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John Thomas Heinlein
Nov 10, 2026
John Thomas “Tom” Heinlein, age 84 of Fairview, passed away on Tuesday, November 10, 2026, at UPMC Hamot.
He was born in Erie on April 1, 1942, a son of the late Tighe and Margaret Weis Heinlein.
Tom attended McDowell High School and worked for Copes Vulcan from where he retired. He was a member of First Alliance Church. He enjoyed horseback...
Ryan Patrick Hain
Nov 8, 2026
Ryan Patrick Hain, age 45, of Millcreek, passed away Sunday, November 8, 2026, after a long and difficult struggle with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS). He was born in Erie, Pennsylvania, on January 4, 1981, a son of the late Jeremiah Patrick and Sharron Carroll Hain.
Ryan attended Sacred Heart Elementary School, Cathedral Preparatory School, Coconino High School in Flagstaff, Arizona, and...
Joseph Bell
Nov 8, 2026
Joe Bell, 87, of Millcreek Pennsylvania, died peacefully at Saint Vincent Hospital on Sunday, November 8, 2026.
He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend whose life was defined by his love of family, his many talents, and his willingness to share his time and knowledge with others.
A proud United States Air Force veteran, Joe also dedicated 35 years of...
Bonnie "Bing" Lou Dean
Nov 8, 2026
Bonnie “Bing” Dean age 66, of Millcreek, passed away on Sunday, November 8, 2026 at her residence.
She was born in Erie on February 19, 1960, a daughter of Carolyn McKee Dean and the late Roy Ralph Dean.
Bonnie had an amazing skull collection and loved horror movies and murder mysteries. She enjoyed attending medieval festivals and watching cartoons, especially Sponge Bob....
Kathie Jane Walter
Nov 8, 2026
Kathie Jane Walter, age 81, of Girard, passed away on Sunday November 8, 2026, at AHN Saint Vincent Hospital.
She was born on July 5, 1945, in Erie, PA, the daughter of the late Harold and Catherine McCleary Smith.
Kathie was a 1963 graduate of McDowell High School. She was a flight instructor/charter pilot for eight years. She served in the United...
Daniel Edward Wingerter, Jr.
Nov 7, 2026
Daniel Edward Wingerter, Jr. of Wattsburg, PA age 64, died peacefully at home surrounded by family and friends November 7, 2026, seven years after diagnosis with ALS. Born in Erie on March 24, 1962, Dan Jr. was the son of self-made entrepreneur and jack of all trades Dan Sr. who lost his father at age five and became Super Dad...
Anita J. Cuthbert
Nov 7, 2026
Anita J. Cuthbert, age 84, of Erie passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 7, 2026 in Chagrin Falls, OH.
She was born in Erie on August 3, 1942, the daughter of the late Perry and Viola (Evans) Gavriloff. Anita was a member of the Russian Orthodox Old Believers Church of the Holy Trinity and worked for many years at St. Vincent...
Louis Michael Benko
Nov 5, 2026
Louis Michael Benko, 77, passed away peacefully on November 5, 2026, at home in the presence of the wife he loved. He was born on July 16, 1949, in Pittsburgh, the eldest son of Louis S. and Barbara (Paranay) Benko.
Lou grew up in the Greenfield neighborhood of the Steel City enjoying a variety of sports while honing his athletic skills...
Paul "Pete" Silva
Nov 5, 2026
Paul “Pete” Silva age 74 of Fairview, passed away at his home after an extended illness on Thursday, November 5, 2026.
He immigrated here from Mexico at an early age and found his love of horse racing. He was a race horse trainer in Pennsylvania, Ohio, and West Virginia for over 40 years. He had a love of the outdoors and...
Charles K. Thor
Nov 4, 2026
Charles K. Thor (Chuck), age 82, of Erie, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family on Wednesday, November 4, 2026, at UPMC Hamot Hospital. He was born in Erie, PA on April 28, 1944, a son of the late Arnold Thor and Barbara Kimmel.
Chuck attended Technical Memorial High School. In his younger years, he served proudly in the United States Army....
Marshall A. Carner
Nov 4, 2026
Marshall A. Carner, age 85 of Fairview, went to be with his Lord on Wednesday, November 4, 2026, at St. Vincent Health Center.
He was born in Erie on December 17, 1940, a son of the late Darwin F. “Pop” and Carolyn “Muzzie” Stockwell Carner.
Marshall graduated from McDowell High School, where he also played in the band, served our country in...
Jennifer Richardson
Nov 2, 2026
Jennifer L. Richardson, age 50, of Waterford, Pennsylvania, passed away unexpectedly at her residence on November 2, 2026.
She was born on June 4, 1976, in Erie, Pennsylvania, to the late William J. and Sharon (Potter) Hiles.
She was a graduate of Fort LeBoeuf High School, where she was active in volleyball and softball and into her adult life by playing in...
Richard K. Pulling
Nov 2, 2026
Richard K. Pulling age 93 of Fairview, passed away on Monday November 2, 2026 at AHN St. Vincent. He was born in Armstrong County, PA on May 12, 1933 to the late Kenneth C. and Eileen O. Martin Pulling.
Richard graduated from North East High School where he played basketball and football. He then earned a degree from Westminster College, where...
Beatrice Leemhuis
Oct 31, 2026
Beatrice Leemhuis died on October 31, 2026, at the age of 98. She was born on November 17, 1927, in Gordon, Pennsylvania, the only child of George and Alma Kaufman.
She graduated from John Bartram High School in Philadelphia and received degrees from Pennsylvania State University, Villa Maria College, and Edinboro University. She taught kindergarten and second grade in the Millcreek...
Ruth Ellen Quinlan
Oct 31, 2026
Ruth Ellen Quinlan, 74, of Erie, passed away peacefully Saturday, October 31st, 2026, at her residence. She was born August 12, 1952, in Erie, a daughter of the late John and Marie (Eagan) Dauer.
Graduate of Mercyhurst Preparatory School and Chief Chocolatier at Derby Candies responsible for Erie’s Best Sponge Candy. Aside from being known as the family’s forever party host,...
Harjinder Singh Sabherwal
Oct 30, 2026
Harjinder Singh Sabherwal, 95, passed away peacefully at his home on Friday, October 30, 2026. He was born in New Delhi, India, one of eight siblings in a loving vibrant family.
With a thirst for adventure and a drive to always strive for more, Harjinder came to the United States in 1970, eventually making his home in Erie, Pennsylvania. Like many...
Mary Theresa Fette
Oct 30, 2026
Mary Theresa Fette of Erie, age 88, passed away on Friday October 30, 2026 at Forestview Nursing Home.
She was born on December 29, 1937 to the late Fritz and Coletta Dechant Vetter.
Mary was a graduate of Villa Maria Academy in Erie. She attended and graduated from Seton Hill University, Middlebury College, and the University of Mexico, earning advanced degrees in...
Daryl Laufenberg
Oct 30, 2026
Daryl Laufenberg, 71, passed away on Friday, October 30, 2026 in his Millcreek home, peacefully, with his family by his side.
Daryl was born January 30, 1955 to the late Norman and Shirley Laufenberg of Millcreek.
Daryl graduated from McDowell High School in 1973 and worked in quality assurance for many years, retiring as quality manager from Polymer Molding in 2018. He...
Dennis J. Carne
Oct 30, 2026
Dennis J. Carne, age 75, of Erie, passed away on Friday, October 30, 2026, at Saint Vincent Hospital. He was born in Erie on May 23, 1951, a son of the late Emory M. and Mary Lois (Larson) Carne.
Dennis graduated from Strong Vincent High School and went on to proudly serve his country in the United States Marine Corps.
Following his...
Helen Jane Moffett
Oct 29, 2026
Helen Jane Moffett, age 94, of Erie, passed away on October 29, 2026 at UPMC Hamot.
She was born in Erie on September 10, 1932, the daughter of Silas and Anna Jane (Ross) Moffett.
She is survived by a sister Ava Moffett and several nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by brothers, Julius "J.C.", Edward, Chester, Silas "Bug" Moffett and Joe...
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