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Irit Levi

was an actress and producer of films. Most recently she appeared in Woody Allen's Blue Jasmine (2013). Irit had leading roles in: No One Sleeps (2000) which was shown at the Berlin Film Festival; Sand (2010); and ;The Steppe (2011) which was shown at the Moscow (Russia) Film Festival and is scheduled for an October showing at the Syracuse Film Festival. Irit's facility with language was instrumental in her success as a voice-over specialist, and her fluency in German and her personal history made Irit and No One Sleeps particularly popular at the 2000 Berlin Film Festival.

Irit LEVI was born 23 February 1947 in Haifa, Israel to parents who had escaped Germany prior to WW II; Irit came to San Francisco with her family at age ten. She graduated from Lincoln High School, attended San Francisco State College, and received an MA in therapy from Antioch West. In the early 70s Irit spent several years in the Virgin Islands and Stockbridge, Mass., where she first studied acting. In addition to acting, Irit also worked as a Registered Nurse and therapist. For the past 25 years Irit was a resident of Bernal Heights. Irit LEVI died on the 14th of September 2014 at her home in San Francisco.

Irit was predeceased by her parents Heinz and Eleonore LEVI. She is survived by her brother Shaul (Catherine) LEVI and nephews Aaron (Elise) LEVI, Ethan (Elizabeth) LEVI, and Boaz LEVI (Sonja GERRARD). Irit also leaves behind numerous loyal, caring friends, including Joan OMINSKY, Peter WEHAUSEN and Boaz MOR. Graveside services will be held at 1030 Sunday, September 28, at Hills of Eternity Memorial Park, 1301 El Camino Real, Colma.

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Published by San Francisco Chronicle from Sep. 23 to Sep. 24, 2014.

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Verena Lukas

September 17, 2023

Still remember Irit ...a free spirit and a good story teller.
I miss her..

Verena Lukas

September 17, 2020

Six years have passed and I still miss her as a neighbor and friend....our get togethers for drinks and lunch and her wicked humor

Phil Haultain

September 17, 2020

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Henry MayLin

October 2, 2014

We will grow fonder of IRIT when we see her in the movies again. Those were yummy falafels at the gettogether afterwards. 'Twas nice meeting her kinfolks.

Corinne Dowling

September 29, 2014

Complex, funny, big hearted, stubborn, generous, didn't mince words, I had her house key, she had mine, I had her heart, she had mine.

Edward Carrigan

September 29, 2014

I have known Irit for many years now. I will always miss her wicked and playful wit; being embarrassed by something she did while dining out; and practicing a little German language. I'm so shocked and sad that her light is now no longer here. Rest in peace dear friend.

Verena Lukas

September 27, 2014

Irit was a power to be reckoned with . She was contrary , but had a big heart. She was very private yet outgoing in her roles as an actress. She was open and closed , funny and smart . She could be a challenge ......I shall miss her .

Debby Arzt-Mor

September 25, 2014

May irit's memory be for a blessing. our family will miss her as a friend and neighbor.

Phil Haultain

September 25, 2014

I only met Irit briefly, and I wish I'd had the opportunity to hear her talk about her experiences. My best wishes to Irit's remaining family.

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