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Randi Levin Obituary

Levin, Randi Stenn wife of Steven, beloved mother of Jonas and Ethan. Cherished daughter of Sheila (Louis) Tannenbaum and Stanley Stenn. Dearest sister of Scott (Kathy) Stenn and wonderfully, amazing aunt of Samantha and Nikki. Loving sister to Leslie and Ricky Levin and Robin and Larry Levin. Devoted and caring aunt to Zach, Max, Danny, Josh and Jessica. Beloved to all. French teacher extraordinaire. Memorial service Tuesday 12:15 PM at Shalom Memorial Funeral Home, 1700 W. Rand Rd., Arlington Heights. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Family Institute at Northwestern University, Betty D. Harris Center, 618 Library Place, Evanston, IL 60201. Service info: 847-255-3520.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from May 17 to May 18, 2010.

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April 19, 2019

I Googled Randi last night and was devastated to hear that she had passed. Randi was a dear and cherished friend through so many phases of my life. I know she is greatly missed and my heart breaks for all of her friends and family. She was a treasure and a light.

May she rest peacefully and in bliss.

Allyson Turner

Msgt Yeager

September 14, 2011

Shalom… Levin and Stenn Families, I googled Randi’s Name and learned about the loss of Dear Randi. I shared many wonderful times with her in my teen years. She gave me a Star of David when I went in to the Army. Lo & behold I was sent to the Sinai Desert as a Peacekeeper. I am Some Were in Afghanistan now and do not have time for ptsd BUT you should know that your prayers are being heard. Every time I hear Phil Collins in the Air tonight. What A GREAT freind. I Will Forever Remember her. My deepest sympathy to you..." YAHWEH ”
Master Sergeant Yeager formally from Mount Prospect

June 11, 2011

To the Stenn and Levin Families:
I just learned about the loss of Randi. I shared many wonderful times with her in Chesterfield and will forever remember her. My deepest heartfelt sympathy to you on the loss of a darling person who I adored. Much Love, Faith A. Gomberg, West Los Angeles, CA

Bill Phillips

November 1, 2010

Years ago, I was hired by Steve and Randi to work on their home on Park Place. The job involved a long punch list of a variety of things they wanted done, prior to moving into their new house after they purchased it. The twins were small infants. One could not help admiring their life - two very nice people and new parents to those precious little boys living in that beautiful home.

Today, I worked on a small project for a friend who lives one block south of their home in Evanston. The homeowner mentioned to me that Randi had passed away. Learning of this news is a real shock and makes me very sad.

My only sibling and brother, Tom, passed away in December of 2006 at the age of 46. There are many similarities to Tom’s passing and Randi’s passing. It’s heartbreaking and brings back a bunch of horrible memories for me. It’s something you never get over. It’s something you learn to live with and learn how to manage over time. My prayer for Steve and Randi’s family is that all of you pull together and stay close.

Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you.

May 28, 2010

Dear Sheila: It has been a long time, yet I feel so sad that you have to go through this pain. Recently our family has experienced the loss of a child, and I know there is nothing worse. My heart and prayers go out to you. God Bless you and your family.

Diane(Barryman)Jopek

Eileen Walvoord

May 28, 2010

Enamored of the French language and culture, Randi was a dedicated professional who shared that passion daily with her students. She will be remembered her as the vivacious, enthusiastic, and creative colleague we were privileged to know. Please accept the heartfelt condolences of the Chicago/Northern IL Chapter of the American Association of Teachers of French.

Joan (Valla) Baratta

May 27, 2010

Dear Sheila, I haven't seen you in oh so many years and it saddens me terribly to be in touch with you now at this time of such tragedy. Your heart is broken, I know, and I am so very. very sorry. My thoughts and my prayers are with you.

Barbara Santana

May 25, 2010

Sheila, my heart is in so much sadness for you and your family, I did not know your daughter, only you her loving mother it is beyond comprehension as a mother, to know the pain you feel, I am here for you and always will be....God Bless You...Barbara Santana

Teri (Goldberg) Abrams

May 23, 2010

I will always cherish the time I spent growing up with Randi. I am so heartbroken for all of her family and friends. I love you Randi!

Alyce Buckley

May 21, 2010

Dear Sheila:

Words cannot begin to express how badly I feel since I read about Randi last night. I am so very very sorry for you and your family. I dont know what else to say except my thoughts are with you in every way. My heart is hurting for what you have to endure.

Love you... Alyce

scott stenn

May 21, 2010

we shared a special bond as brother and sister. the heavens just got a lot brighter for you are a shining star. Rest in peace little sis.

Jasmine Sebaggala

May 21, 2010

I enjoyed interacting with Randi. She was a great parent. She was supportive, nurturing and she raised independent boys. Ethan is always on task, he knows where to find materials and he is a great problem solver. I am sure that Jonas has similar characteristics. I extend my prayers and sympathies to Steve, Ethan, Jonas and the family of Randi Levin! God Bless! Love, Jasmine Sebaggala

Jackie Tulumaris

May 21, 2010

I am struggling to process this news. Randi was one of my deepest, most interesting and insightful friends. We met at District 39, when she started as the French teacher, I as the German teacher. We had so much fun over the years, and as life moved on we always kept in touch. I always loved my visits, phone calls, book recommendations and deep conversations with her. I always hoped to go to Montana with her (the place I heard so much about!). My deepest condolences go to Randi's family...especially Steve, JoJo, and Effie. My heart breaks when I think of what you all have to endure. I will never erase my "Randy & Steve" ipod playlist I used when they would come to visit. It was a combo of the Grateful Dead for Steve and funky tunes I knew she would love. Randi, I will miss you forever. Rest in peace, my friend.

Jenny Rathsburg

May 21, 2010

Heartbroken, completely heartbroken....Randi was a wonderful, wonderful woman who I will never forget. I taught with her at Washburn for a couple years and kept in touch after I moved to AZ. My eldest is the same age as her twins. I just feel like it is a bad dream. My sincere thoughts and prayers are with her family.

May 20, 2010

I enjoyed talking to Randi at teacher conferences. She also volunteered in my classroom and went on field trips with the class. I know that she was a wonderful and loving mother to her two boys. I have had the pleasure of working with Jonas. He has made great progress this year. I am sure that she would be very proud of him. To the family I send my deepest sympathy.
Love, Ms. Marilyn Upchurch

Ross Rathgeber

May 20, 2010

I recently re-connected with Randi after several years following the death of one of our law school classmates in March. She always made me laugh and took great delight in introducing a redneck to Chicago culture. She will be missed and I extend my sympathies to her family.

Tom Barron

May 20, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with her family- natural and extended- at this time. A light in our lives has been forever dimmed.

Sue Broder

May 20, 2010

I am at such of loss of words at this moment. I know that is hard to believe, as I am a Broder. Steve, Ethan, and Jonas, Ellie and I love you all very much and really wanted to be with you this week. Please know that you are in our hearts. Thank you for making us your family.
love, Ellie and Sue

Verne Noparstak

May 20, 2010

My deepest sympathies to you, the family and beloved of Randi. I went to prom with Randi 32 years ago and only yesterday heard of her passing. I felt priviledged to be among her circle of friends in high school, and share your grief at this time of loss.

Ben Barron

May 19, 2010

Rest in peace, dearest Randi. We all miss you so very deeply. God Bless You.

Juli Africk Noll

May 19, 2010

I miss u.

Diane Alfille- Arden

May 19, 2010

Our heartfelt wishes that the memories of your good times together can comfort you in this difficult time and in the years ahead. We send our love and support to your family and most especially to Jonas & Ethan.

Matt, Diane, Aaron & Becky Arden (Becky is in Ethan's class at Willard)

May 19, 2010

Dear Steve.
We are so sorry about your tragic loss.As much as I only got to meet Randi at family events we had some really good conversations. She was a bright, charming person, a pleasure to talk to.
My thoughts are with you in this difficult time.
We are sorry we could not be present at the service-we are both struggling with a very bad cold and whacking cough.
Our sincere condolences to the whole family
Susan and George Meschel

Wendy, Adam, Hayley, and Jeremy

May 19, 2010

We love you, Randall. You will always be in our hearts.

Larry and Robin Levin

May 19, 2010

Randi, you will be forever in our hearts and prayers. We will all cherish and smile when we think back to great family times we had together whether it was in LA, Montana or in Chicago.

Effie and JoJo, we love you and will always be there for our dear and precious nephews.

Randi, rest in peace.

All our love,

Larry, Robin, Jessica and Josh

John Vitale

May 19, 2010

My Deepest sympathy to your Family. Randi was a great person and will be missed.

Kristi Komon

May 19, 2010

Dear Sheila,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this incredibly difficult time.
With my love and condolences,
Kristi

suzy Kogen Friedman

May 18, 2010

To Randi's family,
I heve memories of our single days; eating at Hustons resturant, exercising at east bank club, and finally meeting the worlds greatest guy (Steve), and marrying him.
My heart breaks for you all,
She was a very special person.
Suzy Kogen

Denise Kokinis

May 18, 2010

My heart goes out to Randi's family. What a terrible loss. She will be missed

Shawn Finnerty

May 18, 2010

I had the good fortune to meet Randi while at Niles North. I will always remember her great smile. You have my condolences for your loss.

Robin DeRussy

May 18, 2010

Steve,Ethan,Jonas and the Stenn Family, my thoughts and prayers are with you. I was very saddened to hear about Randi's passing.I had the pleasure to get to know you when you moved next door to my mom Monnie. My mom cared alot about all of you and felt lucky to have such good neighbors and was crazy about the boys. Rest in peace Randi.

Sharon (Gumbiner) Mintz

May 18, 2010

I am so sad today.
I will always have the best memories of us growing up together.Cant stop looking at all of the pictures.
May you rest in peace Randi.

Anita Hillers

May 18, 2010

The pain must be beyond any words I could offer and nothing can soothe....she will remain my "little sister": her beauty, her brightness, her entire personality: unique and irreplacable, and she will never be forgotten by those she has touched. To Sheila, to Stan, to Scott: I am feeling the loss across the ocean, though we only recently got back in touch. My heart goes out to you and her entire family. I am struggling to understand.

May 18, 2010

This is the very same verse I read at my mother's Sunset...I found comfort in it, as I hope you will.
Philippians 4:6
Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God


1 Peter 5:6-7
Humble yourselves, therefore, under God's mighty hand, that he may lift you up in due time. Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.
Blessings,
Yvonne Boone

Audrey Zarlin Edwards

May 18, 2010

RIP Randi - you will be missed.

Marya Flood

May 18, 2010

Watching our kids play baseball, play-dates at both houses, laughter, questions, more laughter, more questions. Some answered, some still out there. It is with great sorrow that I say goodbye and pray that you are at peace.

May 18, 2010

Dear, Sweet, Beautiful Randi - I am so very sad...you know that you were always my favorite. My deepest condolences to the family. Much Love, Shelli Dolin

Joey Paul Jensen

May 18, 2010

I am so sorry for your loss. My memories of Randi will be forever joyous.We were friends since grade school. There were countless times I rode my bike from Morton Grove to Chesterfield to hang with Randi. We did high school plays together. We met up in France after college. Randi was one my closest friends from back home. Although I live in Los Angeles, we never lost touch. She was so beautiful and intelligent. I always told her she was the midwest Jennifer Anniston. I will forever cherish the wonderful memories I have.

Ronni Barnes Frey

May 18, 2010

My deepest condolences on your loss, my memories of Randi in high school are very sweet and lots of fun. My heart breaks for all of you.

May 18, 2010

Mdme Levin,
Thank you for the kindness you showed me during my years at Washburne. Kids could be mean, but you always raised my spirits with a joke. You introduced me to the French language and I will always be grateful for this. I remember when your twins were born. You were so excited and so were all of your students. We will all miss you.
Love,
a former student

Celene Bakrins

May 17, 2010

I feel a profound sadness and sense of loss for the entire Stenn and Levin family. I am so sorry for your loss and send healing prayers and energies to you all. I feel so bad that the beautiful light that Randi shed on this world was taken too soon. My condolences.
Celene Drachler Bakrins

Sheila Scott

May 17, 2010

"Through prayer and supplication, let your petitions be made known to God;" and may "the peace of God that excels all thought" be yours during this time of loss. Philippians 4:6,7

Deepest Sympathy,

May 17, 2010

My deepest condolences to Steve, Jonas, Ethan and the rest of the Stenn and Levin families. You are all in my thoughts as is Randi. She made the world a better place and I will really miss her. Lesly Levitas

Lori Kernes Noftz

May 17, 2010

So saddened by the news of Randi's passing. May all the wonderful memories of Randi forever be in your hearts. Our Condolences to the family.

May 17, 2010

Dear Levin Family,
When we first met Mrs. Levin last year her smile and exuberance filled the classroom. We could immediately tell what a special teacher she was. She captivated the students and parents as she spoke of her passion for teaching French. To use her own words, "She was a star!". We are forever grateful to her for giving her gift of knowledge to our son. Our hearts are broken and we are sorry for your great loss.
With deepest sympathy and prayers,
The LaMotte family

Lisa Flanagan

May 17, 2010

Randi touched us with her sunny smile and warmth. Our thoughts are with her loved ones.

leah Toppel

May 17, 2010

Sending love to Randi's family. She was beautiful, sweet, and will be missed.

May 17, 2010

Randi and taught together at McKenzie School in Wilmette in the early 90's. She taught French to my fifth graders, and we shared a classroom. Lots of great, fun memories, especially of Septembers when we would celebrate our shared birthday with our students. We kept in touch as neighbors in North Evanston and also shared the joys and trials of raising twin boys--mine are ten. I send my heartfelt condolences; she will be greatly missed. Sue Epler

May 17, 2010

TO THE STENN & LEVIN FAMILY
I WAS SHOCKED AND SADDENED TO READ ABOUT YOUR LOSS! PLEASE KNOW THAT MY THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU AT THIS TIME.

HUGS.
BARBARA (BASS) GUREVITZ

Tracy Silverman

May 17, 2010

Randi will be very missed by everyone at Washburne. My sincere thoughts are with all of you.

nanci and richie lakin

May 17, 2010

Randi...rest in peace.

Heather & Mikael Herve

May 17, 2010

Steve, Jonas and Ethan, we cherish the memories we have of Randi and send you our heartfelt condolences. We will always remember her hearty laughter and open heart which welcomed us, fed us and entertained us in your home. You are in our thoughts, as Randi will also forever be.

Mikael, Heather, Maden and Poppy

May 17, 2010

All of Chesterfield is shedding tears today. I feel truly blessed to have had Randi as a very close friend growing up. Condolences to your entire family. The heavens will be shining brighter.
Caryn Dolin McShane

DeAnn Dietz-Phelps

May 17, 2010

Randi was my childhood friend from Chesterfield and all during High School. She was always a shinning star. My deapest condolences to her family and friends. I'm sorry for your loss.
DeAnn Dietz-Phelps

May 17, 2010

Steven and family, we are deeply sorry for your loss. Please know our thoughts are with you. Sebastian, Karla, Sofia and Benjamin, neighbors.

May 17, 2010

Steven, Sheila, Scott, and the entire family, our deepest condolences for your tragic loss. Randi's beauty, intelligence and caring way stood out like a bright burning star. She will be GREATLY missed.

Lee and Linda Weisenberg

May 17, 2010

We re so sorry for your loss.
Our heartful sympathy to your entire family.
We love you,
Liz, Morris & Luke

Iris (Greenberg) Jacobson

May 17, 2010

The memory I hold onto of Randi is watching her dance joyfully, her long, blonde hair flowing, as we choreographed and danced to "One Love in my Lifetime" in 1977 at Niles North H.S. Her fabulous smile and grace stayed with her all these years and will not be forgotten. My heartfelt condolences to those beautiful boys and the entire Stenn/Levin family.

Sheryl Nussbaum

May 17, 2010

Steve, Ethan and Jonas,
Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time! I am so sorry for your loss.

Shelley Carey

May 17, 2010

The memories you hold as a family will help ease some of the pain you are experiencing as you grieve Randi's passing. She was an involved and supportive Willard School parent - always eager to pitch in any time help was needed. She so loved Ethan and Jonas and always talked about them in a loving an caring way. We send our love to the entire family as you support one another through this most difficult time.

May 17, 2010

My heartfelt sympathy to your entire family. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers... Holly Fryman ( Atlanta, GA.)

May 17, 2010

Dr. and Mrs Arnold swerdlow
So sorry. See you soon.

Georgi Gold

May 17, 2010

What a terrible loss. We are so heartbroken for all of you. You remain in our prayers.
Love,
Georgi and Steve

Toby & Howard Glantz

May 17, 2010

We are so sorry for your loss. Our heart goes out to your family.

Mora Sacks

May 17, 2010

My sincerest condolences to the entire family.
I met my soul sister over twenty five years ago when we were both law students working at my father’s law firm. We instantly formed a bond that was so special. Not only did we look alike but we related on so many levels. We celebrated the happy times together and were there for each other during tough times. Randi will always be a part of me and I will cherish the wonderful memories I have of her. Her beautiful boys will forever have a true angel by their side.

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