Memorial Book for Joel Rutenberg
As you read these messages, may there be comfort in knowing that others are thinking of you.

The Benjamin Family



Gary and Rene Mandel January 01, 2026 11:06 AM
To Ian and Jenny: Our deepest condolences to the entire family. May your father’s memory console you at this difficult time.
Janice and Ray January 01, 2026 08:25 AM
Very saddened to read about Joel’s passing. He was a great guy and we send our deepest condolences to the family
Zac Gollant December 31, 2025 03:09 PM
Joel was my cousins Zadie, I remember this one year where we all had Rosh Hashanah together. Joel brought his Shofar but I remember how he was able to blow it and make it sound. Everybody else at the table including me tried making it sound but we all failed. It was impressive and I still remember the day he was the only one who could blow the shofar. It was pretty cool!
Brian Sachar December 31, 2025 02:11 PM
I knew Joel via his condo, really enjoyed his personality and acumen, and will miss him. Sincere condolences to his family at this difficult time. May his memory be a blessing. Brian Sachar
Jim and Rob D''Orazio December 31, 2025 01:27 PM
Our condolences go out to the entire family during this difficult time. You remain in our thoughts and prayers.
Mort Golub December 31, 2025 01:03 PM
Joel was a friend of mine during our teenage years. I remember him fondly, and am sad to hear of his passing away best wishes to the family Mort Golub
Susan and Neil December 31, 2025 12:42 PM
I don’t think i have enough space to begin to tell you what Joel meant to me. Funny!Smart!Sweet!Nuts!!!!! but most of all unique!!He was JR and Jolie,Dad, and Zadie and most of all just our Joel. He was and always will be my special Joel.
Samara Jerod Zac and Ari December 31, 2025 12:25 PM
To the whole family, we are sorry for the loss of Joel, happy we got to spend some time with Joel at family holidays. We are thinking of you and we are sending our love to you all.
Sandi Teperman Harley Goldlist December 31, 2025 11:53 AM
Susan and family, thoughts and prayers to the entire family. May Joel’s memory be a blessing to all of you.
Desiree & Blayne December 31, 2025 11:51 AM
Dani, Andrew, Jack & Rachel We are deeply saddened to hear about the passing of your beloved father. May you find peace in the memories you shared together The Creed Family xo
Jessica Feldberg December 31, 2025 09:44 AM
Susan and Family…I am so sad to hear of Joel’s passing. I know what a special man he was to all of you and I’m so sorry to hear this news. May his memory be a beautiful blessing to all of you.
Greg and Pam Evigan December 31, 2025 12:51 AM
Dear Susan and Family, we are so saddened to hear of Joels passing. We have so many wonderful memories of our times with him. He was such a wonderful friend to us and our family for the year we were in Toronto. May his memories be a blessing for you and the family. Sending our deepest condolences. Much love from all of the Evigan’s.
Carol and Laurin Saltzman December 30, 2025 09:08 PM
Dear Susan and Family, Your loss is so very tragic. May all your wonderful loving memories be long lasting
Rebecca and Matt Stainton December 30, 2025 09:05 PM
We are so sorry for your loss. Our heartfelt condolences. Thinking of you during this difficult time. May great memories be in your thoughts.
Judy & Joe December 30, 2025 08:42 PM
We are heartbroken for you and your family. We loved Joel and will always miss his presence. May your memories of him always sustain you
Jack Salomon December 30, 2025 07:04 PM
I love you and you were the best zadie ever. We will never forget you
Cayla & Lenny Hochberg December 30, 2025 07:00 PM
You were a good friend to my parents and I know they will be waiting to welcome you. Our hearts go out to you, Susan, and your beautiful family.
Susan Gordin December 30, 2025 04:22 PM
Dear Susan, Jen and families, I was so sad to learn of the passing of Joel. You always talked about him Susan with such affection and admiration. I know his memory will be a blessing. Thinking of all of you and this sad loss. Sending deepest condolences xoxo Susan and Phil Gordin
Shayna December 30, 2025 03:17 PM
So many amazing memories of Joel growing up. Always making everyone laugh around the dinner table. We are heartbroken for you all and sending so much love.
Tara Resnick December 30, 2025 03:01 PM
Rutenberg’s, I am so very sorry for this massive loss. Joel was full of life and love and was always the first to dish out the real talk to me, when I needed it most. My heart is broken for you and I am sending all of you so much love.
Jaime Verk December 30, 2025 02:55 PM
My deepest heartfelt condolences to The Rutenberg family. May your memories of Joel hold you lovingly during this difficult transition.