Dana Remaley, a 46-year-old woman from New Stanton, Pennsylvania, tragically passed away on November 30, 2016. She was born on January 8, 1970, in New Derry, Pennsylvania, and was a graduate of Derry High School and the University of Pittsburgh. Dana was an active member of her community, working as a school aide at West Hempfield Elementary School and serving as the events coordinator, past treasurer, co-chair, and head chef of the Grandparents Breakfast at Stanwood Elementary School.
The cause of Dana Remaley's death was a result of a horrific incident involving her 14-year-old son, Jacob Remaley. On the morning of November 30, 2016, Jacob allegedly shot his mother and his 8-year-old brother, Caleb, while they were asleep. Jacob used his father's gun, which he retrieved from the kitchen refrigerator, loaded, and then walked into his mother's and brother's rooms to shoot them each in the head. Both Dana and Caleb were found dead in their home that morning.
Jacob Remaley was charged with two counts each of homicide and first-degree murder. He was taken into custody after a neighbor helped deescalate the situation and convinced him to drop the gun. Jacob admitted to the killings and mentioned that he would have shot his father too if he had been home at the time. The motive behind the killings remains unclear, but it was reported that Jacob did not get along with his parents.
The tragic incident sent shockwaves through the community, affecting not only Dana and Caleb's family but also the students and staff at the schools where Dana worked and Caleb attended. The community came together to mourn the loss and support those affected by the tragedy.
Dana Remaley's death and the subsequent legal proceedings against her son have left a lasting impact on the New Stanton community, highlighting the devastating consequences of family violence and the importance of mental health support for young individuals.
