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Joshua Rubinstein Obituary
Dr. Joshua B Rubinstein of Richmond, VA, passed away on September 2, 2024, surrounded by his loving family.
Josh was born on May 31, 1975. He is survived by his wife, Dr. Beth Kessler Rubinstein of 21 years; his beautiful and loving daughters, Allison Macie "Ally" and Samantha Brooke "Sammi" Rubinstein; his parents, Ronald and Phyllis Rubinstein; his brother, Justin Rubinstein (Esther Patten); his niece, Sullivan Rubinstein; his in-laws, Neil and Lynn Kessler; his sister and brother-in-law, Karen and Brian Gerring; and his nieces, Carly and Ellie Gerring, who all provided much needed physical and emotional support during Josh's illness.
Josh attended the University of Virginia and Virginia Commonwealth University School of Dentistry. He was a leader in his community, serving on the executive boards for The Leukemia And Lymphoma Society (LLS), the Jewish Community Federation of Richmond, and Phi Kappa Psi Fraternity. In 2015, Josh was recognized for his fundraising efforts for the LLS as "Man of the Year."
Funeral services will be held at Bliley's Funeral Home, 3801 Augusta Avenue, Richmond, VA, 23230 on Thursday, September 5, 2024 at 12 p.m., and livestreamed. Following the service, interment will be held at Greenwood Memorial Gardens.
In lieu of flowers, we request that donations be made to the VCU Massey Cancer Center, LLS.org, or a charity of your choosing.
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Michael Green
September 11, 2024
I would like to extend my sympathy for your loss.
Jason Rosenberg
September 8, 2024
I can't remember what I ate for dinner last night but I have absolutely instant recall of Josh's childhood phone number on Green Mount Road. I must have called it a thousand times during elementary school. Josh was my first best friend and protector. He was there with me on the first day of kindergarten and for years after. We had some sort of pre- or post- school daycare of sorts we would walk to, I don't exactly remember what it was, but what I DO remember is that I never bothered to learn how to get there because Josh would always make sure I found the place. We were on the same soccer team for about 15 minutes before he moved up to the travel team full of actual athletes. We went to Camp Seagull together. He had to watch out for me there too because not only did I weigh about 70lbs and stand about 4'4" (see photo) I couldn't pass even the entry level Sunfish Skipper test, which held up our entire cabin from getting our White Feather. I'm sure Josh saved me from a beat down. I lasted only one year; Josh of course went on to run the whole program and sail the world. At one of our many sleepovers at his house he and Justin had a wrestling match that made me laugh so hard I threw up and had to go home. You'd be amazed at how often I've thought about over the last 40 years. We played legendary games of capture the flag and rode BMX bikes on dirt trails back when the woods in our neighborhood stretched to Charlottesville (at least they seemed to).
It's to my everlasting regret that we lost touch after high school. Josh was an incredible person and the world is worse for his absence. My heart goes out to Beth, his children and his whole family. May his memory be for a blessing. Love, Jason Rosenberg
Nick Faraone
September 4, 2024
So sorry to hear of Josh's passing. If only everyone contributed to the betterment of society like Josh, all of our lives would be greatly enhanced. He was a natural leader, driven by his passion and a wonderful exemplar to everyone who knew him.
Joyce and Nathan Elkin
September 4, 2024
Sending strength and love to you all...Josh, a very special kind soul, terrific dentist...May all his BEAUTIFUL memories help to sustain you all and bring you peace...Joyce and Nathan Elkin
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