Jess Stephen Levin

Jess Stephen Levin, 73, passed away Sunday, September 15, 2019 in Scottsdale, AZ surrounded by family. He was born in Racine, WI January 12, 1946, son of Harold and Pearl Levin. After graduating from Horlick High School in 1964, Jess attended UW-Madison and graduated with a bachelor's degree in 1968. For 35 years, Jess served as the President, CEO and Chairman of the Bank of Elmwood located in Racine, WI. He was a past Director and President of the Wisconsin Bankers Association. Jess was a longtime resident of Fox Point, WI until retiring to Scottsdale, AZ in 2011. Jess is survived by his wife of 44 years, Ellen of Scottsdale, AZ; children Jonathan (Sarah) Levin of Scottsdale, AZ, Adam (Jessi) Levin of Phoenix, AZ, and Jason Levin of Milwaukee, WI; two grandchildren, Ella and Max Levin of Scottsdale, AZ; sister Barbara (David) Behnke of San Jose, CA; nephew Joe (Danita) Behnke of San Jose, CA; and, brother-in-law Steve Goldfine of Duluth, MN. Jess was preceded in death by his parents and sister Ilene Levin.