Sam Levine Upper St Clair PA Obituary Pittsburgh Death: Sam Levine died after cancer (DIPG) battle

The Upper St. Clair community is mourning the loss of Sam Levine, an 18-year-old from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, who passed away after a courageous battle with Diffuse Intrinsic Pontine Glioma (DIPG), a rare and aggressive brain tumor.

Sam’s family and friends are remembering him as a vibrant, energetic young man whose infectious personality brought joy and laughter to everyone around him. Sam was diagnosed with DIPG on May 2nd, a devastating and inoperable cancer that forms in the brainstem and is exceptionally difficult to treat.

Despite the harsh diagnosis, Sam approached life with courage, humor, and an unwavering spirit. Friends and family recall his playful energy, his kindness, and the way he could lift the mood of any room with his silly antics and cheerful demeanor.

Following his diagnosis, Sam began radiation treatment and participated in clinical trials, seeking every possible option in his fight against the disease. Throughout his journey, he remained a source of inspiration to those around him, demonstrating resilience and strength far beyond his years.

The Levine family faced not only the emotional toll of this diagnosis but also significant financial challenges, including treatments not covered by insurance and travel for clinical trials. The community came together to support Sam and his family during this incredibly difficult time, showing the love and solidarity that he had always embodied.

Sam is remembered not just for his battle with cancer, but for the joy he brought to others, the friendships he nurtured, and the love he shared with his family. His memory will live on in the hearts of everyone who knew him, a testament to his courage, humor, and enduring spirit.

Rest in peace, Sam Levine—you will be dearly missed and forever remembered by your family, friends, and the Upper St. Clair community.