Obituary
Nora Levitina, 72, beloved mother of Irena Beskina (Stephen McDonnell); cherished grandmother and partner in crime of Abigail McDonnell; dear sister of Leonid (Ella) Levitin; aunt of Alex and Marina Levitin. Nora dedicated her life to her family first and foremost, then to her career in finance and entrepreneurial endeavors.
A life-long animal lover, she volunteered her time to animal shelters, earning a nickname of dog-whisperer. She also volunteered her time serving the suburban homeless community. Bright, passionate, compassionate, fiercely independent, funny, crazy; this remarkable woman will be sorely missed by all who knew her.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Buddy Foundation (www.thebuddyfoundation.org, or Journeys | The Road Home (www.journeystheroadhome.org. Chapel service Thursday, April 11, 2024, 10:00 AM at Shalom Memorial Funeral Home, 1700 W. Rand Road, Arlington Heights. Interment following at Shalom Memorial Park. For information, including a link to view the service, shiva, and to leave condolences, www.shalommemorial.org or (847) 255-3520.