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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...
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...
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,...
Maureen Katherine Hughes
Jul 24, 2026
Maureen Katherine Hughes of Erie, 89, passed away on Friday, July 24, 2026, following a brief illness. She was born on October 25, 1936, to Charles and Bea O'Shaughnessy. Her parents arrived separately from Ireland in the early 20th century, so her heritage was a focal point throughout her life.
After attending Villa Maria Academy, she graduated from Villa Maria College...
Terry L. Appleton
Jul 22, 2026
Terry L. Appleton, age 65, of Erie, passed away on Wednesday July 22, 2026 at home, surrounded by family. He was born on November 1, 1960, a son of Ruth Hershberger Rhoads.
Terry was a truck driver for Ryerson Trucking. He enjoyed the outdoors, whether camping, fishing, 4 wheeling or canoeing. He loved to spend time with family and friends.
In addition...
John Mysnyk
Jul 21, 2026
John P. Mysnyk, age 65, passed away on July 21, 2026, at St. Vincent Hospital surrounded by his loving children.
He was born on November 29, 1960, in Erie, Pennsylvania, to the late James E. and Sonja (Burnett) Mysnyk Sr.
John had a deep love for his dogs—Max, Jenna Rose, and his “crazy” Cookie—who brought him constant companionship. He also enjoyed watching...
Roger L. Ellis
Jul 21, 2026
Roger L. Ellis, age 77, of Fairview, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday July 21, 2026. He was born in North Tonawanda, NY on July 10, 1949, a son of the late Florence Hall.
He graduated from Ft. LeBeouf High School in 1968 and served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. Upon return, he worked at GAF Manufacturing...
Brenda Joyce Garloch
Jul 21, 2026
Brenda Joyce (Hess) Garloch of Erie, PA passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Tuesday, July 21, 2026 after a brief battle with cancer. Brenda was born on October 26, 1942, the second of ten children, to Boyd Hess, Sr. and his wife Vera (Patterson).
Brenda graduated in 1960, a member of the first graduating class of General McClane High...
John A. Ahlquist
Jul 21, 2026
John A. Ahlquist, 87, of Erie, passed away peacefully Tuesday, July 21st, 2026, at Forestview Senior Living, surrounded by family.
He was born on June 26, 1939, in Warren, PA, the son of the late Theodore and Lyndell (Isackson) Ahlquist.
John was a 1957 graduate of Youngsville High School and a 1984 graduate of Gannon University with an Associate’s Degree in Accounting....
Judith "Judy" D. Mileski Ball DiFuccia Tymchyn
Jul 20, 2026
Judith (Judy) D. Mileski Ball DiFuccia Tymchyn age 86, of Erie, passed away on Monday, July 20, 2026, at her residence.
She was born in Erie on January 22, 1940, a daughter of the late Richard A. and Geraldine (Evans) Mileski.
Judy was a 1957 graduate of Villa Maria Academy.
She worked at Robinson Insurance in the policy writing department, Secretary to the...
Gregory Boyce
Jul 20, 2026
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Gregory J. Boyce, a beloved husband, father, and grandfather, who passed away on July 20, 2026, at the age of 65, at his home surrounded by his loving family.
He was born on September 14, 1960, in Erie, Pennsylvania, to the late Donald and Mary Susan (Stephens) Boyce.
Greg was a...
Steve Gavin
Jul 17, 2026
Steve Gavin, 78, of Erie, Pennsylvania, passed away on July 17, 2026. He was born on December 26, 1947, in Joliet, IL, to the late Archie and Bennie Mae Gavin.
Steve came from Bay Springs, Mississippi, to Erie, PA with his wife Mary and two stepdaughters. He worked at Presque Isle Plating for many years and was an excellent handyman who...
Paul Leo Shopene
Jul 17, 2026
Paul Leo Shopene, 89, of Erie, PA passed away on July 17, 2026, at UPMC Hamot surrounded by his family. He was born on August 25, 1936, to the late Warren and Nora (Double) Shopene in Kane, PA.
In the late 1930s, Paul moved to Erie, PA with his family, leaving the forest of Sackett, PA behind, but opening up a...
Sally Range
Jul 16, 2026
Sally A. Range, age 91, of Millcreek, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 16, 2026, at Manchester Commons.
She was born in Erie on August 18, 1934, the daughter of the late Gilbert and Rowena Loeffel Ludwig.
Sally was a graduate of Millcreek High School, Class of 1955. She went on to work as a medical assistant and later was co-owner, with...
Eugene "Gene" Grabski
Jul 14, 2026
Eugene “Gene” Grabski, age 85 of Erie, passed away on Tuesday July 14, 2026 at Manchester Commons. He was born in Buffalo, NY on November 7, 1940, a son of the late Sigmund and Irene Sikora Grabski.
Gene graduated from Penn Hills High School in Buffalo and earned an Associate Degree from Penn State Behrend. He served 4 years on active...
Brian Paul O'Connell, Sr.
Jul 13, 2026
Brian Paul O’Connell (Sr) (65), born October 5, 1960, passed away on July 13, 2026, while battling an aggressive leukemia. Brian was a son of the late Stephen and Mary O’Connell. He is survived by his three sons - Brian O’Connell (Jr) (Eva Del Prince), Sean O’Connell, and Jeffrey O’Connell. He is also survived by his three brothers - Scott...
Marie Elizabeth DiTullio
Jul 12, 2026
Marie Elizabeth DiTullio, age 103, of Erie passed away Sunday, July 12, 2026, peacefully at home. She was born May 16, 1923 on 17th street in Erie’s Little Italy at a time when it wasn’t necessary to lock your doors. In recent times, she often talked about walking back home. She was the daughter of the late Frank and Margaret...
William David Young
Jul 11, 2026
William David Young was born to William Henry Young, Jr., and Dora Mae (Mills) on August 8, 1956 in Winchester, Kentucky. He was affectionately known as Bill in his professional life and David by his family and friends. As part of a military family, David’s early years were spent in Athens Greece, Sacramento, California, and Fort Walton Beach, Florida. David’s...
Arlene F. Winkler
Jul 11, 2026
Arlene F. Winkler, 73, of Erie, Passed away on Saturday, July 11, 2026, at Pittsburgh Presbyterian Hospital.
She was born on February 13, 1953, the daughter of the late William H. Karash and Eleanor Reis
She worked at the Veterans Affairs Medical Center in the housekeeping department for several years and had also worked in the East High School Cafeteria for several...
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