Barbara Gail Leboff

1976 - 2014

Barbara Gail Leboff obituary, 1976-2014, Waltham, MA

BORN

1976

DIED

2014

FUNERAL HOME

Levine Chapels

470 Harvard Street

Brookline, Massachusetts

Barbara Leboff Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Apr. 2, 2014.

Barbara Gail Leboff, born June 22nd 1976, passed away April 2nd, 2014 at Mass. General Hospital after a courageous 5 year battle with breast cancer. After graduating from Framingham State College she pursued a career as a financial specialist at the US District Courthouse in Boston. An avid participant in sports, she enjoyed playing softball and hockey and was a member of the Wellness Warriors Dragon Boat Team. She enjoyed jigsaw puzzles, music, live theater, cooking and swimming. She'll be remembered for her kind spirit, perseverance and sense of humor. Barbara is survived by her mother Marlene Leboff & her partner Gerald Zuckerman, her brother Eric Leboff & his wife Teresa, along with numerous relatives. Services at Levine Chapels, 470 Harvard Street, Brookline MA on Friday April 4 at 11:00am, followed by burial at Beit Olam East Cemetery, 42 Concord Road, Route 126, Wayland. Memorial observance to be held Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday, from 1-4pm and from 6-8pm at the home of Marlene Leboff. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Breast Cancer Research Fund for Dr. Steven J Isakoff, checks payable to Mass. General Hospital, c/o, MGH Development Office, 100 Cambridge St., Suite 1310, Boston, MA 02114, www.giving.massgeneral.org or a charity of one's choice.

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January 3, 2015

MY memories of Barbara are her childhood years. Barbara was the little girl who was always upbeat, confident, cheerful,and very intelligent. Her passing was a shock to me. I have knowen the Leboff family for many years. May an eternal light shine upon Barbara and peace comfort your family.
Gerry Rininger January 3,2015

April 7, 2014

Sandra, Arye and Aaron Schwartz

Barbara was such a dear cousin and great gal! She always added laughter and cheer to family functions, whether it be a party or holiday celebration. She knew how to make the crowd smile! We will deeply miss her!

Posted by Sandra, Arye and Aaron Schwartz

April 5, 2014

Sharon Seltzer

I have few fond memories of Eric and Barbara growing up at family gatherings. Our father's are first cousins. We had some pretty nice times together and we are all so very sorry and saddened by her death. She was so young and my heart hurts each time I think of her. May she rest in peace for all eternity and maybe she and my Dad Frank will unite in Heaven for some laughs. Love The Seltzer Family.

April 4, 2014

Claire Colman

I've had a hard time accepting that Barbara is no longer with us. I had the pleasure of knowing Barbara at work and what a worker she was. She was always so kind, informative, funny and thorough. Most amazingly, was the way she held on and kept moving. She truly was a soldier and she dealt with it all to the end. I admired her very much and I will truly miss her. She was always, always so pleasant and never did I see her having a bad day (even if she was). Rest in peace, Barbara. You will be missed.

April 4, 2014

Barbara was such a respected professional. Her responsiveness and attention to detail was admired by the attorneys and staff of the Criminal Justice Act lawyers who represent indigent defendants in the Federal District Court. My condolences to her family and loved ones, as well as to her colleagues at the courthouse.

John Salsberg

April 4, 2014

I will miss Barbara. She always had a smile and joke to tell. I will miss her laugh and seeing her walk everyday at lunch. My sympathies to her family, friends and all that knew her. There are no words that are adequate enough to describe this loss.

April 4, 2014

Paulette Deery

My thoughts and prayers are with Barbara, her family, friends and fellow paddlers. I am deeply saddened to hear of Barbara's passing, though I will remember her great smile and cheery laugh, and standing with her on dock chatting & goofing around, waiting to load our dragon boat. Always sweet, courageous and quietly determined, she will be sorely missed. - Paulette Deery, friend and teammate, Wellness Warriors

April 3, 2014

Barbara Morse

Over the years, I was privileged to have gotten to know Barbara at work. I remember how impressed I was when I found out about her involvement with Wellness Warriors. I will always remember the fun time we all had together at the office Christmas party. Barbara was a wonderful person and is missed. She was a true Eishet Chayil- a Woman of Valor. My condolences to her family.

April 3, 2014

My thoughts and prayers are with Barbara's family. I was very sad to hear about her illness and passing. I used to babysit for her and her brother when they were little and I always enjoyed sitting for them. I only knew her as a little girl but reading all the thoughtful words here I see she grew up to be a kind and hard working young lady. Rest in peace Barbara.
Marjorie Anderson Lydon

April 3, 2014

Donna Bulka

I knew Barbara from Wellness Warriors. Sometimes after practice I would walk with her as she was going to catch her bus and I was going to the T. Gave me a little chance to get to know her more. I liked and admired her very much and I feel blessed to have known her.

April 3, 2014

Rebecca Greenberg

My sincere condolences go out to Barbara' s family. She was such a sweet, cheery co-worker and she truly will be missed.

April 3, 2014

Janelle Cole

April 3, 2014

Janelle Cole

Barbara, I am going to miss our lunches together and your smiling face. I'm glad I had the pleasure of meeting you on our first day at the court. Sincere condolescences go out to your family and friends. You will be missed dearly.

April 3, 2014

Barbara was dedicated to serving the public interest. We will miss her.

J. W. Carney, Jr.

April 3, 2014

Francis Castilla

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

April 3, 2014

Barbara was a loving, smart and always cheerful person. No matter the pain or treatment she was going through, she was always upbeat and positive. Her kindness and thoughtfulness -- and her always hard-working and diligent attitude -- will be truly missed by everyone she worked with. So sad to get this news yesterday. Know that Barbara will be fondly remembered by all of us. Gary Wente

April 3, 2014

Peter Graceffa

I am deeply saddened to read of Barbara's passing. I went to Framingham State and had several classes with Barbara. She was an extremely kind person. I also grew up in Waltham and my late mother Carol knew the Leboff family. I am very sorry for your loss and I wish you all peace and comfort at this very difficult time.

April 3, 2014

Jay Johnson

Rest in Peace Barbara, Condolences to all her family and friends

April 3, 2014

Ray Gillespie

So saddened to hear the news of Barbara's death. I knew her only by telephone contact in her position with the financial office of the US District Court. But I spoke to her many times and asked for her assistance often which she was always willing to provide in a most helpful manner. Always pleasant, even cheerful, very competent and professional. I will miss her. My heartfelt condolences to all her loved ones, family and friends. My prayers for Barbara.

April 3, 2014

The Robblee Family is so sorry to hear of Barbara's passing. Her courage and strength are an inspiration to all. Our deepest sympathy to her family and friends.
Mary Robblee

April 3, 2014

Kevin Barron

My condolences to her family. I knew Barbara from work. She solved many difficult problems for me and was ever gracious and helpful.

April 2, 2014

Today and always may loving memories bring you strength, comfort and peace. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Sheldon and Andrea

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Levine Chapels

470 Harvard Street, Brookline, MA 02446

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Beit Olam East Cemetery

42 Concord Road, Route 126, Wayland, MA

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