blessing. What a life well lived and so much to be admired. Love, Cheryl (Rosenstein) Waldstein, Peter and all our family

Jacqueline G. Rosen

December 22, 2023

Dr. Rosenstein was a man of great passion for life, wisdom, and immense kindness. He was a true pioneer in his field of orthodontics and enjoyed sharing his knowledge with his residents. This world has lost a great one.

Dr J Delneky

December 22, 2023

Sending my sincere condolences to family and friends. Wonderful memories of my dear friend, Dr R.
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