John "Scott" Malarski

John "Scott" Malarski obituary, Wheeling, WV

John "Scott" Malarski

John Malarski Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Kepner Funeral Home - Elm Grove on Oct. 23, 2025.
John Scott Malarski, 42, of Wheeling, WV, died Tuesday, October 21, 2025 at UPMC Presbyterian.
He was born November 15, 1982, in Wheeling, son of Pete and Susan Kaschke Malarski.
Scott was a truck driver for Kalkreuth Roofing and Sheet Metal. He loved hunting, fishing, watching sports with his son, watching his son play sports and spending time with his family.
He was preceded in death by his sister, Kelly Malarski; maternal grandparents, Ollie and Ruth Kaschke; paternal grandparents, John and Betty Malarski; and several aunts and uncles.
In addition to his parents, he is survived by his son, Jayden Malarski; special niece, Marissa Malarski; special cousins, Hayden (Paige) Kaschke and Hunter Kaschke; special uncle and aunt, Paul and Amy Kaschke; half sister, Tracy Malarski; nephew, Colby Saylor; special family friend, Kari Stillion and family; numerous cousins; and fur babies, Tobie and Sugar.
There will be no services.
Memorial contributions may be made to TMC Funding, https://www.tmcfunding.com/funds/john-scott-malarski-funeral-fund/14602/, to assist the family with funeral expenses.
Arrangements by Kepner Funeral Home, 166 Kruger St., Wheeling (304-242-2311).
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