Jerrold "Jerry" Jay Levine Obituary (1939 - 2022)

Age 82, passed away on July 15, 2022, surrounded by his loving family. Preceded in death by his parents, Molly and Bill Levine; and brother, Harvey Levine. Survived by his childhood sweetheart, best friend, and devoted wife, Ruth of sixty years; his loving daughters, Elyse Levine Less, and Allison Levine; sons-in-law, Ron Less and Cameron Jones; five grandchildren, Brandon, Justin, Ethan Less, and Maximilian and Dashiell Miller of whom he was so proud; and many nieces, nephews and friends. Jerry was born in the Bronx and made his way to Minnesota in 1965. He built a successful business and created a joyful life in the Twin Cities but never lost his New York accent. Jerry and Ruth traveled the world together and never missed a family celebration or any opportunity for fun. His love of life did not come to an end with his death. His battle with illness in recent years showed his courage in facing these challenges with grace. Despite it all, Jerry came out a hero to us all and stayed strong until the end. Jerry will be missed by many because he was loved by so many. Funeral service 2:00 PM on MONDAY, July 18th at ADATH JESHURUN CONGREGATION, 10500 Hillside Ln. W., Minnetonka. Memorials preferred to the University of MN Otolaryngology Resident Research and Education or donor’s choice. SHIVA 7:00 PM on Monday and Tuesday at Ruth’s residence. Funeral will be livestreamed through Adath Jeshurun’s website.