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August 26, 2009
I just found out the tragic passing of Dr Rosenberg and his wife. I am extremely sadden by this news. My sincere condolences to both families. I know David From NYU when I was teaching in endo dept and he was dental student. I vividly remember that when he finished his endo training he told me that he was going to Florida for practice. He was one of the nicest people that I know, I do not forget his soft speaking and calm behavior. Endodontics community certainly lost one of his elite member. My pray and sympathy to David and Jean families.
June 25, 2009
These are a few letter written from the endodontic community around the world.
DAVID WILL SURELY BE MISSED
I write to express my sincere condolences at the loss of your good friend Dave Rosenberg.
I had the good fortune, indeed the the privilege of attending what was to be Dave’s last course held last February. I found Dave to be exactly as you so well described in your moving Tribute, which was passed to me by an endo colleague. In those three days I learnt more than on any previously attended course, several in the US, and several with some of the guru’s.
I kept in touch with Dave after I flew home – his last email said he would contact me again when he returned from his vacation, which sadly was not to happen.
No one, either professionally, or personally, has impressed me more than Dave, although I only spent a short time in his company. As you quite rightly said, I will treasure those three days for the rest of my career. Professionally, no one was better able, or more willing to teach. On a personal level , I miss him daily, and will continue to do so. At 54 years I am not that easily impressed, but both my wife and my staff have said that I have constantly quoted and talked about him since returning from Florida. The loss to the profession, and more importantly to both you and his two sons, is incalculable. As we would say in Ireland, he was a lovely, lovely man.
With deepest sympathy
Ken Heritage
Castlerea
Co. Roscommon,
IRELAND
A Tribute to My Friend, Dave Rosenberg
I first met Dave 15 years ago when he came to do some course work with us at PERF. He was an engaged and enthusiastic participant
in the course. I liked him immediately. Observing him in a learning environment where a lot of things were new and different, it became obvious he was a very disciplined clinician. Superficially he appeared somewhat stubborn, but it wasn't the typical resistance we encountered with people first exposed to a microscopic approach in endodontics. We were teaching a completely different way of doing endodontics and we were accustomed to people who were resistant to change. But Dave's resistance was different. Because he was a conceptual thinker, he had trouble doing things unless he understood the concept behind it. He needed to know the reasons why we did things one way and not some other way.
I recognized this almost immediately about him and spent time with him explaining the rationale behind everything we were teaching. As soon as he understood where we were going and why we were going there, he was fine, and he accepted the different way of working
enthusiastically. At the end of the course he came up and said he was grateful for everything he had learned there and asked if I would like to see some of his cases. Participants often did this and I always tried to be polite in commenting on their cases, even if they weren't very good.
But David's cases were different. Much different. They showed a special kind of integrity, a special kind of commitment, that you seldom see in endodontics today. I went home that night and told my wife that I had just met one of the finest endodontists I had ever seen.
And so began a special 15 year friendship across 3000 miles. They say that Dave had tremendous talent. That claim is often made to explain away why a certain person can perform at a level higher than anyone else. I never thought of Dave as having exceptional talent. He probably had more than some, less that others. I believe that he overcame a very pedestrian postgraduate education to become one of the best clinicians in the world by none other than force of will and by superior mental prowess. I believe that he thought more deeply, more profoundly, about what he was doing, and why he did it, than anyone I have ever known. The conceptual understanding that he developed about what we are trying to do as endodontists combined with a very unique resoluteness and determination and focus once he was in a case, enabled him to become one of the most accomplished endodontists in the world.
In the early years of our friendship I was tough on him. Tougher that I should have been; tougher than I needed to be, for sure. I had seen what fame and fortune had done to other great talents in our specialty and I was concerned that when it came his way, he might not live up to his potential. I needn't have worried. When he did achieve all the fame and adulation he rightly deserved, it didn't affect him one iota.Not in the slightest. He was always the same Dave. His humility was not the feigned and practiced humility of our typical guru's but a genuine humility, almost child-like in its purity and sincerity.
So he had this unbelievable combination of incredible clinical confidence in what he was doing that came from his conceptual understanding, allied with a complete lack of any hint of arrogance or hubris that typically is attached to an exceptionally competent clinician. David was completely without cant, orthodoxy, or dogma in his approach to endodontics and that openness to ideas allowed him to become the best teacher of endodontics I have ever seen. As a teacher, I do not believe anyone was in his league and one of the tragedies of this death is that his way of teaching is now lost forever. Those who did course work with him have a gift that they will treasure their entire career.
I do not believe his family had any conception of how well respected he was in the endodontic community or what an inspirational figure he was to so many of us. To them, he was just Dave. I met his brother Gary 5 years ago at a convention and I mentioned to him that Dave was widely considered one of the finest endodontists in the world, and he said "Dave? Really?" I don't think he knew. None of his family knew.
I have lost my best friend. It is a pain almost impossible to bear. Endodontics has lost one of its greatest clinicians and teachers. The specialty will go on, but it will never be the same. I shall miss him more than I can say.
gbc
Hi All; I've really appreciated the many thoughtful tributes to Dave. While sharing the sadness of his loss, there has been a voice in the back of my head, saying "don't be sad, be happy for all that he taught us and for the privilege and joy of knowing him." Just finished the first visit on this case, after a prior good result on #25, and I was amped up to produce another good result. Small silver point in a big, single canal, and it came out fairly easily with a single file after bypassing. Oops. The corroded apical 3mm was still there. More bypassing work and the "Dave braid." My optimism went downhill, and I didn't see the fragment come out. Dave was here and he took it with him when he left. He'll be back to visit each of us, many times over, as long as we need him. Bill Warren
June 20, 2009
A special prayer for Paul and Barbra..
Bob and Jackie Copp
Dan Greenstein
June 20, 2009
Dear Steven and Eddie,
We are here for you in this terrible tragedy. Your family and our family have been very close since you guys were born. And we have known your parents for 25+ years. David and Carly have grown up around you and your parents.We have shared many great times together from skiing to the Keys. We loved coming up to Vero and spending weekends at your lovely home and being part of the scene at "Club Dave". There are no words to describe how we feel at this time. Everyone is so saddened by this event, that two such great people are no longer here. But they will live in our hearts forever. We love you guys and will never forget Dave and Jean. They were our closest friends.
Dan, Laura, David and Carly Greenstein
LaBianca
June 20, 2009
the LaBianca family from thunderskate would like to say our prayers are with you. There are no words that can take the pain away but time does heal.
June 19, 2009
Eddie, Steven, and the Rosenberg family,
It was by chance that I learned of this tragedy. My wife Emelda happened to read it in the NY Times while we were traveling this week; we currently live in PA. I can say I have had the pleasure of Dave being my best friend between 1978 and 1980; we lived together for some of this time in CA. After losing track in our many moves we reconnected again 15 years later and have been in touch since. Dave's soul was full of life and truly lived it to the fullest; most of all he loved and was proud of his sons.
I will be sending you a personal letter in the near future. I hope to have the opportunity to share some of my treasured memories from those early years.
Heartfelt condolences from Marc Desrosiers and Emelda Valadez
Dan, Joan DeCambra
June 19, 2009
Dear Eddie and Steven,
We were so sorry to hear of this sad news here in Colorado. I know it has been a long time since you were our next door neighbors in Castaway Cove #6 and you, boys, played with our son Danny; although we have lost contact with you over the years we have thought of you often and the fond memories we cherish. No words could express how saddened we are for you, but know this that the values and love you have for each other that your parents have instilled in you will help get you through this. May God give you rest and peace and help you feel His loving arms around you.
Your friends, Dan, Joan, Danny, Alyssa, and Weston DeCambra
Donna Grzesiak
June 19, 2009
Eddie and Steven, You were so brave during the beautiful service yesterday. You are in my daily prayers and if Greg or I can help in any way, please do not hesitate to ask.
Donna Grzesiak
The Bennett's
June 19, 2009
Eddie and Steven,
We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers as you deal with this loss in your lives. Time will heal the wounds and replace them with the wonderful memories and moments you shared with your parents.
Steven, Regina, and Shawn Bennett
Robin Selzer
June 18, 2009
World Class professionals, world class parents....World Class individuals.
Jean & "Super-Dave", you made a large impact on this community and will be greatly missed.
June 18, 2009
I was so sorry to learn about David and his wife Jean's tragic
accident. Please know my thoughts are with all of you at this most difficult time. All my love Ellen Feinberg Nadel
June 18, 2009
Dear Eddie and Steven,
You were both such little boys when we, Miss Sandy and I touched your lives. You attended our school, Treasure Coast Montessori. You were the most important thing in your parents lives. Don't ever forget how much they loved you. They will always be near you in your heart and memories. Be strong, they would not want you to be sad. With Love to all of the family members.
Barbara Huff & Sandy Hamrick
Samantha Straussner
June 18, 2009
So sad to hear of this. Dr. Rosenberg and Jean opened the office as an emergency visit for me without question. My thoughts are with you and your family at such a difficult time.
Suzanne & Mickey Conway
June 18, 2009
We knew David as a terrific endodontist from his first days here in Vero Beach. He was always there to care for our patients, and we always had the utmost confidence and respect for him. A tender memory is from about 18 years ago...he invited us to lunch, he pulled out what appeared to be a "baby brag book", you know the one where you keep a dozen or so snapshots of the kids. Well, I was ready to admire the boys, but instead I saw completed endo procedures he had done! Of course, I know his best work was not the beautiful root canals, but the raising of a great family. They will be missed!
dede Pittman
June 18, 2009
What a lovely memorial service today for Dr. David and Jean Rosenberg.
Dr. Rosenberg was the best endodontist I ever encountered (I have had a few). He took hours to repair and redo botched root canals done in my past and because he sedated me, I never felt a thing....just heard him say"time to wake up".....
He took the dread out of the word "root canal".
What a loss he and his wife are to us all in Vero Beach.
Gayle Goodman
June 18, 2009
The shattering news of the deaths of my cousin David and his wife Jean is so saddening, and now changes many lives. Time will soften this blow, as will seeing the spirits of David and Jean instilled in their sons, Eddie and Steven, as they grow and mature wrapped and protected in love that was always meant to last forever. With shared sorrow at this moment, I wish for comfort of some kind for us all.
Bob & Pat Konigsberg
June 18, 2009
Although we only met Eddie & Steven after this terrible tragedy, we are so incredibly sad for their loss. Our extreme sadness for a family we barely knew can only be explained by their bravery, maturity, strength and love for each other and their parents that we observed during our short time together. Even though we did not know Jean and David, from this tragedy we know how strong their family was and the love and incredible upbringing that Eddie & Steven received from them. Our thoughts and prayers are with Eddie, Steven and all their family and friends during this sad time.
VIRGINIA CUMMINGS
June 17, 2009
WE WERE SADDENED TO LEARN OF THE THE DEATH OF THIS FINE DENTIST- WE WERE IN VERO BEACH ON VACATION AND A FRIEND SUGGESTED I CALL DAVID AS I HAD A BAD TOOTH ACHE-HE SAW ME RIGHT AWAY AND PERFORMED THE TREATMENT WHICH ELEVIATED ALL MY PAIN-WHAT A SPECIAL PERSON !!! DR.& MRS.HARLAN G.CUMMINGS
Tom & Mary Harmer
June 17, 2009
Eddie and Steven,
Words cannot express the grief that a lot of people are feeling at the loss of your parents. While there is no way that we can replace them, know that your hockey "family" is here for you and will do anything we can to help you through these tough times.
June 17, 2009
We will miss Jean and David so much. I feel so very blessed
to have known them in life! Our love and prayers go out to
Eddie and Steven, and all the family.
Dale, Brenda, and Jordan Jakubowski
June 17, 2009
My condolences go out to the Rosenberg family. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Dr. Jacqueline S. Allen
June 17, 2009
Eddie and Steven we are saddened to her about your Mom and Dad. They were such kind people. If you need anything please call us.
Dave,Debbie, Krysta and Jeremy Crockett
June 17, 2009
This is such a tragic loss of a wonderful couple. Our deepest sympathy goes to your family at this difficult time.
Paula and Matt Sage
June 17, 2009
We wish all members of both Jean and David's families our deepest sympathy in their loss. As a childhood neighbor and classmate I knew David. Although time has passed,those days with Claude, Darryl, Robert, and David's brother Gary will always be remembered. Impressions are made at a young age and stay with you forever.
Regards,
Paula and Matt Sage
Steve Ross
June 17, 2009
Know the Rosenbergs since I was a kid - my prayers go out to all. Steve Ross (Skate)
Audra Meeks
June 17, 2009
May the love of family and friends carry you through this time of grief. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Dr. Rosenberg and Jean, you will be greatly missed.
Dr. & Mrs. Joseph Cwikla, Dalana & Michelle Cwikla
June 17, 2009
We were saddened to learn of Dr. Rosenberg and his wife's death. Our sympathy to their loved ones. May you find comfort in your memories.
terri panariello
June 17, 2009
To the family members of David and Jean, Eddie and Steven, Anthony and I am deeply sorry for your loss. I did not know them very well as we met at State Wars in Ohio when we played there. I only met them at the rink, but to me they were wonderfuland caring people to others in their surroundings. They were down to earth people and I am sure that they will be greatly missed. Once again, our family sends out deepest sorrow to the family of the Rosenbergs.
Heather Kraft
June 17, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with your families through this tragic lost. Dr. Rosenberg and Jean you will greatly missed on a daily basis...
Phyllis Goodman
June 17, 2009
My dear cousin David and his wife Jean have provided their sons Stephen and Eddie with the tools for life: Love and family. What role models they were. With their parents' example to lead them, Stephen and Eddie will soar. May David and Jean's memories be for a blessing.
Tom & Patty Buchenberger
June 16, 2009
Our deepest sympathy to all of David's and Jean's families, especially Edward and Stephen.
May God provide comfort and healing.
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