Natalie Levine

Born June 7, 1916 Duluth. Died March 25, 2008 Minneapolis. Preceded in death by her husband and collaborator of 69 years, Mort. Survived by daughters Harriet (Bruce) Bart and Tammy Farace, grandchildren Bradley (Susan), Eden (Paul), and Gavin (Caprice), and great grandchildren Lea, Aliza, Ellen, Nina, and Nathan. Natalie was a no-nonsense woman of practicality. Raised in the depression, she knew the value of both hard work and generosity. She never sought recognition for her own accomplishments; she instead preferred to push others to reach their potential. She enjoyed drama and fashion design, was a skilled seamstress, and had a knack for bargain shopping. Natalie used money saved from coupon shopping to help establish a market for residents of a local assisted living facility. She used her problem solving skills to advise her family and assist Mort who was blinded in mid-life. A stoic, she was neither a lullaby nor a storm; she was not afraid to share her opinions until dementia stole them away. The family expresses their deep gratitude to Sandy Nelson who helped bring quality to Natalie’s final months. Special appreciation is also extended to Mary Parker, Dr. Lawrence Kerzner, and the dedicated caregivers at Twin Cities Hospice.Funeral 2 PM on Friday March 28, at Temple Israel, 2324 Emerson Ave. S. In lieu of flowers please send donations to the Alzheimer’s Association: 225 N. Michigan Ave., Fl. 17 Chicago, Ill. 60601-7633.