John Paul "JP" West
February 25, 1962 - September 29, 2024
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John Paul "JP" West
February 25, 1962 - September 29, 2024
Obituary
John Paul “JP” West, 62, of Chippewa Township, passed away on Sunday, September 29, 2024, at Allegheny General Hospital, surrounded by his loving family and friends.
Born on February 25, 1962, in Manhattan, New York, he was the son of the late Peter and Victoria (Wendt) West.
JP was raised in Scarsdale, NY, in the home his grandfather built in the early 1900s. He graduated from Roosevelt High School in 1980 and attended Mercy College.
As a youth, JP spent much of his time at the Scarsdale Golf Club, where he became the club’s first third-generation member. He earned numerous championships and accolades for his skill. An exceptionally talented athlete, JP bowled thirty perfect 300 games, was a scratch golfer, won multiple club championships, and held a national ranking in paddle tennis. Beyond his personal achievements, he found joy in teaching and mentoring others in various sports.
In his professional life, JP excelled in the telecommunications industry, becoming a four-time President’s Club winner while serving in several key roles. Most recently, he worked as Senior Leader of Government Affairs for GloFiber in Columbus, Ohio.
JP was deeply committed to serving others. He sat on the board of The Adoption Connection, where he contributed to uniting families and children. Additionally, he was an active member of Chippewa Alliance Church, where he participated in the men’s devotional small group, organized a well-loved annual golf outing for the past three years, and regularly attended weekly services.
JP is survived by his devoted wife, Beth Ann (Lasher) West; his six children: Brendan West, Peter West, Tori (Conner Redinger) West, Becki (Bill) Quinn, Abby (Jake Smetak) Lasher, and Jimmy (Kate Barnhart) Lasher; two grandchildren, Aria and Billy; two brothers, Christian West and Ben West; and his mother-in-law, Alice Patricko.
Friends will be received on Thursday, October 3rd from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m., and Friday, October 4th from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. at Gabauer-Lutton Funeral Home, 117 Blackhawk Rd., Chippewa Township. JP will lie in state on Saturday, October 5th from 10 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m. at Chippewa Alliance Church, 3629 37th St. Ext., Beaver Falls, PA 15010. Pastor Dan Muir will officiate.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that contributions be made in JP’s memory to the Chippewa Alliance Church Building Fund.
Visitation
- Date & Time: October 03, 2024 (2:00 PM - 4:00 PM)
- Venue: Gabauer-Lutton Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc.
- Location: 117 Blackhawk Rd Beaver Falls, PA 15010 - (Get Directions)
- Phone Number: (724) 846-4500
Visitation
- Date & Time: October 03, 2024 (6:00 PM - 8:00 PM)
- Venue: Gabauer-Lutton Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc.
- Location: 117 Blackhawk Rd Beaver Falls, PA 15010 - (Get Directions)
- Phone Number: (724) 846-4500
Visitation
- Date & Time: October 04, 2024 (2:00 PM - 4:00 PM)
- Venue: Gabauer-Lutton Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc.
- Location: 117 Blackhawk Rd Beaver Falls, PA 15010 - (Get Directions)
- Phone Number: (724) 846-4500
Visitation
- Date & Time: October 04, 2024 (6:00 PM - 8:00 PM)
- Venue: Gabauer-Lutton Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc.
- Location: 117 Blackhawk Rd Beaver Falls, PA 15010 - (Get Directions)
- Phone Number: (724) 846-4500
Lying In State
- Date & Time: October 05, 2024 (10:00 AM - 11:00 AM)
- Venue: Chippewa Alliance Church
- Location: 3629 37th St. Ext. Beaver Falls, PA 15010 - (Get Directions)
Funeral Service
- Date & Time: October 05, 2024 (11:00 AM)
- Venue: Chippewa Alliance Church
- Location: 3629 37th St. Ext. Beaver Falls, PA 15010 - (Get Directions)
Chippewa Alliance Church Building Fund
- Address: 3629 37th St. Ext. Beaver Falls PA 15010
13 responses to John Paul "JP" West
John Soter says:
October 3, 2024
So sorry to hear about JP. The entire West family has our condolences. He was such a large part of my childhood. We always had fun at the club together. He will be missed.
Alexis Kozak says:
October 4, 2024
J.P. Was one of the nicest, positive person I ever worked with . How could you be in down after talking to JP for just a few minutes! Always positive., lifting everyone up he met. I was blessed to know him. God Bless his family. Alexis Kozak, Johnstown , PA
Kenzie Blacker says:
October 10, 2024
Beth and family, I’m so incredibly heart broken to hear about JP. I loved everytime you guys came to the Marriott. He was a bright light and I feel so incredibly lucky to have met him. Please reach out to me 614-200-4932