Hey Dad, I am sure you’ve heard by now that Louise has joined you in Eternal Life. Enjoy her company. You always said that she was a wonderful person. With Guardian Angels like the two of you, my family will be Blessed for many years. I miss you Dad, but I am so proud of the way you lived your life and the Faith you instilled into my heart and soul. Love, Harry “your youngest” PS, everyone says Hi.
Benedict J. "Ben" Rothstein
April 27, 1924 – March 16, 2012
Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, March 21, 2012, at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church in St. Cloud for Benedict J. “Ben” Rothstein, age 87, of St. Cloud, who passed away on March 16, 2012 at the St. Cloud Hospital. Reverend Gregory Lieser will officiate. Entombment will take place in Assumption Cemetery Mausoleum in St. Cloud.
Family and friends may call from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday and after 9:00 a.m. on Wednesday at the Daniel Funeral Home in St. Cloud. Parish prayers will be held at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday at the funeral Home.
Ben was born on April 27, 1924 in Richmond, Minnesota to Jacob and Lucy (Weismann) Rothstein. He served honorably in the United States Army during WWII. He married Irma Buermann on June 14, 1949 at St. Peter and Paul’s Catholic Church in Richmond. Ben worked for Franklin Manufacturing for over 35 years, retiring in 1988. He has lived in the St. Cloud area since 1947. Ben was a member of St. Anthony’s Catholic Church and also spent over 20 years volunteering for the RSVP network, the Girl Scouts, and United Way.
He was an avid card player, playing cribbage with his family and 500 with his friends. Ben also enjoyed fishing and all types of puzzles. He treasured the time spent with his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren, always making an effort to keep track of all their activities.
He is survived by his children, Jerry (Lois) and Don (Janet) of St. Joseph, Ruth (Tim) Fritz of Clearwater, Harry (Tina) of St. Cloud, and their mother, Irma of Richmond; grandchildren, Tara (Shawn) Robinson, Tracy (Curt) Ophoven, Jim (Melissa), Melissa (Loren) Kosloski, Brendan, Corey, Lynsey, Kelsey, Barry; great-grandchildren, Nathan, Ben, Ali, Calib, Beccah, Carter, Bri, Emmett; brothers and sisters, Sylvester, Andrew, Martin, Louise Gohmann, Ansgar, Clara Heinze, Victor; and many nieces, nephews, and extended family.
Ben was preceded in death by his parents, brothers and sisters, Roman, Bill, Mark, Ambrose, Martha Torborg, Christ, Mathew, and Rosemary Fischer.
A Special Thank You to the Staff at Sterling Park Apartments for the care given to our Dad.
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I am so sorry for your loss. Ben was an amazing man. We had a lot of great conversations over the years as we labeled, folded, and counted mail for the Girl Scouts (amongst other projects!). More than once Ben “bailed me out” when things didn’t quite match up so the project could still go out on time. Such a hard worker!
He will be missed!
My deepest sympathy. I had the privilege of working with Ben when he volunteered for the Foster Grandparent Program through RSVP and I adored Ben and his work ethic. He will be missed.
I am deeply saddened by Ben’s passing. I’ve known him through his volunteer work for about 10 years. We loved and appreciated all he was and all he did for us and the other nonprofits in town. You have my sympathy.
Thinking of you ALL during this time. God Bless each of you. Love and hugs
Our hearts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. No matter their age (or ours), we’re never quite prepared to let our parents go! It hurts! Wish we could be there to support you, but hope you feel our love! Pat and Jim
So sorry for your familiy’s loss. Been thinking of you all and praying for you often. May God comfort you all during this sad time.
I am so sorry for your loss Tracey. God Bless you and your family. The Lord will get you through this. He is in a Beautiful place and you will see him again. Hugs, Jane
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Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, March 21, 2012, at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church in St. Cloud for Benedict J. “Ben” Rothstein, age 87, of St. Cloud, who passed away on March 16, 2012 at the St. Cloud Hospital. Reverend Gregory Lieser will officiate. Entombment will take place in Assumption Cemetery Mausoleum in St. Cloud.
Family and friends may call from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday and after 9:00 a.m. on Wednesday at the Daniel Funeral Home in St. Cloud. Parish prayers will be held at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday at the funeral Home.