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Subject:LtCdr E. W. Rosenthal
My father passed away on March 15,2016 at 1:00 pm cst, peacefully. Burial at Barrancus cemetery , Pensacola N. A. S. Fl, on March 23,2016 at 1:15 pm cst.
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In being in contact with his son, Pat...his services will be in Pensacola, Wed. Mar 23rd. For all Seawolves that live in the Pensacola area, please attend if your schedule permits.
Eugene W. Rosenthal, 93, Pensacola, FL went to be with his Lord after a brief illness on Tuesday, March 15, 2016.
He was born in Moline, IL on January 29, 1923 and attended Moline High School prior to being commissioned into the US Navy. He served in WW II, the Korean War and the Vietnam War as a pilot where he was awarded many medals including the Distinguish Flying Cross. Eugene retired with a rank of Lieutenant Commander after 29 years of service. After retirement, he owned Cordova Home Improvers for 25 years in Pensacola, FL. Eugene was a long time member of Grace Lutheran Church.
He was preceded in death by his parents, William and Ruth E. Rosenthal; his sister, Wynona Brandt and his wife of 56 years, Arlyle M. Rosenthal.
Eugene is survived by his three sons; Michael E. Rosenthal (Deborah), Pat M. Rosenthal (Sandi) and Jon S. Rosenthal; a daughter, Tina R. Johnson; 4 grandchildren, Sarah R. Box (Carl), William M. Rosenthal, Claire E. Johnson and Rebekah L. Johnson. He was lucky to find a loving wife, Netti K. Rosenthal in his golden years.
Eugene loved his family, loved his Lord, loved traveling in his Airstream and gardening.
There will be a Visitation at 10:30am on Wednesday, March 23, 2016 at Grace Lutheran Church with Funeral services following at 11:30am. Burial with military honors will follow at Barrancas National Cemetery at 1:15pm.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Grace Lutheran Church Missions Fund, 6601 N. 9th Ave., Pensacola, FL 32504.
Dad you will be part of our hearts and forever missed.
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Seawolf Plank Owner, Association Member, Eugene William Rosenthal, LCDR, Det 3 OinC, 6/22/1967 to 6/1/1968.
In addition to the Distinguished Flying Cross mentioned in the Obituary, he also received at least two Air Medals (Flight/Strike) and Navy Achievemant Medal (Combat V) from HA(L)-3.
Service SchedulesVisitation10:30am - 11:30am, Wednesday, March 23, 2016
Grace Lutheran Church
6601 N. 9th Ave., Pensacola, FL 32504
Click Here to view Map with directionsFuneral Service11:30am, Wednesday, March 23, 2016
Grace Lutheran Church
6601 N. 9th Ave., Pensacola, FL 32504
Click link above to view same map.
Committal Service1:15pm, Wednesday, March 23, 2016
Barrancas National Cemetery
1 Cemetery Road Pensacola, FL 32508
Click here for map with Directions to Barrancas National CemeteryObituary & PhotoRest in Peace
Dan
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In reply to this post by Mke Dobson "Ten Bears"
Rest in Peace Sir.
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In reply to this post by Mke Dobson "Ten Bears"
May he rest in Peace with our Lord.
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In reply to this post by Mke Dobson "Ten Bears"
Rest Easy Seawolf...."Slow Hand Salute"
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In reply to this post by Mke Dobson "Ten Bears"
Hello Brother Seawolves,
Today I had the honor to pay a last tribute to Lieutenant Commander Eugene Rosenthal. His family were grateful for the beautiful flowers the Seawolves sent. They were in deed impressive. There were about 70 folks for the church service and about 20 for the burial. Fittingly as we processed through the main gate to the committal shelter, the Blue Angels were performing their first practice air show having arrived home on Monday. Since Gene served in so many naval aviation billets, I feel sure he was proud of their aerial salute.
I wore my new set of blues, purchased for a previousr funeral at Arlington. I was able to make the flag presentation to his widow, Netti, who then asked me to present the flag to Gene's two granddaughters. The young ladies (about 14 & 17) were tearfully appreciative of Netti's kind gesture as were his daughter and sons. After the formal ceremony I took the occasion to make a few remarks about having served with Gene in Det. 3 for less than 12 hours before my "shocking adventure" leading to my departure to USNH Yokosuka. I clearly remembered Gene in action during Tet '68. Det. 4 aboard USS GARRETT COUNTY moved up to Vinh Long for the base security mission and and as a PBR support base. Gene was certainly a man of action with his positive leadership. No wonder he was chosen to lead the largest Seawolf detachment in '67.
Through the years Gene had mentioned very little of his Seawolf experience to his children, so they appreciated the information I was able to share. They did know that he volunteered for duty in HA(L)-3 while in his late forties. You certainly have to respect that attitude.
Best wishes to each of yjou,
Mike Louy
Pensacola
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Gene was my Co at Det-3.
Looked forward to seeing him at the reunions.
May he rest in peace.
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