Jay Z. Shoor Obituary (1945 - 2016)

Jay Z. Shoor, age 71, passed away on September 4, 2016. Preceded in death by his father, Robert Shoor and step mother, Bette Shoor; mother, Leona Gennis and step father, Murray Gennis. He is survived by his longtime companion, Sandra Overstreet; sons, Michael (Shana) Levin and Scott Levin; sisters, Susan (Steve) Seder and Nancy (Howard) Farber; brother, Barry (Robin Wolfe) Shoor; grandchildren, Leah, Avner and Ethan Levin; brothers-in-law, Jeff (Anita) Grossman and Steve (Meg MacLeod) Grossman; Candi Shoor; Rita Shoor and many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Jay was very independent; at the same time, he was extremely passionate about his Judaism and Animal Rescue. Gentle and kind, he will be remembered for his quick wit and sardonic sense of humor. Funeral services will be held at 10:30am on Tuesday, September 6 at Epstein Memorial Chapel, 3232 E. Main St. Interment will follow at New Tifereth Israel Cemetery. Shiva will be observed at the home of Michael and Shana Levin on Tuesday from 4 – 8pm. In lieu of flowers, donations are preferred to the Adult Education Fund at Congregation Tifereth Israel, 1354 E. Broad St. Columbus 43205.