Cathy Levin Shuman Trivers
Cathy Levin Shuman Trivers passed away on July 17, 2023 following a valiant 10-year battle with Alzheimer’s disease. She was 70 years old. Born on October 7, 1952, in Boston, Massachusetts, Cathy was the cherished daughter of Robert and Carrol Levin.
Cathy attended Newton South High School, where she met her late husband, Louis A. Shuman. After graduating from the University of Denver, Cathy and Louis exchanged vows in 1972 and returned to their roots in Massachusetts. They settled in Wayland, MA, where they built a beautiful life together.
Throughout her life, Cathy’s passion for early childhood education ignited her dedication to serving as an elected School Board member, making a positive impact on countless young lives. Cathy’s vibrant spirit extended beyond her role as a devoted mother and wife. Her love for fitness blossomed into a lifelong passion, which she skillfully transformed into a profession. She also found solace and inspiration in contemporary art, and her keen eye and expertise were shared with others during her years of consultancy at Clark Gallery.
Left to cherish her memory are her beloved husband of nearly 19 years, Ted Trivers, along with her daughters Samantha Shuman of Brooklyn, NY, and Rachel Shuman Sullivan and her husband Michael, of Milton, Massachusetts. Cathy also leaves behind two adored grandchildren, Carly and Tyler Sullivan. She is survived by her mother, Carrol Levin, her brother Rick Levin and his wife Arlene of West Newton, and her sister-in-law Barnette Shuman of Auburndale. Cathy was preceded in death by her first husband, Louis A. Shuman, and her father, Robert J. Levin.
In the hearts of those who knew her, Cathy will forever be remembered as a woman of valor, love and dedication. Her impact on her family, community, and the fields she touched will endure as a testament to her remarkable life.
Services will be held at The Chapel at the Sharon Memorial Park, 40 Dedham St., Sharon, MA, Thursday July 20, 2023 at 10am. Memorial observance will be held at the home of Richard and Arlene Levin on Thursday following the interment until 4pm. The family requests that any donations be made to support the Center for Alzheimer Research and Treatment (CART) at Brigham and Women’s Hospital. Checks can be made payable to Brigham and Women’s Hospital with “in memory of Cathy Shuman Trivers” in the memo line and sent to Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Development Office, 263 Huntington Avenue #318, Boston, MA 02115-4506 or visit bwhgiving.org/memorial to make your gift online.