Alfred Rosenfield

Alfred M. Rosenfield was born on January 7, 1927 in Galveston Texas. A proud 5th generation Texan, he was affectionately known as “Big Al” or “Poppi”. He passed away peacefully on July 18, 2016. His daughter, Gina Rosenfield Levy and his beloved wife of 55 years, Beverly Pozez Rosenfield, preceded Alfred in death.

Al was a man’s man and a woman’s man as well! He appreciated the finer things in life. Al loved seafood and could be found twice a week at Pappadeux with one or more of his beloved family members. Poppi was all about family and his large extended family loved him dearly. He had four children; Mark Rosenfield (Naomi), Cheryl Spellman (Richard), Gina Rosenfield Levy (deceased) and Jeffrey Rosenfield (Karine). Poppi also had ten loving Grandchildren; Jennifer Ratner (Hal), Adam Rosenfield (Lauren), Josh Eitzen (Alisa), Robbie Eitzen, Philip Spellman, Amy Spellman, Steven Levy (Liz), Daniel Levy (Tori), Max Rosenfield and Jake Rosenfield. Poppi also had seven Great Grandchildren; Samantha Ratner, Sydney Ratner, Sophia Eitzen, Davna Rosenfield, Oliver Rosenfield, Andrew Rosenfield and Grant Levy. Al was “Uncle Al” to many nieces and nephews and was a favorite of all of them. He rarely missed a family affair or opportunity to make a funny toast.

Al attended the University of Texas at Austin and was a member of the Alpha Epsilon Pi fraternity. Al was a very successful businessman. In the late 1950’s, Al and his brother Sam Rosenfield co-founded Payless Shoe Stores and operated many stores throughout the State of Texas. Al was a very hard –worker and was often found working along side employees until the task was completed.

Al related well with folks from all walks of life and once you met him you did not forget him. He was a man of great integrity and generosity. He supported many charitable organizations including the Jewish Federation and the Southern Poverty Law Center. He believed in the principle of “giving until it feels good”. Alfred was a longtime member of Temple Emanu-El in Dallas and Temple Beth Israel in Austin.

Alfred was very well traveled and believed traveling was the greatest form of education. Alfred also was an avid collector of 17th and 18th century English silver antiques. He had a wicked sense of humor and was very competitive in business and cards. His kids and grandchildren relished the opportunity to play cards with him and rarely beat him. Alfred was also a dog lover and always had a dog living with him.

Alfred’s family would like to thank all of his medical caretakers and Vitas hospice. The family also wants to especially thank Al’s longtime personal caretakers Rosa and Lettie for their love and dedication to him for the past 20 years. In lieu of flowers, please send any donations to the Gina Rosenfield Levy Greene Family Camp Scholarship fund through Temple Emanu-El in Dallas Texas.

Funeral Services will be at Sparkman Hillcrest Funeral Home, 7405 W. Northwest Highway Dallas, Texas 75225 on July 20, 2016 at 2 p.m. with graveside service to follow. Online condolences may be made at www.Sparkman-Hillcrest.com.