Justine Martha Lavin
February 25, 1939 ~ December 27, 2009
Resided in:
Asheville, NC
Asheville Butterfly Trail
Justine Martha Lavin, 70, of Edgelawn Rd., Asheville, died peacefully Sunday, December 27, 2009, at her home.
An Asheville native, Mrs. Lavin was a daughter of the late David and Ruth Diamond Lowenberg. Mrs. Lavin had retired from Beverly Hanks & Associates, where she worked as a real estate broker.
Although Justine lived nearly her entire life in Asheville, where she was an active member of the community, she gained a worldly perspective due to her love of international travel.
She had a loving and kind heart, and a sharp intellect, and she cared deeply for her many friends.
Despite being ill for the past 3 years, and being badly injured in a car accident, Justine maintained a positive attitude and keen sense of humor. She is remembered by those who loved her as an exceptional mother and wife.
She is survived by her husband, Joseph Lavin, to whom she was married for 51 years; daughter, Jodi Lavin-Tompkins; son, Jeffrey Lavin and sister, Trudy Pokross and her husband, Charles; grandchildren, David and Jonathan Tompkins and Tiana Lavin; niece and nephew, Michelle and Matthew Pokross, and great-nephew, Brandon Pokross.
A memorial service for Mrs. Lavin will be held at 11:00 a.m. Thursday in the Patton Ave. chapel of Groce Funeral Home with Rabbi Batsheva Meiri officiating. The family will receive friends at the home at other times.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Amyloidosis Foundation, Inc., http://www.amyloidosis.org
Caring thoughts are sent to Justine’s family. I am acquainted with her daughter Jodi through work and know that she has a daughter who has excelled in her career with generosity and a call to excellence.
We are so sad to lose Aunt Justine, but feel lucky to have been able to spend time in her warmth and kindness at the anniversary party and our wedding. All of our love and support to Joe, Jodi, Jeff, and Trudy.
To Jodie and her family,
Just wanted to say all my thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this very difficult time. May all your wonderful memories bring you comfort. Jodie I hope all the time you were able to share with her brings you peace.
Kim
Joe – we are so sorry to hear of your loss. I’ve been out of touch with Justine and you in the recent past and am so sorry that that happened. Please share my condolences with your family. I won’t be able to attend the service for Justine as we are out of town, but my heartfelt thoughts are with you and your family.
Mardi and Farrow
My thoughts and condolences are with you, Jodie, and your familty. May this time spent with close family give you strength. The wonderful memories and caring advice from your mom will stay with you always.
Nancy Gordon
To the Lavin family –
Our hearts and thoughts are with you all in this difficult time. Justine was very much a second mom to me as I grew up in Asheville; a vibrant, caring and dear lady whose warmth radiated unceasingly. I will always cherish the many memories I have of her kindness, generosity, humor, and strength. I am grateful to have known her. May peace be with you all – Love
All of us at Appalachian Realty were very fond of Justine and we are going to miss her.
I worked with Justine for several years before I left Asheville in 1999. She was a wonderful, warm, friendly and fun lady. Someone who I always thought so much of. She brought light and laughter into the world. She will be missed by all who knew her.
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Justine was a very dear friend while I was growing up in Asheville. I have fond memories of our childhood years. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
With deapest sympathy to Jodi and her family on this very sad occasion. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sue Demorlis
Riverway Dietitan
We thought the world of Justine and will miss her very much.
Dear Lavins:
Justine and I had some wonderful times together these last few years, despite what fate provided. She was quick to laugh, fun to be with, warm and kind, non-judgemental -a fine well-rounded woman. My heart goes to each of you as we share the loss. What a great Mom and Wife she must have been. We’ll miss you every day Justine!
Justine and I were classmates in 1956, but we were not friends. I got a second chance to know her in 2000 and I thank God that I did. She was an inspiration to me and I will miss her very, very much. Joe, my heart goes out to you. I will keep you and your children in my prayers.
We were both new students at St. Genevieve’s in the sixth grade. With names like Lamprinakos and Lowenberg we were next to each other in roll call and everything else—not to mention that we were different. She was my best friend, my muse, and my angel. I was going through a terrible time; her kindness was my salvation. And yes! she was bright and witty. We reconnected recently and much too briefly. I was able to thank her for all she did for me and planned to come and visit her soon. I am forever grateful.
Trudy, you were an adorable and unforgetable little sister. You, Joe, and all of your families are in my prayers.
We will miss Justine and remember her grace and charm for many years; she had a great outlook and was a joy to know.
My thoughts and prayers are with Jodi and her family during this difficult time.
We are saddened by the loss of our dear friend Justine…Our wonderful memories and the good times we shared will endure forever….Barbara and Norman Block
Joe and family, I was in Petersburg, VA the 28th and 29th to bury Bob in his family plot,so I was behind in reading the papers. This morning I read about Justin. I am so sorry for your loss. And I am so sorry that I didn’t know that her service was yesterday, but you all will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Regards, Sonya Friedrich
I send much light,love and blessings to the family of such a joyful soul as Justine. I will miss catching up with Justine in real estate update classes…she soars now being the light of love she is!
She will be missed by all those who had the pleasure of knowing her …even briefly!Go well Justine!