Jack Rosenfield

In Loving Memory of Jack Rosenfield (Oct 18, 1925-Aug 3, 2024)

Jack Rosenfield (Yakov ben Zvi v’Sora), age 98, of Newton, MA, passed away peacefully with family by his side on August 3, 2024.

Born on October 18, 1925 in Boston, Massachusetts, Jack was the devoted father of Harvey Rosenfield and his wife Georgia Bragg, of Los Angeles, CA, and Robin (Rosenfield) Blatt and her husband Dr. Charles Blatt, of Newton, MA.

Loving grandfather of Hannah (Blatt) Strashun and her husband Cliff; Gideon Blatt and his wife Hanna Coxon; Zoe Blatt; Maisy (Bragg) Jones and her husband Ian; and Cody Rosenfield and his partner Katya English. Proud great grandfather of Penelope, Heidi, and Wyatt Jones; Bennett and Jackson Strashun; and Noah Blatt. He leaves his loved ones, including many nieces, nephews, and special friends with memories of the importance of family and family gatherings that lasted until the end of a life fully lived.

He is survived by his former wife, Sonya (Wexler) Rosenfield of Newton, MA. He is predeceased by his parents, Sarah (Pally) Rosenfield, of Romania, and Harry Rosenfield, of Russia. “Jackie” was also the loving youngest brother to three special sisters – the late Nina Shore, Grace Rubin, and Bea Katz.

Jack grew up in Dorchester and East Boston. He was raised with a strong work ethic and a deep appreciation for family values and Jewish traditions.

As a Veteran, he graduated from the U.S. Naval Hospital Corps School and received an honorable discharge as a Navy Seaman.

He received his professional degree from Bentley College and throughout his career he worked independently as Certified Public Accountant, doing so well into retirement. He especially enjoyed working with student run non-profit organizations.

Outside of work, Jack had a wide range of interests and hobbies. Throughout his later life, he sang and performed with multiple choral societies. Among the most meaningful performance was a narrative concert with a local choral group commemorating the role of music and survival of the human spirit in Nazi concentration camps.

He was an avid tennis player and animal lover. He received great pleasure asking questions and learning about and connecting with others.

Most importantly, Jack always loved talking with and spending quality time with his children, grandchildren and extended family. Whether it was holiday celebrations, gathering around the dinner table or other events, he cherished these moments and created lasting memories.  At his 90th birthday celebration he remarked, “While I may not be here when my grandchildren have children, I am quite sure they will be both great & grand!” He experienced immense joy becoming a great grandfather and meeting each great-grandchild, and always spoke of them with pride.

His love for his family was immeasurable, his presence will be missed, and his legacy will forever remain in the hearts of his children, grandchildren, great grandchildren, and all who knew him.

A graveside service will take place at Polonnoe Cemetery, 776 Baker St., West Roxbury, on Monday, August 5, 2024 at 10 am.

Following services, shiva observance will be at the home of Robin and Charles Blatt, from 3-5pm and 7-9pm. The family will continue shiva observance together in Maine.