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DR. PHILIP GERARD LEAVY Jr.
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PHILIP LEAVY Obituary
SUFFOLK, VA - Dr. Philip Leavy, 77, passed away March 1, 2020. Born and raised in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, he was predeceased by his parents, Philip and Margaret Lawton Leavy; son, Declan Leavy; and two sisters, Eileen Huber and Mary Ellen Leavy. He was a 1960 graduate of Central Catholic High School in Pittsburgh, received his bachelor's degree in 1964 at Georgetown University where he sang in the a cappella group "The Chimes", graduated 4th in his class from Georgetown Medical School in 1969, and was Surgical Intern of the Year in 1970. Philip was a Navy veteran of the Vietnam War, serving as a Lt. Cdr. from 1971-1973. He settled in Virginia and joined Emergency Physicians of Tidewater in 1979 and passed the first Emergency Medicine Boards in 1980. He was Medical Director of Portsmouth EMS, Associate Professor at EVMS, President of Tidewater Emergency Medical Services Council, and was instrumental in setting up Nightingale Regional Air Ambulance. Besides his family, his ultimate honor was getting a hit in the Little League World Series. He was an avid Pittsburgh Pirates and Steelers fan, and was a fantasy baseball enthusiast. Philip is survived by his wife of 53 years, Lorane G. Leavy; son, Philip G. Leavy, III and Robyn; two daughters, Julia Leavy Compton and husband, Matthew, and Jennie Leavy Morgan and husband, Ross; two sisters, Margaret Leavy and Kathleen Leavy Perepezko; and eight grandchildren, Declan, Molly, Patrick, Mia, Wesley, Emma, Charlie and Zoe. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, March 14, at 11 a.m. in St. Paul's Catholic Church by the Rev. Tony Morris. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Nightingale Regional Air Ambulance. STURTEVANT FUNERAL HOME, Bennetts Creek Chapel, Suffolk is handling arrangements. www.SturtevantFH.com
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Michael Hepler-Smith
August 23, 2021
Philip, I only learned of your death, and I know how dearly Tidewater loved and needed you. I was a Pittsburgh acquaintance of you and your family. May I add my sincere belated condolences to your wonderful family on your passing and my small but heartfelt morsel of fond memory.
Earl Robinson
December 24, 2020
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Earl Robinson
December 24, 2020
I just found out about Dr. leavy’s passing. My heart goes out to his entire family and may he Rest In Peace. I really got to know him through my wife, she is a veteran and he was one of his patients. Very nice person.
Earl W Robinson Jr
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Chris Z
May 5, 2020
I am so sorry for your loss. I still remember his smile (and his convertible) like it was yesterday.
Hazel King
May 3, 2020
To the Leavy family. I was a Patient of Dr. Leavy. Just learned of his death. Deepest sympathy to the family. He was truly a Saint.
Gail & Karen
March 26, 2020
We just found out today about the passing of Dr. Leavy. He was our primary care provider for several years at the VA. Dr. Leavy took his time with us, never making us feel he had to rush to get to his next patient, even though we always took extra time. He always spent a few minutes just chit chatting, talking about football(teasing about the Browns) our pets and our holiday decorations. To his family, we offer our sincere condolences.
Lisa Brown
March 20, 2020
I just found out today about the passing of Dr. Leavy. He was my primary care provider and I am heartbroken. Dr. Leavy took his time with me, never making me feel he had to rush to get to his next patient. He made sure I had all proper tests done and always asked how I was doing in general. To his family, I offer my sincere condolences. My Prayers go out to you all. Rest in Heaven Dr. Leavy.
Shannon O'Neill
March 20, 2020
I just found out about Dr. Leavy's passing. From the moment I met him, as a patient at the women's clinic, he seemed like such a friend. We would always chitchat for awhile at appointments. I'd catch him up on my school experiences. He'd talk about his sisters, wife, grandkids. Not once did I ever feel rushed. I will miss him. All my love and light to y'all.
Eddie McLaughlin
March 14, 2020
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Kathy Bariteau
March 12, 2020
Lorane, Jennie and family: I'm so sorry to hear of the loss of Dr. Leavy. He was always so pleasant to work with and eager to help others. He will be greatly missed by so many. You all are in my prayers.
March 12, 2020
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
lynda davis
March 11, 2020
I am sooo sad to hear this. He was my doctor at Hampton Va. He cared so much about his patients. He was the best doctor I ever had. He did a lot for me when no one else would. He will be greatly missed. My heart is with his family.
Helen Hanna Cast
March 11, 2020
Phil was the Bright Shining Star of our neighborhood , a hero and a kind gentle soul . Thank you for sharing this sadness with his PITTSBURGH friends . The Leavy house was the heart of the neighborhood and Phil was a saint to all his sisters friends . Love and prayers to all of you .
elinor zaremberg
March 10, 2020
dear Kathy,
I read of your brothers passing and want to extend my deepest sympathy to you and your family . I know how hard it is to lose a sibling as lea passed away a year and a half ago.take care and lots of love
Elinor Davidson zaremberg
March 9, 2020
So sorry for the loss of your husband/dad/grandfather. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. You guys will always have a place in my heart! Big hugs to you and your family! Ginger Young
Linda Hicks
March 9, 2020
I worked with Dr. Leavy in the Women's Clinic at Hampton VAMC. He was "old school" in his practice and cared about his patients. He was passionate about the Steelers and loved baseball. We were close as nurse and doctor, but also friends. I will miss him greatly. I pray for peace and comfort for the family during this time of grief.
March 8, 2020
He was the most compassionate ER physician ever. So sorry to hear of his death. God Bless his family.
linda miller
March 8, 2020
May the God of peace and strength be with you and your family. Dr. Leavy was the best primary care physician I've ever had. He was kind took the time to listen even about things that had nothing to do with medical condition. He was everything a true physician should be. He touched my life in such a profound way. May he continue to live on in your hearts and minds with all the wonderful memories.
Sue Haut
March 8, 2020
Dr. Leavy was an incredible Physician to work with. Dr. Leavy always listened to his patients, was a very caring and gentle man. He also listened to his staff and treated everyone equal. On a personal note, Dad had an MI, he took excellent care of him in the ER. We have lost a true icon.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Respectfully always.
Allison R.
March 6, 2020
What a great man. One of my favorite doctors when I was a medical student and then resident.
Susan Campbell-Skelly
March 6, 2020
My deepest condolences to the family. We were lucky to have Dr Leavy as a physician at the Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Womens Clinic. May God bless him.
Nancy Williams
March 6, 2020
We will miss you and your humor.
Heaven knows we need never be ashamed of our tears, for they are rain upon the blinding dust of earth, overlying our hard hearts. Charles Dickens
Michelle Kingsbury, MD
March 6, 2020
I will dearly miss this man. We knew each other from the time I was an intern at Portsmouth Family Medicine in 1999. He taught me a great deal and he was a good friend.
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