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Shirley Anne Gavin
Aug 13, 2026
Shirley Anne Gavin AKA (Woo/Shirleymae) by all those that loved her. She passed away peacefully at her home on August 13, 2026, at the age of 83 surrounded by family.
She was born on March 24, 1943, in Erie, Pennsylvania, to the late Michael and Rose (Hayes) Wargo.
Shirley was a graduate of Seneca High School. After raising her family, she became...
Mary Ann Parznik
Aug 12, 2026
Mary Ann Parznik, 68, of Meadville, PA, formerly of Reading, PA, passed away on August 12th in Erie PA.
Born on August 2, 1958, Mary Ann entered the world prematurely, weighing just over two pounds. She was born with cerebral palsy and lost her vision at birth. From the very beginning, Mary Ann faced challenges that would have been difficult for...
Willie Kinnard Jr.
Aug 10, 2026
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Willie Kinnard Jr., a beloved husband, father, G-Pa, and brother, who left this world on August 10, 2026, at the age of 81, after an extended illness.
He was born on October 13, 1944, in Laurel, Mississippi, to the late Willie and Ruby (Jones) Kinnard Sr.
Willie graduated from Tech Memorial...
Martha R. Jablonka
Aug 9, 2026
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Martha R. Jablonka, age 93, who departed this world on August 9, 2026, at Embassy of Park Avenue in Meadville, Pennsylvania.
She was born on November 28, 1932, in Erie, Pennsylvania, to the late Apolinary “Paul” and Stella (Markiewicz) Michalak.
In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Stanley...
James A. Doleski
Aug 9, 2026
James A. Doleski age 88, of Fairview, passed away on Sunday, August 9, 2026, at UPMC Hamot.
He was born in Erie on March 6, 1938, a son of the late Leo Frank and Frances Wisnewski Doleski.
Jim graduated from Cathedral Preparatory School in 1956 and went on to attend St. Mark’s seminary for two years and then graduated from Gannon College...
Martha Louise Rossetti
Aug 8, 2026
Martha "Marty Lou" Louise Rossetti, 68, of Erie, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully on August 8, 2026, in Fairview, Pennsylvania, surrounded by the love of her family.
Born on August 18, 1957, in Erie, she was the beloved daughter of the late Allison Andrew Dodson Sr. and Martha Jane (Alwens) Dodson.
Marty attended Saint Benedict Academy and graduated from Fairview High School with...
Thomas Heckathorn, Jr.
Aug 8, 2026
Thomas “Tom” Heckathorn, Jr., 58, of Erie, passed away August, 8, 2026.
He was born March 30, 1968, in Youngstown, Ohio. He was the son of the late Thomas Heckathorn, Sr., and the late Leona Kosiorek.
Tom was a 1986 graduate of Warren Western Reserve High School, where he was an exceptional football player. His strength, determination, and competitive spirit were evident...
Melissa Fiolek Carner
Aug 7, 2026
Melissa "Missy" Fiolek Carner, 52, passed away peacefully at her home on Friday, August 7, 2026, with her devoted husband by her side.
Born in Erie on September 17, 1973, she was the beloved daughter of the late Edward Fiolek and Nancy (Rouse) Fiolek.
Melissa found joy in the simple moments of life. She loved decorating her home for every season, creating...
Dr. Thomas R. Miller II
Aug 7, 2026
Dr. Tom R. Miller, II, age 94, of Erie, passed away on Friday August 7, 2026 at home. He was born March 24, 1932 in Syracuse, New York, a son of the late Dr. Thomas Root Miller Sr. and Marian Andrews Miller.
He graduated from Oswego High School and attended the University of Rochester and Syracuse University, graduating with a major...
Theodore M. Hespelein
Aug 6, 2026
Theodore M. Hespelein age 87, of Millcreek, passed away on Thursday, August 6, 2026, with his family by his side.
He was born in Erie on June 13, 1939, a son of the late Theodore A. and Miriam Wilkinson Hespelein.
Ted was a 1957 graduate of Strong Vincent High School. Ted went on to work at Lord Corporation for over 38 years...
Wilbur Eugene "Chip" Hillen, Jr.
Aug 4, 2026
Wilbur Eugene Hillen Jr, better known as “Chip”, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, following a car accident. A beloved husband, dad, papa/pap, brother, brother-in-law, cousin, and friend, he was born in Connellsville, PA on January 20, 1949.
His family moved to Erie in 1963 and he graduated from McDowell High School in 1967. He proudly enlisted in the...
Jeanne Rayda Clemente
Aug 3, 2026
After a brief illness and with family at her side, our matriarch, Jeanne Rayda Clemente, died on the morning of August 3, 2026, at 6:51am.
Born in Erie, Pennsylvania, on February 27, 1938, and raised by her single mother, Mildred (Millie) Moskot, Jeanne grew up with her older brother Edward and twin brother James in a small apartment on 6th and...
Dale William George
Aug 3, 2026
Dale William George, age 74, of Millcreek, passed away on Monday, August 3, 2026, at his residence.
He was born in Cleveland, OH on September 15, 1951, a son of the late Richard and Dorothy Zupancic George.
Dale was a 1970 graduate of McDowell High School and went on to attend Edinboro University.
His career was in international sales.
Dale was an avid reader,...
Myrna Bayless Hart
Aug 3, 2026
Myrna Bayless Hart, 88, of Erie, formerly of Canonsburg and Washington, passed away Monday, August 3, 2026, at Saint Marys at Asbury Ridge of Erie, after a battle with Alzheimer’s. She was born Feb 9, 1938, in Cleveland, Ohio, daughter of the late John and Mildred (Johnson) Bayless.
She is survived by two sons, Robert D. (Linda) Hart of Erie and...
Thomas Patrick Roseberry
Aug 2, 2026
Thomas Patrick Roseberry, age 72, of Erie, was called home on Sunday, August 2, 2026. He was born in Erie, PA on September 8, 1953 son of Thomas William Roseberry and Rosemarie (Carney) Roseberry, both deceased.
He attended East High School and enlisted in the Marine Corps.in 1970. After his time with the Marines, he worked at Prescotech, then lived in...
Charles Lloyd Brown Jr.
Aug 1, 2026
Charles Lloyd Brown Jr., 94 of Millcreek, died peacefully at home, August 1, 2026.
Charles was born in Pittsburgh on February 28, 1932, the son of the late Charles Lloyd and Minnie (Kaufmann) Brown.
He was preceded in death by his wife of 65 years, Patricia, his sister, Marietta Brown Knuth, his daughter, Suzanne, son-in-law John Honecker, and their son, Jake. He...
Robert W. Dzikowski
Jul 31, 2026
Robert W. Dzikowski, of Millcreek, passed away at St. Vincent Hospital on July 31, 2026, after a short illness.
Bob was born in Erie on April 26, 1938, the son of the late William and Sophie (Laskowski) Dzikowski. He attended Holy Trinity Grade School and Tech Memorial High School for three years. He transferred to Academy High School his senior year...
Charles Fuller
Jul 31, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Charles Gregory Fuller, a cherished husband and devoted friend, who left us on July 31, 2026, at the age of 67.
He was born on May 24, 1959, in Erie, Pennsylvania, to the late Bernard and Dorothy (Nichols) Fuller.
After his graduation from Tech Memorial High School, Charles worked at Dominick's...
Kenneth H. Fails, Sr.
Jul 31, 2026
It is with profound sadness and a deep sense of loss that we announce the passing of Kenneth H. Fails Sr., who went to be with the Lord on July 31, 2026, at the age of 77.
He was born on October 22, 1948, in Sewickley, PA, to the late Elmer and Evelyn (Taylor) Fails.
Kenneth lived a life filled with service,...
AraBelle Grace Cubitt
Jul 28, 2026
AraBelle Grace Cubitt age 12, passed away on Tuesday, July 28, 2026, at CHP, leaving a profound void in the hearts of all who knew her.
She was born in Erie on August 15, 2013, the daughter of Brandi Cubitt.
AraBelle was a bright and beautiful soul and the most incredible human being. She brought an irreplaceable light to everyone fortunate enough...
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