So sorry to to hear about Frank’s passing.  Frank and I spent many summers together at the Riverhead High School working with special needs students .  Frank was a kind, professional and nurturing teacher.   I am sure many students  and colleagues will remember him with great fondness.  He will be missed.

Frank always provided a safe haven for students and colleagues   He was genuinely the kindest and sensitive human being I have had the pleasure of knowing.   

My heartfelt sympathy and condolences 

John Nobile

Frank Rotenberg  was an exceptional teacher helping students meet their educational needs to pass to receive their high school diplomas. Gentle, kind, compassionate was Frank. He was "Teacher of the Year" by the New Review a very deserving recognition for all he did for the students. Truly a master teacher. I was happy to know Frank and kept in touch during the year ever since he retired. Passover, Chaukkah and of course his birthday and happy letters too.  Rest in peace Frank.

I MET FRANK IN 1991 WHEN I BEGAN TEACHING & LEADING THE SOCIAL STUDIES DEPARTMENT AT RIVERHEAD HIGH SCHOOL. FRANK WAS A READING TEACHER SPECIALIZING IN HELPING DISADVANTAGED KIDS PASS THE SOCIAL STUDIES STATE EXAMS. FRANK JUST HAD ALL THOSE SPECIAL PERSONALITY TRAITS &TEACHING TECHNIQUES THAT COULD, AND DID HELP THESE KIDS THROUGH SOME DIFFICULT TIMES. HIS SENSITIVITY, THOUGHTFULNESS  JUST STOOD OUT, AND MADE HIM SUCH A WONDERFUL YOUNG MAN. I WAS SO HAPPY WHEN OUR PATHS CROSSED ON OCCASION AT THE STONYBROOK UNIVERSITY FILM FESTIVAL IN THE FIRST DECADES OF THE 21ST CENTURY WHEN I WAS LONG RETIRED.  REST IN PEACE DEAR SOUL....KEN & DANA GEILS

So sorry to lose such a sweet kind soul. I have only known him for 3 years or so but just a delightful person to be around. He was always saying “what can I do to help?”. I wish I was there to ask him that towards the end of his life. 

Gail Fusco
Friend from The Tower

May I offer my sincerest condolences to Frank's family.  I met Frank at Columbia University when we were both 23 years old, and became close friends over the ensuing decades.  He was unfailingly kind, funny, and generous.  We always called each other on our respective birthdays, and on May 3, although ill, he called me and we spoke for the last time.  I feel privileged to have known him.

Tom Kramer

I would first like to express my deepest condolences and respect to Franklin Rotenberg’s family.

Franklin was a gentle and caring man who always carried a smile and never failed to ask how you were doing. He held respect and kindness in the highest regard and treated everyone with dignity.

I had the privilege of volunteering with Franklin on our condominium insurance committee. He brought thoughtful insights, asked excellent questions, and always listened carefully to the perspectives of others. His calm presence and genuine concern for people made him someone deeply respected and appreciated.

We have lost a man of dignity, kindness, and quiet wisdom. He will be greatly missed.

We were deeply moved to learn of the passing of FRANKLIN.
He had one of the friendliest personalities at Port Royal  Towers Apts.
Always smiling and always carrying some delicious dessert to our social functions.
We have lost a good person and a good man and a good friend.
We will always keep the memory of FRanklin.
Betsa’arkem.
Alay HaShalom(peace be upon him!

Beverley and Owen Henriques (1102)

I parked next to Franklin in the garage for almost 4 years. We had some interesting  and lively conversations. He used to send me emails with Jewish articles etc. that he knew I would be interested in. He always inquired as to how I was doing.  He was a kind soul.  I will miss him.  Condolences to his family. May his memory be a blessing.

I will miss my sweet friend Franklin. We had great fun with purpose working on the social events committee and going for walks. I hope his family knows he had a loving community here.

Franklin was a contributor to our community. He volunteered to serve on committees and helped organize events.

 He also  contributed in other ways by offering a cheerful smile and a warm greeting whenever your paths crossed.  He would remember your last conversation and ask how things were with the highest  sincerity. 

Franklin cared about others and he will be missed.  

Rest in peace

Sorry to hear the sad news. Franklin was a gentleman who always had a smile and loved to go for walks. May he Rest In Peace.

I send my deepest condolences to Franklin’s family. I worked closely with him on several condo projects and always found him to be a gentleman and a scholar. He always provided deep, yet clear advice on the many diverse issues we discussed.  Many people, including him, referred to him as “Frank”, but I couldn’t do that - I always felt the full “Franklin” much better fit his pristine image. I will definitely miss him and his positive attitude.

Sad day, I remember seeing Franklin  walking around Port Royale almost daily many people don't know he was my  patrol inspector when I was on the master association,  Franklin would point out broken sidewalks. Maintenance issue's to me, and you all know it was detailed in his email. Franklin cared for our community. A true gentleman i miss him already. 
Bob Hagen 805

Franklin was my neighbor and my friend. There was not a time that I would see him that he didn’t ask how my husband and I were and could he do anything for us. A true gentlemen and a warm, funny and  giving person. 

Marilyn Lettman

Being part of "our" family in America,  cousin Frankie - as I knew him - had always been a very friendly and supportive person. Remembering when he  invited me - as a young man - to the Broadway musical Cat's , the best known piece of which conspicuously was the title "memories". 

Let then the memory of Frank be a blessing

Yves Daniel Cahen and family
Basel, Switzerland

I heard the news today and words cannot express how truly sad I am on Franklin’s passing. I’ve known Franklin for years and he always was so positive and was such a great conversationalist . I loved receiving his emails about articles on Israel and the world. He would always suggest what  I needed to read. He was such a mensch! עם ישראל חי
You will be sadly missed by all.

Franklin was my next-door neighbor. He was a “Gentle Man” and a Scholar.  Plus from Long Island like me. He welcomed me when I moved into the Tower and would ask if I needed anything from his favorite store Fresh Market.   He also introduced me to Yasso Yogurt bars. When Publix had a BOGO Frank would alert me to get there before they were sold out! 

We kept each other up to date with building happenings especially for me since
More often than not I could not attend. 

A kind, thoughtful man so considerate of others. 

May he rest in Peace. He and his loved ones are in my prayers.

Franklin was my next door neighbor. A “gentle man”
and a scholar. He introduced me to “Yasso Bars”  When Publix had had BOGO’s for them Frank would let me know.   I always think of him when there is a sale! 

Always available to help since I moved into the Tower and would ask me if I wanted anything from his favorite store “Fresh Market” . 

Prayers for him and his loved ones. He will be missed. 

May he rest in Peace.

Franklin was just the nicest person; he always had a kind word for everyone he met, such a sweet guy. Franklin was always ready to help: set up tables and chairs for our social events, take photos, clean up - he always asked, What can I do to help? Always with a smile. We will miss your big smile, and your big heart. Wishing you the peace you deserve.

Rest in peace Franklin. You were a kind soul and may your memory always be a blessing.

Frank you are going to be missed. We love you very much and were happy to have you part of our team. You always helped with a smile . You have been a good friend,neighbor and I am having a hard time accepting the fact that you are no longer with us. Rest in peace my friend.
My deepest condolences to the family.

April 22,2026 enjoying a dance at a Tower event with my dear friend Franklin.He was a true gentleman and had a very kind and gentle soul. He will be truly missed.RIP Franklin….until we meet again💝🫂💐

My condolences to Franklin’s family on his sudden passing.
May his memory be a blessing.
Franklin, rest in peace.
Maureen
Tower at Port Royale

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Franklin Melvin Rotenberg

September 23, 1947 – May 26, 2026

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