Lawrence C. “Larry” Levey, age 92, passed away peacefully on April 10, 2026, at Sinai Healthcare Center in Boca Raton, Florida, after a year-long illness. A longtime resident of Sylvania, Ohio, Larry spent his later years in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida.
Born in Far Rockaway, New York, to Benjamin and Sophie Levey, Larry was a proud graduate of Far Rockaway High School. He earned his Bachelor of Arts from the University of Pennsylvania and later attended the New York University Graduate School of Business.
Larry enjoyed a distinguished career spanning more than four decades. He began his professional life on Wall Street, where he spent nine years before joining Owens-Illinois Inc. Over 35 years with the company, he rose from sales representative to Vice President of Packaging Operations and Director of Corporate Credit, with responsibilities across multiple divisions including glass container, plastic products, closures, component products, Kimble, and prescription products operations.
Larry was also a proud veteran of the United States Army, serving at Fort Stewart, Georgia, and receiving an honorable discharge. Upon his return home Larry married his high school sweetheart Phyllis. They had two daughters Alison and Debra.  Larry and Phyllis enjoyed their life together making wonderful memories as a couple and a family.
Deeply committed to his community, Larry served as both member and President of the Board of Education for Sylvania Public Schools, and as member and President of the Board of Directors of Temple Shomer Emunim in Sylvania, Ohio. He also served with the Better Business Bureau of Greater Toledo and as Chairman of the Packaged Product Suppliers Group. In Ohio, he remained active as a member of Stone Oak Country Club. In Florida, he was a member of BallenIsles Country Club and served as a board member of the BallenIsles Community Association.
In retirement, Larry continued his commitment to service and mentorship. He was a Score mentor here in Toledo, helping entrepreneurs start and grow their businesses. Additionally, he was certified by the Supreme Court of Florida as a County Mediator and served as a public arbitrator certified by NASD (now FINRA).
Beyond his professional and civic accomplishments, Larry embraced life with energy, warmth, and humor. He was an avid golfer enjoying memberships at Stone Oak Country Club in Ohio and BallenIsles Country Club in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. He was a dedicated exercise enthusiast, faithfully going to the gym several times a week. Larry loved a good celebration and especially cherished taking to the dance floor with his beloved wife, Phyllis—they were a beautiful couple. Larry enjoyed music, traveling, and most importantly, spending time with his family and friends. He was exceptionally outgoing and loved speaking with everyone he met. He maintained many close friendships and, in his later years, especially enjoyed reconnecting with his high school friends, many of whom had also relocated to Florida, for a monthly lunch gathering.
He was known for his quick wit and warm humor, often recalling how when he was a young boy, on Ladies Day at the Brooklyn Dodger’s baseball game, he let his sister dress him like a girl so he could get into the game for a nickel.
He was also a passionate sports enthusiast, cheering loudly and proudly for the University of Michigan despite his daughters being graduates of The Ohio State University and the University of Wisconsin, respectively—creating a spirited and cherished family rivalry.
In Florida, the highlight of his grandchildren’s visits was riding in Papa’s golf cart and enjoying “free” ice cream at the country club—though Papa always reminded them that nothing is ever truly free.
Larry was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 59 years, Phyllis (Nadel) Levey; his parents, Benjamin and Sophie Levey; his sister  Harriet Parker; his brother-in-law Tony Parker; and his son-in-law Jeffrey Sherman.
He is survived by his loving daughters, Alison (Sherman) Ahrens (Bryan) and Debra Kamikow (Jeffrey); his cherished grandchildren, Sarah, Joshua, and Jamie Sherman, and Claudia and Evan Kamikow; his adored great-grandchildren, Odin and Jade, who brought immense joy to his life.
Frank Sinatra was one of Larry’s favorite singers, and the lyrics of “My Way” reflect a life lived fully:
“And now, the end is near
And so I face the final curtain
My friend, I’ll say it clear
I’ll state my case, of which I’m certain
I’ve lived a life that’s full
I traveled each and every highway
And more, much more than this, I did it my way.”
Dad was our hero, mentor, friend, and family patriarch. He will be deeply missed, but never  forgotten.
Larry’s Funeral services will  take place on Wednesday April 15th at 10:30 a.m. at Temple Shomer Emunim, 6453 West Sylvania Ave. Sylvania, Ohio, followed by interment at Eagle Point Cemetery, Rossford, Ohio.   Larry’s family will receive friends and family at a Meal of condolence in the Temple lounge immediately following interment. The family will receive friends at the Ahrens residence in Toledo Thursday evening  from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. with services at 6:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Temple Shomer Enumin, The Friendship Circle of Toledo or The National Pancreatic Cancer Foundation.