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Gay Levitt Obituary
Gay was preceded in death by her parents Rudolph and Betty and brother Rick Eckert.
Gay and Allen enjoyed attending numerous sporting events including World Series games and felt lucky to have connections to receive rock and roll show tickets, notably to The Beatles and, their favorite, Bruce Springsteen live in concert. Gay worked alongside Allen's parents in a family owned jewelry shop for over 10 years. Mom and Dad absolutely adored her and they knew just how fortunate their only child was to be with such a fine hardworking and honest companion.
Gay and Allen moved from the Midwest to paradise in Durango 1975. Being a natural in the kitchen Gay worked at The Palace, Skinnys, Nortons and Huck Finn Pizza. She served on a local Babe Ruth committee for a couple of seasons. Gay was always there to assist Allen with various events during his lengthy wholesale wine sales career.
Together Gay and Allen enjoyed yearly winter stays with their two dogs in the gorgeous Tamarindo, Costa Rica. Perfect days with walks on the beach, spectacular pacific sunsets, fresh fish dinners with a bottle of Torrontes, followed by 'Pura Vida' time at home together.
"She had such a pleasant spirit! The best wife, friend and loyal soulmate. I love her with all my heart." - Her husband Allen
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Cheryl Schlabach [email protected]
April 19, 2024
The years may pass without your presence but youIr smiling face will always be remembered.
Linda Parks Chapin
May 4, 2023
Am so sorry to hear of Gay's passing. We met when Lukas and my son Mike were in first grade at Fort Lewis Mesa elementary. My condolences and love go out to Allen, Lukas and Angel. May her memory be a blessing.
Cheryl Schlabach
April 30, 2023
So sorry to hear of Gay's passing. I first met the two of you in 1976 visiting your neighbor Cindy. I was so impressed with Gay's friendliness and multi tasking abilities to be a great mother raising kids, maintaining the house and playing soft ball with the girls Ore House team for years. Rest in peace dear friend.
Sue and Ken Fusco
April 28, 2023
Our hearts are saddened to hear of the passing of Gay. She was such a happy and kind person, and it was so enjoyable to be in her company. She took such good care of our daughter who came down with the flu while visiting Costa Rica...just her natural motherly instinct. We will cherish our memories. Sending love and peace to Allen, Angel and Luke.
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Cindi Cone (Trautmann)
April 27, 2023
Allen: I am so sorry to learn of Gay´s passing. I am so very sorry for your loss. I will always remember her at the wine tastings! Love to you. Cindi Cone (Trautmann)
Maria Doucette
April 27, 2023
I loved Gay. She was always so kind and happy and outgoing. She will be missed.
Taj McNamara
April 27, 2023
"Mom" to many of us in the summer sports programs....I'm so sorry to hear of her passing. I hope it brought peace to her, and I'm sending wishes of comfort and love to her family. -Taj McNamara (Houston)
Willie Elmore
April 27, 2023
I have never known a better person, Gay and Allen were a perfect couple. She will be missed by many.
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