Jutta Rosentreter

This memorial commemorates Jutta Rosentreter, who was born in 1934. It marks her last known place of residence before she was deported on 19th October 1942. The inscription indicates her life was tragically cut short, as she was murdered just three days later, on 22nd October 1942, in Riga. This small, yet significant, memorial serves as a poignant reminder of an individual life lost amidst a larger historical atrocity, ensuring that her memory is preserved and acknowledged.

The memorial is a Stolperstein, meaning 'stumbling stone,' which is a type of commemorative plaque embedded in the pavement in front of the last voluntarily chosen residence of victims of National Socialism. These stones are part of a widespread project across Europe, designed to bring personal remembrance to public spaces. Each Stolperstein aims to return victims from abstract numbers to individuals, allowing passers-by to 'stumble' upon their stories and reflect on the profound human cost of the era's persecution and violence. They stand as a decentralised monument, collectively honouring millions.

This memorial is located in Berlin, embedded within the pavement. Visitors can find it at the address associated with Jutta Rosentreter's last residence. As a Stolperstein, it is set directly into the ground, making it fully accessible at street level during daylight hours. Respectful engagement typically involves pausing to read the inscription and reflecting on the individual's story in its original context, within the everyday urban environment.