Shirlie Levitin Obituary (1935 - 2015)

Shirlie Wilson Schiff Levitin, died suddenly at home in her sleep at the age of 80, on August 6, 2015. She was a beloved person to all, and had a genuine love of life. She taught her children and grandchildren tolerance and respect for diversity and towards all mankind, irrespective of race, religion or creed. This kind, classy matriarch of the Schiff/Spivack family will forever be in all of our hearts. Shirlie served diligently on many boards, charities and political causes. She favored her Synagogue and Jewish causes along with Buckeye Boys Ranch. She loved her family so much and constantly nurtured and cared about us all. Preceded in death by her husband, Dr. Milton Levitin and daughter, Linda Levitin Harris. Survived by her children, Scott Schiff, Todd (Tracey) Schiff, Michael (Patty) Schiff, Lisa (Mark) Spivack, Barry (Alice) Levitin, Steven Levitin, Susan Levitin, Marty Levitin and Lynda Schiff; sisters, Barbara Scott and Toby (Lester) Crystal; grandchildren, Zachary (Courtney), Jared, Lexi, Gabby and Emma Schiff, Justin, Ethan and Dylan Schiff, Sophie, Juliette, Stefan and Adrien Schiff, Brett, Jessica and Adam Spivack, Bonnie (Jason) Dickman, Benjamin Levitin, Rachel and Erin Levitin; 3 great grandchildren; special caregivers, Willa Calloway, Greg Banks, Tammy Brothers and Sue Williams. Funeral services will be held at 2:00pm on Sunday, August 9th at TEMPLE ISRAEL, 5419 E. Broad St. Burial will follow at New Agudas Achim Cemetery. Shiva will be observed at the home of Scott Schiff Sunday following interment and Monday – Wednesday from 7 – 9pm. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of donor’s choice.