Joseph Saul Kornfeld
1876–1944 (age 68)
Biography
Joseph Saul Kornfeld (1876-1944) served as the rabbi of Congregation Anshe Emeth before taking on broader responsibilities as the U.S. minister to Persia, balancing spiritual leadership with diplomatic service. His articulate voice and measured judgment helped bridge communities at home and abroad during an era of swift change.
Friends remember him as someone who listened carefully, who greeted newcomers warmly, and who believed in the power of knowledge and understanding; he rests now in Congregation Anshe Emeth Cemetery, leaving a legacy of thoughtful engagement.