Esther Rosenberg service held at Gates of Prayer

ESTHER BARBER ROSENBERG, a former retail merchant and outspoken member of the New Orleans Jewish community, passed away on November 12, 2017.

ESTHER BARBER ROSENBERG

Always coifed to the nines, she possessed an impeccable sense of style and fashion. She adhered to many principles inculcated in the Jewish faith, establishing her as a woman of compassion and kindness.

Rosenberg was predeceased by her husband of many years, Simon Rosenberg, with whom she helped run the Rosenberg Furniture Store. The store achieved popularity through its TV ads , which closed with a young girl singing a catchy jingle advertising the store’s name and  address: “Rosenberg’s…Rosenberg’s…1825 Tu-lane!”

A longtime member of Congregation Anshe Sfard, she enjoyed bowling, Mah Jongg, reading, playing tournament bridge and traveling. Rosenberg was also an enthusiastic patron of gourmet cooking, who has a zest for living and enjoyed spending time with family members.

Born in Krakow, Poland, Rosenberg emigrated to the U.S. when she was just a three-year-old.

She is survived by her four children: Harry Rosenberg (Kimberly), Ricky Rosenberg (Laurie), Cindy Denn (Avrom), and Dr. Larry Rosenberg; seven grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.

Funeral services were held on Tuesday, November 14,  at Congregation Gates of Prayer, 4000 West Esplanade Ave in Metairie at 1:00 p.md. Rabbi Robert Loewy officiated. Interment followed immediately in Anshe Sfard Cemetery on Elysian Fields Avenue.

In lieu of flowers, donations are suggested to Congregation Gates of Prayer or Cancer Crusaders P.O Box 7911 Metairie, LA 70010. Tharp-Sontheimer-Tharp Funeral Home of Metairie was in charge of arrangements.