Marshall Rubin passed away suddenly on July 28, 2025. His passing was swift and unexpected. Born in Detroit, Michigan, on May 16, 1939, Marshall lived a life marked by compassion, commitment, and deep love for his family and community.
He is survived by his beloved wife of 58 years, Susan; daughter Amara (Daniel) and sons Chad (Megumi Ito) and Jared (Marla Harris);
and grandchildren Aiden, Caleb, Sofia, Lily, Milena, and Elijah. He also leaves behind many extended family members and dear friends who were touched by his warmth and generosity.
Marshall held a Master of Social Work from Rutgers University and dedicated his career to supporting individuals with chronic mental illness. He was the founder and longtime Executive Director of Fellowship House in Miami, Florida. His work extended to assisting the elderly, members of the military, and those recovering from natural disasters — always driven by a desire to make a difference in the lives of others.
The family was at the center of Marshall’s world. In his younger years, he enjoyed coaching his children in sports and never lost his affection for dogs. A passionate traveler and lifelong Democrat, Marshall also helped found and served as the first president of the Secular Humanist Jewish Circle (SHJC) in Tucson. He was an engaged member of the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at the University of Arizona and a dedicated fan of Arizona Wildcats men’s and women’s basketball.
Marshall was a man who cared deeply about the world around him—he loved watching the news, following current events, and participating in civil discourse.
In lieu of flowers, contributions in Marshall’s memory may be made to the Secular Humanist Jewish Circle (SHJC) at 3020 W. Trevi Place Unit 200, Tucson, AZ 85741, to the Society for Humanistic Judaism (SHJ.org), the Public Broadcasting Service (PBS), or to a charity of your choice.
He will be deeply missed and always remembered.
