Richard Carothers

Age 70, originally from Sheraden, but later Hopewell, has passed away peacefully after a brave struggle with synovial sarcoma on Tuesday, March 7, 2017. He is survived by his wife of 49 years Ruth Carothers; his son Damon Carothers and daughter Courtney Carothers and son-in-law Jason Kwiatkowski; his two sisters, Susan and Melissa Carothers; goddaughter Jennifer Matheny and her husband (Jason); as well as his two wonderful granddaughters, Sola and Annika Kwiatkowski who were the absolute joy of his life; and numerous nieces and nephews. Rich was a collector of early rock-n-roll records and had an intense love of music. He was an original part of the Pittsburgh DooWop scene and is beloved by many of his fellow collectors. He traveled to car shows every year since the 60's and enjoyed driving more than any other hobby. At age 50 he began painting and created over 100 works of art, and was featured at the Shadyside Art Festival. In addition to all of that Rich was one of the funniest and most entertaining people who ever lived. He could tell a story like no one else and his family and friends will miss him immensely.

The Carothers Family looks forward to seeing friends, extended family, classmates from Holy Innocents High School, former co-workers and fellow service men.