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SYLVIA LAVITT
She is survived by her children, Carey (Bernie), Frank (Ahava), Gail (Ron); grandchildren, Jennifer (Mat Kostrinsky), Farrah (Ryan O'Colman), Sam (Rachel) Simkin, Carli (Jason Kirkorsky), Andrew Worb, and Samantha Worb; and great- grandchildren, Hank and David Kostrinsky and Jonah, Penina, and Vered Simkin. She was predeceased by her loving and devoted husband Joey; her parents, Sam and Pearl Sholom Gunn; and her sister Anne.
Sylvia led a full and vibrant life. Gifted at math, she worked at H&R Block and Revenue Canada. We will forever remember her jovial laugh and smile, which would always light up any room. She was passionate about playing bridge, swimming, and watching the Blue Bombers and Jeopardy! She also enjoyed traveling and spent winters in Palm Springs, California. Yet, her greatest pleasure was spending time with her family.
Funeral services and burial were held on Monday, December 20, 2021 at Shaarey Zedek Cemetery.
Pallbearers were Bernie and Sam Simkin, Cole Gunn, Hart Kaplan, and Craig and Riley Pasternak. Honorary pallbearers were Mat, Hank, and David Kostrinsky, Ryan O'Colman, Jason Kirkorsky, Jonah Simkin, Sid Halpern, Bernie Gunn, Fivie Gunn, Howard Lavitt, Harvey Garfinkel, and Russ Lavitt.
The family wishes to extend our deepest gratitude to Rabbi Altein for his meaningful tribute and to the staff at Shaftesbury Park Retirement Residence and the staff at Health Sciences Center for their compassionate care. Shiva was observed privately by the family.
Donations to honor Sylvia's memory may be made to the Lubavitch Center, 1845 Mathers Avenue, Winnipeg, MB R3N 0N2. Tel: (204) 339-8737.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Dec 22, 2021
Condolences & Memories (5 entries)
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I always enjoyed playing cards with Bubbe Sib, as I called her. To this day, a deck of cards always makes me remember the times playing War with her when I was younger (and winning), and the times when I played Hearts with her when I was older (and losing badly). I miss her greatly, but feel so blessed that I got to know and love her in the first place. - Posted by: Hank Kostrinsky (Grandson) on: Nov 02, 2023
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She was an extraordinary person and a fabulous friend. May her memory always be a blessing to her family. - Posted by: Shirley Shinoff (Friend ) on: Dec 25, 2021
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We are thinking of your family with deepest sympathy. You are in out thoughts and prayers. The beautiful memories of Sylvia and the impact they made in your lives will be cherished by you forever. Sylvia was kind and compassionate. She had such a positive attitude and enthusiasm for life! - Posted by: Patti, Johanna, and Kris & Katie ,Vancouver & California (family friends) on: Dec 22, 2021
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I’m so sorry to hear of Sylvia’s passing. As close friends of my parents, Zelda and Scotty Barlin, Sylvia and Joey were often at our home, and they played a prominent role in our family’s life. Joey was also my father’s apprentice at the College Drug Store in the late 1940’s. Our family picture albums are filled with photos of their happy days together. My deepest condolences to the family. - Posted by: Elly Barlin-Daniels (Friend ) on: Dec 22, 2021
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I had the pleasure of knowing Mrs.Lavitt and her husband Joe as their automotive service person for almost 50 years. I really enjoyed dealing with both of them. Mrs. Lavitt was a special person a real pleasure to have as a customer. - Posted by: Harold Erickson (a Familly Acquaintance) on: Dec 22, 2021