Marty Kravitz

Marty Kravitz passed away peacefully October 30, 2018 at the age of 82.

He is survived by Merle, his beloved wife of 57 years, cherished children Steven (Valerie) and Lisa, and treasured grandchildren, Rachael and Brooke Taggart.

Devoted brother of Lucy Goodman (Stan), the late Adele Mortin (Irv), and brother-in-law of Henry Levinsky (Carol).

Uncle of Bonnie (Larry), Susie, and Brian Goodman and Mark (Deb), Richard, and Larry (Pat) Mortin. As well as Alex (Mariluz) and Sarah Levinsky.

Donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society of York Region at 905-726-3477

Date of Death: Tuesday, October 30, 2018

Yahrzeit Day: 21 Cheshvan

Date of Funeral: Friday, November 2, 2018

Time of Funeral: 12:00 PM

Memorial Service Location: Chapel service

Burial Service Location: Toronto Hebrew Benevolent Society section

Shiva Details: Following the burial, all are invited back to 4003 Bayview Ave apt 112 (Gates of Bayview). Shiva to continue Saturday 7-9pm, Sunday 1-4pm and 7-9pm.

Shiva Location: #112

Location of Funeral:

Chapel service

Location of Burial:

Toronto Hebrew Benevolent Society section

Shiva Location:

#112

Message of Condolence

Posted on 30.10.2018 - 2:33 PM

Thelma Feldman

My heartfelt condolences to the whole family on the loss of a very special man. With much love Thelma CKAM

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Posted on 30.10.2018 - 2:53 PM

Rhoda Shack

Merle, so sorry to hear of your profound loss. May you find some comfort in remembering all Marty's accomplishments throughout his life, i.e. the knowledge and guidance he helped impart to so many young people.

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Posted on 30.10.2018 - 7:05 PM

Paula Mizrachi

Merle, Moshe and i are truly saddened to hear about Marty's passing. May his memory be a blessing for you. Paula

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Posted on 30.10.2018 - 7:28 PM

Paula Mizrachi

Merle, Moshe and i are truly saddened to hear about Marty's passing. May his memory be a blessing for you and your family. Paula

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Posted on 30.10.2018 - 9:53 PM

Ralph and Sheila Cincinatus

Merle Sheila and I are so sorry for your loss.

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Posted on 31.10.2018 - 9:51 AM

Beverley Picov Bobkin English

Dear family, I am saddened to learn of the passing of Marty. I remember fondly Marty from our music class at Oakwood Collegiate . He was always friendly, outgoing and a good guy. Throughout the years I would hear of his accomplishments with pride. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very sad time.Thinking of you ,Bev.(Picov) Bobkin English and Norm English

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Posted on 31.10.2018 - 12:53 PM

David Grafstein

Dear Merle, It pains me greatly to learn of Marty’s death. Regrettably I will be away Friday and can’t attend the funeral. Marty was a friend, a confidante and a co-conspirator on FASS., memories of which I carry with me. My heartfelt condolences on the loss of a husband, father send mensch.

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Posted on 31.10.2018 - 1:35 PM

Michelle Bergauer

I am sorry for your loss Merle. I will forever cherish my fond memories of Marty during Canadian Opus '67 and our years at the Optimist Music Day Camp in Bamberg and Heidelberg. He was a wonderful teacher, a super-organizer and beloved friend. I will miss him dearly.

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Posted on 31.10.2018 - 4:59 PM

Patti and Larry Clifford

A giant in my memory...as an educator, an inovator, a role model, a family friend. God Bless Marty! Love and Condolences to Merle and her family.

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Posted on 01.11.2018 - 11:13 AM

Marge Feder3RBP

Dear Merle Fondly remember Marty from our Yiddish classes at your house. May your family be spared of further sorrow.

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Posted on 01.11.2018 - 8:23 PM

Dan Bilyk

May care and love of those around you provide comfort and peace to get you through the days ahead. Our heartfelt condolences. Dan Bilyk and Family.

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Posted on 01.11.2018 - 10:33 PM

Pat and Diane

We are so sorry for your loss dear friend. We wish you peace and may you have nothing but happy memories. . Bless you all. Diane and Pat and family.

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Posted on 02.11.2018 - 6:00 AM

Nadya Bilyk

I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Marty my heart goes out to you and the family . Sending you lots of love and thinking of you at this time and always Nadya Xx

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Posted on 05.11.2018 - 2:53 PM

Marvin Schiff

Dear Merle and family: Eda has been in hospital for a couple of weeks and returned home only yesterday, so were preoccupied with her illness and didn't know of Marty's passing until a couple of days ago and were unable to attend his funeral. Our most deepest regrets. But we offer you our most sincere sympathies and profoundly hope that your memories of the good years you had together provide you with some consolation. Eda and Marv Schiff

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Posted on 06.11.2018 - 10:33 AM

Ruth Franenberg

Hi Merle, Sorry to hear about Marty’s passing, my condolences to you and your family.

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Posted on 08.02.2022 - 11:24 PM

Jan Fenster

Hi Merle, its Jan Fenster! Simon just came across this while looking for something else. So sorry for your loss. I remember you & Marty from Henry's Bar Mitzvah! you founded the Toronto Learning Center. I was a Special ED teacher in NYC Public Schools. May you and your family be comforted among the mourners of Zion and Jerusalem. Hope to stay in touch, and hear nice news from your children & grandchildren.

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Posted on 20.10.2022 - 11:01 AM

Jason Cale

I am sorry to hear about your loss. I just learned about his death recently. I am former Vista Academy student who is very grateful for Marty and the school he created. At Vista I met some of my best friends who I am still best friends with 36 years later. I met one of my favourite teachers of all time who I stay in contact from time to time. He create such a great learning space that without Vista I would never have made it into University. I could never truly express my full gratitude about what Marty did for me. God bless his soul and all those who remeber him. Thank you.

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