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Bienstock

Joseph S. Bienstock, D.D.S. passed away on July 17, 2022, at age 95. Beloved husband of, and predeceased by, Phyllis (nee Rappeport) for 57 years. Adored father of Michele Bienstock Levin (Bob Marrazzo) and predeceased by Madge Bienstock. Cherished grandfather of Daniel Levin (Arielle), Laura Levin Schumacher (Christopher), and Sarah Levin. Born and raised in Brooklyn, NY, Joseph Bienstock started college at age 16, served in the U.S. Navy, and returned to The Citadel to finish his college education. Dr. Bienstock received his D.D.S. degree from The Graduate School of Medicine at The University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Joseph Solomon Bienstock, a well-known oral and maxillofacial surgeon, established one of the top practices in the Philadelphia area. He was Chief of Oral Maxillofacial Surgery both at Rolling Hill Hospital in Elkins Park and Einstein Hospital Northern Division in Philadelphia. Dr. Bienstock was Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of Pennsylvania and Clinical Associate Professor in the Department of Oral Surgery at Temple University School of Dentistry. A born leader, Dr. Joe Bienstock contributed to his community in numerous ways throughout his life. He was the President of the Eastern Dental Society, the Philadelphia Society of Endodontists and Oral surgeons, and the Greater Northeast Dental Society. Dr. Bienstock served in many capacities within the Federation of Jewish agencies, including as Oral Surgeon Chairman of the Allied Jewish Appeal, Dental Division. Additionally, he performed weekly pro bono dental surgery for the needy. Upon retiring, he and his wife moved to Florida to be near their daughter, Michele, and the grandchildren. Dr. Bienstock acted as president for his condominium building, and until his passing, Doc Joe served as president of his retirement community. Dr. Joseph S. Bienstock and Phyllis P. Bienstock were philanthropists, establishing scholarships for The Citadel, The University of Pennsylvania dental students, and donating generously to the Chabad at Clearwater, FL. Dr. Bienstock’s favorite pastimes were travelling the globe and dancing with his wife, reading, watching old movies, staying current with world news, spending quality time with his family and friends, and eating a good steak. He was a healer, our patriarch, our advisor, and our hero.  He led an exemplary life of honor and duty, was a great listener, loved to laugh and had a wonderfully positive attitude. He lived life to the fullest, and forever will be missed and live in our hearts. If you’d like to offer condolences/tributes for Dr. Bienstock, you can do so by visiting the Guest Book at Goldsteins’ Rosenberg’s Raphael-Sacks Obituaries at: http://www.legacy.com

Contributions in Dr. Bienstock’s memory may be made to Pinellas Talking Book Library: PPLC.us/TBL or sent to 1330 Cleveland Street, Clearwater, FL, 33755

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