Jeffrey W. Fath

Date of Death: June 17, 2023

Jeffrey W. Fath, 52, of Daugherty Township, passed away in his wife’s arms as the sun was setting on June 17th, 2023 at Good Samaritan Hospice, Wexford after a 3 day stay and following a 9 year battle with cancer.
His determination, fortitude, resiliency and will to stay with us is awe inspiring.

Jeff was a 1989 graduate of New Brighton High School where he was an Honor Roll student and participated in track and football. Following High School, he graduated from Pittsburgh Institute of Aeronautics with a degree as an Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic. He started his airline career with Chautauqua Airlines, Akron-Canton Airport and then US Airways, Pittsburgh International Airport. After he was furloughed from US Airways, due to 9-11, Jeff worked for First Energy – Bruce Mansfield Plant as a Power Plant Mechanic. He was currently employed for the past 19 years by Sherwin Williams Manufacturing Co., (formerly Valspar Corporation) in Rochester, PA. He was hired as a Process Chemical Operator and most recently worked in the Shipping and Receiving Department with many coworkers that he was proud to call friends. Jeff served as the Treasurer for USW Local 256L.
Jeff was a natural athlete. He enjoyed bodybuilding and competed in the Mr. Pittsburgh Bodybuilding Competition. He was very charismatic, always smiling, had a quick wit, great sense of humor, strong work ethic and was fiercely loyal to those he cherished and loved. He was a car and music enthusiast, very detail oriented and took great pride in his home and maintaining his immaculate lawn and landscaping. He had a soft spot in his heart for all of his fur babies through the years.

Surviving is his wife, Denise (Smith), whom he started dating in 1992 and married in 2001. They were inseparable for the last 31 years and made a great team. It didn’t matter what he was doing as long as it was with Denise (aka, his Best Friend, Rock and Secret Weapon).

Also surviving, his mother Lillian Fath, brother Tim (Jenny) Fath and nephew Aiden Fath all of Leetonia, Ohio. Uncle John (Beth) Bennett of New Brighton and several cousins.
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He was preceded in death by his father Wayne Fath, grandparents George (Betty) Fath and Shirley Bennett, Uncles George Fath and Daniel Bennett, Mother-in-law Dorothy Smith.

Jeff’s life was like a death defying journey. He lived fearlessly and ran towards life. The past 9 years he battled colon cancer, 7 years at Stage IV. Jeff was a colon cancer rebel. “When you die it does not mean that you lose to cancer. You beat cancer by how you live, why you live and in the manner in which you live” -Stuart Scott.

He will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.

“Husband, I was supposed to spend the rest of my life with you. But instead you spent the rest of your life with me.”

As per Jeff’s wishes, there will be no services. Cremation arrangements were made by Simpson Funeral & Cremation Service, Monaca PA.

To view online condolences and share photos, please visit www.simpsonfuneralhome.com.

Jeffrey W. Fath, 52, of Daugherty Township, passed away in his wife’s arms as the sun was setting on June 17th, 2023 at Good Samaritan Hospice, Wexford after a 3 day stay and following a 9 year battle with cancer. His determination, fortitude, resiliency and will to stay with us is awe inspiring. Jeff wasContinue Reading

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Dear Jeff. I think about you so often. I am keeping an eye out for Denise and the fur babies. Just wanted you to know! Love you friend.

In our life time, if we are very lucky, we meet someone that we are proud and happy to call our friend. Someone who is kind, fun to be with, thoughtful, hard working and shares a positive outlook on life. ( also easy on the eyes)..Jeff was the epitome of all that is good in people and my husband and I were so proud to count him among our friends. Jeff and Denise were at many of our parties, and we were thrilled when they celebrated with us. We were truly blessed to share our lives with them. Precious Jeffrey, know that you are so respected and loved, and I hope that now you are with Jim, keeping an eye out for Precious Denise. Bless your heart and know that you will never ever be forgotten. Thank you for your friendship. Your bravery and loving nature will also never be forgotten. I will look for you in the stars my friend.

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My deepest sympathy to the family. I attended PIA with Jeff sorry to hear of his passing. God Speed my friend.

You will be eternally lovedforever & always!! Rest easy, friendLove you, Buns (Jeff Fuller) and Leesa Schwarz (Cameron)

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So sorry for your loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.

Denise, Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers! We thought about Jeff often and how he fought so gallantly - with you always at his side! POD 4 at Hillman was always better with you two there, and Todd. Never a lull for conversation or quietly waiting for treatment to be complete. RIP, Jeff! Sincerely, Ed and Maureen Moldovan

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Jeff was always upbeat and positive. It was contagious! I'm in awe of his bravery and resilience. May you find peace in the support and prayers of all who cared. This poem brings me peace. May it help you too. https://allpoetry.com/gone-from-my-sight

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With sympathy to Denise and the entire Fath family. I laugh every time I think about how Jeff was shocked and appalled that I didn’t know all the internet router details. And he was my go-to for advice about every major purchase. Rest in peace my Friend! And hugs to Denise. Love you both

Denise and Family, So very sorry for your loss.

Jeff came into our lives about 10 years ago. I never saw him without the love of his life, Denise, or a huge smile on his face. His fight against cancer was an inspiration to all. The greatest memory is of his bigger than normal smile driving that race car and his generosity in getting we ladies a ride along. Rest in peace my friend..we will always love you and Denise.

My deepest sympathy regarding the passing of Jeff. What a handsome guy that I knew since he was a little boy. You were loved deeply by your family, especially your mom, Lil, and your brother Timmy. RIP dear one, you will be sadly missed. 🙏🏻🩵🙏🏻

My thoughts and prayers go out to Jeff's mother Lillian, brother and sister in law Tim and Jenny, and sweet nephew Aiden. May your heart and soul find peace and comfort. 🙏❤️

Thinking of the Fath family you are in my prayers always haven’t seen Jeff in years but I know watching him grow up from a young child was pleasant for all of us. God bless you all. I will keep you in my prayers love always Joy.

Our deepest sympathy to your family truly a great guy-

My deepest sympathy to Denise and the Fath family. Jeff was an amazing man. I met Jeff thru my cousin Don. I never saw Jeff without a smile on his face. There was never a time that he did not stop and ask how I was. Jeff was be sadly missed by our family.

Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.