Joseph R. Loucks Jr,
79 of Scottdale passed away at 11:37 AM Sunday, November 16, 2025 at Independence Health System’s Frick Hospital, Mount Pleasant. Joe was born on June 26, 1946 in Mount Pleasant, a son of the late Joseph R. Loucks Sr. and Evelyn (Hawkins) Loucks. He married Jeri Lynn (Roberts) Loucks on December 26, 970 and together they built a lifetime of love and family. Jeri, his beloved wife, passed away on October 30, 2012.
Affectionately known to many as “Pap Joe”, Joe was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother, and friend. He was a proud veteran and a loyal member and past officer of the Scottdale American Legion #240. He served his country in the US Army during the Vietnam War as a Private First Class and was awarded the National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, Vietnam Campaign Medal, Combat Infantry Badge, and the Expert M14 Rifle Badge. Joe was a man of quiet strength, known for his easygoing nature, and warm spirit who could often be found on his porch swing; happy to talk with anyone who stopped by. He had a passion for trains and people watching along with a remarkable talent for woodworking and crafting. Above all, Joe was a storyteller and there was always something new to learn from him.
Joe will be deeply missed by his loving family; his four children, Rebecca Luft, Angela Swaney (Ron), Brenda Ohr (Chad), and Joseph R. Loucks III; his four grandchildren, Shane Dodd (Nicole), Julianna Ohr, MacKenzie Ohr, and Madelyn Mason; his great granddaughter, Meadow Dodd; his sister, Marie Lint; his two half-brothers, Wes Hawkins (Mary Kay) and Keith Hawkins (Candy); and many other family members and friends who loved him dearly. Additionally as an animal lover, Joe will be missed by his loyal canine and feline buddies, Luna Bella, Butch, and Journey.
Personalized arrangements are under the professional supervision of the ROBERT B. FERGUSON FUNERAL HOME, 105 SPRING STREET, SCOTTDALE (www.fergusonfunerals.com). Family and friends will be received from 3-7 PM Wednesday in the funeral home chapel followed by prayers and full military honors bestowed by the Scottdale-Everson Honor Guard at 7 PM Wednesday. The Ferguson Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Loucks family. Love holds what time cannot!
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