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Lon Rubin Obituary

Lon Bruce Rubin, 75, of Rancho Mirage, CA passed away peacefully at home on October 15, 2008 of Parkinson's Disease. He was born April 23, 1933, to William and Rhoda Rubin in Pennsylvania. He married Barbara Hankin in June 1954 in Baltimore, MD. He was a First Lieutenant in the U.S. Air Force. He graduated with Honors from George Washington University Law School. He was a Real Estate Developer for 40 years. He is survived by his loving partner of 20 years, Rod Edmondson of Rancho Mirage, CA; his daughters, Wendy Rubin-Fitzgerald, Lisa G. Rubin-Dvorkin and his son, William Rubin, all of Baltimore, MD; his sister, Eileen Glick of Norfolk, VA; his brother, Frank Rubin of Lighthouse Pt., FL; and 6 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents. He will be dearly missed by all who knew him. Memorial service will be at 1:00 p.m., Thursday, October 23, 2008 at Temple Isaiah, 332 W. Alejo Rd., Palm Springs, CA. The family suggests donations be made to Desert Aids Project or to Parkinson's Disease Resource Center.

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Published by The Desert Sun on Oct. 21, 2008.

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Robert Resetar

October 22, 2008

Rodney:

You are in our thoughts and prayers. Be strong and remember the great times.

All our best,
Bob and Scott

Robert Ayanian

October 22, 2008

Hi Rodney,
I was saddened to hear the news of your loss. Lon was always the kindest person to me. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Robert

Bettie Hedlund

October 21, 2008

Rod - I was so saddened to read of Lon's passing. He was a wonderful man and a true love to you. May your heavy heart get lighter as days go by. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.

Danielle Berne

October 21, 2008

Rod, my warmest thoughts and sympathy surround you and our dearly departed; he is now at peace. You have been a wonderful and loving supporter over so many years .
Remember the good times and that Lon's soul is still with you. With warm greetings
Danielle Berne

Patrick Davis

October 20, 2008

Rodney my thoughts and prayers are with you and Lon's family during this time. You have my deepest heartfelt sympathies and wishes!
Love,

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