Richard T. Settles, 78 of Beallsville, PA passed away Sunday, December 27, 2020 in Mon Valley Hospital.

He was born July 21, 1942 in Brownsville, PA a son of the late Jacob and Evelyn Frye Settles.

Mr. Settles was a graduate of Redstone High School.

Rich retired from the Maple Creek Mine in 1987. He worked as a mine foreman and was a member of the mine rescue team. He also worked in numerous coal mines in the Greene County area.

In 1989 he built and operated R.T.G. and S. auto repair and storage in Beallsville.

In 1999 to the present, he owned and operated Parts Plus on U.S. Rt. 40, Brownsville (Centerville Borough).

Mr. Settles was a very active individual with many interests. Rich was a two term Mayor of Beallsville borough, a certified diver and diving instructor and a member of Belle Vernon Lodge # 643 F&AM. For ten years he had a pilot's license and enjoyed flying whenever he could. Mr. Settles enjoyed riding his motorcycle and was an officer of Chapter 7 Blue Knights Law Enforcement Motorcycle Club. His hobbies included hunting, fishing and boating and visiting friends while telling extremely entertaining stories. He was a member of the Centerville Sportman's Club and the National Rifle Association.

On July 19, 1996 he married Twila VanVoorhis who survives.

Surviving in addition to his wife are three sons, Rick Settles (Lana) of Uniontown, PA, Robert Copechal (Sherri) of Washington, PA and Grant McClelland (Allison) of Beallsville, PA; six siblings, Jacob Settles "Fred" of Allison, PA, Charlotte Dabney of Pittsburgh, PA, Goldie "Dolly" Jones (Roy) of Pittsburgh, PA, Lawrence Settles (Sonya) of Bridgeville, PA, Darlene Curry (Steve) of Uniontown, PA and Donna Settles of Uniontown, PA; ten grandchildren, Richard Settles, Jarel Settles, Zachary Settles (Halla), Isaac Copechal, ViVian Copechal, Taylor McClelland, Conner McClelland, Dawson McClelland, Eli Vitte and Harper Vitte; four great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.

Deceased in addition to his parents are three sisters, Nina Moultrie, Evelyn Settles and Balinda Settles; three brothers, Jack Settles, Nelson Settles and Robert Settles.

Rich will forever be remembered as a dedicated son, father, grandfather and friend. He was a man of strong character and pride, yet kind, loved unconditionally and could always be counted on in times of need. A man who leaves a legacy to be proud of.

A public Graveside Service will be held Wednesday, December 30, 2020 at 12:00 noon in Beallsville Cemetery with Pastor Kevin Carpenter officiating. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Garwood Baptist Church, 637 Scenic Dr., Daisytown, PA 15427.