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Deceased Information

DECEASED:
Anita Katz Greenstein
Chaya bas Israel Leib v Golda

DATE OF DEATH:
Friday, March 5, 2010 (before sunset)
19 AdarI, 5770

DATE OF FUNERAL:
Sunday, March 7, 2010

TIME OF FUNERAL:
12:30 PM

PLACE OF FUNERAL:
GRAVESIDE

PLACE OF BURIAL:
Arlington Memorial Park

SHIVA INFORMATION:
5 pm Sunday and 7 pm Monday
1089 New Creek Manor, Atlanta, GA 30319

Please contact Dresslers at 770-451-4999 to send a message to the family.
DONATIONS:
  • Jewish Family & Career Services 4549 Chamblee Dunwoody, Atlanta, GA 30338

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    OBITUARY:
    Dr. Anita Landau Katz Greenstein Born October 8, 1919 in Toledo Ohio, Dr. Greenstein was the daughter of Louis and Goldie Rosenbaum. She held a BS in Public Health, a BS in Education, an MS in Education, specializing in the education of emotionally disturbed children, an MS in Marriage and Family Therapy, and a PhD in Child and Family Studies. Dr. Greenstein enjoyed many different careers in her lifetime. After graduating from High School she entered nursing school at Mount Sinai Hospital in Chicago Illinois. Upon graduation she became Night Supervisor of Obstetrics. In 1939, America was preparing for war. Patriotism demanded that she respond and she became a second lieutenant in the Army Nurse Corps stationed at Lawson General Hospital in Chamblee, Georgia. After moving to Syracuse, New York, she became director of Nursing at the Jewish Home of Central New York and later became Executive Director, a position she maintained for two years. She then worked in public health nursing for the city of Syracuse for two years. She later joined the faculty of Syracuse University in 1964 and taught as a full Professor until her retirement. Her classes on Death, Dying, and the Grief Process were consistently over enrolled. She also taught as an adjunct professor at Utica University and maintained an active practice as a marriage and family therapist. Among her many academic honors are membership in Sigma Theta Tau and Omicron Nu. She was a clinical member of the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapists and a Diplomat in the Association of Sex Educators, Counselors and Therapists. She also served as President of the Mental Health Association of Onondaga County for two years and sponsored an all day workshop for professionals who were involved in caring for emotionally disturbed children. She also advocated on behalf of emotionally disturbed children before the New York State Legislature. She is probably best known for her workshops on “The Therapeutic Use of Self in the Communication Process” which she conducted throughout the country. In 1990 her high school Alumni Association presented her with the “Distinguished Fellow Award” and placed her picture on permanent display. Dr. Greenstein was also active in the Jewish Community. She was a life member of Hadassah and active in ORT and Brandeis Women. She served as President of Sisterhood at Temple Adath Yeshuren in Syracuse and was on the Rabbi’s committee for Community Action. In Atlanta, she facilitated bereavement support groups for AA Synagogue. After moving to Florida, She was Vice President of Education at Temple Beth El in West Palm Beach, and later became President of the Central Conservative Synagogue. With Rabbi Richard Rocklin, she held an all day workshop on Death and Dying. She then volunteered to establish a weekly support group for those in grief, which evolved into three ongoing support groups which she facilitated. She also served on the board of the Jewish Day School. In her 70’s, she commenced additional studies and became a Bat Mitzvah. Several years later, her granddaughter became a Bat mitzvah reading the same Torah portion as her grandmother. Dr. Greenstein was married three times, to Mr. Leon Landau, Dr. I Herbert Katz, and Mr. Benjamin Greenstein. She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law Richard and Elaine Landau, her daughter and son-in-law, Harriet Landau and Dr. Nathan Segall, her sister, Mollie Goldberg, her grandchildren, Debbie Landau, Andrew Bauer, David Ratz, Ann Matesevac, Rebecca Ratz, and Will Caldwell, her stepchildren Kenneth and Ginger Greenstein and Dr. Steve and Patty Greenstein, and many great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and cousins. Sign online guestbook at www. edressler.com. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Jewish Family and Career Services 4549 Chamblee Dunwoody Road, Atlanta, GA 30338. A graveside service will be held Sunday, March 7, 2010 at 12:30 pm at Arlington Memorial Park with Rabbi Neil Sandler officiating. Arrangements by Dressler’s Jewish Funeral Care, Atlanta (770)451-4999 Atlanta, Syracuse, West Palm Beach

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    ESTHER LYSS-GREENSTEINApr 4 2010 01:34 pm
    I first met Anita and Leon when I was a little girl in Marietta, GA. Our family (Ida and Irving and Bernard Bryan) "adopted" them while they were stationed there. I have seen Anita over the years many times in many different cities. (I knew all three of her husbands !) In fact, we saw Rebecca a few times while she was in Washington U. in St Louis......Hello Rebecca. As you all know, Anita was one of the dearest and smartest and nicest people in the world. She will be missed by soooooo many people. With Love, Esther Bryan Lyss Greenstein
    Nancy Steinberg FoerstMar 8 2010 03:06 pm
    Dear Richard, Elaine and all the Landau Family, I was so sorry to hear of your loss. May happy memories carry you through this sorrowful time.
    Lindy CaldwellMar 7 2010 10:27 pm
    Steve and I extend our deepest sympathy to all the family. We have been thinking of you on this difficult day. It was an honor to have known such a remarkable lady, if only for a short time. We think of her fondly as she took part in Rebecca and Will's wedding. Please accept our condolences.
    Susan and Gerry HubalMar 6 2010 11:18 pm
    To the family of Anita Katz Greenstein We met Anita through our father (Abe Hubal) at the Fountains (where we now live), and always found her to be delightful, smart and friendly. When we were at Traditions, we would make it a point to visit Anita and Ben, because they were so happy to see us, and we them. Anita also knew the family of my daughter-in-law, Shelley: her grandmother, Hannah Meltzer, her great aunt Lillian Cohen, her parents, Steve and Elaine Meltzer. Everyone had nice things to say about Anita. I hope many wonderful memories will make you loss more bearable.
    Victor and Harlene GilelsMar 6 2010 01:11 pm
    We are very sorry to hear about Anita's passing.Victor was very friendly withDr.Katz when he owned Onondaga Optical in Syracuse and then we both lived at the Fountains in Versaille court in Lake Worth we saw each other alot.Your mom was a very nice and caring person.
    Jay SlotnickMar 6 2010 07:54 am
    Harriet, We were friends growing up. My sincere condolences on your loss.
    Edith BiharyMar 5 2010 04:42 pm
    To the Family of Anita Greenstein, You have lost one of your dearest relatives and I have lost one of my dearest friends.Anita was truly a great lady in all respects and it was indeed a privilege to have known her. She certainly led a worthwhile life and left behind a lovely and caring family. My deepest sympathy to you all! Sincerely, Edith Bihary
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