 east of Pittsburgh. 'This is certainly a sad, sad day and a sad time, for not just the folks in Plum but all the folks in the community and in this region,' said Allegheny County Executive Rich Fitzgerald. For all the latest on news, politics, sports, and showbiz from the USA, go to The Mirror US Casey and Keegan Clontz were a close-knit father and son who shared a deep bond, particularly through their love for the outdoors, hunting, and fishing, Jen Clontz, Casey's wife and Keegan's mother told Trib Live. Casey was a devoted father to Keegan and his younger sister Addie. He was known for his sense of humour, his dedication to family, and his love for the Pittsburgh Steelers. Keegan was described as a caring son, friend, and brother, with a special affection for his mother. He enjoyed football, hunting, fishing, and riding his mini bike. Both Casey and Keegan were cherished by their family and friends, and their absence will be deeply felt by their community. The Clontz family remembered them as individuals who brought joy and laughter to those around them, and they will be dearly){kind=link}
Casey Clontz, 38 and his 12-year-old son, Keegan Clontz were among the five people that died in the terrifying house explosion in Plum, western Pennsylvania on Saturday, August 12
A dad and his young son were among the five people killed in a house explosion, it has emerged.
Casey Clontz, 38 and Keegan Clontz, 12, tragically died on the morning of Saturday, August 12, when a massive explosion in Plum, a town in western Pennsylvania destroyed three structures and damaged at least a dozen others.
The blast was captured by a Rind doorbell camera nearby. A video showed the horrific moment the blast sent debris flying into the air as the surrounding buildings were completely destroyed.
Plum Borough Police Chief Lanny Conley said previously that the bodies of four adults and one child were recovered after the blast shortly before 10.30am on Saturday in the borough, about 20 miles (32 kilometres) east of Pittsburgh.