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This obituary was originally published in the Star Tribune.
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Dalia Michaud
June 30, 2017
My deepest condolences to the family, I just found out at Dr Levine had passed. Dr. Levine was the best doctor ever. He delivered one my children Dr Kadue did the rest and has always had a special place in my heart. Miss you tons
Lori Jones
February 11, 2006
When i was boasting about my beloved Howard this week, my gyn from 1968-1999, i was told by my physician that he had died. This was on Feb 9, almost 4 months after his death. My heart sank. Howard and Alice had been an important part of my life. I just love them both. Not only did they see me thru all of my 3 childbirths and annual physicals and in-between visits, he and Alice attended the funeral of my first and only child at that time, Jennifer, who was 11 when she died. Howard was so able to engage me in conversation, that the exam was over before i knew it. He had a way of making me feel happy and good about myself. He and Alice did make each visit special and they were there for me, whatever my need, just a phone call away. Like many of his patients, i had my family see him, as well. I knew they would get extraordinary care. When Howard was about to retire, i asked him to just put a set of stirups in his basement and i could just stop by for that annual pap. Alice said, "gross". The office walls were covered with photos of their "kids". I was happy to add Kimberly and Jeromy beside Jennifer's picture, when they were born, 13 and almost 15 years after she was born. I know Howard, that you retired when you did, so you and Alice could have some time to yourselves. You knew so many people who had died, that you went to school with, you told me. I am so sorry you did not have more time after your retirement. My prayers are with you Howard, who had to leave us, and for Alice, who was always by your side, and for your children and grandchildren. Howard Levine, you were one of a kind, and simply marvelous. I will never forget you. Thank you for everything. God Bless you Howard. God Bless you Alice. lori.
Adrienne (Levine)Fischer
November 7, 2005
Dear Alice and Family,
I was very saddened to hear of Cousin Howard's death. I have many fond memories from my youth, of him and of his young beautiful bride. It is unfortunate that the circumstances of our lives kept us so far away from family for so many years! It was so wonderfull to read how well loved he was by so many of his patients - obviously he embodied the ideal of what a doctor should be and had real empathy for his patients. He will be missed by the many people who have known him!
Judith Levine Willis
November 3, 2005
I am one of Dr. Howard Levine's first cousins, separated by geographical distance. It is so warming to read here of the many lives he touched. His was so obviously a life well-lived. Deep condolences to Alice and the family.
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Bonnie Clark
October 31, 2005
Dear Levine Family,
I was very saddened to hear of the death of my favorite OBGYN! Dr. Levine was such a gentle, kind, funny and wise man, and he helped me through my first pregnancy jitters, along with his partner Dr. Kadue. He also helped me stop smoking for the sake of my baby and myself, and made both of my sons' births less fearful than I expected. He was an excellent doctor, one of the best, and he will be greatly missed. You will be in my prayers and thoughts.
Lavonne Hoffstrom
October 28, 2005
Thank you Dr. Levine for Doing An emergency C-Section, saving my and my Son Nicks Lives almost 31 years ago!!You did a new "bikini cut" you just learned, because you said "I looked too young to have a big scar". You then performed 3 more surgerys giving me 2 more boys! I Thank-You for giving my family a Future Together.You were always the very Best! You told me my brain really controls my body, let it, you were right! Thanks Forever, Lavonne-Scott Hoffstrom, and Sons...Nick, Ben, & Sam
Valerie Gjernes
October 25, 2005
Alice and family, I was so sad to see Dr. Levine had passed away. He was such a wonderful, caring doctor. He truly cared about his patients and it showed. He always took the time to listen. With sincere sympathy, Valerie
Linda Cybyske-Johnson
October 19, 2005
I was so sorry to see that Dr Levine had passed away. I will miss him very much. He did so many wonderful things in my life that my health would not be what it is today if it hadn't been for him. I will miss him dearly. He was a wonderful man and a superb doctor.
Linda
Sherry Corniea
October 19, 2005
Dear Alice and family, I am so sorry to hear about Howard. He was my very first OB/GYN and I will never forget him. He was honest, compassionate and caring and made all of my visits comfortable. He also had a great sense of humor and I always left the office feeling better than when I arrived. Howard delivered all of my girls who are now 17, 15 and almost 11. I also have a three year old son and had the privilege of having James Krause deliver him. Howard was a genuinely wonderful man and will be missed by all who knew him. He has always had a special place in my heart and I will remember all of you in my prayers. Take care. Sherry Corniea and Family.
Alfreida Kirksey
October 19, 2005
To the Levine Family: Dr. Levine was one of the most caring, kindest people to ever walk this earth. He was my doctor for 30+ years. He never failed to answer any question I had about my health and anytime I visited him, I knew he would make me feel better. I referred many people to him because I always felt they would feel better after visiting Dr. Levine. I am just in shock to hear of his passing because I was just talking about how much I missed him just the other day. Dr. Levine was my daughter Rhonda's doctor from early teen years and delivered two of my grandsons, Detronza and Trevon. I have the same sinking feeling now as I experienced when I found out that he would no longer be practicing medicine. There are many people walking this earth who Dr. Levine delivered into this world and he left a legacy through these people. Bless you all.
Christine Williams
October 19, 2005
Dear Family of Dr. Levine,
I am so saddened at the loss of Dr. Levine. 22 years ago, after many miscarrages and a pre-mature birth of a son, Dr. Levine, in his wisdom, helped us to carry our son who is now 22 years old. I believe Dr. Levine was God's hands to bring Ryan into the world. Both Dr. and Mrs. Levine were so caring that one felt like his only patient for the week. I was blessed to have run into both of you about 3 weeks ago after having not seen you for a very long time. It was a pleasure talking with you for a little while. Thanks you for all your caring and know that you are all in our prayers as you begin this journey without this special man. God bless you!
Love, Chris, Steve, Rebecca, and Ryan
Sherry Leboeuf
October 19, 2005
Alice, Mary Kay and Family, I am so sad to hear my beloved Dr. Levine has left this world. He was such a wonderful, carying and loving gentle man. No matter how busy he was, when I said, "Dr. Levine, can I ask you a question"? he would always sit down and hold my hand. I referred all my friends to him. I was so sad for all his patients when he decided to retire, although I certainly understood. I still tell people about my wonderful Dr. Levine. Alice, I miss our chats and the laughter with the whole staff. My prayers are with you.
JULIA BRIESE
October 19, 2005
"certain people touch our lives in such a special way that everytime they're in our thoughts it seems a special day". Dr. Levine was a special person to the women in my family-my mother was his patient and as my sisters and I grew up and became women we, too, became patients as well. As I look back on my own care I am sorry to say that I never told him how much his thoughtful professionalism meant to me. I hope that he knew anyway. Our prayers are with all of you at this difficult time- the Beadle women
Nancy Myos
October 19, 2005
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of Dr. Levine. What a wonderful doctor. I feel very fortunate to have been a patient of his. He was such a caring man, always listening and really hearing what I had to say. He took his time, answered my questions fully, and always, always made me laugh. Everytime I left the office, I did so with a smile on my face. Everyone in the office was warm and friendly, making every patient feel welcomed. It was so personal. I could not have imagined a better place to have been through pregnancy and birth of a child. My daughter, Abby, enjoyed coming to the visits with me. She loved chatting with everyone, looking at all the photographs on the walls and finding her own each time. He was a very unique doctor and there will never be another to compare. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Judi Scheele
October 19, 2005
Dear Levine Family,
It's been many years since I have seen Dr. Levine, but he has always held a special place in my heart. He delivered both my children over 20 years ago, in fact my first born shared his birthday, which of course Dr. Levine had predicted months in advance. He was always very caring and patient. All doctors should take a page from his book. We were very lucky to have known him.
Susan Palmer
October 18, 2005
Dr. Levine was the best doctor ever. He delivered my children and has always had a special place in my heart.
Gail Swanson(Johnson)
October 18, 2005
To The Levine Family,
I never would forget the man who informed me for the first time that I was about to become a mother. Dr. Levine's kindness and sense of humor gave me so much confidence that all would go well. When my second child was on the way, Mrs. Levine, you would always lavish Jill with Dum-Dum suckers and keep an eye on her at the office while I was seeing the doctor. She looked forward to those visits as much as I did! It's been such a pleasure to run into you in the community throughout the past 26 years. I will think of you often and remember you in my prayers as will the girls that Dr. Levine helped bring into the world!
Jill and Kristin Johnson
Gail Swanson
Andrew Rosen
October 18, 2005
To the Levine Family:
I have many fond memories of Dr. Levine having grown up with his son, Doug. We are thinking of you all. It has been a long time, but Doug, if you get this, please drop me a line.
Cheri Chalstrom
October 18, 2005
My sympathy goes out to Alice and family in the loss of your husband and father. He was such a great doctor and I enjoyed visiting with Alice on my visits. He delivered my children and I thank him for all his warmth and compassion. He will be missed.
Cheri Chalstrom
Joyce Knapp
October 18, 2005
Dear Family:
I want to let you know that Dr. Levine was my doctor for 30+ years and I thought he was the nicest, caring doctor I ever had. He always made sure that all my questions were answered and I looked forward to seeing him every year. God Bless you and be with you all at this time.
Patricia Olson
October 18, 2005
I am sadden to hear of Dr. Levine's passing. He was my family's doctor for many, many years. He delivered my brothers and myself and then I was able to go to him when I was first pregnant and he was my main doctor throughout that pregnancy. I went to him right away with my second pregnancy when he informed me he was cutting back and taking only complicated births. I was disappointed but very thankful for his warmth, caring and professionalism over the many years! He was a wonderful man and a true gift to his patients.
Terry Conn
October 18, 2005
I was so sad to read Dr. Levine's notice in the paper today. I was Dr. Levine's patient for 20+ years in your Minneapolis and Brooklyn Center clinics. I feel as though I knew your whole family...Dr. Levine, Alice, Linda, Dr. Krause. Doctor visits have not been the same since Dr. Levine retired and took his family with him! He was the most wonderful doc I ever had. I miss all of you. I have two wonderful children (Ross and Abby) because of you folks! Know that my family's thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this difficult time.
Helen Stimson
October 18, 2005
Dear Family,
How blessed we all were to have this wonderful man in our lives. He was my doctor for 34 years - I'm still searching to find a replacement as kind and as caring as Dr. Levine. He held my hand through some very tough times. He remembered everything and would often ask about my extended family (he never met them). My heart goes out to you, Alice, and your entire family. You two worked side by side and the spark you shared was obvious. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Kindest regards,
Helen Stimson
Melissa Luberda
October 17, 2005
I am extremely saddened to hear of the loss of the wonderful Dr Levine. I, as a child saw him and he always made me feel so comfortable and at ease in his office. He was such a kind and loving man. I will miss him immensely.
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