William Corey Rosenfeld

On Saturday, January 23, 2021, William “Bill” Rosenfeld, loving husband, brother, father, grandfather, and uncle passed away at the age of 77. Bill was born February 26, 1943 in Norfolk, Virginia to the late Bernard William Rosenfeld & Mary Pauline Willis. At age 18, he began his military service in the U.S. Navy during the Cuban missile crisis traveling to Spain and Italy. Following his service, he performed as a professional guitarist for many years, advancing his lifelong love for music and dancing. Bill committed his life to helping others beginning with his public service as a volunteer in the Fire Rescue Squad for Guilford County EMS. He played a valuable role in the extension and development of emergency services in McDowell County, N.C. later serving as the Director of McDowell County EMS. In the early 80’s he relocated with his two children to Georgia where he worked as a paramedic with Dekalb County EMS. During that time Bill met and married the love of his life Carmen. He started a small jewelry repair shop out of his home and opened his first storefront, Rosenfeld Jewelry in the late 80’s on Memorial Drive. He later moved his business to Tucker where his thriving business still resides today. In addition to being a successful businessman, he advocated for other small businesses in the community. Bill was an elected official to the first Tucker City Council after the city incorporated. He recently won an second term. Bill was passionate about the development and progress in the city of Tucker and took a special interest in parks. Bill was an active Rotarian for many years holding many offices including past President of Stone Mountain Rotary Club and current member of the Tucker Rotary Club. He also served as Chairman of the Board of ART Station in Stone Mountain, Past President of Tucker Business Association (TBA) and on the Board of Directors for Tucker-Northlake CID. He was a generous supporter of local charities and a devoted public servant in the Smoke Rise community. He took active leadership roles in the Smokerise Community Association (SRCA), Friends of the Parks, & Smokerise Bath and Racquet Club. We remember Bill most for his love of family, and his everlasting love and devotion to Carmen. He enjoyed golf, billiards, sailing, and vacationing. His most cherished activity was gathering with his large family where he took on the role of “Chef Guille” and hosted countless outdoor BBQ’s. Bill captured us with his festive spirit, tender heart, and open arms. We will forever miss his infectious smile, contagious laugh, and quick humor. His generous nature and ready willingness to help others stays with us. Preceded in death by his Parents and brother, Robert Lyman Rosenfeld. Bill is survived by wife, Carmen Rosenfeld, sister Penny Kimrey (Donald), brother Jimmy Suggs (Jackie); children Corey Rosenfeld (Sally) and Christy Rosenfeld-Lyvers;grandchildren Cameron Rosenfeld, Drew Rosenfeld, Kennedy Rosenfeld, Eson Atkinson, Anthony Lyvers, Amelie Lyvers plus many nieces and nephews. Due to current circumstances a small private family service will be held at Gregory B. Levett and Sons Funeral Home(Gwinnett) 914 Scenic Hwy, Lawrenceville, GA 30045 In lieu of flowers the family asks that donations be made to one of Bill's favorite charities, NETWorks Cooperative Ministry. A Memorial Page has been set up just for Bill. https://secure.givelively.org/donate/net-works-cooperative-ministry-inc/honor-bill-rosenfeld

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William Corey Rosenfeld

February 26, 1943 - January 23, 2021