Zoë Levinson

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Zoë Mae Levinson, of Lawrenceville, NJ, passed away tragically on June 15, 2023 at the age of 30.

Zoë had many issues that made it difficult for her to live in her own skin, and get close to people. However, she was also a fierce presence, with withering determination, and very, very smart.
At her bat mitzvah, her father called her “my hero” because she was able to get out of her own way and perform without flaw.
People who misjudged the hurdles she faced as stupidity did so at their own peril.One example: when she was young, she wanted to know why her favorite indoor play place and the local Kmart were closing. A quick study, she quickly came to grasp the details of U.S. bankruptcy code, and was able to repeat them to others.

When she was even younger, she happened on a face-painting event in a shopping mall. Her Dad told her she would have to wait patiently for her turn. She waited without question for what seemed an eternity.

“What animal do you want?,” the painter asked.

“A giraffe!,” she answered.

“How about a tiger?,” the woman suggested, clearly at a loss.

Zoë insisted on a giraffe.

She got a giraffe. At least that’s what they called it.

School was often a source of great pain and frustration due to her social difficulties. But when she finally was able to attend the Collier School in Morganville, she rode the bus three hours a day without complaint. It was never a problem to get her up and out the door.

The last month was a great change as she seemed more able to focus and to be more generous to the people around her. It is a great tragedy that we will never learn what she could have become.

She is survived by her parents, Robin Levinson and Larry Levinson, and a brother, Aaron Levinson.

Funeral services are Monday, June 19, at 10:00 am at Orland’s Ewing Memorial Chapel, 1534 Pennington Road, Ewing, NJ. Burial will follow at Ewing Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Arm in Arm (arminarm.org/) or to NAR-ANON (www.nar-anon.org/) or to the Trenton Rescue Mission (98 Carroll St, Trenton, NJ 08609.)

28 thoughts on “Zoë Levinson

  1. Mary Jean Palko

    Robin, I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your daughter. May love surround you at this time.
    My sympathy to the family.

  2. Judy and Gary Kurtis

    Robin, we love you and are thinking of you at this difficult time. Please accept our sympathies and prayers.

  3. Debbie Hester

    Robin, There are no words to express my absolute sorrow for you and your family! Zoe is free now. No more constant struggle. So sad for who she left behind, though.

  4. Lisa Chovnick

    Robin, we offer our sincere condolences to you and your family during this difficult time. Our hearts go out to you. Love, Lisa and Herb

  5. Trina Duke

    Robin, I am so very sorry to hear that Zoe has passed away. My love and deepest sympathy to you and your family.

  6. Marcia Menaker

    So very sorry to hear this news. May her memory be a blessing.

  7. Anne Drennen

    Robin, Larry & Aaron:
    I am so sorry to hear!
    My condolences to you…
    🖤 🌹

  8. Gen Belfiglio

    Robin and Larry: No loss is greater than the loss of a child. If you need support during these difficult times or in the months ahead, consider joining others who have lost children in a virtual night of support sponsored by the Imagine Center, 244 Sheffield Street, Mountainside, NJ 07092. I’m so very sorry to hear this news. May your memories bring some comfort.

  9. Mary henning

    Dear Robin, I have no words to express my sincerest sympathy on your loss. Mary H from our group.

  10. Pam Genovay

    Robin,
    I was so very sorry to hear of Zoe’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time.

  11. Frankie Jacobs

    Robin, Larry and Aaron, I am saddened to hear of Zoe’s passing. I’d see her out and about once a year and was somewhat aware of her struggles when we chatted. Sending healing ❤️‍🩹 love your way. May so many of the stories and anecdotes be sweet memories to all of us.

  12. Jeffrey Hornstein

    Dear Robin and family, I send heartfelt condolences to you. May better days find you soon.
    Jeff Hornstein (Wolf’s friend)

  13. Denise

    Dear Robin,
    I was very sorry to learn about Zoë. I recall meeting her a few times in her younger years, when she seemed less troubled by the difficulties she’d later face. I hope that memories of gentler times will help bring some comfort to you and your family as you deal with this terrible loss.
    With my sympathies,
    Denise

  14. Chuck Jerry

    My sincere condolences to you and yours Robin. I know exactly how you feel. It was just seven months ago that we were having this exact same conversation when my nephew passed under similar circumstances. I have never met Zoe, but I feel I know her a little from our conversations over the years. Despite her issues in life, she is at peace now and her pain is gone.

  15. Jamie and Ian Clarke

    Larry, Robin, and Aaron: We so sorry for your loss. We wish you strength and perseverance.

  16. Susan, Stu, Roz Weitzner and Joyce Scarano

    Larry, Robin, and Aaron: We so sorry for your loss. Sending our love and condolences.

  17. Michael Thomas Manning

    I am deeply sadden for your loss of your daughter zoe she will always be in my heart and my condolences from my family too your’s

  18. Aggie Stefanelli

    Sending our deepest sympathies for the loss of your daughter/sister, Zoe.

    Stefanelli Family

  19. JOEL D LUSK

    Robin, Aaron, Larry, Wolf and family. My empathy for the loss of tour Zoe, a shining light on the challenging road of life. Keep either in your hearts and be kind and graceful with each other as you deal with the pain and the loss. Love and hugs, Joel Lusk, NM

  20. Diane Kramer

    Dear Robin,
    I am so very sorry to hear about the loss of your daughter. My deepest sympathy to you and your family. I will keep you in my prayers. May Zoe RIP.

  21. Russ Daniels

    Larry & Robin,
    My deep condolences on your loss of Zoë. May her life remain a mitzvah to you.

    Love to you both.

  22. Dotlin E Taylor

    Hi Robin, my sympathy to you and your family for the loss of your daughter. I pray that each of you will encourage each other at this time. Bless, Dotlin

  23. Meridith A. Mokriski

    Dear Robin, I have heard this very sad news and am sending you my most sincere sympathies. I recall meeting Zoe at the office and thinking she was lovely. My care and concern is yours as you face the future and begin to heal. Truly, Meridith

  24. Art Karloff

    Dear Robin,
    I’m so very sorry about your loss.

  25. Tamra Andrews

    Robin, my dear friend,
    I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my heart and prayers.

    Tamra

  26. Bill Blett

    I am so deeply sorry for your loss, Larry. My deepest sympathies and sincere condolences to you and your family

  27. Mitch Weisbrod

    Larry, Robin, and Aaron, Sorry for your loss. I was out of town and didn’t get the email regarding the zoom invite until a few minutes ago. You are in my thoughts.

  28. Susan Wydner

    Hi Robin, Larry and Aaron…
    I am so sorry for your loss.

    Your characterization of her was spot on.

    My thoughts and prayers are with you.

    Susan Wydner

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