Bob Levitz

Bob Levitz, age 88, of Deerfield, Founder of The Greater Chicago Group, later GCG Financial and now Alera Group. Bob had a tremendously positive impact on the lives of his associates and importantly on the clients they all served. In the financial services industry, he earned many distinguished awards and was often sought after as a featured speaker at industry conferences and collegiate forums due to his quick wit and unrivaled gift for telling stories.

He is the beloved husband and high school sweetheart of the late Donna Jean Levitz; loving father and mentor of Alan (Carrie), David (Lorrie), and Ricky (Julie) Levitz; adored "Grandpa Bob-O" of Zachary (Melanie), Jordan (Kelly), Annie (Aaron), Lexie (Jon), Andy, Hannah (fiancé John), Matthew, and Chloe; proud great grandfather of Dylan, Reese, Mia, Max, August, and Madison; devoted son of the late Arthur and the late Jean Levitz; dear brother-in-law of the late Linda (Steve) Randall; treasured uncle of Randy (Amy), Jessica, Josh, Jodi (Ken), Steven, Bleu, and the late Stephen. Bob and Donna's friends were dear to both of them. Bob was an avid golfer and loyal White Sox fan, and he was also an accomplished author. Bob left an indelible mark on countless lives that he impacted both personally and professionally. He leaves behind an impressive legacy that will inspire many generations to come. Memorial Service Monday, 12 Noon CT at The Chapel, 8851 Skokie Blvd., Skokie (at Niles Center Rd. and Skokie Blvd.). Interment Private. In lieu of flowers, contributions would be appreciated to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF), www.jdrf.org, Alzheimer's Association, www.alz.org, or to a charity of your choice. Information: The Goldman Funeral Group, www.goldmanfuneralgroup.com (847) 478-1600.