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Jack Levengood Obituary

Dr. Jack Davis Levengood of Coatesville Dr. Jack Davis Levengood, 80, passed away on Thursday, May 1, 2014, surrounded by his loving family after a short, but courageous battle with mesothelioma. Dr. Levengood was the husband of Marilyn Helfrich Levengood. They celebrated their 49th wedding anniversary on April 18th of this year. Born in Westwood, Pa. on July 26, 1933, Jack was the son of William Darlington and Mildred Brownback Levengood. He was a graduate of Scott High School in Coatesville. He served his country for 4 years in the U.S. Navy during the Korean War in the Coding Service on the USS Northampton in the North Atlantic. He graduated from Penn State University in Secondary Education. He then received his Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine from the University of Pennsylvania in 1965. He practiced at Brandywine Animal Hospital until he opened the Towerville Veterinary Clinic in Coatesville in 1976, where he practiced until the time of his passing. Dr. Levengood was a member of the Hemlock Lodge, the Pennsylvania Veterinary Medical Assoc., the Penn State Alumni Assoc. and the American Veterinary Medical Association. He was a member of the Olivet United Methodist Church. When Dr. Levengood was not caring for his patients he could be found spending time with his family, working in his garden, or reading a book on the beach at White Crystal or his favorite beach in Vieques, P.R. He and his wife, along with spending time at their home in Vieques, enjoyed traveling to the Caribbean and Europe. Dr. Levengood will be greatly missed. He is survived, in addition to his wife, by his four children, Melissa Jobe, wife of Tim, of Gap, Amy Recke, wife of Sean, of Bethlehem, Karin Graver, wife of Jason, of Allentown and Kyle Levengood of Souderton; five grandchildren, Isabelle Jobe, Jack Jobe, Joshua Recke, Kaitlyn Recke and Adam Recke; and his beloved dog, "Trotter." He was predeceased by his siblings, William "Skip" Levengood and Jean Levengood Frost. The Funeral Service will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, May 7th, at the Parkesburg United Methodist Church, 411 Main St, Parkesburg, PA 19365. The viewing will be held on both Tuesday, from 4 until 8 p.m. at the Wilde Funeral Home, 434 Main St., Parkesburg and again on Wednesday morning at the Parkesburg United Methodist Church from 10 until 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, please share a remembrance of your pet by bringing a nonreturnable photo. Contributions may also be made in honor of Adam Recke, Jack's grandson, through "The Race for Adam Foundation", ATTN: Matt Tobias, 2020 Harold Avenue, Allentown, PA 18104. www.RaceForAdam.org Online condolences can be posted at www.wildefuneralhome.com

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Published by The Daily Local from May 2 to May 3, 2014.

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Gina Simmons

April 27, 2024

I miss Dr Levengood more than words can say. He was more than a vet, he was my friend. I still haven't found a vet that comes close to the vet that Jack was and never will!

Barbara B Bolay

April 26, 2024

Dr. Levengood took care of every single one of my animals for 40+ yrs. He cared for them, and also listened to me and my worries, cares, and wiped away my years several times also. He is a testament to empathy and love. He is missed greatly!

Ted& Jackie Laverty

April 26, 2019

Jack was the best vet ever. A caring doc who loved all animals. He went to school with my husband & was my husband's grandmother's paper boy.keeping it short i will say we prayed For his family. We will always remember him

Donna Goepfert

November 15, 2014

Was at viewing still think about him from time to time

Amy

August 26, 2014

Hi Dad,
I love you and miss you very much. I wish you were still here with us to watch your grandchildren grow up. We will all see you again some day. I love you

Maggie and Rob Phillips

July 11, 2014

We are so sorry to hear of Dr Levengood's passing and send condolences to his family. He was a wonderful man.

Kimba

Patricia Wakefield

June 28, 2014

Kimba

Patricia Wakefield

June 28, 2014

Patricia Wakefield

June 28, 2014

I am so very sorry to learn of the passing of Dr. Levengood. He was an extraordinary Dr. and individual. What he has done for anyone who was a pet owner has been wonderful. He was always down-to-earth and very compassionate. He had a great sense of humor as well. My sincere condolences to Dr. Levengood's family. You had one of the very best people in life spend his life with you.

Sincerely,
Pat Wakefield & "Kimba" (also, my departed "Angel")

Dr. Lorie Portugal & Staff

June 3, 2014

I wish to send my condolences to the Levengood family. Jack Levengood was a respected member of the Veterinary community and his passing will be a loss to all of us.

Ted Perpinka

May 14, 2014

I was so very sad to hear of Jacks passing! I will always remember the broad smile his kindness even when having to help me part with my favorite animal. On on occasion he refused to let me pay him for his services because he remembered my dog so well and stated "Fred and I were old friends I could never take anything for that." I know that was not sweat at the corner of his eye but a tear as he remembered all the visits we made to his office. sleep well my friend, and I hope all dogs do go to heaven you will have many friends their!

Joe & Carolyn Whalen

May 7, 2014

So sorry to hear the news. He was our vet for the past decade. His expertise with animals was a real help to us. We will miss him! His family will be in our thoughts and prayers.

Judi Berkheimer

May 7, 2014

Jack was the best! His love for animals was amazing.He will be greatly missed!

Gina Simmons

May 6, 2014

Words can not express what this man has meant to me and my animals through over 40 years. He was always there for me whenever I needed him unless as I often joked..he was off basking on a beach! Heaven has gained a wonderful man! I can only imagine the number of furry friends waiting to welcome him!! Until we meet again...

Toby

Roxanne Bauer

May 6, 2014

I am sad to hear of Dr. Levengood 's passing. He was my family's vet since I was a little girl, and continued to be my vet and friend as I started my own family. He cared for many of my pets and was always there with a kind word when it was time for them to go. I will truly miss him and I am glad I had the chance to know him. Celebrating a life well lived. I will cherish the memories forever.

Steven Keck

May 6, 2014

I knew Jack for so very many years. He was certainly a special vet. I can remember all the dogs I took to him for shots or when they were sick or injured, and the kindness he showed as he helped me lay many of them to rest as well. There were times when I told him I didn't have the money to pay. He would just say stop by when you can. He was always so calm and relaxed. We would chat a while about the latest news or what our kids were doing. It was just like visiting with an old friend. In fact, that's exactly what he was.

Jack, you took such wonderful care of our family.

Steven Short

May 6, 2014

Shari Englerth

May 6, 2014

Oh my word!!! What can I say! I loved this man!!! He was THE BEST Dr. EVER!!!!! He was the nicest person he really really cared for our pets as much as we do!!!! He is missed already. God Bless his family! I pray for you peace and comfort at this very hard time!! He's is with our Lord Jesus with all the animals in Heaven!!! My prays for you all!!!

jana viguers

May 6, 2014

God bless your family and all the friends at the vets. we will all miss you. bless.

BRUCE AND JUDY PRATT

May 5, 2014

ALL THE ANIMAL WILL BE WAITING AT HEAVENS GATES FOR DR LEVENGOOD TO GREET HIM.MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS GO OUT TO THE FAMILY.RIP DR LEVENGOOD.

Terry Miller

May 5, 2014

What a wonderful man. Jack made everyone he met feel like they had been friends forever. He will be so dearly missed. My prayers are with the family.

May 5, 2014

Dr Jack was one in a million, I am sure the pearly gates were filled with all of the pets and animals that he took care of waiting to greet him as he came through the gates of heaven. What a wonderous sight for him to see. Such a kind hearted man, he will be missed. The Flinn Family - Glenmoore

Janet Detwiler

May 5, 2014

Wonderful dr. And kind gentle man. We will miss greatly. He was always there for us.

May 5, 2014

Another angel in Heaven. Rest in peace Dr. Levengood.

Tricia Sirica

May 5, 2014

I always felt like my animals were getting excellent care when they went to see Dr. Levengood. I have been taking my animals there for his care for 20 years. He will be missed by everyone. Another angel in Heaven. God Bless and we are so sorry for your loss.

May 5, 2014

Dr.Levengood was the kindest, most caring doctor we could ever have hoped to care for our beloved dogs Maddie and Gia. The compassion he showed us and Maddie when she passed will never be forgotten. Rest in Peace, you will be missed. The DePedro Family

May 5, 2014

Dr. Levengood cared for our kitties for many years. We were blessed to know him. What a special man. We have been very sorry to learn of his passing.
Chris, Ann and Jackson Lance

Gina Rodkey

May 5, 2014

RIP Dr Levengood. You will be missed by all that knew you, and especially the pets you helped through out the many years of your practice. Love and Prayers to your family.

May 5, 2014

A Great Vet. A better man. You will be missed. Roy & Joey Lammey

Jacque & Priscilla Donnell

May 4, 2014

Dr. Levengood was a wonderful vet and a dear friend. He will be missed. God bless his family and comfort them at this time of loss

Jack took such good care of Our Whesley

Pam

May 4, 2014

Pam

May 4, 2014

We will never find another man who cares more about helping animals than if you can pay that day. He will be remembered for his love of animals & his kindness. My condolences to his family.

Barbara Bolay

May 4, 2014

I absolutely loved Dr. Jack Levengood. He has been our family vet for over 40 years. He has seen us through puppies, sickness, deaths and well visits. I am so saddened by his death. He gave his heart and soul to each furry friend. Bless you and God has another angel in heaven.

May 4, 2014

One of a kind..... Doc Levengood will truly be missed... a very sad day for the animal kingdom......God bless him and his family. Ed Prange

KEN AND DONNA MARTIN

May 4, 2014

DR. JACK WAS A LOVING AND DEVOTED CARETAKER AND VET. HE HELPED SAVE MORE THAN ONE OF MY RESCUE PETS. HE WILL BE GREATLY MISSED. OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS TO THE FAMILY

Thanks to Dr. Jack my Blue is here today

Donna and Ken Martin

May 4, 2014

Francine Gay

May 4, 2014

What a wonderful man , he will be greatly missed .

May 4, 2014

We are so sorry to hear of Dr. Levengood's passing, not only a friend but an icon of the Towerville Community. We purchased our Chocolate Lab, Avery, with Jack's blessing, and put him to rest, alongside Jack, with tears from us all. Jack often joked it would be Avery that put him in retirement, breaking that old wobbly treatment table. One day Avery wrote a poem to Jack, pleading for extra food, he had grown older and Jack decided a diet was in order, but one "cup" of food was going a little too far................ I always felt "safe" with a Dr. in the neighborhood, not only for pets but to rush "little ones" to as well. We will sadly & dearly miss Jack & all the blessings & comfort he brought to our community. Please know our thoughts & prayers are with you and your family. Randy & Bridget Doan

Chris And Sheila Gredzinski

May 4, 2014

Irreplaceable

Sheila G

May 4, 2014

This is a very sad day for the family. Dr. Levengood was a wonderful man and the best veterinarian I have ever met.
A sad day for family, and a sad day for animals.
You will be missed good Doctor! :,-(

Jeannie Campbell

May 4, 2014

Dr. Levengood will be missed by my family. He was the most wonderful Dr. and had a real love of people and their pet. I'm for ever grateful to of know such a knowledgeable kind hearted man. He has taken care of our pets for over 30 yrs. I pray Marilyn & Family can be comforted by our deepest condolences.

Bill & Helen Franks

May 4, 2014

Jack will be very much missed by my pets and me and my husband. He was my families vet when I was little and I continued with his services until he passed. We were also friends and we both had a passion we auctions and antiques. We will miss him dearly.

May 3, 2014

We are so sorry to hear of Doc Levengood's passing away. He was such a kind man and had such a gentle demeanor with our cats and dog.

May 3, 2014

Our little corner of the world is a better place for having Dr. Levengood care for our animals. We will be forever grateful. Lisa Taylor Romansville, Pa.

May 3, 2014

So sorry to hear of Jacks passing. When we had the dairy and dog kennels he was faithful whenever Dick would call him. Always pleasant, a good friend.
Mrs. Richard (Peg) Copeland

Judy Markel

May 3, 2014

I will never forget Jack, always so kind and caring, both of my Dogs, Lady and Tippy just loved him, he had such a special way of making them feel at ease. I will always remember his smile and kindness.

Kelsie

Joyce Plank

May 3, 2014

I consider it a privilege and a pleasure to have know Dr. Levengood. He was a wonderful, caring vet and a kind man. He will be greatly missed. All my sympathy..God bless!

Anne Lucas

May 3, 2014

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Dr. Levengood was and kind and gentle person. He will be missed.

Sheila Bodnar

May 3, 2014

So sorry to hear of Dr. Levengood's passing. He was such a kind and caring vet. I always felt my babies were well cared for. He will be missed.

Jennifer Dering Moore

May 3, 2014

Our heartfelt sympathy to the family. Jack was a wonderful vet and father. He will be sorely missed.

Linda Leisey

May 3, 2014

So sorry to hear of Jack's passing he was a lovely man and one of the most caring vets I ever had the pleasure of knowing...he will be greatly missed!My sympathy and prayers to the family...God Bless

James@Carol Lee

May 3, 2014

Sorry for your loss he was a very nice man and a wonderful vet he will be missed

Steve Lubrano

May 3, 2014

A country gentleman who loved what he did and made you and your pet feel like family.Just a sweet man who will be greatly missed.

May 3, 2014

A country gentleman who loved what he did and made you and your pet feel like family.our deepest sympathies.

Dottie Chapman

May 3, 2014

Dr. Levengood was a kind and caring Vet. He always greeted us with a smile and handshake. Our pets all loved him. If you walked into the Little Chef in Coatesville, you would see him most mornings, having his breakfast with friends. RIP Dr. Levengood, you will be greatly missed.

Neil Shattuck

May 3, 2014

He was a fine gentleman and a caring Vet. Jack will be missed by many. Thank You for being a friend in my time of need.

Tony Polvino

May 3, 2014

I've known Jack for such a long time, we got to know each other on a first name basis. "Dr Levengood" took such good care of our many cats over the years. He and the Mrs gave us "Boris" and "Natasha" who were members of our household for many years. He was such a great person. We are so thankful to have known him and will miss him very much. He, and your family will be forever remembered in our thoughts and prayers. Tony and Meg Polvino

melissa rapp

May 3, 2014

Thoughts and prayers for the levengood family. Jack was a very loving and caring man to people and animals . He has always taken very very good care of all our a animals for many many years he was the best .He will be very dearly missed. The Murray family

Jackie & Ted Laverty

May 3, 2014

So sad to hear of Jack's passing. He was a wonderful vet who treated our animals with utmost respect & us too. He went to school with my husband & was also my husband's grandmother's paper boy in his very early years in Westwood. Please know our sincere thoughts & prayers are with the family at this sad time. God be with you.

Ruthann Souders

May 3, 2014

Dr. Jack will be missed for sure. He was the best vet on our planet! And such a good person. Rest in peace Dr...

Holly Kirk

May 3, 2014

Dr. Levengood was the example of a true and perfect country vet. My pops, Jay D. Montgomery loved him, I loved him, and I know he touched many lives! He truly knew how to help people with their beloved pets and was a Godly man! A soul I know was welcomed into his heavenly fathers open arms with utter joy! His presence will be truly missed here! Holly Kirk

May 3, 2014

Jack was truly not only my vet but a wonderful friend. Even thought I now live in SC, many wonderful memories come flooding back. Like the time he set a gerbil's broken leg with a straw.
Love to Marilyn and family.

Lynne Carroll

Ruth Ann Curley

May 3, 2014

What a wonderful vet and man!

Dolly Lewis

May 3, 2014

My prayer's to his family. He was a wonderful doctor to his animals. I used him for our cat Simba and no matter when I called him said bring him in. He will be missed.

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