Remembering Marsha Levitt: A Life of Love, Connection, and Community

The community mourns the passing of Marsha Levitt (nee Silverstein), who passed away peacefully on May 13, 2026, surrounded by the warmth and love of her family. While her journey took her from her birthplace in London to the bustling streets of Toronto, Marsha’s heart always remained rooted in her hometown. To those who knew her, she was, and always will be, a true “Windsor girl.”

A Deeply Rooted Windsor Legacy

Marsha’s formative years were spent at 1441 Victoria Avenue, where she grew up alongside her parents, Rose and Murph Silverstein, and her siblings, Leonard, Gayle, and Michael. Her connection to the city was more than just a place of birth; it was a source of lifelong joy. She often spoke with profound affection about her time at Windsor and her days at Kennedy Collegiate, maintaining friendships that spanned over eight decades.

The Silverstein name was synonymous with community and commerce through the family business, known as “Windsor Fish,” which later expanded its reach into London and Brantford as Silverstein Fish. This entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to family laid the foundation for the woman Marsha became.

A Pillar of Strength and Devotion

Beyond her community ties, Marsha was a powerhouse of love and resilience. As a single mother, she dedicated her life to raising her children, Steven and Risa, with unwavering strength and the support of an extensive, loving extended family. Her role as a mother was matched only by her devotion as a:

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• Doting Aunt: A source of guidance and laughter.
• Cherished Friend: More of a companion than a cousin to many.
• Loving Mother-in-law: A maternal figure to Steven’s wife, Stacey, and Risa’s partner, Austin.
• The Ultimate Bubbie: An incomparable grandmother to her granddaughters, Jesse and Marley.

A Life in Perpetual Motion

Marsha did not just exist; she lived vibrantly. She was a woman of curiosity and culture, always in motion—attending symphonies, plays, concerts, and traveling the globe to experience new horizons. She possessed a legendary social memory; she was the keeper of names, dates, and lineages. If a detail was forgotten, Marsha was the one who could effortlessly fill in the blanks, connecting people and histories with ease.

Honouring a Lasting Impact

Though she may have been small in stature, the impact Marsha left on the world was monumental. Her departure leaves a void that cannot be filled, but her spirit lives on in the stories she told and the love she shared. As often noted in Windsor Star obits, a life well-lived is never truly gone; it is remembered through the legacy of kindness left behind.