Hannah Barenbaum Obituary

Hannah Hecht Barenbaum 63 years old, died, surrounded by her family, after a courageous battle with cancer, on June 12, 2011. She was the beloved wife of Rabbi Michael Barenbaum for 42 years; mother of Naomi and Robert Leonard and Daniel and Michelle Barenbaum; grandmother of Sadie and Simon Leonard and Emma, Samuel, and Henry Barenbaum; sister-in-life of Rhona and Harvey Weinstein; beloved cousin and friend; and daughter of the late Benno and Hedy Hecht. Hannah was raised in Montreal, Quebec, Canada-a place that continued to define her; lived for several years with her husband and children in and around Boston, Massachusetts; and settled in Tiburon, California 35 years ago. While Hannah was active in the Marin Jewish Community and had a thriving psychotherapy practice, she was defined first and foremost by her love for, and dedication to, her family. She was a true partner to Michael, and nothing gave her greater pleasure than being surrounded by her children and grandchildren, who will miss her warmth and presence greatly. A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, June 15th, at 12 noon at Congregation Rodef Sholom, 170 North San Pedro Road, San Rafael, CA. Donations can be made in Hannah's memory to Congregation Rodef Sholom as well as the John Chan Ovarian Cancer Research Fund (care of UCSF Medical Center at Mount Zion, 1600 Divisadero Street, San Francisco, CA 94115) and Dr. Charles Levenback's Gynecological Oncology Research Fund (care of MD Anderson Cancer Center, Mays Clinic, 1220 Holcombe Boulevard, Houston, TX 77030), both of which support the work of the doctors and teams who provided such compassionate comfort and care to Hannah. Service entrusted to Mt Tamalpais Mortuary, San Rafael. (415) 459-2500.

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Published by San Francisco Chronicle from Jun. 13 to Jun. 14, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for Hannah Barenbaum

13 Entries

Molli Nagel

July 14, 2011

Rabbi Barenbaum and family,

We are so sorry to hear about your beloved Hannah. I always admired the obvious love and strong bond you shared. We hope the beautiful memories you shared bring you peace. You are in our thoughts and prayers. We are so sorry for your unimaginable loss.

Love, Molli and Jim Nagel, and Isak Zaidlin

June 26, 2011

My deepest sympathy to all the family in what I know is a most difficult time.
Bunny Kehl Cobb

Frances & Leslie Jacobs

June 18, 2011

Our sincere condolences. Our thoughts are with you.

Donna Issenman-Grostern

June 16, 2011

I have not seen Hannah since she left Montreal and we were school friends, however I was so saddened to learn from the Gazette this morning that she had passed away. I remember a bright beautiful vivacious girl with long black hair and dark eyes. I have many fond memories of her but never knew her as a married woman or mother. I am so proud of all her accomplishments.
Please accept my sincere condolences and may you find some comfort knowing how she touched so many lives, even as a young girl.

Pat M

June 15, 2011

Hannah was my therapist for many years, first for myself alone, and then as part of a couple. I loved her like family, because that's how she made me feel - cared for, respected, and challenged to be authentic and responsible. She helped me immensely. I must say I was surprised to see how young she was. To me she seemed wise beyond years. And I don't think I ever properly or sufficiently thanked her.

Mel and Marilyn Blaustein

June 15, 2011

Our daughter's Hebrew name is Hannah, chosen because of our love and great respect for Hannah 23 years ago. Many wonderful memories of working with her and knowing her are flooding us as we write. She was the most dedicated Rabbi's wife and at the same time completely her own person.

Working with her several years, referring patients who always glowed when describing their experience and therapy with her, personal exchanges we will forever treasure...these are all included in our gifts from Hannah. Michael and family..please know we mourn with you and will miss and speak of her often. Saddened more because we only learned of her passing today and missed our chance to attend services for her. All of our love to you all, Mel and Marilyn Blaustein

Cecilia Thomas

June 15, 2011

I am so saddened by your loss. Hannah was a lovely and loving woman. I will miss her very much, I know you will miss her more. Please accept my sincere condolence for your loss.

June 15, 2011

We were saddened to read of Hannah's passing. She was always such a warm and pleasant person - she will be missed. Our condolences to you and your family. Zena and Leon Fush

Dori and Jay Smalridge

June 14, 2011

Please accept our condolences for your loss

judy stern

June 14, 2011

Dan & I are sad to learn about Hannah's passing. I always welcomed seeing her smiling face that was so warm and inviting. She will be missed and our thoughts and sympathies are with you and your family.

Berman DeValerio

June 14, 2011

Please accept our deepest condolences for your loss.

Elaine Levy Marlow

June 13, 2011

Hannah was and will remain a woman of valor and grace. She was dignified, patient, kind, gentle and loving with a keen mind and an open heart.

Her memory will live on in the lives of all who knew her and especially in Michael, Naomi, Daniel, their spouses and the grandchildren she loved so dearly. May she rest in peace and her family be comforted in their grief and loss.

Elaine Levy Marlow and family

Mount Tamalpais Mortuary Cemetery-Mausoleum-Cremation

June 13, 2011

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

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