PITTSBURGH, PA — Family, friends, and loved ones across Pittsburgh and beyond are mourning the unexpected passing of Graeme Dunlap, who died peacefully in his sleep on May 21, 2025, at the age of 42. His sudden death has left an outpouring of grief and remembrance from all corners of his life.
Graeme was a native and proud resident of Pittsburgh, a city he loved dearly and called home for most of his life. He was known by many — not just in his neighborhood, but throughout the city and in places far beyond.
To his family, Graeme was a cherished son, a devoted brother, and a steady source of love and laughter. His siblings remember him as thoughtful, loyal, and full of wit — someone who could diffuse tension with a joke, lend a hand without being asked, and offer quiet strength in times of need. His passing has created an irreplaceable space in their hearts.
Friends describe Graeme as the kind of person who showed up. He showed up to support, to celebrate, to listen, and to laugh. He had a gift for making people feel seen and appreciated, and for building genuine connections with those around him. Whether at a local bar watching a Steelers game, walking through the Strip District, or catching a show at Mr. Smalls, he was a familiar and welcoming presence — quick with a smile, and always up for conversation.
Graeme’s sense of humor was his calling card, matched only by his intelligence and thoughtful nature. He had an encyclopedic memory for music and film, and could just as easily offer a sharp political insight as he could a deadpan one-liner that would leave a room in stitches. His interests were wide and deep, and he loved sharing them with others — often through long, meandering conversations that seemed to end too soon.
Though his life ended far too early, Graeme’s impact endures. The many tributes being shared by those who knew him — in person and online — echo a single theme: he was deeply loved and will be profoundly missed.