John "Scotchy" B. Newman, Jr., 60, of Monongahela, passed Wednesday, May 1, 2024 with his "mum" by his side. He was born March 1, 1964 in New Eagle, the son of the late John B. Newman, Sr. and Claire Williams Shearer who survives and resides in West Newton.

Scotchy graduated from Monongahela High School in 1982, and later attended Rosedale Technical College in Pittsburgh. He had several jobs throughout his life, including being employed as a mechanic at Midas in Pittsburgh, a delivery driver for Chartwell Pharmacy, a bus driver for the Elizabeth Forward School District, and a driver for Vogue Limousines in Jeanette.

He enjoyed fishing, camping, and going on road trips (Vanin's) with his buddies. Scotchy also loved NASCAR races.

In addition to his mother, he is survived by his daughter, Jessica (Jeff) Weiss; son, Seth (Megan) Newman; grandchildren, Cole, Karlee, and Kyla Newman, all of Shelby Township, Michigan; nephew, Garett (Rachel) Tustin and their children, Madelynn and Brayden; best friend, Gonzo Behanna; fur buddy, Bo; several aunts, uncles and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his sister, Diane L. Newman who died May 18, 2006; maternal grandparents, John and Lois Gailey Williams; and paternal grandparents, John and Anna Newman.

Friends will be received on Thursday, May 2, 2024 from 4-8 PM in the Frye Funeral Home, Inc., 427 West Main Street, Monongahela, where services will be held on Friday, May 3, 2024 at 11:00 AM with the Pastor Kenneth Kirby officiating. Interment will follow in the Monongahela Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Frye Funeral Home to help with funeral expenses.