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Laurence Levitan Obituary
He grew up in NW DC in the same house as his mother. Larry went to Wilson High School, college at Washington and Lee and George Washington University for law school. They moved to Potomac, MD in 1964 where they would spend the next 48 years.
He was a successful lawyer and a founding partner in several law firms prior to winning his first election as Delegate in the Maryland State House in 1970. In 1974 he ran for State Senate from District 15 in Montgomery County. In 1978 he was named the Chairman of the Budget and Taxation Committee, a position he held for the next 16 years. He was "retired" from politics in 1994. He joined the law firm Rifkin Livingston Levitan & Silver LLC and was active on several boards.
Larry and Barbara eventually retired full time to Bethany Beach, DE where he enjoyed playing tennis, golf and spending time with family and friends.
Larry took ill as they were moving back to Bethesda. He was lucky enough to spend his final few months surrounded by family and friends. He was truly a great man will be missed by all who knew him.
Funeral services will be held on Friday, March 22, 2024, at 1 p.m. in the Garden of Remembrance Memorial Park, 14321 Comus Rd, Clarksburg, MD 20871 with burial to follow. Reception at Maplewood Park Place, 9707 Old Georgetown Rd., Bethesda, MD 20814 at 4p.m. Shiva will be held that Sunday evening from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m information to follow. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial donations be made in Larry's name to the Nathlie Levitan Memorial Endowed Scholarship, Montgomery College Foundation, 900 Hungerford
Drive, Rockville, MD 20850 or the charity of your choosing.
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for Laurence Levitan
Michael C. Metalios
June 28, 2024
I worked for RLLS for three years and worked closely with Mr Levitan. He was a wonderful man and I'm grateful for the time I was able to spend with him.
Jerome (Jerry) Parks
April 2, 2024
Larry was my oldest close friend. We met in Washington, 1939 in front of our father´s stores on 7th Street at Florida Ave. I eventually moved permanently to Annapolis and spent time with Larry through his years in the legislation, retirement to his law firm and phone calls as he crossed the Chesapeake Bridge.
There were many funny stories. The one I will share is when a mutual friend Jimmy Cafritz opened a Poppi´s franchise in Annapolis. Larry called me and asked if I would
have dinner with him and suggested Jimmy´s new fast food ? We went. We both had the extra hot fried chicken. Two days later, at 8am I received a call from Larry´s Secretary asking if I knew where he was? Barbara called shortly after. I found Larry, in bed still sick from our dinner out, two days later. All ended well. I will miss my friend, he was always there for me.
Burton Goldstein
March 31, 2024
To me, Larry was always a "mensch" (look it up)! While highly respected and held in high esteem, never-the-less, he was a down-to-earth gentleman.
He once asked for me to help him with a hand-me-down computer. We were setting up communications, which was a big deal at that time. I figured if Bell's first message over the first telephone was "Mr. Watson, come here. I want to see you.", my message to Senator Levitan was a simple "Yahoo is on sale at the Giant." He must have liked Yahoo also, because that started a strong friendship.
He invited me to a birthday celebration he was planning, and it was a milestone. Fifty, I think. Maybe sixty. But that was forty (or thirty) years ago.
Many District Fifteen experiences we shared. Lots of trips to Annapolis to visit, and my to crash events. Annual dinner/going to Hexagon show. Dinners at Dutch's Daughter, in Frederick. Down to a call/message on his birthday.
And that is what a "mensch" is. Rest in peace my friend.
Barbara Maslansky
March 30, 2024
Dear Barbara.....Sandy and I were so saddened to hear of Larry´s passing. We hold such fond memories of you both and spending time with his family. Please know we are thinking of you and your family and send sincere condolences. Fondly, Barbara and Sandy Maslansky
Larry and Sherri Cafritz
March 30, 2024
We are so sorry for your loss. Larry was a great friend and tennis partner of my late father, Jimmy, for decades, and he will be missed dearly. Our sincere condolences and thoughts go out to Barbara and the whole family.
Nancy Stambler
March 25, 2024
My father, Howard, knew him from GWU and always held him in high regard. Sending condolences to your family.
Mimi Selig
March 25, 2024
My sincere condolences to the entire Levitan family. My memories of Larry are special. He was supportive of me when I entered the business world and was helpful with advise when i needed it. He served the people in his district with what he felt was best. He will be missed! A very unique man!
Stanton Gildenhorn
March 24, 2024
I have had the pleasure of Larry and Barbara´s company for the past few years after they moved to Delaware right up the road from we are. We had dinner with the Levitans every week and enjoyed political gossip about our Montgomery and State politics. As Chairman of the Senate Budget and Tax, he was a very powerful political figure and a wonderful friend. I will truly miss him!!
Stanton Gildenhorn
March 24, 2024
We have been in Ocean City for the past several years. We have been blessed with the friendship of Larry and Barbara right up the road in Delaware. We usually had dinner once a week and thoroughly enjoyed discussing the events of our native Montgomery and Maryland state politics. As Chairman of Senate Budget & Tax he was a very powerful state leader. He was so fortunate to have Barbara at his side, a powerful woman in her own right.
I will truly miss him.
Eugene F. Roesser Jr.
March 22, 2024
I am sorry to learn about Senator Levitan's passing. My late Mother, Jean W. Roesser succeeded him in office in 1994, a campaign I will never forget. Though different sides of the aisle, Larry left the most eloquent tribute to her upon her passing in 2017, and we were most appreciative. "Old School Politics."
Suzanne Snedegar
March 22, 2024
Barbara -
My heart is with you and your beautiful, large family. Unfortunately, I could not go to the Reception, so I couldn't give you my condolences in person.
As you know, I started working for Larry in June, 1968, I worked with Pat Quinn, who has also sent you a note.
Larry will be remembered by many.
Arthur Carpenter Elgin jr
March 22, 2024
He was my mentor in many ways. I was honored to serve as his campaign treasurer for many years. Sonja and I will miss him greatly. Art
Margie Elsberg
March 21, 2024
Sending love to Barbara, Mim, Joan and Chuck from Vermont, along with lots of memories, starting on Jenifer Street, when the Seder table-filled with aunts, uncles and cousins-ran the length of the dining room, through the living room, and almost to the front door. Years later, I was always proud that my cousin Larry helped keep Maryland in good financial health.
Patricia Quinn
March 21, 2024
I'm so very sorry to learn of Mr. Levitan's death. I was his (and Michael Cramer's) secretary many, many years ago (late 1960's-early 1970's) and he and Mrs. Levitan attended my wedding. We lost touch, but I've never forgotten his warmth and kindness. Working for the firm of Sisk, Levitan, Cramer and Weinstein was a joy.
Barbara Fischel
March 21, 2024
OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO BARBARA AND FAMILY. WE HAVE KNOW LARRY SINCE HIGH SCHOOL. WE SPEND MANY HAPPY OCCASIONS WITH HIM.
JACK AND BARBARA FISCHEL
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