Rosemary Smith, a 72-year-old woman from Scranton, PA, tragically died on April 28, 2018. She was a beloved homemaker and grandmother who was known for her strong faith and devotion to her family. Rosemary was a member of St. Ann's Basilica and took great pride in her home and garden, where she often hosted gatherings for her loved ones.
Her death was part of a tragic and complex incident involving her nephew, Alan Smith.
On the day of her death, Alan set fire to the duplex home he shared with Rosemary. Rosemary was shot in the head by Alan before he set the fire. Alan's body was later found in the rubble, and his death was ruled a suicide. Investigators believe that Alan murdered Rosemary before setting the fire.
The incident began when Rosemary and her sister, Sister Angela Miller, filed emergency protection-from-abuse orders against Alan. When police arrived to serve the orders, Alan started a fire and fired at the officers. The search for Sister Angela's body continues, as investigators believe she may have been in the house at the time of the fire.
The case remains a mystery, with ongoing investigations into the circumstances surrounding Rosemary's death and the search for Sister Angela's body. The tragic events have left a lasting impact on the Scranton community, and Rosemary's family and friends continue to mourn her loss.
