Sidney Levin, 99, passed away on July 17, 2023. He will be fondly remembered for his kind-hearted nature and his love and dedication to his family. He had a gentle soul and always tried to make others comfortable around him and enjoyed making them laugh.
Born on April 3, 1924, he had a remarkable and long life. Sidney was one of the last living members of America’s ‘Greatest Generation’. He served in the army in WW2 and fought in the Battle of the Bulge. His bravery, dedication and commitment to his fellow soldiers earned him two silver medals in recognition of extreme courage when engaged in bitter hand to hand combat against the enemy in the European battlefield. He rarely spoke about his experience with his family but was actively involved with veterans activities throughout his life and enjoyed keeping in touch with his war buddies. We will be forever grateful for his service and sacrifice.
After returning from the war, he completed his education at Washington University and eventually entered into the Levin Brothers Kosher Poultry Business which he owned and operated with his late brothers Milton and Jerry. His work effort was evident in most aspects of his life and served as an inspiration for those who knew him.
He was a dedicated husband, father and friend. He took pride in his children and grandchildren. He was married to Ruth (nee Roman) for 67 years until her death in 2020. They created a strong foundation for their family. He was a devoted son to his parents Kalman and Goldie. He admired his older sister Jeanette Brent and worked side by side with his two brothers for decades. He was the last surviving member of his immediate family. He was a loving father to Nancy (Gary) Essman, Rick Levin, and Tom (Heather) Levin and devoted grandfather to Charlie, Allison and Matthew Levin.
Born and raised in St. Louis, he was a committed Cardinals baseball and Missouri football fan often spending countless hours listening to or watching their games.
Known for having several unique hobbies and interests, he had a passion for stamp and coin collecting and took pride in owning several antique clocks. He enjoyed walks with Ruth, trips to Las Vegas and bike rides with his son Tom and grandkids. Even into his 90s, he enjoyed using his computer and had a remarkable acumen for the stock market, closely following its ups and downs. As a first generation American growing up in the Great Depression he developed a keen awareness of the value of hard work and perseverance that guided him throughout his life.
The family would like to thank Friendship Village Chesterfield and Diane, dad’s caregiver, for their kindness, help and support during these last years.
Private funeral service will be held. Memorial contributions preferred to the St. Louis Kaplan Feldman Holocaust Museum, the American Heart Association or a charity of your choice.
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