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Jack Rosen Obituary
PORTLAND -- Jack Rosen, who was widely recognized and known in Portland as the face of the Full Belly Deli, passed away on Sunday morning, Dec. 5, 2010.
The child of a tailor, Jack Rosen was born in 1934. He joined the Army with some of his best friends from Portland after he graduated from Portland High School in 1952. Jack worked as a cook when he was in the Army and enjoyed serving large groups of soldiers.
When he returned from military service, Jack continued to use his talents as a cook, preparing meals for large groups of people as a volunteer chef at Congregation Shaarey Tphiloh of Portland of which he was a member.
He and his son, David, used to cook together as volunteers for social events and religious occasions. They enjoyed working together so much and dreamed of opening a restaurant together.
For many years, Jack worked as a salesman for the Jayson Caron Company, but after the kosher style delicatessen owned by George Bress, called 'George's' closed down, there was a sad gap in the kosher style food map in Portland. The Rosen family decided that they would work together to open a kosher style deli, with pastrami sandwiches and all the cold cuts and delicious traditional kosher food one could imagine under one roof, so that kosher style food could be enjoyed once again by the masses in Maine.
George Bress, who had closed his deli because of a battle with cancer, gave his blessing to the Rosens before they opened the deli. The Rosens called their restaurant, 'the Full Belly Deli' and Jack Rosen's image, with a wide open mouth and busting belly biting into an overstuffed pastrami sandwich has served as the logo for the restaurant, since its opening on March 7, 1987. The restaurant continues to advertise itself as 'By George We're Good,' in memory of George Bress, who was an original.
The Full Belly Deli has served the same style of food but in different locations in Portland over the last two decades. The deli is currently located at the Pine Tree Shopping Center. It fills an important niche market for kosher style food in Portland, as the only kosher style deli in Maine, and has a special place in the hearts and stomachs of many Mainers who enjoy eating kosher style.
Jack was predeceased by his brothers, Robert Rosen of Portland and Norman Rosen of Lowell. Jack is survived by his wife of 51 years, Saralee Rosen; by his children, Karen Rosen Brenner and David Rosen; by his son- in-law, David Brenner, daughter- in-law, Arren Rosen; his granddaughters, Abby Rosen, Gracie Brenner and Shaylee Rosen; and also by his nieces and nephews. He also leaves behind his special cat Kitwit (aka Stormy) who will be cared for by his family.
The funeral will take place at Shaarey Tphiloh at 12 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 7, 2010. The family will sit Shiva at 17 Ridge Rd. in Westbrook, on Tuesday following the burial until 6 p.m., and on Wednesday from 3-6 p.m. Arrangements are by the Jewish Funeral Home, Portland.
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Art Piteau
January 5, 2011
Deepest condolences to the Rosen family upon Jack's passing. He was always so kind and encouraging to me, and I am sure many others. God rest him and bless those whom he went before.
henry minervino
December 15, 2010
a school chum and a great friend
December 13, 2010
Dear Saralee,
Jim and I we're saddened to hear that Jack had passed. Your family are in our thoughts and prayers at this trying time.
Jim & Diane Brownrigg Lehigh Acres, Fl
Zanetta Smith
December 11, 2010
My deepest sympathy for his family at home and work. Sorry to hear about the loss of Jack. Sure going to miss seeing him at the deli. Joe always looked forward to working with him at the register occasionally.
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December 8, 2010
My mother and I are saddened on the passing of Mr Rosen . "We will never see our Jerry Lewis Look-a-like when we get our Sandwiches and Koogle" Our deepest sympathy to his family and employees. Kathy and Pat Storer Kittery Point Maine
December 8, 2010
Mrs. Rosen, David and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. What a blessing for you, David, to have been able to work alongside your Dad for so many years. Mr. Rosen will be missed.
Michelle & Peter Gordon & Jolly
Edward MacCarthy
December 8, 2010
David,
My deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Ed Lecours
December 8, 2010
To the Rosen family I was so sad to hear of Jacks passing,He was a very special person. He will greatly missed. Ed Lecours
John Tibbetts
December 8, 2010
The Rosen family has for a long time been a big part of the community , their customers and a great family in every sense of the word. Mr. Rosen was great when you asked him his opinion on some great food he always gave it to you direct with a wink from his eye! He will be missed by all and my thought are with the family. Thanks for the great food and great service!
Thanks for taking care of all of the associates here at Shaw's ! Rest in Peace friend.
Natrone Means :)
December 7, 2010
Just wanted to say Jack will be missed!! Natrone Get me a Wheeler LOL RIP Action Jackson!!!
December 7, 2010
Saralee - lt was shock when Richard called us tonight. we will remember all the good times. We are truely sorry for your loss. Pete and Lou-Ann
December 7, 2010
I was sad to hear of Jacks passing.
My prayers go out to the family.
Jack and I had some great time at PHS.
Bill King PHS in Mims, Fl and Standish, Maine
December 7, 2010
The Rosen Family
We were saddened to hear of Jackie's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time.
The Blayne Family
phyllis twitchell
December 7, 2010
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Susan Rooker
December 7, 2010
So very sorry for your loss. May his memory be a blessing to all who knew him.
Linda & Tisha Smith
December 7, 2010
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Frank Bove
December 7, 2010
My deepest sympathies to the Rosen Family. It didn't take Jack long to learn your name and he never seemed to forget it. His smile will be deeply missed.
December 7, 2010
To the Rosen family:
We were so sorry to hear about Jackie. Please accept our sincere sympathies to the whole family. He will be in our prayers.
Marcel & Connie Laflamme, Biddeford, ME
Karen Berenson's folks
maryhelen
December 7, 2010
Jack will be missed:( RIP! my prayers and thoughts are with the Rosen family.
Mary Kahl
December 7, 2010
I was so sorry to read this in today's paper. Love the FBD and always enjoyed Jack, especially his pride in his beautiful granddaughters. Condolences to the family.
Helen & Joe Thibodeau
December 7, 2010
We want the Rosen family to know that we hold them in our thoughts and prayers. We always enjoyed talking with Mr Rosen, when we visited the Full Belly. A proud father and grandfather.
Paul & Gloria Cote
December 7, 2010
We are very sorry for the loss of this wonderful person. Our thoughts are with the entire Rosen family.
What the caterpillar sees as the end of the world, the master sees a butterfly.
Genice Mancini
December 7, 2010
David,
I am very sorry to hear about your Father's passing. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Tricia Duchesneau
December 7, 2010
I would like to express my deepest condolences to the entire Rosen family. It was not only a pleasure, but an honor to know Mr.Rosen. He was a kind, honest person who always had a moment to "chat" regardless of how busy he was. He will be truly missed by many, including myself.
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