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SHARON LEVENTHAL Obituary

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Tanzer, age 74, passed away April 12, 2015. Sharon was a graduate of P.S. duPont High School class of 1958. She received her Bachelor's Degree from Barnard College class of 1962, a Master's Degree from Stanford University and she was a Fulbright Scholar. A longtime resident of Washington, DC, she worked with her husband, Paul Leventhal as the Vice President of the Nuclear Control Institute. Sharon was a passionate advocate for nuclear nonproliferation and a healthy environment. Preceded in death by her husband, Paul; she is survived by sons, Ted and Josh and their spouses; three grandchildren; three siblings and many nieces and nephews. A graveside service will be 11am, Wednesday, April 15, 2015 at the Jewish Community Cemetery, 401 Foulk Road, Wilmington, DE 19803. Shiva will be observed 7pm, Wednesday and Thursday at the home of Dan and Hinda Tanzer. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to the Lewy Body Dementia Association www.lbda.org Services by Schoenberg Memorial Chapel.

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Published by New York Times on Apr. 14, 2015.

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Milton Hoenig

April 21, 2015

Sharon Leventhal joined Paul as a true visionary. My condolences to her family.

Alireza Jafarzadeh

April 15, 2015

What a wonderful life and great contribution to nonproliferation and world peace by both Paul and Sharon Leventhal.
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Alireza Jafarzadeh
Author, The Iran Threat
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Tom Clements

April 15, 2015

Sharon's work at the Nuclear Control Institute in Washington, DC was admirable and it made a difference in the world of nuclear non-proliferation. My thoughts are with the family, who have all reason to be proud of the work of Sharon and Paul. Tom Clements, at NCI 1999-2002

April 15, 2015

The Nuclear Control Institute is a great legacy to celebrate the accomplishments and lives of two wonderful peopleSharon and Paul LeventhalRaymond Tanter

April 14, 2015

We are so sorry to hear of Sharon's passing. Thinking of you at this very sad time.

Niki and Dave

Charles Levithan

April 14, 2015

Judy
Sorry to read about Sharon. Memorizes of 22nd Street.
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