Norma May Rosenberg z”l was a titan, who woke up every day with the engine running, eager to learn and leave a meaningful impression on everything and everyone she touched. She was 94 years old, with plenty of gas left in the tank.
Vibrant wife of the Lester J. Rosenberg z”l, persistent mother of Steven “Rosy” (Ellen Lippman) Rosenberg and Lee “Rosy” (Partner-Pamela Roussos) Rosenberg, inspirational grandmother of Mara Rosenberg, Ilyana Rosenberg and Noa Rosenberg, fully engaged aunt to all of her nieces and nephews, a force of nature in her leadership work in the community, and an integrally spirited ally, mentor and moral compass to a nation of friends.
Norma grew up in San Antonio, Texas, daughter of the late Melville May and late Ethel Sacks, and sister to the late Melville May Jr. She lived her adult years in the Chicago area. So much to share in-between; words in this short bio will not properly do justice to her impact. Better to speak with those that knew her directly; there are so many across Chicago, the US and Israel.
Memorial contributions may be made to an organization that she and Lester helped build over decades and an organization that she literally gave her life to--Israel Tennis and Education Centers. If you would like to do so, Norma instructed us this is the absolute best way to honor her; the family agrees. You are welcome to share with anyone who would like to make a donation to support the Norma Rosenberg Children’s Fund, which has now been established in memory of Norma. Please visit the ITEC website donation page, itecenters.org/norma-rosenberg/ or mail your donation to Israel Tennis & Education Centers, 3275 West Hillsboro Boulevard Suite 102 Deerfield Beach, FL 33442