Rita Tenenbaum (née Richmond), age 100, passed away peacefully in White Plains, NY on Friday, September 19th, 2025. She was born February 4th, 1925 in the Bronx, NY to parents Nathan and Anna Richmond. Rita attended George Washington High School in New York City followed by New York University, where she graduated with a degree in retail in 1945. She enjoyed flower arranging; a craft she perfected while working at Lord & Taylor. She traveled extensively; proud to only have missed the country Mongolia. Rita was dedicated to the Women’s American Organisation for Rehabilitation through Training (now World ORT), where she served as President of the Saw Mill Chapter from 1965 to 1967.
Rita was a devoted member of Congregation Shaarei Shalom. She was predeceased by her husband, Charles, and sons, Bruce (Judy), Thomas (Brenda) and Martin (Karen). She is survived by her daughter Beth (Lloyd); grandchildren Andrew (Jennifer), Douglas (Ellen), Gerald, Alexander, Charlie, Samuel (Kathryn) and Alexandra; great-grandchildren Logan, Ethan, Jordan, Jacob, Scarlett, Dylan and Daisy.
Funeral Service
Thursday, September 25th 2025 at 12:30 PM
Weinstein Memorial Chapel
1652 Central Park Ave
Yonkers NY 10710
914-793-3800
Interment
King David Cemetery
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Daniel Rowell says
September 24, 2025 at 8:03 pmSending deepest condolences to the entire family. Rita was an incredible lady and lived an incredible life. Remembering her and her life well-lived.