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Richard Walter Lewkowitz

February 2, 2011

Peacefully at Richmond Woods Retirement Residence on Wednesday, February 2nd, 2011, Richard Walter Lewkowitz of London, formerly of St. Catharines in his 88th year. Loving husband of 53 years to Dr. Iveranda Lewkowitz. Dear father of Karen Lewkowitz; and Robert Lewkowitz and his wife Lori Pszeniczny-Lewkowitz. Lovingly remembered by his grandchildren Nathan, Lindsay, Marlo and Alex. Survived by his sister Eva Karpas and her husband Gideon of Israel and their children Ronni and Ruthi and their families. Funeral service will be held at the WESTVIEW FUNERAL CHAPEL, 709 Wonderland Road North, London, on Monday, February 7th, 2011 at 11:00 a.m. with visitation one hour prior to the service. Interment at St. Peter’s Cemetery. Online condolences available at >www.westviewfuneralchapel.com

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Dear Ivy and family, Eric and I were so saddened to hear of Walters passing. He was such a nice man and we enjoyed our memories of times spent with both of you. We will miss him and we think of you often. Our thoughts are with you at this very sad time. Eric and Maureen

~ Eric and Maureen Blackman

Dear Dr. Lewkowitz and Family, We are very sorry to hear of Walter's passing. He was a very kind and gentle man. We enjoyed visiting with you both. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Iveranda and Family. Sincerely, Jack and Ann Halliday (Friends and former patient)

~ Jack and Ann Halliday

Robert, our thoughts are with you and your family at this time. All our love. Karen and Don

~ Karen and Don Ferguson

Dear Ivy and Family I was so very sorry to hear of Walter's passing. My thoughts and prayers go out to you. Walter

~ Walter Harmidarow

Dear Dr. Lewkowitz, Karen, Robert & Lori, Nathan, Lindsay, Marlo & Alex. I am very sad to hear of Walter's passing. He was such a kind, gentle man and I am so greatful to have known him. I will always treasure the many stories he shared with me from his life as a young boy to the man he was, as well, he always made me laugh with a good joke. Cherish all your wonderful memories and may they help you through this most difficult time. My husband Jeff, my mom and sister who also had the pleasure of knowing Walter send their condolences to all of you. My condolences as well to Eva and Gideon. My love to you all, Cathy (secretary to Dr. Lewkowitz - 1994-2006)

~ Cathy Hassim

Dear Dr. Lewkowitz and Family: I am so very sorry to hear of the passing of your husband and father may the prayers being offered foryou and your family during this difficult time bring comfort and strength and may the knowledge that God's love is never ending bring you peace. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Sincerely Diane Rymsha and Family ( your former St. Catharens patient)

~ Diane Rymsha and Family

Dear Ivy, Robert, Karen and extended family, I am very sorry to hear of the passing of Walter and I was very fortunate to have had the pleasure of knowing him. He was a clever and worldly man with a good sense of humor and a high level of integrity.You will all be in my thoughts and prayers. Sincerely, Kirk Fielding

~ Kirk Fielding

I was saddened to read of Walter's death. Let me extend my sympathy to his family and friends. Walter and I had many funny, afternoon-long conversations. I'll treasure those happy memories.

~ Stewart Gilliland

Dear Robert and family - we were so sad to learn of your father's passing. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are there for you and your family. With our deepest condolences, Don, Rosemarie and Dan McKay

~ Don and Rosemarie McKay

Dear Ivy: It is with. very real sadness that I read of Walter's death. I never think that any of us have aged though this old body tells a different story every day. Walter was such a very nice man - so calm and pleasant whenever we met. I know he will be missed very much by you and your dear family circle. Please know that I share your sorrow and keep you in my thoughts and prayers. Much love, Betty Evans

~ Betty Evans

Dear Doctor Lewkowitz, Please receive our condolences for the loss or your well remembered husband Walter. Well remembered for his "soft spoken" way and for his fine humor. May he rest in peace. Mario & Ligia Trevisanato

~ Mario and Ligia Trevisanato

We wish to send our condolences to your family at this time and to let you know you are in our thoughts and prayers. It is never easy to lose a parent.

~ Dennis and Carole Alton

Dear Ivy, Karen, Robert and family. We were saddend to learn of your loss and wish to assure you of our heartfelt sympathy! At least Walter is no longer suffering but is leaving sympathetic acquaintances behind. Most sincerely Peter, Cynthia, Kirk and Gail Fielding.

~ Peter and Cynthia Fielding

On behalf of my mother, Hilda Greensides, I would like to pass on her condolences to Dr. Lewkowitz and her family. Her thoughts are with you at this time.

~ Harolyn Sire

Dear Dr. Lewkowitz, Robert and Karen. My deepest sympathies to you and your family on Mr. Lewkowitz's passing. Throughout my life, you and Mr. Lewkowitz were an inspiration and comfort to me and my family and may you now take comfort in knowing that regardless of in body or spirit, we will remember the shared moments and times you both so admirably gave. Our prayers go to you and your family to ease your grief and to remember the happier times. Maria Santry, Victor and Tony Tavares, Maria Virginia Da Silva

~ Maria (Tavares) Santry

Dear Dr. Lewkowitz , Karen, Robert, Lori & family: It is with great sadness that we have read of the death of Richard Walter Lewkowitz on February 1. Please accept our most sincere and heartfelt condolences. Dr. Lewkowitz , are you now residing in London? May God bless you, and the family. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Your former St. Catharines patients, Jerome and Ann D'Souza

~ Jerome & Ann D'Souza

lorne and kathy baird and myself are saddened to read of walter passing .our thoughts and prayers are with you, ivy, and your family

~ madeline dobbin

Robert and family: Sorry about your Dad. Sincerely, John and Ruth.

~ John and Ruth Downie

Dear: Ivy, Karen, Robert & Laurie & family We were sadened to read of Walter;s passing. We always enjoyed being in his company and listening to his stories of his travels and his jokes. He is no longer suffering and is at rest now. Thinking of all of you and will keep you in our prayers. Take care of yourselves. Love Margaret & Ken

~ Ken & Margaret Etherington

Karen and family: I'm sorry to hear of your dad's passing. My condolences to you and your family. Karen, my thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Maureen Flaugnatti

~ Maureen Flaugnatti

My thoughts and prayers are with you Rob and Karen. I lost my dad just over a year ago. If you're feeling what I did, I hope that you too have many beautiful memories that will help keep your dad alive within you.

~ Richard Pieprzak