Jack Rosen, my uncle: in memoriam, 1913--1952

Morris Rosen with his sons Jack on the right and George on the left

Uncle Jack died on January 20, 1952, struck down by a massive heart attack at the very early age of 39, leaving behind a wife Thelma, and two children Frank and Barbara. Jack practiced law in New York City, primarily in borough of The Bronx, where he resided. His loss was deeply felt by his parents and his brother George and his numerous cousins. I was eleven years old then and I vividly recall my father giving us the terrible news. This was the first time that I encountered death; it was shocking. Jack was a very vivacious man who dominated by his physical presence and his outgoing character. If only a picture could speak.