Rev. Dr. Paul L. Westcoat Jr.

The Rev. Dr. Paul L. Westcoat, Jr. passed away on Sunday, September 21, 2025 at RNC in Greensburg. He was born May 3, 1932, in McKeesport, PA to Beatrice and Paul L. Westcoat, Sr. Paul is survived by his son, Todd and wife Charmaine, several grandchildren, one great granddaughter, several step-great grandchildren, his sister, brothers, nieces, nephews, several sisters-in-law, and others. He will be greatly missed by all, including his loving cat, Ed. Paul’s greatest joys were his God, family, country, church family, friends, and vacations at Stone Harbor, New Jersey. Dr. Westcoat served as pastor to several United Church of Christ congregations in Pennsylvania and on many boards and committees statewide as well as nationwide. In addition, he served as Conference Minister for the Penn West Conference of the United Church of Christ for many years. He inspired and helped many people throughout his career and life, and truly fulfilled his promise to serve God. Paul made our world a better place. Kepple-Graft Funeral Home is in charge of cremation services. The memorial service will be held on Saturday, September 27, at 2:30 PM at St. John’s Harrold Reformed United Church of Christ, 103 St. John’s Church Rd., Greensburg, PA 15601. The Rev. David Ackerman and the Rev. Robert Kruel will conduct the memorial service. Those interested in making a memorial gift may give to the church at the above address or to an organization of his/her choice. For online condolences and information, please visit www.kepplegraft.com.