Scottdale, PA Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Scottdale, PA & Surrounding Areas
Carol Westerman
Sep 30, 2025
Carol Westerman of Scottdale, age 97, peacefully passed away in her family home on September 30, 2025. She was born Dec 18, 1927, in Detroit, MI, the daughter of the late Richard W. Westerman and Charlotte Loucks (Kelly) Westerman of Scottdale. She spent her childhood summers in Scottdale at the family home.
She was a graduate of the class of 1945...
Theresa A. Benedict
Sep 22, 2025
Theresa A. Benedict, 82 of Mt. Pleasant, passed away, Monday, Sept. 22, 2025. She was born May 29, 1943, in Mt. Pleasant, a daughter of the late John and Florence (Morrocco) Benedict.
Theresa worked in health care as a registered nurse and had been employed at Westmoreland Hospital, followed by working for several local doctors, including Dr. Gilchrist, Drs. Maxwell &...
Cassandra Ward
Sep 17, 2025
Cassandra (Andi) Ward, 64, of Greensburg, PA, passed away on September 17, 2025.
Andi worked as a case manager for Dupixent My Way. She was a compassionate and creative woman who loved history, Ireland, and Broadway musicals. She wrote fantasy novels and crocheted beautiful Celtic knotwork blankets.
She was the daughter of Richard and Hazel Bennett, and is survived by her mother;...
Robert E. Percy
Sep 16, 2025
Robert E. Percy, 94, of Scottdale, a local retired educator, historian, coach, professional basketball player, and family man & father of three children passed away Tuesday September 16, 2025.
Much of Bob's teaching life was devoted to giving his students info and facts that were required and relevant to their future success in real life.
He spent many decades capturing and relating...
Audrey L. Brown
2025
All arrangements for Audrey L. Brown are private and in the care of GRAFT-JACQUILLARD FUNERAL & CREMATION SERVICES, INC. Scottdale, PA.
Paul J. Wassel
Jul 30, 2025
Paul J. Wassel, 67 of Scottdale, passed away, Wednesday, July 30, 2025. He was born December 6, 1957, a son of the late William C. and Betty Lou (Clark) Wassel.
During his life, Paul enjoyed riding his Harley and his cabin cruiser boat.
He is survived by his wife, Michelle Wassel; his children, Jason (Lisa) Wassel; Christopher Wassel; and Suzie (Matt) Mueller;...
Zachary Eisert Haras
Jul 7, 2025
Zachary “Zach” Eisert Haras sadly left us on July 7, 2025. He was born September 16, 1985 in Erie, PA – the son of Mark Haras and Melody Nassif (Halem).
Lou Reed once wrote, “There’s a bit of magic in everything and then some loss to even things out.” Zach brought magic into the lives of everyone he met, through his...
Duane W. Snyder
Jun 16, 2025
Duane W. Snyder, 86 of Connellsville, passed away, Monday, June 16, 2025. He was born on December 13, 1938, in Everson a son of the late Lester and Erna (King) Snyder.
Duane was the owner/operator of Duane W. Snyder Trucking for over 40 years. He was a former member of Owensdale Methodist Church, and he also attended Hickory Square Methodist Church....

Debbie E. Montgomery
2025
Private Arrangements for Debbie E. Montgomery are in the care of GRAFT-JACQUILLARD FUNERAL & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., Scottdale, PA.
Lois M. Moore
Apr 21, 2025
Lois Mae Moore took her final flight to be with the Lord on Monday, April 21st, at the age of 88.
Born smack-dab in the middle of nine children (why yes, they were Catholic, why do you ask?) in Fox Chapel, PA, on June 17, 1936, to William Ira Moore and Katherine Marie (Charlton), Lois's idyllic early life on the farm...
Linda L. Robbins
Mar 31, 2025
Linda L. Robbins, 75 of Yukon, passed away, Monday, March 31, 2025, at the home of her son in Scottdale. She was born on September 11, 1949, in Connellsville, a daughter of the late George and Eva (Leonard) Robbins.
Linda was the owner of Robbins Scent Inc. She and her family loved nature and the outdoors. There were always animals around...
James E. Graft, Sr.
Mar 25, 2025
James E. Graft, Sr., 85 of Everson passed away, Tuesday, March 25, 2025.
He is survived by his loving wife, Judith (Lute) Graft; his children, Brenda Cramer (Donald), Mary Hull (Ronald), James Graft, Jr. (Maelee); a sister in law, Linda Lute; his grandchildren, Leanna Cramer, Sarah Martinosky (Kevin), Taryn Graft, Stephanie Rummel, Rebecca Henderson (Brandon); his great-grandchildren, Lily Frye, Rylee Martinosky,...
Janice I. Felgar
Mar 21, 2025
Janice I. Felgar, 71 of Scottdale, passed away Friday, March 21, 2025. She was born on April 16, 1953, in Connellsville a daughter of the late George and Luella (Brooks) Sprinkle.
Janice retired from Verizon where she worked as a consultant, an FMLA administrator and was a Union Steward. She was a member of Grace Community Church of Alverton where she...
David Phillips
Mar 14, 2025
David B. Phillips of Normalville, passed away on March 14, 2025 at the age of 62.
He was preceded in death by his life companion, Belinda; his parents John and Joan Phillips and his sister, Cherie Pinskey.
He is survived by two sons, David and Chris; a daughter, Alyssa, a step-son, Chad and two grandchildren, David and Blayke. Also surviving is his...
Danette M. Braunstein
Mar 7, 2025
Danette M. “Dani” Braunstein, 65 of East Liverpool, OH, passed away, Friday, March 7, 2025. She was born June 1, 1959 in Connellsville State General Hospital a daughter of the late John C. “Cliff” Tarr and Margaret L. (Porter) Tarr of Boardman, Ohio.
Dani worked as a nurse at Frick Hospital, Mt. Pleasant for 18 years prior to moving to Ohio....
Carol W. Shepherd
Mar 6, 2025
Carol W. Shepherd, 75 of Scottdale passed away peacefully, Thursday, March 6, 2025. She was born on December 24, 1949 in Richmond, VA a daughter of the late James E. Shepherd, Sr and Wanda (Kapel) Shepherd.
Carol had been employed by the SONY Corporation. She enjoyed cooking and had attended Culinary School receiving training as a chef. Carol also cherished the...
Vincent M. Santarel
Jan 24, 2025
Vincent M. Santarel, 87 of Everson, passed away, Friday, January 24, 2025. He was born March 7, 1937, in Mt. Pleasant a son of the late Vincent J. and Victoria (Kusiak) Santarel.
Vinnie, as he was known to many, served as a bailiff for the Fayette County Courts. He had previously been employed by the Fruehauf Company. A member of the...
Harry Edward Holsopple
Jan 8, 2025
Harry Edward Holsopple, 73 of Scottdale, passed away January 8, 2025. He was born November 4, 1951 in Moon Township a son of the late Ira and Alice (McClester) Holsopple.
Harry graduated from Moon High School in 1969 and received a bachelor’s degree in music from Edinboro University. For 14 years, he was band director and taught music in the Hillsboro...
Esther M. Ridenour
Jan 7, 2025
Esther M. Ridenour, 90 of Scottdale, passed away, Tuesday, January 7, 2025. She was born December 25, 1934 in Owensdale a daughter of the late Clarence and Ruth Ann (Ansell) Pletcher.
Esther was previously employed as a proofreader and in the binding department of The Independent Observer Newspaper. She was a graduate of Scottdale High School Class of 1952. A longtime...
Barbara J. Agatucci
Dec 30, 2024
Barbara J. “Barb” Agatucci, 65 of Scottdale, passed away, Monday, Dec. 30, 2024, at her home. She was born July 1, 1959, in Greensburg, a daughter of the late Robert D. and Florence A. (Sultzer) Hough.
She was loving homemaker to her husband, children and family. Barb enjoyed crafts and motorcycle rides with her husband. She very much enjoyed talks and...
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