Sharon Gay Levinson (nee Lutes)
September 1st, 2018
Sharon Gay Levinson, née Lutes
April 1, 1945 – September 1, 2018
It is with tremendous sadness that we announce the passing of Sharon Levinson. Sharon was born and raised in Medicine Hat, Alberta. Sharon married Ralph Levinson on August 17, 1963. Sharon and Ralph had known each other since kindergarten and enjoyed 55 years of marriage that saw the birth of three children; Brent, Andrea, and Joel. Sharon died in Ralph’s arms - the love of her life.
Early in their life together, Sharon earned a Diploma from the Toronto Conservatory of Music. She supported the family as a piano teacher in their early years. Sharon graduated from the Alberta College of Art with a Diploma in the Visual Arts. In addition to being a painter, Sharon had a long and varied business career including as a retail store manager, Xerox sales executive, and finally as a Certified Financial Planner with Investors’ Group. After retiring in 2011, Sharon and Ralph enjoyed their garden and traveling the world together. They visited all the provinces of Canada, most countries in Europe, most states in the US, Australia and New Zealand and the Caribbean and Mexico. Sharon and Ralph lived in Calgary, Santa Barbara, and Tucson, and was a resident of Airdrie for over 40 years.
Sharon deeply valued her family and friends and could always be counted on to be there for support. She was a generous friend and made the community a better place to live. Sharon was the Board Chair of the Airdrie Library Board and was instrumental in the creation of the Airdrie Judo Club.
Sharon is lovingly remembered by her husband, Ralph; and son, Brent (Trish) Levinson and his step-children Bethany (Jeff) Schuetzle and Logan (Jamie) Pritchard and 3 great grand step-children (Claire, Corbin, Kendall) of Bismarck ND; son, Joel (Tami) and grandchildren Quinn and Kai in Victoria, BC.; siblings: Bernice Gaetz, Mervyn Lutes, Eugene Lutes and Ken Lutes and their families.
Sharon was predeceased by her infant daughter Andrea and her sister Norrine Ross.
The family extends their sincerest gratitude to the caregivers at Dulcina Hospice where Sharon spent the last four months of her life. Sharon’s friends and family and the Duclina caregivers, both staff and volunteers, and have been a tremendous loving support, extending kindness, caring, and encouragement during long and very difficult time.
A celebration of life for Sharon will be held on Saturday September 15th at 10:00AM at the Hampton Inn, 52 East Lake Avenue, Airdrie, AB.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes can be made in memory of Sharon Levinson directly to Dulcina Hospice at St Margeurite Manor c/o Covenant Foundation, Rm 3C60, 11111 Jasper Ave, Edmonton, AB T5K 0L4 or www.covenantfoundation.ca “Donate Today”.
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to Airdrie Hospice Society to support the construction of a hospice in Airdrie at: https://www.atbcares.com/ enter Airdrie Hospice Society, "Donate Today"
Messages:
We want to express our deepest sympathies to Ralph, Brent,Trish,Joel,and Tammy and family! Sharon was a great lady and will be missed by all! Gabe and Marlene Flores
Our deepest sympathies to Sharon's family during this difficult time. Sharon was a beautiful lady, may your memories bring you comfort and peace.
We would like to extend our deepest condolences to Ralph, Brent, Trish and the entire Levinson family. Sharon lived a very fulfilling and rich life. All of you were extremely blessed to have her in your lives.
Ralph, so sorry to hear of your loss of Sharon. She was a beautiful person and will be missed. May your many memories help you at this difficult time.
Ralph - our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your entire family, Joel & Tammy and the boys and of course Trish & Brent and family. Sharon was such a beautiful and classy lady. It's been so great to get see you guys when you come to the Dakotas. Take care of yourself Ralph. Deepest Sympathy - Pam, Troy, Jordan, Arianna and Alyssa Bitz
I met Sharon in the early 80s when I was a part of her larger family. In addition to her being warm and welcoming I was also very inspired by her art and advise relative to a career as an artist. That advise has served me well. She was also my trusted financial advisor for many years. She was thorough, very skilled and extremely easy to talk to. Sharon was an important part of my past and will continue to be in my future thoughts. Sincere condolences to Ralph, Brent, Joel and Sharon's extended family and loved ones.
Ralph, Brent, Trish and family, I am so sorry for your loss! Sharon was such a beautiful person, I really enjoyed her stories when she got her haircut while here in ND. She will be missed!
Dear Ralph, I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Sharon. My deepest condolences to you and your family. Even though I didn't know your family personally I felt like I shared with you and Sharon the joys and love you have for your family with all the conversations we have had over the past few years. You are in my thoughts and prayers at this very difficult time. Leona
We are so sorry that Sharon passed away Ralph. Please accept our condolences for you and your family. We will not be here for the celebration of Sharon's life on September 15, as we fly to Montreal tomorrow morning, September 11. Sharon was such a nice, friendly and caring person, and she will be missed by the people who knew her. Wilson and Lise Pittman
Ralph and families We are so sorry for your loss! Sharon was a wonderful woman. Cherish the memories! Daryl and Mary Lou Balerud
Ralph and family, We are so sorry for your loss. Thinking of you and sending love from the Muir family, Bob and Gail, Calgary, Alberta and Kerry and Joan, Pensacola, Florida.
Ralph and family, My sincere condolences to you all, and sorry I could not attend services, to share this time with you all. I know the support will be there from the Investors Group family. Her memories will live on, and my best to you all going forward. Sam Fishman
Ralph and Family,I am So sorry for your loss. I will miss chatting with Sharon at Pat and Jan’s Christmas. I Know My husband David really enjoyed working with Sharon at IG. May your wonderful memories of Sharon help with your Grief. Sincerely Barbara E. Bowman
Ralph - I am so sorry for your loss. Sharon will be deeply missed by all. Try to find comfort in your memories and that your love lives on forever in your heart!
So sorry for your loss. She was such a nice lady. We will be thinking of you all during this difficult time. Our Sincere sympathies and prayers go out to you. Leonard,Dawn, Kayla and Journie.
Brent and family - so sorry to learn about Sharon. I only had the opportunity to meet her once, in Bismarck, when she proudly attended the grand opening of the new office. But in that short meeting and conversation it was very apparent that she was incredibly talented and demonstrated great pride in her family. I'm sure there will be an adjustment to move forward without her physical presence, but please keep the lessons she taught close to your heart and that way she will always be with you.
Ralph, Brent &Trish, Joel & Tami and family, we are sorry for your loss. Sharon was a wonderful, caring person. We are thinking of you all at this difficult time. Our deepest sympathy. Kathy and Aaron Zahn
Ralph and family, We were so sorry to hear of Sharon's passing. Even though she is gone, she will live forever in the hearts and souls of all who knew and loved her.
Ralph Sorry for your loss, Sharon was a wonderful person. Thinking of you and your family during this difficult time. With Deepest Sympathy Janet, Phil, Breena & Brooklyn Sand Bismarck, North Dakota
Ralph and family, we are so sorry for your loss. With sympathy at this sad time, Jim and Deb Horner