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Bessie E. L. Franklin
Nov 5, 2025
Bessie E. L. Franklin, 98, of Erie, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 5, 2025, at Corry Manor.
She was born November 4, 1927, in Erie, she was the daughter of the late Eulah and Cora (Kleckley) Battle, Sr.
Bessie was a lifelong resident of Erie, where she graduated from Academy. She gained employment at Marx Toy Factory and Hammermill Paper Co....
Janet L. Casey
Nov 11, 2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Janet L. Casey, who passed on the morning of November 11, 2025, at the age of 82, at her home.
She is one of six children and the only daughter of the late Eric and Althea (Blystone) Anderson and was born on May 21, 1943, in Erie, Pennsylvania,
Janet loved her...
Tyco V. Swick
Nov 10, 2025
Tyco V. Swick, age 86, passed away on Monday November 10, 2025 at LECOM Nursing and Rehab Center. He was born on July 21, 1939 in Oil City, PA to the late Dr. H. Vernon and Ebba Lange Swick.
Tyco graduated from Strong Vincent High School in 1957 and then served in the U.S. Army Reserve for 6 years. Following the...
Gloria Dawn Lewandowski
Nov 9, 2025
Gloria Dawn (Fisher) Lewandowski passed peacefully on 11/9/2025 at her son's home in Stockton, NY.
Gloria was born in Erie, PA on January 7th, 1935. She attended Millcreek High School and spent many years working at St. James School.
She was preceded in death by her parents Earl and Cleta Fisher, her husband Joseph L. Lewandowski, her brothers John and Earl, and...
Wendy C. Carlson
Nov 9, 2025
Wendy C. Carlson age 67 of Waterford passed away on Sunday, November 9, 2025.
She was born in Ripley, NY on September 30, 1958, to the late Walter and Mary Swartz Lawton.
Wendy attended Fredonia High School and Ripley Central School.
She worked for Welch Foods in Westfield, NY, Keystone Foods in North East, PA, Merry Maids in Erie and Shell Station at...
Mary Ann Sinnott
Nov 9, 2025
Mary Ann Sinnott, age 86, of Erie passed away on Sunday Nov. 9, 2025 at UPMC Hamot. She was born in Erie, PA on Sept. 1, 1939, a daughter of the late Bernard and Mildred Schriefer Ohmer.
She graduated from Academy High School. She married her high school sweetheart and the love of her life, J. Greg Sinnott on April 18,...
Charles W. "Chuck" Donnelly
Nov 7, 2025
Charles W. “Chuck” Donnelly passed peacefully at Nightingale Nursing and Rehabilitation Center on Friday, November 7, 2025. He was born in Erie, PA on August 4, 1945, the son of the late Charles A. Donnelly and Katherine (Shay) Donnelly.
Chuck attended St. Andrew Grade School, Cathedral Prep (class of 1964), and Erie Business Center. He then joined the family business, Donnelly...
Paula A. Degenhart
Nov 6, 2025
Paula A. Degenhart “Bumma”, age 82, of Erie, passed away on Thursday, November 6, 2025, at UPMC Hamot.
She was born in Erie on August 8, 1943, a daughter of the late Paul Berg and Annabelle (Walden) Berg.
Paula was previously a co-owner of the HideAway Tavern with her husband Carl. She was also a cook at Westlake Woods Assisted Living.
Paula was...
Beverly J. Sax
Nov 6, 2025
Beverly Jean Sax age 86 of Erie, passed away at St. Mary’s Home of Erie Asbury on November 6, 2025. She was born in Syracuse, NY on November 17, 1939, a daughter of the late Louis Rice and Irene Rice (nee Williams). Beverly attended Central Square High School in Syracuse. She enjoyed traveling, with her husband, casino gaming and spending...
John F. Coughlin
Nov 3, 2025
John F. Coughlin, age 83, of Erie, passed away on Monday, November 3, 2025, at The Residence at Presque Isle Bay.
He was born on February 15, 1942, a son of the late Francis and Catherine McLaughlin Coughlin.
John graduated from Tech High School and was employed as an inspector for both AMSCO and Steris for 34 years. He enjoyed fishing in...
George J. Will Jr.
Nov 3, 2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of George J. Will Jr., who left this world peacefully on November 3, 2025, at LECOM Senior Living Center at the age of 92.
He was born in his childhood home on January 21, 1933, in Erie, Pennsylvania, to the late George H. and Clara (Schnell) Will Sr.
George inherited Will's General...
Michael Douglas Chin
Nov 2, 2025
Michael Douglas Chin, age 72, of Girard, Pa., passed away on Sunday, November 2, 2025, at his residence.
He was born in Montego Bay, Jamaica, on February 1, 1953, a son of Irene Hew and the late Wilfred B. Chin. As a young man, Michael moved to the Erie region, where he built a rich life rooted in music, family, and...
Renezzamae MaryJane Lear-Bodien
Nov 1, 2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved infant daughter, Renezzamae MaryJane Lear-Bodien, who left this world just two days after her birth on November 1, 2025, in Erie, Pennsylvania. Born on October 30, 2025, to her loving parents, Kory Lear and Keela M. Bodien. Renezzamae brought with her a spark of hope and joy...
Thomas Balos
Nov 1, 2025
Thomas Balos, age 61, of Erie, passed away on Saturday Nov. 1, 2025 at home. He was born on October 7, 1964 in Dunkirk, NY, the son of the late William Balos and Jackie Lyons Bean.
He graduated from McDowell High School and received a criminal justice degree from Edinboro University. He served in the US Army as a military transport...
Martha "Betty" Billings
Nov 1, 2025
Martha E (Betty) Uber Billings, age 103, of Girard, passed away on Saturday, November 1, 2025, at Manchester Commons.
She was born in Grove City, PA on July 27, 1922, a daughter of the late Herman and Nettie Uber.
Betty graduated from Brookville High School in 1940. Betty then graduated from The Practical Bible Training School in Binghamton, New York. This is...
David Marsh
Oct 30, 2025
David Marsh, age 86, passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by his family on October 30, 2025, after an extended illness.
He was born on April 6, 1939, in Butler County, Greenville, Alabama, to the late Henry and Carrie (Franklin) Marsh.
For over thirty years, David proudly served as a cameraman for WJET-TV. He enjoyed playing golf, fishing, socializing with friends...
Norman E. Mattson
Oct 30, 2025
Norman E. Mattson, age 87, of Girard, passed away peacefully on Thursday October 30, 2025, at Walnut Creek Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center surrounded by his family.
He was born in Erie, PA on March 10, 1938, a son of the late Louis and Eleanor Golda Mattson.
Norman graduated from Tech Memorial High School in 1956. He finished his career as a Contract...
JoAnn Werth
Oct 30, 2025
JoAnn Werth peacefully passed away to eternal life on October 30, 2025. JoAnn, daughter of the late John and Elizabeth (Ciotti) Gross, was born in Erie, PA on January 23, 1943.
JoAnn graduated from McDowell High School and attended Erie Business College. She had a long working career beginning with the W. T. Grant Company, working for many years at Allied...
Barry Boyer
Oct 29, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Barry Boyer, age 69. who died after a short illness on October 29, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.
He was born on October 18, 1956, in Erie, Pennsylvania, to the late Marcus and Marie (Sliker) Boyer.
After attending Harborcreek High School, Barry trained at the former Erie County Skill Center....
Richard "Dick" Cuthbert
Oct 28, 2025
Richard D. “Dick” Cuthbert, 83, of Erie, passed away in October 2025.
He was born in Erie, Pennsylvania, on August 18, 1942, the son of the late Richard Godfrey Cuthbert and Virginia (Gebbler) Cuthbert.
Dick is survived by his wife, Anita (Gavriloff) Cuthbert; his son, Brady and his sister, Jane Jenkins.
A graduate of East High School, Dick attended Edinboro University and served...
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