James 'Jim' Levitt, 73

James Elmer Levitt, 73, of Sioux Falls, S.D., and formerly of Kalispell, died Sunday, Sept. 27, 2009, at Sanford Medical Center. He was the son of Francis D. Levitt and Stella (Knapp) Levitt. He graduated from Flathead County High School in Kalispell in 1955, and soon went to serve his country in Korea.

Following his honorable discharge from the U.S. Army in 1960, Jim returned to live and work in Kalispell. He eventually relocated to Sioux Falls in 1980, and opened his own business, Jim's Watch Repair.

He was an active member in the Re-organized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints for many years.

Jim cherished his memories of growing up in Kalispell, especially time spent with friends and family on Lake McDonald.

Grateful for having shared his life are his son, Tim, and Katie Levitt, of Sioux Falls; three loving grandchildren, Colton, Abbey and Eric; brothers, Allan, Carl, Daryl and Dewey; sisters, Carol, Dena and Lola; and many other loving relatives and friends.

Jim was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers, Leonard, Eugene and Robert; and sisters-in-law, Myrna (Robert) Levitt and Treva (Eugene) Levitt. His nephew, Lon Levitt, held a special place in his heart.

A complete obituary and online registry is available at www.chapelhillfuneralhome.com.