Victor Rosenblum Obituary

My college career at started in the fall of 1961 with Prof. Rosenblum in Introduction to American Government and Politics. Later I learned from him in Law and Politics. Later I did an independent study with him. Of course, when I went to NU Law School, I was happy to sign up for one of his classes. As a teacher, he was as good as they come. As a person, he was a person one was proud to know. He enriched my life in so many ways. May his memory be for a blessingt.

Our hearts are heavy having learned about the passing of Vic Rosenblum. He was one of my father's good friends from years ago, and I will never forget the generosity he, Louise and his family showed to me while staying in their home to attend graduate school. From the stories so fondly told by my Dad about he and Vic in search of the best ice cream in California to my first Passover dinner, we all hold great memories and are extremely blessed to have had the opportunity to know Vic. Vic was a wonderful friend with a huge heart and while miles have kept us apart, we have never forgotten his kindness, his brilliance, and his devotion to making this world a better place. Our thoughts,love and prayers are with the Rosenblum Family.

Professor Rosenblum was my Advisor in 1962-63 and Senior Thesis Mentor (Brandeis Brief). His Family also welcomed me at a Seder meal. His patient scholarly example was a beacon all my life. I ultimately retired from OMB in 1996 with a Presidential Letter, and served as President of the D.C. Alumni Club (1997).

I was one of Vic's "law and social sciences" graduate students between 1971 and 1975, doing both a law degree and a graduate political science degree. Vic's teaching both at the law school and the political science was magnificent; but even more important was his personal sensitivity to his students needs, his warmth, and supportiveness.

My condolences to the family of a former neighbor on Orrington Avenue. I remmeber much enjoying discussions and even arguments with Vic.

Dear Louise:



Vic was a dear friend. You know his accomplishments better than anyone. Let me only add that spending an hour with him the last time I was in Chicago was the high point of my trip. I wish I knew better words of comfort.



Love,



Walter

To the Family of Victor



I wasn't aware of your Father's involvment with the Pro-Life movement until I read about the recent Supreme Court decision.

I am older than your Father, and I am sorry that I did not have the pleasure of his company, but we are the same in having a conscience regarding not only on the abortion issue, but on probably many other moral issues in our times.

We both fathered large families and I sure that his greatest legacy will be his children and his grand children.

According to my Jewish friends, he would be a Mensch(I hope the spelling is correct)and my interpretation of it is that he was good man.

May The Lord bless him and his family.



Joe Pugliese

Deerfield, IL.

Dear Peter and Jon - I heard about your father's death from my mother, and want to extend my condolences and warm wishes to you both, and to your mother and family as well. Although I haven't met with either of you for many years, I do remember what a gargantuan presence your dad was in your lives. Paula

As one of the legion of students touched by Victor's warmth, sincerity and passion, please accept my sincere condolences. He left an indelible mark on us all and will be missed. Thank you for sharing him with us.

Dear Family,

We cherish all of the moments and occasions we have shared through the years at Beth Emet and Washington University. We feel blessed to celebrate the life of Victor and all he brought to this world All our love.

Dear family,



I did not know Mr. Rosenblum but I just read his obituary and I was overly touched by his dedication to the pro-life movement. I am also a fellow Jew who strongly agrees with what he stood for. I wish I would have met him. May he rest in peace and G-d bless.

Kimberly

Dear Louise,

Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you, the children and grandchildren, at this time. Our love to your all.

Harry Stumpf & Pat Rodgers

I was always at the edge of Vic's influence--never wanted to go to law school after taking Law and Politics in 1960. But like all those who did, including several close friends, I was charmed. Though we met only a dozen times since I left Northwestern in 1964, Vic was an abiding presence in my life as I tried to discover what it was to teach. Nobody ever showed so clearly as Vic what Socrates meant when he said that to teach is to love. For his life, and teaching, I am ever grateful.

When he was president fof Reed College, Professor Rosenblum delivered a major address at Northern Illinois University on the occasion of the inauguration of my friend and colleague, Rhoten Smith, as president of Northern Illinois University. As editor of the commemoratrive book entitled A NEW UNIVERSITY, I was privileged to prepare his address for publication and chat with him on the NIU campus.

May this good man rest in peace, and may light perpetual shine upon him.

The Rev. Arra M. Garab, Ph.D.
Professor Emeritus, English, NIU

May God give this faithful servant of the cause of life the reward of his labors on behalf of justice.

Victor Rosenblum was one of the most important people in my life. Without his warmth towards me, confidence in me, and support for me, I could never have achieved what I have. He is the sine qua non of my success in research, in teaching, and in my becoming who I have become. His spirit is eternal and I hope we meet again.



Ted Becker

Vic was a remarkable teacher, a wonderful person, and a great friend. He had a major influence on my life, and I will always be grateful for having known him since my days as a law student in the mid-1970's. My sincere condolences to all of the Rosenblum family.

Professor Rosenblum meant so much to me as he helped me survive my first crazy years as NU Law School Registrar. He also served as advisor and Chair of my Master's Degree Committee. You couldn't ask for a better friend. I've thought of him so often through these years even though we lost touch.

Vic is the reason I went to law school. He was a great role model for would-be lawyers and turned on to the law a generation or more of Northwestern undergraduates. Vic, thanks again. Your enthusiasm for legal knowledge was legendary.

Our hearts go out to all of you at this time. We know that Victor will be remembered but more than that, he will be terribly missed. His achievements were great and all of you will bear witness to that as the future enfolds.

My thoughts and prayers are with all of Mr. Rosenblum's family in this very difficult time.



The love and caring his family has shown for him is a tribute to this wonderful man and his good life.

Dear Louise, John, Peter, Warren, et al.: I was saddened to hear of Victor's passing this morning, and I want to extend my condolences to all of you. I fondly remember past brunches at your home, with lively discussions between Victor and the boys. I know you will miss him.



Fondly, Marge

In loving memory from Sue Henry (class of '77), Carter Phillips (class of '77) and Jessica Phillips (class of '06).

Jon and Peter, I was so sorry to hear about your father's death. My love and condolences to you and your whole family.



Judy Frank

Jon,

I didn't know your father, but heard you speak of him, and I know that you were close to him. I just want to say how sorry I am for your loss.

I would like to offer my condolences to the Prof. Rosenblum's family. I was a student of his in 1982-83 and enjoyed his class tremendously and respected him and his humanity greatly.

Our hearts go out to you at this sad time. We hope that you will be conforted by your happy memories of your dad, and by the warm wishes of your friends.

Jim and Sarina Butler