Dr. Harvey Lefton

It is with profound sadness, that we announce the passing of Dr. Harvey Lefton of Huntingdon Valley, PA and Margate, NJ on Tuesday, November 5, 2024. He was a beloved son, brother, husband, father and grandfather and highly respected gastroenterologist.

Dr. Lefton was a revered physician whose career spanned over 55 years, dedicating his life to the care and well-being of others. Born on May 17, 1944 in Cleveland, Ohio, he was the son of Nat and Edith Lefton and brother of Saundra, all of whom preceded him in death. He completed his undergraduate degree at the University of Pittsburgh. He graduated from Jefferson Medical College, going on to complete his residency and fellowship in gastroenterology at the Cleveland Clinic. After his medical training he served in the United States Air Force as a Major at Scott Air Force Medical Center in Belleville, Illinois.

He then moved to Philadelphia where he built the largest GI practice in North East Philadelphia and he served as Chief of Gastroenterology at Jefferson North East Hospitals. He was a Fellow of multiple societies, including, American College of Physicians (ACP), American College of Gastroenterology (ACG), American Gastroenterological Association (AGA) and American Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ASGE). He served as the 151st President of the Philadelphia County Medical Society and was honored to have been President of the Pennsylvania Society of Gastroenterology. He was known not only for his expertise but also for his unwavering dedication to his patients and colleagues alike.

Beyond his professional accomplishments, he was a beloved husband of 56 years to Paulette. He was a cherished father to Allison and Daniel, father-in-law to Dr. David Sass and Laura Lefton, and adored ‘Papa’ to Lauren and Aaron Sass, and Jake, Emily, and Brandon Lefton.

Dr. Lefton's legacy is carried forward by his family, friends, and the countless lives he touched.

Relatives and friends are invited to a Funeral Service on Sunday, November 10, 2024, at 9:45 am at Goldstein’s Rosenberg’s Suburban North, 310 2nd Street Pike, Southampton PA 18966. Entombment Shalom Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Old York Road Temple Beth Am  https://oldyorkroadtemplebetham.shulcloud.com/payment.php and Philadelphia County Medical Society https://philamedsoc.org/contributions-on-behalf-of-dr-harvey-lefton/