Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
BORN
1941
DIED
2020
Sheldon Nitzky Obituary
Sheldon Nitzky was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on December 20, 1941 to the late Nathan and Ruth Nitzky. He lived there until November 30, 1978, the day he married Ronna Medway Nitzky, and they moved to Scottsdale, Arizona to start a new life together. He is survived by Ronna and their four children Alene Nitzky (Dennis Leck), Nathan Nitzky (Becky Thiry), Robin Persiani (Michele), and Andrew Medway, and four grandchildren James, Jenny, Matteo, and Luca. Sheldon passed away on October 14, 2020 after years of living with Parkinson's.
Sheldon worked in lighting manufacturing and design all his life. Together with Ronna, they founded Design Lighting Products, 2nd Ave Design and Pentimento Lighting. He was passionate about his work and loved the social and creative nature of it. Hard-working, generous, caring, kind, and helpful to others, he was constantly busy, moving, and doing. His boundless energy amazed everyone who met him.
Sheldon was a comedic spark of light to everyone who knew him. His quick wit and unfiltered sense of humor were with him all the way to the end. "Where I'm going, I'm turning off my cell phone, don't call me."
Hard work never ended with Sheldon's workdays. He was always active. He loved to stay physically fit and worked out regularly with his personal trainer, Michael Anderson, for 23 years. Despite his chronic illness, he continued his fitness routine, keeping himself in the best possible physical condition, knowing that it would help him stay strong and independent.
He loved boxing, tap dancing, and singing with the Tremble Clefs, a Parkinson's singing group. He enjoyed time with his family, especially summer vacations at the beach. He loved good food prepared exactly the way he wanted it, music, Broadway musicals, and comedy, especially Mel Brooks.
Per Sheldon's wishes, no services will be held. The family thanks Ben Macharia of Constant Care for his compassionate care. Please do not send flowers, but please do send donations to Tremble Clefs Arizona https://trembleclefsarizona.org
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Sheldon Nitzky
3 Entries
Mary Wall
November 28, 2020
Ronna and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Sheldon was a wonderful guy and I greatly enjoyed our time spent together tap dancing. He was also so positive and willing to try anything. He will be greatly missed.
How you can show support
Follow
Get email updates whenever changes are made.
Send flowers
Consider sending flowers.
Add photos
Share their life with photo memories.
Plant trees
Honor them by planting trees in their memory.
Donate in Memory
Make a donation in memory of your loved one.
Share this page
Invite other friends and family to visit the page.
Tom and Melanie Risk
October 20, 2020
Words cannot express the sadness in our hearts with your loss of Sheldon. We purchased lighting fixtures from Sheldon and Ronna back in the mid eighties for custom homes we were building and still have some of the fixtures to this day. Although we haven't seen Sheldon and Ronna for over 35 years, we still think of both of you when we see those fixtures. You are truly amazing. Our thoughts and prayers are with Sheldon, Ronna and their family.
Kary Reed
October 18, 2020
What an amazing guy! His wit and wisdom will stay with me forever. I loved his boundless energy and his love for Ronna!
Go sing high upon that mountain my friend!
Hugs and smiles ~ Kary Reed
Showing 1 - 3 of 3 results
Make a Donation
in Sheldon Nitzky's name
Memorial Events
for Sheldon Nitzky
How to support Sheldon's loved ones
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief
Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.
Read more
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read moreWays to honor Sheldon Nitzky's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
