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Frank R. Grace
Dec 10, 2025
Frank R Grace (Frankie), 57, of Lake city, Pa, Passed Away Unexpectedly on Wednesday
December 10, 2025, at UPMC Hamot Hospital in Erie, Pa. He was born in Erie, Pa, on July 5th, 1968,
Frank graduated from Strong Vincent High School in 1987. He then worked at Malibu Iron, and he eventually retired from Erie Forge and Steel. Frank spent his time...
John Joseph Ziesenheim
Dec 10, 2025
John Joseph Ziesenheim, 77, passed from this life to eternal grace on December 10, 2025, in his home surrounded by his loving family, the treasures of a life well-lived.
He was born January 7, 1948, to the late John Oliver and Kathleen Gunnison Ziesenheim, he lived, and farmed, his whole life at Fairplain Farm in Lake City on the land he...
Christine Koehle
Dec 9, 2025
Christine Jensen Koehle passed away in her home on December 9, 2025, after a long struggle with cancer. Her advice “Don’t smoke.” She was born on December 10, 1945, daughter to Henry and Alice Petersen Jensen.
She attended Perry Grade School and Academy High School (Class of 1963). She also earned an associate degree from Gannon University.
Christine spent many years working...
Ann Gorney
Dec 8, 2025
Ann Gorney age 80, of Millcreek, passed away on Monday, December 8, 2025, at her residence, surrounded by her loving family, following a brief battle with cancer.
She was born in Erie on July 30, 1945, a daughter of the late Andrew and Elvira Bucceri Marofsky.
Ann graduated from Strong Vincent High School and dedicated her life to working in various roles...
Ann Gorney
Dec 8, 2025
Ann Gorney age 80, of Millcreek, passed away on Monday, December 8, 2025, at her residence, surrounded by her loving family, following a brief battle with cancer.
She was born in Erie on July 30, 1945, a daughter of the late Andrew and Elvira Bucceri Marofsky.
Ann graduated from Strong Vincent High School and dedicated her life to working in various roles...
Terry E. Redmond
Dec 8, 2025
Terry E. Redmond, age 80 of Erie, passed away on Monday December 8, 2025 at AHN St. Vincent Hospital. He was born in Erie on November 20,1945 to the late Charles W. and Marjorie R. Claypool Redmond.
Terry graduated from McDowell High School in 1963. He attended Gannon University for several years and worked for GTE for 35 years. Additionally, he...
Ronnie Wygant
Dec 8, 2025
Ronnie Wygant, 55, of Waterford, passed away Monday, December 8th, 2025, at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital.
He was born August 6th, 1970, in Erie, a son to Ronnie and Barbara (McClelland) Wygant.
Ronnie graduated from Girard High School, then went on to attend Gannon University to earn a Bachelor’s in Elementary Education. He worked various jobs over the years, starting first with crisis...
Ingridt Beatriz Garcia
Dec 8, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Ingridt Beatriz Garcia, who left this world unexpectedly at her residence on December 8, 2025, at the age of 31.
She was born on July 23, 1994, in Queens, New York, to Lucelva Galindo.
After graduating from East High School, Ingridt obtained certification in the medical assistant program from Great Lakes...
Robert Michael DeFonzo, Jr.
Dec 7, 2025
Robert (Rob) Michael DeFonzo Jr., beloved father, devoted family member, and gifted writer, joined our Lord on Sunday, December 7, 2025, at the age of 58. Born on June 4, 1967, to Robert (Bob) and Anita (Evanoff) DeFonzo Sr. Rob was the youngest of two children.
After graduating from McDowell High School in 1984, Rob headed south to Florida. He embraced...
Allen Selling
Dec 6, 2025
ALLEN MILTON SELLING –
Allen Selling, 88, died December 6, 2025, at Lake Worth Select Specialty Hospital due to complications from a post-surgery stroke. He was born October 26, 1937, in Erie, PA to Benjamin M. and Jacobeth (Berman) Selling.
Allen graduated from Academy High School in 1955 Following graduation, he worked in Buffalo at Pratt & Lambert, Schwartz Jewelers and various...
Carl E. Figurski
Dec 5, 2025
Carl Edward Figurski of Erie, Pennsylvania, passed away on December 5, 2025. He was 68 years old. He was preceded in death by his father, Joseph.
A resident of Erie his entire life, Carl was born on May 29th, 1957, to Rose and Joseph Figurski. He attended East High School and worked as a corrections officer at the Erie county prison...
Audrey Campbell
Dec 5, 2025
Audrey (Redpath) Campbell, age 96, of Erie, passed away on December 5, 2025, at Manchester Commons.
She was born on November 27, 1929, in Erie, Pennsylvania, a daughter of the late Arlington and Sadie (Duck) Redpath.
Audrey graduated from Lawrence Park High School, Class of 1948 and was employed at General Electric until her marriage in 1953. She was a devoted housewife...
Kimberley Garrity
Dec 4, 2025
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Kimberley Ann Garrity, age 66, on December 4, 2025, passed away at home surrounded by loved ones after a long illness.
She was born on August 29, 1959, in Erie, Pennsylvania, to the late Francis and Shirley (Piecheco) Lipinski.
Kimberley was a graduate of Technical Memorial High School, class of 1977....
Celestine M. Cioccio
Dec 4, 2025
Celestine M. Cioccio, age 93, passed away Thursday, December 4, 2025 at St. Mary’s at Asbury Ridge. She was born on July 6, 1932 in Rocca Pia, Italy the only child of Giuseppe and Angelarosa (DeSantis) Fulgenzio.
Celestine immigrated to Erie in 1951 when she was 19 years old. In 1953 she traveled back to Rocca Pia to marry her beloved...
Paul O. Schlabach
Dec 3, 2025
Paul O. Schlabach, 50, of Erie passed away Wednesday, December 3rd, 2025, at St. Vincent Hospital.
He was born on September 2nd, 1975, in Meadville, a son to the late Oscar H. and Mary Sue (Wengerd) Schlabach.
Paul will be remembered for his exceptional talent as a carpenter, especially his skill in fine woodworking. He touched the lives of countless people, forming...
Michael A. Webb-Mendralla Jr.
Dec 2, 2025
Michael A. Webb-Mendralla Jr., known as “Babymike”, 23, of Erie, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, December 2nd, 2025.
He was born on December 19, 2001 in Erie, a son to Michael Webb-Mendralla Sr. and Toya Bonner.
Michael was a graduate of Erie High School, class of 2020. He then went on to graduate from Erie Institute of Technology with a degree in HVAC,...
Kay Kingston Blinzler
Dec 2, 2025
Kay Kingston Blinzler, age 84, of Erie, peacefully passed away at home on Tuesday, December 2, 2025 surrounded by family, friends, and her beloved dogs.
She was born in Erie, Pa., on May 20, 1941, daughter of the late Margaret and Harold Kingston. Kay earned a Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education from Edinboro State College and a Master's Degree in Guidance...
Ronnie Hall
Nov 30, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Ronnie Hall, who left us unexpectedly on November 30, 2025, at the age of 68.
Ronnie was born in Meridian, Mississippi, on October 6, 1957, to the late J.C. and Earlene (DeLoach) Hall. He was raised in Prospect Baptist Church in Meridian, where his lifelong faith began to take root.
A...
Timothy D. Dinges
Nov 29, 2025
Timothy D. Dinges, age 70, of Erie, passed away on Saturday November 29, 2025 at St. Vincent Hospital. He was born in Erie, PA on August 19, 1955, a son of the late James and Jean Dinges.
Tim graduated from Tech High School where he played on the hockey team. He became a machine operator at several manufacturing companies including Zurn,...
Christopher L. McClay
Nov 29, 2025
It is with profound sorrow that we announce the unexpected passing of Christopher L. McClay, aged 54, on November 29, 2025, after a long illness.
He was born on March 27, 1971, in Erie, Pennsylvania, and was the youngest child of the late Paul and Thelma (Oakes) McClay.
Christopher was a kind-hearted person. He found comfort in support groups and was a...
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