DICKSTEIN, ROBERT ALAN, 89, passed away Sunday, September 16, 2018. He was born in Brooklyn, NY, a son of the late Solomon and Lenore (Felcher) Dickstein. After moving frequently as a child, he settled in Roslyn Heights, NY. He moved to Providence RI 15 years ago, most recently residing at the Highlands on the East Side and Steere House Nursing and Rehabilitation Center where he received compassionate care.
Bob had a successful career as a commercial photographer, and was rarely seen without a camera in his hand. He traveled all over the world with his cameras. A favorite project took him across the country to capture a slice of America through a history of clocks which was produced in his book, “Horology Americana.” He believed that the art of photography was about using light to create goodness and meaning, and to push back against darkness. He cared deeply about supporting others who were struggling to express themselves through art, and was considered to be a mentor by many. In the end, he did “rage against the dying of the light.”
He is survived by his wife Elaine; children Marc (Deborah) and Susan (Tony Saccone) Dickstein; sister Joan Goldberger; sister-in-law Alice; grandchildren Matthew, Eric, and Lila Dickstein and Max, Alexander, and Benjamin Saccone; many nieces and nephews; and a host of friends and creative souls. He was the brother of the late George Dickstein.
Funeral services will be held Friday, September 21st at 1:30PM at the Historic Chapel in Swan Point Cemetery, 585 Blackstone Blvd, Providence with burial in Swan Point. Contributions in his memory to the charity of your choice would be appreciated. Shiva will be private.
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