Paul A. Gooch

Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory

Obituaries | The Tube City Almanac | February 16, 2026

Paul Gooch, 64, of North Huntingdon, passed away on February 14, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on November 12, 1961, in Glassport, a son of the late Paul and Evelyn (Yonek) Gooch. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Sally (Schiavo) Gooch.

A graduate of Pittsburgh Technical College, Paul enjoyed a long career in the financial services industry. His profession allowed him to travel across the country; he especially cherished the many trips on which his wife Sally was able to join him. A lifelong Penn State football fan, Paul loved traveling for games and tailgates with family and friends and took great pride in visiting his children during their years at the University. He also had a passion for horse racing, often spending hours at his computer crafting spreadsheets to handicap the races and predict the next winner.

He is survived by his three children, Jeffrey (Samantha) Gooch, Sarah (Shawn) Wilke and William (Jordan) Gooch; his loving dog, Giacamo; and his six grandchildren, Jack, Theo, Matthew, Michael, Sally and Gabriel. He also leaves behind his sisters, Dolores (Billy) Urbansky, Paula (Casey) Sleva and Susie (John) Spanbauer; sisters-in-law, Marie (Tom) Rose, Barb (Mike) Duffy, Joanne (Harold) Fetch, Donna Schiavo and Teresa Schiavo; and many nieces, nephews and dear friends. In addition to his beloved wife Sally and parents, he was preceded in death by his in-laws, Salvatore Sr. and Sarah Schiavo, and brothers-in-law, Salvatore Jr. and David Schiavo.

In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the local chapter of National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI Keystone Pennsylvania).

Family and friends will be received at Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory on Wednesday, Feburary 18, 2026, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. & 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. The funeral service will be held on Thursday, Feburary 19, 2026 at 3:30 p.m. in the funeral home chapel. Condolences and memories may be shared at www.jaycox-jaworskifh.com.
Chris Odasso, Supervisor

Originally published February 16, 2026.

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