| Completed Career |
 Edward J. Leavitt November 20, 1931 - October 15, 2005 |
| The following appeared in Sunday's (November 6, 2005) San Diego Union-Tribune |
| Services, Monday, November 28th at 11 a.m. at Fort Rosecrans National Cemetary. Arrangements by Am Israel Mortuary. |
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Ed was born November 20, 1931 in Brookline, Massachusetts and graduated from the U.S. Naval Academy, Annapolis, MD, Class of 1953. Upon graduation, he was commissioned a second lieutenant in the U.S. Marine Corps, and subsequently served as a regular officer on active duty for 10 years. He then resigned his regular commission in 1963 to complete law school in San Diego, CA. He retained a reserve commission and after 20 years of service as a tank officer retired as a Colonel, USMCR in 1983. As a reserve officer, Ed was instrumental in establishing a Marine Corps reserve legal unit in San Diego, California.
During his military career he was awarded the Meritorious Service Medal (3 awards) and the Navy Commendation Medal. He also holds the Organized Marine Corps Reserve Medal, National Defense Service Medal (2 awards), Korean Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal (with 1 battle star), Armed Forces Reserve Medal, U.S. Navy Expert Rifle Medal, Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross with Palm Unit Citation, United Nations Service Medal, eight awards of the Marine Corps Expert Rifle Badge and seven awards of the Marine Corps Expert Pistol Badge. Colonel Leavitt practiced Law in San Diego, CA for over 20 years before retiring from that job in 1983. As an attorney he was a partner in the law firm of Rudick, Levin, Platt & Leavitt. In addition to his successful law practice, Ed served as a judge pro tem in the San Diego Superior Court that was responsible for trying disciplinary cases against attorneys. After retirement from the Marines and the practice of law, he pursued his hobby of International (Olympic) trap and American trap shooting, winning numerous awards and trophies, including California State Senior Champion (1998), California State Class Champion (1995), and National Senior Champion (1995) in International (Olympic) trap shooting. Ed was extremely proud of his older brother, former Sergeant Howard J. Leavitt, U.S. Marine Corps, who served as his inspiration in joining the U.S. Marine Corps and of their deceased father, Saul Leavitt, who served in the U.S. Navy during World War I. Colonel Leavitt passed away on October 15, 2005 in San Diego, California and leaves behind many friends and family who will dearly miss him. |
| COMMENTS FROM THOSE THAT KNEW ED LEAVITT |
I knew Ed from his days when he was constantly winning trophies/awards when competing in American Trap Tournaments at our range. He and Martin Peak; another retired Marine and member of SDSSA, had a very special relationship. Both knew each other in the Marines, however Martin spent all of World War II in a Japanese prison camp. Ed would stay in close touch with Martin who is well over 80, making sure that if any assistance was needed, Ed would be there for him.
Ed was well liked by all that knew him. A generous man, he was quick to offer assistance when he became aware of an individuals personal problem. We'll all miss you Ed! Semper Fi  Augie Daddi SDSSA Past President & Webmaster |
Ed was kind, undersanding and a fine gentleman. The best example I can give was his friendship with Martin Peak. I spent time with Ed at a few out of town shoots and can tell you that he was very, very competive.
Ed, we will miss you. Rest in peace. |
I met Ed through Martin Peak. I shot with Ed, on several occasions. He was a tough competitor. Ed was a true gentleman and he will be missed. He will also be missed by the ladies.
Lou Imbimbo Association Member |
I had a lot of respect and admiration for Ed long before I knew of his academic background. He played a major part in the becoming of the cohesive unit that we are today by his serving on the SDSSA Board of Directors during the time that Miramar Trap and Skeet anticipated a relocation. I was never real close with Ed but never far away either. His cautious wisdom was not to be taken lightly. I will miss Ed in his impromptu visits to the Association to spread his style of “Levittity”. Ed always presented himself in a professional by approachable manner. He gave much of his time and energy in making our Association a better place to be. May God bless Ed’s family. Neil Vann SDSSA Past President |
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