Leahtrice Levine Lampel
August 7, 2025
Funeral Information
August 12 2025 - 11:00 am
Beth El Congregation of the South Hills, 1900 Cochran Road, (Scott Township) Pittsburgh 15220
In Loving Memory of Leahtrice Levine Lampel
"Que sera sera - whatever will be, will be..."
Leahtrice Levine Lampel, born in 1939 in Brooklyn NY and raised in Pittsburgh, whose radiant smile and sparkling eyes lit up every room she entered, passed away on Thursday, August 7th, surrounded by the love she so generously gave in life. To know Leah was to feel instantly welcomed, embraced by warmth, and uplifted by her boundless spirit. She was elegance and laughter, grace and kindness - a woman whose joy was contagious and whose love was limitless.
Leah lived life with a passion for beauty, discovery, and connection. A lifelong learner, she approached each new experience with curiosity and excitement. She volunteered her time generously, always eager to help others, and found delight in simple pleasures like a good game of mah-jongg with her cherished girlfriends. Leah had an impeccable eye for art and filled her world with its color and vibrance. She also found joy in the garden, her hands in the earth, cultivating beauty from the ground up.
An extraordinary hostess, Leah created magic in her kitchen and around her table. Her elegant holiday meals and dinner parties were celebrations not only of food but of family, friendship, and tradition. She loved music deeply and sang with joy and grace. A gifted vocalist, Leah studied voice and performed with the Mendelssohn Choir, lifting hearts with her voice both in concert and in prayer. Her favorite song, "Que Sera Sera," became her own life's refrain - a melodic testament to her enduring optimism and peace with life's journey.
Leah's faith was central to her spirit. A devoted congregant at Beth El, she was a beloved presence during High Holiday services, often found in the front row, her voice rising in song and prayer. Her presence brought comfort, strength, and joy to both her community and her many dear friends at Concordia.
She delighted in the open road, especially behind the wheel of her convertible, and cherished her travels - particularly beachside escapes where she could soak in sun and serenity. She adored animals, especially her beloved dogs Debbie, Bootsie, and Candy, who were never far from her side.
But above all, Leah's heart belonged to her family. She was the treasured daughter of Cylvia Glazer and David Levine, and the devoted twin sister of Bea Liebstein. She shared a lifetime of love and partnership with her late husband, Robert Lampel - truly the love of her life and in business, as she was the bookkeeper for Bob's shoe business. She was a proud and devoted mother to Carole (Jesse) Mantel and Howard (the late Carla) Lampel, and a joyful, nurturing grandmother to Hilary (fiancé Alex), Sarah, Melanie, and Jenna Mantel, and Adam and Robyn Lampel. She was deeply cherished by her nieces and nephews, including Pam, Bruce, Susan, Jerry, Charonne, and Stephanie and their extended families, as well as her cousins including Ange and the late David Joel, and Judy and Gabor Siklos, and by countless friends who became chosen family over the years.
To be loved by Leah was to be truly seen, celebrated, and cherished. Her laughter, light, and love will echo in the hearts of all who knew her. We are better for having known her, and the world was brighter with her in it.
May her memory be a blessing - and may we all carry forward her legacy of love, joy, song, kindness, and enthusiasm for ice cream!
Services at Beth El Congregation of the South Hills, 1900 Cochran Road, Scott Township on Tuesday, August 12, 2025 at 11 AM. No Prior Visitation. Interment Mount Lebanon Cemetery/Beth El Section. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Beth El Congregation of South Hills, 1900 Cochran Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15220 or Animal Friends, 562 Camp Horne Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15237. Arrangements entrusted to Ralph Schugar Chapel, Inc. www.schugar.com
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My deepest sympathy to all Leah's family and friends. She will be missed at Concordia.
By Patti Wise - August 10, 2025
We are so sorry to hear about your recent loss.
Leah Lampel was walking, talking, smiling sunshine and she will be truly missed by many.
Sincerely,
Don, (Rhondda of blessed memory), Shoshana, Nancy, Debi, Michael Averbach & Families
By The Averbach Family - August 10, 2025
Lovely lady I had the pleasure of meeting at Concordia. She was always well dressed, always had a smile for you and had a voice like an angel. Her presence will be missed.
By Patti Wise - August 10, 2025
My heartfelt condolences to dear Carole, Howard, Bea,
Sweet Grands and family….
Leah’s beautiful presence was not only seen but felt by all
she knew and loved.
She was a special blessing to me through the love of
my David. I will hold Leah in my heart always.
By Ange Joel - August 10, 2025
Oh, the memories we’ve had! Of Nag’s Head—cooking fish on the beach, chaotic meals in the house managed magically by our moms, the two of them playing mastermind or working a jigsaw puzzle. Of birdland—where Leah was a second mom to us all, holiday dinners. Always a kind word, and a twinkle of optimism in her, confident that good things were always right around the corner. May her memory be a blessing to Carole, Howard, the grandchildren, and all those who were lucky enough to have her in their lives. I know it is for me.
By David Feldstein - August 09, 2025
Aunt Leah was always such a gracious, warm, welcoming, and loving woman. She always welcomed me into her home whenever I came to visit Pam in Pittsburgh. I felt like I knew her well, and felt the warmth,, kindness, love ,and generosity whenever I was near her.
She was truly an extraordinary woman.
May her memory always be for a blessing.
By Sharon Dobkin - August 09, 2025
Leah, and her husband, Bob, were two of the most loving and wonderful people. We were neighbors in "Birdland" and when our children were young, Leah and Bob would gladly volunteer to watch them if we needed to go out. When we returned, Bob would often be seen
sitting on the floor and playing with our children. We loved Leah and Bob and our lives have been enriched by having known them, We will never forget the kindness which they extended to our family and the joy which they brought to our lives. Carole and Howard, you were blessed to have had your mother and father. Please accept our sympathy.
By Gary and Debbi Zyra - August 08, 2025
My sincere condolences to your family.
By Missy Levy - August 08, 2025