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Mortimer Rothenberg Obituary

Mortimer Abraham Rothenberg 1920 ~ 2008 Mortimer Abraham Rothenberg died July 12, 2008. Mort is remembered for his loving devotion to Adele, his wife of 56 years, their four children and five grandchildren. He was a scientist and a scholar, a teller of amazing true stories, a lover of operatic and symphonic music.Born in New York City, Mort graduated from Tilden High School, the University of Louisville and NYU. He received his PhD in Biochemistry from Columbia University in 1949. Mort was married to Adele Rubinstein from 1944 until her passing in 2000. Mort and Adele had four children: Betty, Alan, Robert and Laura. Mort came to Utah in 1951 to conduct research for the U.S. Army and served as the Scientific Director of Dugway Proving Ground until his retirement in 1981. He received numerous awards and honors including the U.S. Army Decoration for Exceptional Service. After retirement Mort worked actively on projects for Congregation Kol Ami. In addition to his four children, he is survived by Alan's wife Cheryl and their daughters, Rachel and Andrea, Robert's wife, Debra and their daughter, Shauna and sons Austin and Sheldon, and Laura's husband, John. Funeral Service is Tues., July 15 at 1:00 p.m. at Montefiore Cemetery. Donations may be made in Mort's memory to NARFE, the Simon Wiesenthal Center or the Alzheimer's Association. Funeral Director Evans and Early Mortuary.

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Published by The Salt Lake Tribune on Jul. 15, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Mortimer Rothenberg

18 Entries

Denise Bale

July 28, 2008

Dear Rothenberg Family,

I am grateful that Mort touched my life. Conversation with the Master Storyteller was always uplifting, thought provoking and very fun. His broad smile, twinkling eyes and hand gestures punctuated his points and captivated his audience. I hope that your wonderful memories of him will comfort you.

Denise Bale (former Salt Lake resident)

Joan Rothenberg

July 24, 2008

Dear Rothenberg Cousins,

Mort was precious to me and he helped pave the way to finding all of you. Because of the person he was, he added immeasurably to my life, despite the fact that our visits and correspondences were few. He was so fine. From our first contact to our last, he was gracious, warm, generous and loving. I am immeasurably richer for having known him. Words just don’t even begin to suffice. He lives on in me, right next to my Dad, his cousin, Murray Rothenberg.

Love,
Joan Rothenberg

Melissa Lee

July 22, 2008

I met Mort in 2000 at the Alzheimers Association. His wife, Adele, had just passed away and he was looking for help with his taxes. Mort often brought in his famous roses for the office staff to enjoy; he was so proud of his roses and would tell us about how he mixed together a special combination of ingredients to make them grow large & beautiful. Mort was a very dear man and he will be missed greatly.

Mary Hoy

July 21, 2008

Bob and Family,

So sorry to hear of your father's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Gary and Mary Hoy

Lucy Long

July 17, 2008

My most sincere condolences to all. Even though I met him only a few times while working at the Test and Evaluation Command, Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD - he was a man of great knowledge and passion. He will be sorely missed by all.

Leslie Rogers Garff

July 17, 2008

Dear Betty:
I was so sorry to read about your father's passing. His obituary was beautiful and so insightful. What an outstanding man.
It was good to connect with you a few years ago. God bless.

Diane Smith

July 17, 2008

I'm sorry to hear of his passing. I know these words can not remove the sorrow of the family, but know he is in a better place now.

Sean Saunders

July 16, 2008

Bob and Family, on behalf of Richard Saunders and family we would like to express our deepest sympathies and prayers for your loss.

July 16, 2008

To the Rothenberg Family,

I knew and worked with Bob many years ago.

I am sure that Mr. Rothenberg will be sorely missed.

My prayers go out to you all.

Gerald R. Harmon
QASAS
HQ, US Army Joint Munitions Command
Rock Island, IL

Howard Slavin

July 16, 2008

So sorry to hear of Uncle Mort's passing. He always treated me with kindness and I'm sorry that I didn't know him better. Our best wishes and sympathies to our Rothenberg cousins.

Howard, Rhea and Jono Slavin

John Gray

July 16, 2008

To the Rothenberg Family,

I have worked with Bob for many years and know your Dad will be missed by all of you. I just lost my Dad on 27 May, so know exactly what you all are facing today.

My thoughts and prayers go out to you all and your families.

John W. Gray
QASAS
HQ, 7A
Heidelberg, Germany

Marcy, Peter & Valerie Rothenberg

July 15, 2008

We're so glad that Betty lured Mort out to L.A., especially for that wonderful picnic and concert at the Hollywood Bowl. We may not have had many opportunities to visit with him -- since it wasn't until just a few years ago that he "discovered" Betty's cousin Peter living a few miles away from her -- but those few opportunities gave us great pleasure and great insight into the spirit of a terrific man. Hugs and love to all of you --

Edythe Mintz

July 15, 2008

Dear Ones:
My dear cousin Mort's passing has indeed saddened me. His warmth and colorful personality and delightful reminiscenses will always be a treasure when I think of him - a bond that goes way back. You are all very fortunate to have been blessed with such an extraordinary father.
Please acccept our deepest and sincerest sympathy.
With love,
Cousins Edythe and Susan Mintz

Melvin Ludlow

July 15, 2008

Dear Rothenberg Family:
Do except our deepest sympathy in the loss of your father. He was a great friend and my first boss when he arrived at Dugway. We would be to the services if Alice wasn't in the hospital and I am nursing a broken leg.
Find comfort in the many pleasant memories both he and your mother blessed you with.
Lovingly, Mel and Alice Ludlow

Tovah Silverman

July 15, 2008

Mort was a person of extraordinary talent. I will always cherish the conversations we had, the stories he recounted of such incredible academic and personal achievement. But what I will remember most is his kindness, compassion, and generosity. Mort’s belief in bringing seemingly impossible dreams to reality, his encouragement of curiosity, and above all, his capacity to give so much love was his greatest gift. He will be deeply missed.

Brenda Silverman

July 15, 2008

Mort was a master of many things, and none so precious as the love and nurturing that he so generously gifted our hearts. Forever the scientist, his stories engaged us with the journeys of his inquisitive mind. We love him and thank his family for sharing him with us.

Mike and Alicia Lynch

July 15, 2008

We love you Uncle Mort. You will be deeply missed.

Mike and Alicia

Elaine Miller

July 15, 2008

Joel and I will truly miss Mort. He was a wonderful friend full of wit and intellect and most importantly caring about others. His passing leaves a void in our lives.

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