Alvin Zivot

Alvin M. Zivot August 3, 1941 - May 28, 2026 Alvin Murray Zivot, age 94, died at home on May 28, 2026. He was a blessing in life for all of us who loved and admired him, and his memory will always be a blessing. Born in Winnipeg in 1931, he was a Jewish man willing to be counted and counted on. He thought he might immigrate to Israel in 1948 until his father, Zaida Jack, threw that book at him. Alvin dedicated his life to his loving family, close lifelong friends, and the community. He was an unceasingly devoted son to Jack and Lil, loving brother to Gerry and Bernice, loyal and loving husband to Ruby and then Libby, supportive, proud, and affectionate father to Paula and Gary, Eric and Jill, and Joel and Jennifer, and doting Zaida to Sam, Olivia, Solomon, Tovah, Brandon, Eli, and Lily, brother-in-law to Zoe Margolis-Piper and Julian Piper, and loving companion to Janet Laine. Alvin enjoyed a long career as a skilled lawyer with an attention to detail and a sterling reputation. He wore his Queens Council recognition with honour. Alvin was more naturally a mediator and consensus builder than an adversary. He was the Chief Commissioner of the Manitoba Residential Tenancy Commission. After many years of distinction, he was appointed Chief Electoral Officer for the Manitoba Metis Foundation. His word was gold, and he showed up and did the work. In retirement, he shifted to philanthropy, big and small. He was dignified in a way now almost unseen. He was a serious man who loved to laugh and delighted in those around him. He was the most loyal friend and showed up to provide support in the most difficult situation. He loved his wife Libby, who preceded him in death in 2009. For all who saw the way he looked at her and adored her, it would make anyone know that true love and marriage were real. Alvin fought serious heart disease all his adult life, he was the poster child for diet and exercise as a refutation against infirmity and poor health. He shook your hand with a crushing grip and a twinkle in his eye. His biceps were only matched by his impeccable taste in all the best things worth noticing. He worked hard and never shirked. From humble beginnings in North Winnipeg, he became a successful and generous man because he valued the people around him who mattered to him, and he helped anyone who needed it. Space does not permit the mention of so many people whom he valued and who valued him. He will be buried next to his wife, Libby, and for all of us, we were blessed for the time we had with him. We will miss him for all the days of our lives. Memorial donations may be made to the Alvin Zivot Memorial Fund at the Prosserman JCC in Toronto, Contact: [email protected]