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Max Fine Obituary
Max Fine, 61, of Kingston, died early Saturday morning, June 18, 2011, in Hershey Medical Center, Hershey. Born in Wilkes-Barre, he was a son of the late Maynard and Helen Dymond Finkelstein and was a graduate of Wyoming Valley West High School and King's College. Max was a teacher at Red Rock Job Corps, Lopez, and substitute taught for many local school districts. He was a member of Temple Israel Synagogue and other civic and religious organizations. As an avid Beatles Fan, Max would often say to his family and friends, "All You Need is Love" and "Give Peace a Chance." Max will be missed by his beloved wife, the former Saundra Goldstein; sons, Jeffrey Fine and his wife, Amber, Harrisburg, and Michael Fine, Philadelphia; brothers, Jay Finkelstein, Kingston, and Mark Finkelstein, Kingston; sister, Judith Finkelstein, Clarks Summit; as well as nieces and nephews. Funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. Monday at the Rosenberg Funeral Chapel Inc., 348 S. River St., Wilkes-Barre, with Rabbi Larry Kaplan and Cantor Ahron Abraham officiating. Interment will follow in Temple Israel Cemetery, Swoyersville. Shiva will be observed at 100 N. Dawes Ave., Kingston, from 7 to 9 p.m. Monday, from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday, and from 2 to 4 p.m. Friday. Memorial contributions, if desired, may be made to the Muscular Dystrophy Association or Temple Israel. Condolences may be emailed by visiting Max's obituary at www.rosenbergfuneralchapel.com .
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Memories and Condolences
for Max Fine
June 25, 2011
sandi, i just found out about your husband. i'm so sorry for your loss. having lost my husband 3 years ago this July 24, I know exactly what you're going through. it's very traumatic losing your friend and partner, but you will get through it. one day at a time...
Steve Moskow
June 22, 2011
Sandy and Family,
I am sorry about Max. He will be sadly missed. I remember growing up he wpould tell me to listen to my brothers, and I always considered him like third brother. I do remember he had a goose that chased allan down the street. I never seen him laugh so hard. I am sorry that my son Farrell never met him. I was 5 years old when i left Wilkes Barre, and last time we were there was when his mom passed away.Lois was sorry she didn' know him that long. I also remember him at our house all the time on Dawes Avenue. I also faintly remember his mom and dad. His dad use to play cards on friday night with my dad, and his mom use to go out with mine. I will sadly miss him myself, I feel like i lost a brother. If you need anything please call Lois or I. You can also call us any time to talk. 856-810-3923. our Deepest Sympathy, Lois, Farrell and Steve Moskow.
Steve Moskow
June 22, 2011
Sandi and Family,
I am sorry to hear about Max. He will be sadly missed. I remember growing up his laugh
and he always said listen to your brothers. the best thing i remembered that made him laugh is when the goose he had chased Allan down the street. I never seen Max laugh so much. Since i was so young he treated me like my brother. I considered him like my third brother when I was growing up. If there is anything you need let Lois or i know. Lois liked him but didn't know him very long. Last time we came down was when his mother passed away. He will be sadly be missed by Lois and i, I wish Maxi could have known my son Farrell. Love, Steve, Lois and FarrelMoskow. Phone us any time you want to talk. 856-810-3923. I do remember faintly growing up Maxi's mom and Dad. I was 5 years old when i left Wilkes-Barre.
Susan Lewis
June 21, 2011
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Kristen Lemoncelli
June 21, 2011
Mark,
I would like to send my condolences to you and your family in your time of loss.
Jerry Naticchi
June 20, 2011
Mark,
I am sorry to hear about your brother Max, and offer my condolences. I surly will remember Max in prayer. I am leaving town until Wedneday. I will see you when you return to work.
Bob Perks
June 20, 2011
I am deeply sorry for your loss. Max was a great guy and friend in my early childhood. We'd sing together. Went to WVW 68 and lost touch through the years. My son Keith had the honor of meeting Max...I hold the regret of not calling him every time I said I would/should. Regret weighs tons. He was well loved and will be missed.
Pastor Quinn
June 19, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in your time of loss. I really enjoyed our being neighbors. I was glad that I was able to visit with him when he was in the hospitl but not recently because of the new laws about looking up patiens names.
Les Hockman
June 19, 2011
Sandi, am so sorry to hear about Max. What a warrior he was to deal with this for so long. And you have been so strong for him over the years, most people could not have done it. Haven't seen you guys for many years, but you are often in my thoughts. Every now and then something in a conversation will go back to the times he and Doug and I were trying to make music, or something from CEO like the sock story. Max was one of those rare guys that you just naturally like. We will all be sad that he is gone, but happy that we were able to know him.
Colleen DiRisio
June 19, 2011
Sandi and family: I am so sorry for your loss. I know it's been a long road for Max and you and the last few weeks have been very difficult. Hope all the wonderful memories you shared will help you at this very difficult time. Please know you are in our thoughts and I will always remember laughing with Max about the pool he wanted in the basement and other funny talks when he called the office and Sandi was away from her desk. Such a wonderful guy. I am in Wisconsin but hope to come by after I get back on Tuesday.
June 19, 2011
max, i've known you almost my entire life. we've had many great experiences and good times-most of which you remembered better than me. only a very few people in ones' lifetime make a difference. i have to say you are one of those few. even with the issues you had, you genuinely cared about issues i had. so weak, yet so strong- you didn't deserve what you went through. i'll remember you as a true friend-i know you're in a better place.-probably playing day tripper on your guitar with an audience of john and george. i totally miss you.
mark
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