Bertram Levin Obituary
Newark - Age 93, passed away peacefully on July 23, 2018.
He grew up in Chicago, IL, the son of Abraham and Leah Levin. After serving in a US Army Intelligence Training Unit, Bert completed his undergraduate degree at Roosevelt College in Chicago and earned a PhD in economics with a minor in philosophy at the University of Wisconsin, Madison. He was a professor of economics at the University of Delaware from 1964 until he retired in 1991 as Professor Emeritus and was honored with an award in his name, the Bertram Levin Outstanding Student Fund, presented to students who display intellectual curiosity about economics.
Dr. Levin was the devoted husband of Shelly for 69 years; loving father of Susan Nissan (Drew Dubester), Steven Levin, and Nancy Levin (Vincent Ross); and wonderful grandfather of Amit and Roey Nissan.
A memorial service will be held at 4:00 pm, Monday, July 30, 2018 at Temple Beth El, 301 Possum Park Road, Newark, DE 19711. Shiva will be observed 7:00 pm, Tuesday, July 31 at the Levin residence. To honor his memory, in lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to Temple Beth El, the Bertram Levin Outstanding Student Fund at the University of Delaware, or a charity of your choice.
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Billie and Steven SANDLER
August 2, 2018
Shelly, we were saddened to hear of your great loss.
Bert was a terrific man and we enjoyed having him as part of our book club. May you and your family find comfort in lots of happy memories
love, Billie and Steven Sandler
Dorothy Kushner
August 2, 2018
My deepest condolences to Bert's loving family. I'm fortunate to have known him and Shelly for many years, and have fond memories of his vast knowledge and sociability. May his memory be a blessing.
July 30, 2018
Bert was a sweet, kind, loving friend and neighbor. We will miss him dearly in Florida where his smile lit up the halls and lifted our hearts. Elaine and Herman Poritzky
Andi France
July 29, 2018
Shelley and family,Aaron France told me of Bert's passing, and I wanted to express my sincere condolences. May his memory be of a blessing. Andi France (Fern and Sam's daughter)
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Joanne Chopak-Foss
July 29, 2018
Dr. L, surrogate father to Nancy's roomamtes at Delaware. Dear, sweet, man, I will remember him fondly, especially because all discussions were philosophical and enlightening, Rest well.
Andi & Howie Cohen
July 29, 2018
With great love and admiration for our cousin Bert and his loving family.
Andi and Howie Cohen
Maxine LaPlace
July 27, 2018
Shelly, Nancy, Susan and Steven,
Leslie kept me informed when Bert became ill and I was hoping that he would recover. My deepest sympathies to you all.
RK
July 27, 2018
Please accept my dearest and heartfelt sympathy; I am so sorry for your loss. May the God who "binds up the brokenhearted" and "comforts all who mourn" sustain your family during this challenging time. Isaiah 61:1, 2
Bob Weiner
July 27, 2018
Dr Bertram Levin...Bert...was an important influence in my life. Humble, caring, giving, loving, inspirational and extremely bright, he will be reminded by thousands of friends, family and former students forever in our hearts and minds.
New Castle County Councilman Bob Weiner, University of Delaware Class of '72.
Most importantly...one of Bert's kids.
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