Ronald "Ron" Scott Shay

Ronald (Ron) Scott Shay, 86, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Thursday, February 19, 2026.  He passed away peacefully in the comfort of his home with his loving family by his side.  He was born in Sewickley to the late Selma Shay-Douds and for most of his life called Moon Twp. his home.  He was married to his high school sweetheart, Myrt Drexler Shay, and they shared 65 beautiful years together, experiencing the joy of parenthood, grandparents, and great grandchildren. He is survived by his beloved wife, Myrt, loving children Todd Shay and wife Amy, and Tracy Shay-Badolato; very cherished grandchildren Brandon (Jennifer) Shay,  Alexa (Cody) Hoellerman, Olivia Shay (fiancé Nick),  Shay (Jacob) Starkey, and Samantha (Rhiannon Ray) Badolato; Pappy to his much-loved great grandchildren Killian and Maeve Shay, Lily and Nolan Hoellerman, and Atticus and Remy Starkey. Ron is also survived by his sister Cheryl Jackson, sister-in-law Connie Drexler, and many special nieces, nephews, and caring friends.

Ron worked as a manufacturer’s rep. for several golf companies for 25 years.  As salesman of  the year for 2 years while working for the Ben Hogan Company, he delighted in being awarded 2 trips to the Masters.  After retiring, he worked for the John Guest Evangelistic Team; his most memorable trip being to Ukraine to personally hand-deliver bibles. He had many part-time jobs and finally retired at age 82.  He always said he never had a job that he didn’t like!  Ron and Myrt were Founding Members of Christ Church at Grove Farm, where he served on many ministries.  Always in the forefront of Ron’s mind was sharing his love for the Lord.  He loved to tinker, fix things, and keep busy.  He was happiest and most joyful when he was surrounded by his family.  Ron and Myrt enjoyed skiing, tennis, traveling, camping, and most recently, day trips to Erie and Geneva on the Lake.

A Celebration of Life Memorial Service will be held on Friday, March 13, at 11:30 a.m., at Christ Church at Grove Farm, 249 Duff Rd., Sewickley.  In lieu of flowers, family suggests donations in his name to Christ Church or a Charity of Your Choice.  Ron, when asked, “how are you?”, would always reply, “healthy and happy”,  and,  HE IS!  He will be profoundly missed by all of us who loved him so much. May we always pass on Ron’s positive attitude to others.  Arrangements entrusted to the R.D. Copeland Funeral Home, Moon Twp.