Elsie Berkowitz

May 27, 2012

Elsie (Kitton) Berkowitz passed away in Ft. Lauderdale on Sunday, May 27, 2012.  Born in New York City to Rebecca and Isadore Kitton on June 22, 1927. Preceded in death by her husband of 58 years, Nathan Steve Berkowitz;  sisters, Shirley (Charles) Sanderowitz, Toby (Abe) Schwartz and brother, Sam (Charolette) Kitton.  Elsie is survived by son, Dr. Jackie (Wendy) Berkowitz, sister, Florence (Paul) Aronowitz, of Florida whom continued so frequently to visit her loyally;   grandchildren, Michelle, Adam, and Brooke of Columbus, Bryan (Leah) and great granddaughters, Isabel and Alyson of New Jersey.  Many loving nieces and nephews. Elsie was a true friend to many and always was present to help others in so many ways, always before caring for herself and her own needs.  These are the things that brought her the most comfort.  She truly had a heart of gold and lived her life totally for her family.  Her most "special friend" and "most special love" was her daughter-in-law, Wendy.  Under all circumstances Wendy was there throughout to guide her, calm her and take care of her up to her final day. A private burial for the immediate family will be held at New Agudas Achim Cemetery.  In lieu of flowers, donations preferred to The Juvenile Diabetes Department at Nationwide Children's Hospital.