With great sadness, Hillel announces the death of Keith Lowenthal z”l. He was a wonderful person, a great friend and those who knew him appreciated his charm and humor. He had a terrific 28 years of life.
Keith was a FSU alum and Hillel participant over the past several years. After law school he stayed in Tallahassee and became a member of Shomrei Torah.
Because Keith often spoke of Congregation Shomrei Torah and his relationship to the synagogue, his parents want to bring themselves closer to Keith’s spiritual side by experiencing the regular Shabbat service in a way that Keith would have. Friends and family are invited to the Shabbat service next Friday, May 1 at 8 p.m. instead of planning a separate memorial. Everyone is invited to speak with parents and share your special memories of Keith with them during the Oneg after the service and to share special memories of Keith. His parents have asked that either a donation be made to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF), or that a prayer book be purchased for Shomrei Torah because the synagogue was so important to Keith.
In addition, a close friend of Keith’s shared this information with us.
JDRF fundraiser tomorrow in Tallahassee – see the information below.
2nd annual May Family Dollars For Diabetes Car Wash
When: Saturday, April 25th, 10am-2pm
Where: Farmers & Merchants Bank at 3320 Thomasville Road.
This annual event was started by the family of a local 12-year old girl who has diabetes herself and wanted to do something to raise money for research. Last year, with a goal of $500, the carwash raised over $5,500 for the American Diabetes Association. 100% of collections get donated to the ADA. So – If you have some free time tomorrow, please go get your car washed and support this great cause.
To avoid exchanging money on Shabbat you may send donations to the bank, drop off a check today (Friday) or send your remembrance to Shomrei Torah.
We will miss you.
13 responses so far ↓
1 Rahni Spencer // Apr 24, 2009 at 3:46 pm
Keith, devout in his beliefs, was an admirable, giving person. Giving to the fundraiser is an excellent way to honor him. Keith is greatly missed. I look forward to the service on May 1st.
2 greg mandor // Apr 25, 2009 at 7:12 am
I am keith’s cousin. I tuley appreciate what you guys are doing. Please send me any info pertaining to this I would greatly appreciate it. @lease let me know how this fund raiser does.
Thank you,
Greg mandor
Email greg@imelectricinc.com
3 Amy Mandor // Apr 25, 2009 at 7:29 am
Keith was such an amazing young man. His life on earth was short, but he lived it to the fullest. He was a man of many words and he is greatly missed by many. May this be a reminder to all to love those close to you. Tell your family how much you love and appreciate each other. Live each day to the fullest. Please make donations in his honor it is what he would have wanted. Keith always wanted to help others. May Keith rest in peace. Keith we love you and will think of you everyday! Much Love Amy
4 AUNT BARBARA // Apr 26, 2009 at 7:38 am
KEITH – I AM MISSING YOU EVERY DAY.
FLY ON THE WINGS OF G-D LIKE THE ANGEL THAT YOU ARE……..LOVE YOU ALWAYS, AUNT BARBARA
5 ..ashley.. // Apr 26, 2009 at 9:27 pm
i am so glad that this was posted.
keith would really appreciate it and i know he would have run his car through the car wash 10 times if he couldve.
keith had an amazing drive for life and always knew what to do to make you feel special.
i am so thankful that i was able to be a part of his life and truly see first hand how bountiful his heart was.
miss you.
..olive juice..
<3
6 mitchell goldstein // Apr 27, 2009 at 1:18 pm
i am an uncle by marriage of keith’s brother brian. i spent numerous family functions with keith and while i didn’t know him that well he always greeted me with great warmth and respect. i felt his spirit and immediately knew that this kid was some kind of mensch! i grieve that he was not given the opportunity to bestow his aura upon more family and friends. rest in peace my good man; the world is a smaller place without you.
7 Susan Lowenthal // Apr 28, 2009 at 12:41 pm
To my Beloved Son Keith:
I will miss you so so much.
Your charm, your integrity, your humour and your intelligence….You were a kind, gentle and patient teacher and an exceptional listener.
I will carry you in my heart forever and ever.
Rest in peace my baby.
Hugs,
Mommi
PS: Thank you to everyone for sharing your thoughts and prayers for Keith. It means so much. Thank you also for being part of his extended circle of family and friends.
8 Anne Frost // Apr 28, 2009 at 4:59 pm
Keith: Your extended Frost family misses you so much and wishes we had spent more time with you during the past five months we knew you. You felt like a part of the family the first time I met you. Thank you for your uplifting humor, and the special kindness you showed to Connor, to “Grandma” and to all of us. You will never be forgotten.
“Auntie Anne”
9 Dave Gittleson // Apr 28, 2009 at 7:26 pm
Dearest Keith,
You are so missed, and I am sure you know how much you have always meant to me, your friends, and family. It seems like just yesterday you and I were cruising around Plainview in that Oldsmobile, laughing, singing (off key), and making the same old joke about how much coffee we drank. I have been a wreck since hearing of your passing, however I know that I am doing just what you would want, and going out for a drink in your honor, and celebrating your life. It’s a shame you will not be here to watch the Mets blow it again in August, but I know you are watching wherever you are. You’re always a best friend to me, and I love and miss you dearly. Dave “The Rave” Gittleson
10 Janet Collins // Apr 28, 2009 at 11:02 pm
Keith: Andy and I feel that we were very privileged to have known you these past five months and thank God for bringing you into Julia’s and our family’s lives. You blessed us with your positive attitude and thoughtfulness. You are a very intelligent and Godly young man. I want to thank you so much for all that you taught to Julia and for being such a good friend to her. I know she loves you very much. Your faith in God and your friendship has drawn Julia closer to the Lord and has changed her outlook on life. You have a wonderful gift of listening and making everyone feel special and comfortable talking with you. Grandma Frost and I enjoyed our talks with you about the Lord. Our family enjoyed sharing dinners, birthdays and holiday meals with you. You became part of our family. I appreciate the Birthday and Valentine cards you sent me, which included your long… and thoughtful messages. I know I thanked you for your sweet messages, but I never told you that I didn’t mind you taking my daughter away for Valentines Day. I am so glad that you asked her to go home with you and give her the opportunity to meet your mom, dad, Brian and his family. I got the opportunity to meet them, your grandfather, your Aunt Barbara, and other members of your family this past week and they were all so kind and hospitable to us; just like Julia had told us after her trip back in February. They raised and taught you well. We will miss you so much, but we know that you are with the Lord now and in a much better place. We will never forget you and hope to see you in heaven some day in the future.
Janet
11 heather lowenthal // Apr 29, 2009 at 6:18 am
I am Keith’s sister-in-law. Keith touched so many lives ~ those that got to know him were lucky. Not only did I lose a brother, but I lost someone I knew I could always share a good laugh with. I was always so proud of Keith’s faith in Judaism. He was a wonderful brother & uncle and he was always smiling. He will be terribly missed, but I know that he is watching us every day.
12 Janine Flores // Apr 29, 2009 at 3:36 pm
Keith, you will be missed dearly.
13 Tracy Banner // May 4, 2009 at 1:33 pm
The words escape me still, but Keith was a wonderful friend. It never mattered if we hung out everyday or once every three or four months, it was like nothing ever changed. I will forever remember Passover 2009 – we had such a wonderful evening at sedar, catching up on life, love, and yes, the pursuit of happiness.
I want to thank everyone who spread the word about the carwash, it was a last minute discovery and quite a great and timely one at that – b’sheret! I was told that the carwash raised over $6,000 to be donated to the American Diabetes Association. Keith would be proud.
May you rest in peace my friend.
With all my love and best wishes….
Tracy
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