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Elizabeth Levy Obituary

Elizabeth Weber Levy

02/27/52 - 09/27/13

Elizabeth Ann Weber Levy, 61, of Alexandria, Louisiana, passed away on Friday, September 27, 2013 in Alexandria.

Services for Mrs. Levy will be held at eleven o'clock on Monday, September 30, 2013 at St. James Episcopal Church, in Alexandria, with The Very Reverend Fred Haley Tinsley, Jr., Rector of St. James Episcopal Church, officiating. Interment will be at Mount Olivet Cemetery, in Pineville, under the direction of John Kramer & Son Funeral Home.

Mrs. Levy, who liked to be called "Beth," was a Bolton High School graduate and a graduate of Harriet Sophie Newcomb Memorial College of Tulane University, in New Orleans, where she was a member of Chi Omega Fraternity. She was active in the Republican Party and was a Presidential Elector in 2000 from the 5th Congressional District. Over the years, she served on the boards of Ballet Alexandria, Red River Dance Theatre Company, Central Louisiana AIDS Support Services (CLASS), the YWCA, Central Louisiana Historical Association, March of Dimes, Alexandria Bar Auxiliary (President and Vice-President), the Rapides Board of Election Supervisors, Rapides Symphony Orchestra and the Red River Chorale. She was a very active member of the Krewe of Twelfth Night and also belonged to the Krewe of Boogaloo.

A member of St. James Episcopal Church, Mrs. Levy sang in the choir and with All That Jazz, the folk mass group, was a licensed Lay Eucharistic Minister and Visitor, was a founding member of the Anna Luckett Chapter of the Daughters of the King, served on the Saint James Episcopal Day School Board and the Associate Vestry, was a Food Bank Kids' Tutoring Program Volunteer, served as the parish's representative to the Cursillo Convocational Ultreya and was a Cursillo Weekend team member several times, was a Diocesan Convention Delegate and Alternate Delegate, taught Sunday school and catechism and was appointed by the Bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Western Louisiana to various diocesan committees..

Mrs. Levy, a respected historian, was superintendent of Kent House State Commemorative Area, an abstractor with Rapides Title Research, a realtor-associate with Marion Dear Weber Real Estate, first editor of the "Alive" magazine (Episcopal Diocese of Western Louisiana), made jewelry under the name "Studio B," designed web sites, co-founded and edited the Rive Rouge Review and published a children's book called "The Whale Who Wanted to Play Cello."

Mrs. Levy was preceded in death by her parents, Colonel Henry Loy Weber, United States Air Force, and Marion Dear Weber. She is survived by her husband, Robert George Levy, Esq. of Alexandria, Louisiana; her sister, Suzanne Weber Drell, and her husband, Judge Dee Dodson Drell, Esq., of Alexandria, Louisiana; and by her children: Mrs. Harper Levy Buman and her husband, Nathan Andrew Buman, of West Des Moines, Iowa; and Wallace Suzanne Levy of New Orleans, Louisiana. She is also survived by her nephews and her niece: Mr. Bradley Loy Drell, Esq., of Alexandria; Mr. Brian Robert Drell and Mrs. Katherine Drell Grissel, Esq., and her husband, Mr. Jeremy Tred Grissel, of Dallas, Texas.

Friends are asked to call at the St. James Episcopal Church Parish Hall the morning of the service, between the hours of nine o'clock and eleven o'clock, the time of the service.

In lieu of flowers, the family has requested memorials be sent to St. James Episcopal Church, 1620 Murray Street, Alexandria, Louisiana 71301.

The family also would like to express its deepest and sincerest gratitude for the loving care given to Beth by her treating physicians, Drs Gregory J. Ardoin, Michael G. Buck, John Giroir, Jr., Stuart C. Head, Meyer Kaplan, Lawrence P. Menache, Howard G. Wold and the compassionate care-givers of the Rapides Regional Medical Center Emergency Room and MICU.

To extend online condolences to the Levy Family please visit us at www.kramerfunerals.com.

Published by The Town Talk from Sep. 28 to Sep. 29, 2013.
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Having just read in the Tulane Magazine that Beth had passed, it feels as if the world is emptier with less light. Beth and her Mom were a central part of my Newcomb world, and through the years she was many times in my thoughts. My condolences to her family and friends…and to her communities which she served and cared for.

Janet Taylor

June 7, 2014

Bobby, thoughts and prayers for you and your daughters. I am so very sorry, you have my deepest condolences.

Julie Bourdette

January 8, 2014

October 31, 2013

A beautiful Lady, with a beautiful humour, and a beautiful mind - that is how Beth will be remembered in this household. She is with God now, watching over all of us and praying that everyone will become Republicans. Bobby, you and the girls are in our thoughts and prayers, always. Duane and Karen Dargis (Ireland)

Duane and Karen Dargis

October 30, 2013

I'll never forget the sincere kindness that both Bob and Beth showed us after moving into our home this year. It was such a blessing to have them as neighbors. I have kept all of the personal handwritten notes/letters that Beth wrote to us/me during our difficult times, because of this, Beth has inspired me to start writing again. We consider you more than just neighbors but call you a very dear friend. We hold you in our prayers and thoughts.

Sincerely,
Ara and Chef Fett

Ara Fett

October 29, 2013

After moving into our new home, you both made us feel so welcome. Beth's hand written letter to us were very comforting and kind. We considered you guys friends as well as neighbors. Unfortunately we did not get to spend more time with Beth, but the time we did know her, we consider a blessing. It's is not often you meet people that are so sincere as Beth and Bob. We consider it a great honor to both know our new neighbors and friends. I personally felt touched by Beth's written letters, so much so that it has inspired me to start writing again. She will be truly missed and a blessing to meet. Our thoughts and prayers are always with your family.

Sincerely,
Ara and Chef Fett

Ara Fett

October 29, 2013

Bobby, I remember when you, Beth and I went to see Buddy Himes' new house. She was beautiful then and full of positive encouragement for the design and decor, of which Buddy was very proud. She cared a bout people's feelings and it was obvious even then. Such a beautiful woman through and through. I wish I had had the opportunity to have known her better. My heart goes out to you in your grief, and the days when you will miss her seemingly inconsolably. But it is not forever. Remember that. She did in her lovely, tender and hope filled service. Hang on to Heaven's promise that your love and faith on this earth will bring you together again in the next life.

Loryn Frey

October 28, 2013

Words cannot possibly express the void I feel in my life after the loss of our beautiful Beth. It seems she had permeated practically every facet of my everyday activities. We were like sisters the last few years. Her intellect, wicked wit and sheer joy for life brought me so much joy. I will miss her greatly.

Gena Gore

October 28, 2013

Dear Bobby, Dear Susie,
Your great loss must be difficult to bear. You two being the kind and dear people that you are - Beth knew she was loved and cherished. You both are in my thoughts.
Pat Goodwin

October 3, 2013

Bobby - Jean and I are so sorry for this crushing loss to you and the children. What an amazing lady. Bless your heart.

Harmon Drew

October 3, 2013

Bob, Glenn & I are so sorry for your loss. We are keeping you & your family in Prayer. May God's Love, Peace, Strength & Courage see you through. All our love to you, Glenn & Lydia Cortello

October 2, 2013

Stunned that Beth, who was smart, dedicated, beautiful, funny, and a servant of God and community has passed at such a young age. She was an important part of my college experience at Newcomb and within Chi Omega. May you take comfort in knowing Beth adored you and may she rest in the arms of the Lord.

October 1, 2013

Bob and girls, so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of sorrow.

Kathleen and Kay Mostert

October 1, 2013

Bob, Harper and Wallace - We will miss Beth's presence so much in our office. We were fortunate to have her serve on the Board of Supervisors for Elections for many years. During those years as the Governor's appointee, she was a delight and joy to work with. JoJo, Lin, Juanita, Sandy and Denise -- Rapides Parish Registrar of Voters Office

Lin Stewart

September 30, 2013

Our prayers are with you in your time of sorrow. God called Beth home early. "For I am the resurrection and the life, whosoever believeth me Me shall not perish, but have everlasting life."Beth is with Jesus in paradise.

Jim & Cathy Clement

September 30, 2013

Our family's prayers are with you all in this time of sorrow and great loss. Praying that God's peace that passes understanding fills your hearts and minds today and always.

Laine and Willie Miller

September 30, 2013

Dearest Bobby, Harper, and Wallace. Our family is grieving with yours, You mother was so proud of her family and showed so much loving kindness to all around her. I will miss her advice and encouragement. Her knowledge of issues, etiquette ---history and political nuances. Will really be lost without her conversation. I know you will miss her so much more in so many ways, Aunt Jo Lea and Uncle Bob are here for you at any time. Our prayers are with you all

jolea levy

September 29, 2013

What an amazing, busy, and beautiful woman! Our prayers are with you all in this difficult time.
--Heather and Tony

Heather Matlock

September 29, 2013

Dearest Bob and family,
Doug and I were so sad to hear of the death of Beth. She was always so kind and sweet and what a dynamic life she led helphing others. I have fond memories of her attempting to teach me how to "tat". We will all miss her.

Doug and Patty Gamburg

September 29, 2013

Sorry for type error...my comment should say "she was a kind and gifted soul"...
~Stephanie Gist Novakovich

Stephanie Novakovich

September 29, 2013

Bob, I am so sorry for you on the loss of your wife.

Franklin Flanders

September 29, 2013

Dear Bob, Harper, and Wallace,
Please know that you are all in our prayers and thoughts. Beth will be very missed by so many people. It was a pleasure to be her friends. We love you all and thinking of you.
Duane and Karen Dargis

September 29, 2013

Diana and I send our most sincere condolences on this loss of a highly respected and very dear friend. Beth's presence will be missed by so many, in so many different ways. Go with God, Beth.

Pete & Diana Moriarty

September 28, 2013

Bob:

I am sorry for your loss. May God be with you and your family now and in the coming weeks.

Gwenda Lamb

September 28, 2013

Sending prayers to you Bob and Girls..Stan and Christine Belgard

September 28, 2013

So sorry for your loss, Beth was a Sweet Lady. I know she is greatly missed. Our prayers are with you. Jo Holden and Audrey Bryant

September 28, 2013

I am so sorry to learn of Beth's passing. Please know that you all are in my thoughts and prayers. It seems only yesterday that we were at Bolton, then Newcomb and Chi Omega.

George Ann Hayne Peters

September 28, 2013

Praying for your family...so sorry to hear about Beth...she was a kind a gifted soul...may God comfort you all at this time of sorrow.
~Stephanie Gist Novakovich

Stephanie Novakovich

September 28, 2013

Bob and girls...our love and prayers to you all Mark Canet-Baldwin and family

mark canet-baldwin

September 28, 2013

Thinking of you all.

Allison From

September 28, 2013

With deepest sympathy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
John and Gloria Waight and Family
Belize, Central America

September 28, 2013

I am so sorry to hear of Beth's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Barbara Shafranski

September 28, 2013

WE ask God's kindest healing grace to be given to you,Bob, and your family,for each of you in a way that makes Beth's Death Bearable. Blessings and Love.

Herb and Jane O'Neal

September 28, 2013

Robert, Harper and Wallace I want to extend my condolances you for your great loss. After I lost my wife, Sarah, Beth would always inquire about my well being and I appreciated that. I know she was a wonderful wife, mother, companion and friend to all of you and cherish those memories. The community will miss her, but know she has left her positive mark in many of the organizations and community projects she took part in. The three of you and the extended family are all in my prayers. My God guide you and comfort you during these times of sorrow. Lee

September 28, 2013

Please accept our sympathy.
So sorry to hear about Beth.

Albert & Donna Perrine

September 28, 2013

Truly a lady of distinction and an example of an involved leader and citizen. It was a pleasure to know Beth and her husband and my sympathy is extended to the family and friends.
Colonel Louis T Dechert

Louis Dechert

September 28, 2013

Though she is gone too soon, Beth lived a remarkable life. Her community activism made a difference. Her spirit enveloped her family and friends with the gift of unwavering love. May the love of family and friends lift you up as you grieve.

Deborah and Ned Randolph

September 28, 2013

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