Stephen Rosenstein

May 1, 1936 - March 22, 2013

Stephen Rosenstein, 76, of Mason City, formerly Country Club Hills, Illinois passed away on Friday, March 22, 2013 in Hinsdale, Illinois in the care of his family. He was born May 1,1936, in New York, New York to Irving and Betty (Jablonski) Rosenstein. Steve was a pharmacist and pharmacy store owner for more than 30 years. While gaining pharmacy experience he met Karlene Tomlin during his service in the Medical Service Corps with the United States Army. Steve and Karlene were married on May 28, 1961 in Hampton, Virginia. Steve enjoyed time with his family and friends. He loved gardening, reading, watching sports, walking and traveling. His family will never forget how much he treasured caring for his animal friends, Dee Dee, Bonnie, Clyde, Mink, Daffy, Toby and Mr. Blue. He is survived by his four children: Barry Rosenstein of Elmhurst, Illinois, Mark Rosenstein of Hanover, Maryland, Carla Cooper of Naperville, Illinois and Michael Rosenstein of North Barrington, Illinois, each of their spouses and 10 grandchildren and his sister Marjorie Geffner and her spouse. Steve was preceded in death by his parents. Cremation rites were accorded and a burial of ashes will take place on Friday, June 4th, 2021 at 11:00 AM for both Stephen and Karlene at the Mason City Cemetery. Rabbi Datz will officiate. Immediately following the service, the family would like to invite everyone to join them for a luncheon at the American Legion Hall located at 110 West Court Street, Mason City, IL 62664.