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1919
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2013
Herman Rosen Obituary
Born in New York City on April 29, 1919, Hank attended CCNY and the University of Missouri School of Journalism. When the war broke out he enrolled in the United States Merchant Marine Academy in Kings Port, NY, graduating in 1944. Hank served as a cadet midshipman and ship's officer during the war, transporting supplies to Allied Forces in Europe. His book, Gallant Ship, Brave Men, tells the story of one voyage which ended when the ship was torpedoed and he and other crew were adrift in a lifeboat for thirty days.
Hank had a 35 year career in fundraising and public relations for Jewish non-profit organizations in New York and Washington, D.C. In 1963 he earned an MA in Sociology at NYU.
In retirement, Hank was active in the local Democratic Club and served on the RB Library Board. He enjoyed watercolor painting, walking, reading, friends and family.
A loving and devoted husband, father and grandfather, he is survived by sons, Dan (Nancie) and Fred; daughter, Marji; and grandchildren, Zoe, Justice and Bodhi.
His family and many friends will miss his caring nature, intellect, kindness, and good humor.
Inurnment will be at Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery.
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irwin lee
April 27, 2013
he led a life to be proud of ..to the very end ..he will be remebered and missed by those who were fortunate enough to know him
irwin lee
April 27, 2013
he led a life to be proud of ..to the very end .. a man you were lucky to have known ..who will be remembered and missed
Paul Heeter
April 25, 2013
I really only knew Hank from his neighborly daily walks past our house in Rancho Bernardo. He always stopped to chat. He was one of the friendliest neighbors I have had the pleasure of knowing. I was delighted when he signed a copy of his book, Gallant Ship, Brave Men, for me. I was fortunate enough to be able to see the medal he received from the Russian government. He will be missed by my wife and me, but not forgotten.
Shirley & Norman Cooper
April 25, 2013
It is with great sadness we learned of the death of Hank. He was a dear sweet man and a wonderful caring husband to his wife Susan. We had the privlege of knowing Hank for over 23 years. Our deepest condolences to Fred and Dan and Marji and the entire
family.
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