Harry "The Hat" Stilwell Stites III, 86. of West Deer Township, passed away, November 12, 2023, at his residence, after a brief illness. Harry was born on December 5, 1936 in Pittsburgh, son of the late Margaret Rose Medick. He was a devoted husband, brother, father, grandfather, great grandfather and friend. Harry was a Master Plaster of his trade. As a true craftsman, he could transform anything into a beautiful piece of artistry. As a co-owner of Steel City Plastering Inc. with his son and grandson, his work can be seen from the north, south, east and west of Pittsburgh. He loved to work and had a passion to teach and mentor. Harry enjoyed traveling, especially to Las Vegas, riding horses, quads, golfing, telling jokes and spending quality time with his family and wife Alice. Harry is survived by his beloved wife of 66 years, Alice Marie Stites; sister, Maryanne Stites; daughter, Cheryl A. (Greg) Hunter; Son, Harry S. (Allina) Stites IV; grandsons, Wayne P. Hunter Ryan A. (Chelsea) Hunter and Samuel L (Calle) Stites; great grandchildren, Peyton G. Hunter and Weston A. Hunter. "His memories will last a lifetime". Friends of the family are invited to attend visitation 1 to 3 pm and 5 to 8 pm, Wednesday, November 15, 2023, at Adam Siemianowski Funeral Home, 179 Starr Rd, Russellton, West Deer Township, 15076. A private family service will be held Thursday. "The Hat" will be laid to rest at Our Lady of Hope Cemetery, Frazer Township. For online condolences, please visit, www.westdeerfuneralhome.com