Robert W. "Rob" McCready, 69, of New Galilee passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family, on Friday, Feb.3, 2023, at his residence following an extended illness.

Born Sept. 23, 1953, in New Castle, he was the son of the late S. Wells and Sara Belle "Sally" Noggle McCready.

He was married to Candy Johnson McCready.

Rob graduated from Mohawk in 1972.

Working alongside his father and brother, he became the fifth-generation owner and operator of the Indian Run Dairy Farm.

He was a member of the Galilean Presbyterian Church, where he served as a former deacon and member of the choir.

He was a member of the Beaver Lawrence Farm Bureau and the Pennsylvania Farmers Association.

Rob enjoyed car shows and classic cars, red tractors and the Beatles. He loved to work on the farm and milk cows. His most cherished moments were times spent with family.

Survivors include his wife of 43 years, Candy; two daughters, Casey and Melissa McCready; sister, Beth Ann (Paul) Morrison; and brother, Edward (JoAnn) McCready, all of New Galilee.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his son, Robbie; and his stepmother, Sarah Olayer McCready.

Visiting hours will be from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, Feb. 10, 2023, at the Marshall Funeral Home, 341 Main St. Wampum.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 11, 2023, at the Marshall Funeral Home, with Rev. Nathan Leslie officiating. Interment will follow in Reformed Presbyterian Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to The Galilean Presbyterian Church.

Online condolences may be offered at marshallsfh.com.