Coraopolis, PA - The death of a local elementary secretary broke the hearts of many students, teachers, and staff at Cornell School District, in Coraopolis, Pa. Edith L. Shoecraft(61), of Coraopolis, passed away peacefully at Allegheny General Hospital, with close family by her side. Hearing of the passing of Ms. Shoecraft shattered hearts all over the Coraopolis Community. 

“I feel for Mrs. Edie’s daughters,” says Cornell Superintendent, Aaron Thomas. “I’m just heartbroken by everything.” Before the passing of Mrs. Shoecraft: thoughts, prayers, cards, and love flowed through the hospital and through her family. The Cornell High School football team all sent cards, dedicating their 46-18 Quarterfinal playoff game win against Leechburg for Mrs. Shoecraft. “Mrs. Edie was one of those people that was there for every aspect of our childhoods, and was a huge part of our lives,” MJ Smith, Senior at Cornell, and neighbor of Mrs. Shoecraft said. “I called her my secretary, and I was her, “Mr. President.”  I would go to her for anything, and she would give me advice, show me love, and even take me on random trips to Mcdonald's for dinner. She just had one of those personalities that made you love going to school, and made me look forward to going home after school.”

The school district reserved parking spot #2 of the pool lot in honor of Mrs.or Mrs. Shoecraft, displaying her Pittsburgh Steelers and Cornell Raiders hats, a candle, a sympathy bear, and flowers. Students in the district are discussing the different ways to honor Mrs. Shoecraft to highlight her hard-working skills, her love for the students, and her dedication to the district. Grief counselors are located in elementary and high schools for students, teachers, and adults in the district. Mrs. Shoecraft will forever be missed by the Coraopolis Community.