JAMES A. SUTCH, JR. "SUTCHMO" From complications of brain cancer, which he fought bravely until the end, James A. Sutch, Jr., of McCandless Twp., known to many as Sutchmo, passed on Saturday, September 5, 2020. Survived by Laurie Ryan and her sister, Pam (David) Ryan Lutz, his sister, Debbie (Steve) Wiseman; and nephew, Steven. Preceded in death by parents, James A. and Helen (Tridinic) Sutch, Sr. Sutchmo was a retired school teacher from North Hills School District. He loved all things Pittsburgh, especially the Penguins. He enjoyed fishing in Canada, throwing darts, and playing goalie. He was an animal lover and adored his dogs, Scorchy, Backhoe, Lucy, Princess Gracie, and Taco. Jim never met a person he would not talk to or help if they needed it. He was a kind and giving soul and will be missed by all of us! Friends received Thursday 6-8 p.m. and Friday 1-3 and 6-8 p.m. at SIMONS FUNERAL HOME, INC., 7720 Perry Hwy., Pgh, PA 15237 where a blessing service will be held on Saturday at 10:30 a.m. Burial will follow at 1:30 p.m. in Brush Creek Cemetery, Irwin, PA, where all are welcome. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Animal Friends, www.thinkingoutsidethecage.org or to your favorite local, no kill animal shelter. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb