"On this first Mothers Day without you, I love you more than ever, and miss you so much Mom."
In loving memory of
Pauline Rosen Greenbaum
July 2, 1919 - February 11, 2014
Pauline Rosen Greenbaum, 94-years-old, passed away on Tuesday, February 11, 2014, at her residence at Stratford Court, in Boca Raton, Florida. Pauline was born on July 2, 1919 in Brooklyn, New York to Bertha and Isadore Bader. The youngest of 2 children, she was predeceased by her brother Hy who resided in Queens, New York. She put up a valiant fight with lung cancer, followed by bone cancer.
Known for her ease in conversation, even with total strangers, she possessed a contagious smile and an entertaining sense of humor. Throughout her life she maintained a sweet and simple demeanor that won the trust and hearts of many. With a real zest for life, Pauline loved to dance, read, and travel the world. A passion for music led her to study and play the piano. One summer, Pauline's talent music brought her to The Chautauqua Institute, where she attended recitals, concerts and studied the great composers.
Learning and education were important to Pauline, and she spent several weeks a year attending Senior Summer Schools throughout the United States. She was especially impressed with one series of classes which included speaking to chimps in sign language, with the famed Jane Goodall.
After graduating from Erasmus High School in Brooklyn, she married her sweetheart, Robert Rosen, and then worked for The Swank Company in the Empire State Building. Pauline and Bob raised their 2 dear children, Richard and Wendi, and the family resided in Hewlett, New York. After the couple's retirement, they moved to Hallandale, Florida, where Pauline became a member of the Parker Plaza Board of Directors. Naturally, she led the entertainment committee.
In 1982, her longtime husband Bob passed on of complications from heart disease.
She eventually met and married Murray Greenbaum, also a member of the Parker Plaza Board. He passed away 5 years afterwards.
Pauline's immediate surviving family members include:
Her son Richard Rosen and his wife Lynne Logan.
Daughter Wendi Morris, who recently lost her beloved husband Herb to cancer.
Grandmother to Danielle, Robert, Peter and Ryan.
Great grandmother to Jamie, Maxwell and Blake.
Extended family includes many beloved cousins, nieces and nephews.
Pauline's consistent demeanor of compassion, kindness to all, and depth of wisdom were a role model to everyone who knew her. Her gentle spirit and loving ways will be missed by all, but will forever be held in our hearts.
Tributes
"Marmite, It's been two weeks since I have held your hand and I miss you so much. Everyday brings something new I want to talk to you about. The "singing" shows started again and I miss calling you to tell what channel to watch. I sent a lovely poem about you to the Rexford Condo Association thanking them for their condolences. They put it on the bulletin board by the elevator. Marmie, you held me in your arms as I took my first breath and i held you in my arms when you took your last. We have come full circle, Marmie and Wemnie. You are always in my thoughts and forever in my heart. Your Loving Wennie"
"Dear Rico (and Wendi),
I have very nice memories of both your mom and dad. I was very sorry to hear of your mom's recent passing. I certainly echo all the wonderful sentiments written before mine. i feel lucky that i had the pleasure of knowing your folks and even luckier that you and i have remained friends for close to 40 yrs (wow!!). i can only imagine all the joy you brought your mom all these years and how blessed she felt to have such a kind, caring, devoted son like you. i'm sure that her happiness was in large part due to the fact that you were such an involved and present part of her life, giving her life meaning and a real purpose for being.
You are all the good parts of who your parents were and they could not have been happier or more proud to see the wonderful man you became.
Love and condolences to you and family,
felice"
"Dearest Rich, Bruce and I are saddened by your loss. These times are indeed difficult. I wish I had known Pauline, as she was no doubt an extraordinary woman; however, it is through you that I feel I had the pleasure of knowing her. Your compassion, tenderness, authenticity, and humor speak volumes of who she was. What joy it must have been to be her son. My prayers are with you, and your family, at this difficult time."
"I'm at the Filmschool in Lillehammer. Sorry to hear about Pauline. I think this is difficult to express i English, so we do it in Norwegian. Vi kondolerer og sender deg våre varmeste tanker og en stor klem! Vi tenker også på Wendi, Danielle, Robert og Peter. Jan o Laila"
"RIP
Jan o Laila"
"Dear Rich,
Van and I are sending comforting prayers to you and your family.
Although we did not know your mother what a beautiful woman and tributes to her. Surely she was an amazing woman who lived an amazing life.
We're sure she was proud of you and what an incredible loving and gracious man you are.
Hold on to all the wonderful and loving memories of her providing you with comfort during this time.
May God Bless You
Van & Cindy
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"What a beautiful photo of my dear Aunt Pauline - so many memories of our visits to Hewlett and to Hallandale-- Pauline and My Uncle Bob were so encouraging and loving to me as I tried to start my career as a photographer . I will never forget those visits and the hospitality Pauline always offered. Life goes on and I am sad that I did not visit Pauline in Boca . Aunt Pauline would have been very happy to hear that my daughter Laurel had a baby boy today - Our family goes on but I miss Pauline - Our prayers go out to Wendy and Richie and all the family !!"
"Although I did not know Pauline I must say she raised a wonderful son. Rich is kind and a generous man. I am sure this are traits he learned from his mother. We are praying for the whole family. Blessing to all, Phil and Tammy Hotsenpiller"
"Dear Rich, thinking of you on this day and holding you close in my heart. What an amazing blessing to have been raised by such an incredible human being. What a full and long life she was gifted with! I regret I was unable to meet her, but trust that our family will forever enjoy hearing you speak of her and sharing special moments the two of you shared. "There was never a great man who had not a great mother."- Without a doubt, you are evidence of the greatness your mother leaves behind for us all! I am grateful for that! I love you...prayers for a day of rejoicing, celebration of life and healing. Love, Denise and Christopher "
"Dear Rich,
Ken and I are so sorry to hear of the passing of your mom. Please accept our deepest sympathy.
Although we never met your mom, we feel like we know her through the wonderful tributes posted here. We now understand where your gracious and kind ways came from. You are a beautiful reflection of your mother and we are so happy you have come into our lives.
May your precious memories be of great comfort to you in this difficult time. We hold you and your family in our hearts and prayers.
God bless,
Laura & Ken"
"Wendy & Richard-I remember Pauline's very longtime friendship with my Mother Clarisse-from the time we moved to Hewlett and thru their laughter and fun times at the Temple to retiring to Halllandale. Classes, trips, daily living experiences just one builidng away on A1A-they spent a great deal of time together...along with my Father, Wiliam-The Three Musketeers. I am so sorry to hear of her passing. Pauline was of great comfort to me when my parents passed away 12 years ago."
"My Darling Rich,
When you awake this particular Sunday morning my love, it will be like no other in your life. Today is the day your sweet Mother will be buried. Today is the day you say goodbye to her on this earth. But never goodbye in spirit.
Please know my husband that I will be by your side every moment as you stand by her casket this morning. Just as you stood by mine during my last earthly goodbyes to my Dad. You were there with me. And I am there with you this morning my sweetheart.
Know how very much I love you. I will be in prayer with you and for you this morning.
Go now to your Mothers last moment of communal love. Rejoice in her life and let that alone fill your heart with praise.
❤️❤️ Forever Your Wife.
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"Rich,
Please accept my deepest sympathy during your time of loss. While I never met your mom -- I feel that I met her through your stories and deep admiration. You and your family are in my prayers.
Pastor Phil "
"Dear Rich,
I never had the pleasure of meeting your Mom personally, but rest assured by knowing you, her son, she had quite an influence.
Hearing of the compassion she showed towards others makes me smile.
When The Lord has called us home to dwell with Him, We will stand before Him at the throne with nothing to show other than Lord unto you...."Well done good and faithful servant...."
With Our Love,
Lynette Rosati and Family.
Your Step Daughter"
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"Dearest Rich,
May the words of condolences from your friends and family bring you support, comfort and love.
Rich, my heart aches for you on the loss of your dear beloved Mother. With my deepest sympathy and love,
Bonnie Exum
Your Mother-in-law
".....He shall wipe away every tear from their eyes; and there shall no longer be any death; there shall no longer be any mourning; or crying, or pail...."
Revelations 21:4
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"Rich we are so sorry for the loss of your beautiful Mother, although we never met her we know through you how amazing she was and how much you loved her. We are praying for strength abd peace for you and the entire family!
We love you
Jr, Wendy, Sheldon and Savannah "
"To my dearest MARMIE, You have been my best friend for my entire life. Even when I was a rotten teenager and made your life miserable at times, you were always there for me. You instilled qualities in me that could only have been given by someone of your quiet demeanor, charm and elegance. Although you tried your hardest, your love for music did not become part of me as you would have wished.I was creative in other ways and you were my biggest admirer. After a few years of Herbie and I driving to Hallandale every week to do your errands, we convinced you to move close to us in Boca and you became a Villager. Best move you ever made. I enjoyed our Wednesday sojourns to Publix and Starbucks and was thrilled that you got to see Jamie grow up. It was my privilege to care for you in your later years and I wouldn't trade one single minute. You will be missed more than you know. You are deep within my heart and I will love you forever Your Wennie"
"So sorry to hear about Aunt Pauline's passing. Just thinking about the good old times our family spent together She was such a wonderful women full of humor and life"
"Our Heartfelt condolences to your family Rich and Lynne. May the Lord keep you in perfect peace. May he make His light to shine upon you and uplift your hearts. Brenda and Vinny"
"Thank you Mom for giving me a lifetime of love, and teaching me, by your example, the meaning of grace, dignity, and truth. I love you, and always will.
"A mother is the truest friend we have, when trials, heavy and sudden, fall upon us; when adversity takes the place of prosperity; when friends who rejoice with us in our sunshine desert us; when trouble thickens around us, still will she cling to us, and endeavor by her kind precepts and councils to dissipate the clouds of darkness, and cause peace to return to our hearts."
~Washington Irving "
"My wonderful "Yo-Mama," So many years and so many wonderful occasions together. You lit up a room wherever you were. No matter what age, you were impeccable and beautiful. All our Thanksgivings together and special birthdays and, of course, always that warm and wonderful thank you note shortly later. You enriched my life by knowing you and you were always a model of extraordinary grace and wonderful good humor. Your last years were the most challenging of all, but you taught us all how to transcend these travails with great dignity. I honor Wendi every day for the extraordinary support and love she gave to you until the very last moments. You can rest in peace knowing how much you were loved by whoever had the very joyous opportunity to know you. Yo Mama, I will love you forever. Linda"
"My Precious Mother-In-Law... For three years I was honored to call you "Mom". It's rare to meet a woman in her 90's who still has her spark of humor and so much wisdom. I will miss laughing with you and sharing our little lunches at the "bistro". Because of you, and all you instilled in your son, "My Prince", both of you changed my life. His love, kindness,and gentle spirit certainly came from you. I will forever hold you close to my heart, Mom...what an honor to have known you. You are in God's loving arms now... It's time to rest ... I will miss you so. Lynne Logan-Rosen"
"Our heartfelt condolences to the Greenbaum family. It is our prayer that God will bring much comfort to the family in the days ahead. Jehovah God has promised us a time when sickness and death will be no more. Revelation 21: 4 tells us: "And he will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away." May the family have comfort and peace during this time of great loss."