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Robert Rothstein Obituary
August 21, 1914 - December 9, 2015
Cary
Bob Rothstein, 101, of Cary, NC, died peacefully on Wednesday, December 9, 2015.
Bob was born on August 21, 1914 in Chicago, IL, the youngest child of the late Henry and Leah Rothstein. He and his brothers co-owned the Lighthouse Restaurant in Flint, MI, and later they founded NC based Southeastern Radio Supply, which became Southeastern Electronics, and Southeastern Sight & Sound. He was a World War II veteran. He was a past president of both Temple Beth Or and Beth Meyer Synagogue, and also a member of Chabad of Cary, B'nai B'rith, the Masonic Lodge, Scottish Rite, and the Rotary Club of Cary.
Most of all, Bob loved people and he loved his family. He was devoted to his wife, Marion, of nearly 65 years, who precedes him in death. He was extremely close to his two brothers, Al and Phil, and his two sisters, Ruth and Sari, who also precede him in death. Robert Rothstein was an avid Wolfpack fan attending basketball games for over 65 years.
He is survived by his four children and their spouses, Betina and Barry Weinstein of Cary, Howard and Nettie Rothstein of Dunwoody, GA, Phyllis and Stuart Schwartz of Palmerston North, New Zealand, and Lee and Gail Rothstein of Raleigh; seven grandchildren and spouses, Sarah Ellen and Jonathan Levine of Birmingham, AL, Henry Weinstein of Cary, George Weinstein and Lesley Looper of Morrisville, Julie Schwartz of Waltham, MA, Philip and Heather Weinstein of Apex, David Schwartz of Palmerston North, New Zealand, and Sara Rothstein of Raleigh; and five great grandchildren, Rose Levine, Tess Levine, Micah Levine, Talia Weinstein, and Evan Weinstein. He was proud to be the patriarch of a large family.
Graveside services will take place at 2 o'clock on Sunday, December, 13, at the Raleigh Hebrew Cemetery,450 N. State Street, Raleigh, with Rabbi Yisroel Cotlar officiating. Shiva Minyanim will take place at the Rothstein home, beginning on Sunday, December 13 and continuing through Thursday, December 17 at 7:30 pm each evening. Friends and family will be welcome to visit at the home, 209 Kelso Ct., Cary, on Saturday, December 12 from 2 pm to 5 pm. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Chabad of Cary, the Rothstein Endowment Fund at Beth Meyer Synagogue, or to a charity of your choosing.
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DENA AND JIM POLLACK
December 14, 2015
Dear Tina, Howard, Phyllis and Lee, SO sorry to learn of dad's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your families.
DENA EDELSTEIN POLLACK
December 14, 2015
In my youth Bob and Marion were a big part of our family. Phyllis and I were very good friends. He will be sorely missed by anyone who was lucky to have known him. Phyllis, I'm so sorry for your loss.
Susan Goodwin
December 14, 2015
We loved Uncle Bob! He was the patriarch of our family and a wedding wouldn't be complete without Uncle Bob giving a toast! We'll miss him.
GAIL HABER
December 14, 2015
SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT BOB'S PASSING. YOUR PARENTS AND OURS WERE VERY DEAR FRIENDS, AND WE HVE JOYFUL MEMORIES OF THE TIMES OUR FAMILIES SPENT TOGETHER. THIS MARKS THE END OF A MARVELOUS ERA.
OUR HEARTFELT CONDOLENCES TO ALL OF YOU.
LOVE, GAIL AND ARTHUR HABER
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Kaycey Helmold
December 13, 2015
Bob always said family comes first and life is what you make of it! He lived his long life well! My Condolences to the family.
Linda Shaver
December 11, 2015
Very sorry to hear of the loss of Mr Bob's.
I worked at Southeastern Electronic/Sight & Sound for 18 year. He was a great boss & I had the greatest respect.
My prayer go out to all his family. May you find comfort in his memory.
Natalie Sommerville
December 11, 2015
As a long-time friend and colleague of Lesley, I enjoyed hearing stories about Mr. Rothstein and was sad to hear of his passing. My thoughts and prayers are with all of his family.
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