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Charles L. Graham
Mar 18, 2026
Charles L. Graham, age 71, of Erie, PA, passed on to the other side on March 18 at his home, surrounded by his loving family, after a courageous battle with Merkel Cell Carcinoma.
Born in North Tonawanda, NY, his family relocated to the Erie area in his early childhood. They were a music-loving family who often gathered around the piano to...
Harald Aamodt
Mar 17, 2026
Harald Aamodt (né Olsen), 79, passed away on March 17, 2026, in Corry, Pennsylvania from cancer. He was a long-time resident of Erie having relocated there from Germany for his job in 1989 bringing his wife and two children. His profession in sales led to his working for Cummins, GE, Argo International, Erie Aviation Inc., and Logistics Plus.
Born on April...
Marilyn Elizabeth Wilson Chase
Mar 17, 2026
Marilyn Elizabeth Wilson Chase, age 82, of Fairview, died peacefully on March 17, 2026.
She was born in St. Catherines, Ontario, Canada on August 31, 1943, daughter of the late Donald and Betty Casson Wilson.
Marilyn was a 1960 graduate of St. Vincent High School and attended Villa Maria College and Penn State Behrend. She was the original owner of Mainly Country...
Judith A. Shaffer
Mar 15, 2026
Judith A. Shaffer, 84, of Erie, passed away peacefully Sunday, March 15th, 2026, at her home.
She was born August 18th, 1941, in West Decator, PA, a daughter of the late Jack Collins Baer and Betty (Bock) Baer.
Judy was a longtime member of Glenwood United Methodist Church and The Zukor Club. She enjoyed bowling, going to dinner with her girls from...
Christine Miller
Mar 14, 2026
Christine Snarski Miller passed away peacefully on March 14, 2026, surrounded by her family.
She was born 1949 in Erie, PA, to Joe and Jane Snarski, who preceded her in death, along with her brother, Jeff Snarski (Robin).
After graduating from McDowell High School with the Class of 1967, she attended Jamestown Business College and worked many years at Lord Corporation before...
Blane K. Dessy
Mar 14, 2026
Blane Dessy, 74, well-read and well-loved, entered into the great archive of the universe on the morning of March 14, 2026. Genetically predisposed on his mother’s side to safeguard the English language, Blane lived the lifestyle of a librarian—organized, efficient, and unafraid of curating the voices and art surrounding him. He loved lists and stayed current on everything pop culture...
Shelia Kay Walker
Mar 13, 2026
Shelia Kay Walker age 63, passed away surrounded by loved ones after a long courageous battle with cancer.
She loved to spend time with family and friends!
She was born and raised in Montgomery, WV.
She was preceded in death by her late husband, James Voorhies, Jr.; her parents, George and Katherine Sue Walker; two brothers, George Walker, Jr. and Carl Walker; 2...
Richard C. Eisert, Jr.
Mar 13, 2026
Richard C. Eisert Jr. (Rick) was a beloved father, husband, brother, uncle, friend, and grandfather, lovingly referred to as “Grumpy” for his one-of-a-kind personality. Rick passed away at home on March 13, 2026. He was 70 years old.
Rick loved spending time with his family, listening to music, being on his computer, and playing video games with his granddaughters when they...
Hugh Hillhouse
Mar 11, 2026
Hugh Hillhouse, 81, passed away Wednesday, March 11, 2026 at UPMC Hamot, surrounded by his loving family.
He was born February 2, 1945 in Millcreek, a son of the late William and Mary (Wood) Hillhouse. Hugh graduated from McDowell High School , served in the US Army and attended EIT Electrical Training. He then worked for and retired from the Erie...
Kim Hollinger
Mar 11, 2026
Kim Hollinger, 71, of Erie, passed away Wednesday, March 11th, 2026, at her home.
She was born September 17, 1954, in Pittsburgh, PA, the daughter of the late John and Virginia (Dillon) Bulko.
Kim graduated from Strong Vincent High School. She enjoyed watching movies, anything to do with history, and reading history books and mystery novels. She especially cherished raising and spending...
Mary Margaret Dill Allen
Mar 11, 2026
Mary Margaret Dill Allen, 87, passed away peacefully on March 11, 2026, in Erie, Pennsylvania. Born on November 10, 1938, she was the cherished daughter of the late Joseph and Margaret Hathaway Dill.
Mary received her education at St. Patrick Catholic School and Villa Maria High School. She began her career at American Sterilizer Company, where she met the love of...
Carol Baughman
Mar 10, 2026
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Carol Baughman, age 87, who departed this world on March 10, 2026, at her loving daughter's home in Gainesville, Florida.
She was born on May 11, 1938, in Erie, PA to the late Earl Adelbert and Sadie Vee Raymond.
Carol was an avid bingo player, loved assembling puzzles and reading Amish...
James Barninger
Mar 9, 2026
James T. Barninger, beloved and devoted husband, father and grandfather, passed away on March 9, 2026 at the age of 72, following a brief illness.
James led a life abundant with love, joy, hard work and adventure.
He was born on March 21, 1953, in Erie, Pennsylvania, to the late Vernon and Maxine (nee Massing) Barninger. He was a graduate of Academy...
James F. McNally
Mar 7, 2026
"Well Smith, it's time to start thinking about packing up", mom would say as we wound down our many family adventures.
James F. McNally, affectionately known as Smith, packed it up one last time on March 7,2026. His adventure on Earth ended peacefully, surrounded by his loved ones.
James was born on November 29, 1946 and raised in Lowell, MA and was...
Todd M. Sutton
Mar 6, 2026
Todd M. Sutton, age 49, of Erie, passed away on Friday March 6, 2026.
He was born in Corry, PA on March 12, 1976, a son of Robert Sutton and the late Karen Fuller.
Todd achieved his lifelong dream of being a business owner when he and his wife were blessed with the opportunity to take over Art’s Bakery recently. He was...
Karen Ann Loster
Mar 6, 2026
Karen Ann Spragins Loster, age 82, passed away on March 6, 2026, at her home with her husband by her side holding her hand. He sang 'I Love You, A Bushel and a Peck' to her one last time while her favorite show, Dick Van Dyke, played in the background.
She is the daughter of the late John Harris Spragins and...
Lucretia Warren
Mar 6, 2026
Lucretia Brinker-Warren was born September 4, 1944, in Atlanta, Chickasaw County, Mississippi to the late W.A. (Tom) and Mary Lou Chandler-Brinker.
Lucretia left this life peacefully on Friday, March 6th in her home surrounded by her loved ones.
After graduating from Calhoun County High School, she made Erie, PA her home and worked tirelessly at various jobs including The Boston Store, St....
Susan Marie Kindle
Mar 4, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Susan Marie Kindle, age 57, who left us on March 4, 2026.
She was born on August 7, 1968, in Ridgway, Pennsylvania, to the late Andrew and Mary (Anderson) Santaniello.
Susan's life was marked by love, laughter, and a vibrant spirit. Residing in McKean, PA, Susan was a beloved wife, devoted...
Margaret V. Thomas
Mar 4, 2026
Margaret V. (Petty) Thomas, affectionately known as ”Pumpkin”, 81, took her rest on Wednesday, March 4, 2026.
She was born in Fayette, Alabama on November 28, 1944, to Joseph and Sue Petty. Margaret moved to Erie, Pennsylvania when she was 18 and remained there as she built her legacy.
Margaret worked at Foam Fabricators in Fairview, Pennsylvania for over 30 years until...
Melissa Galbraith
Mar 4, 2026
Melissa Galbraith, 56, of Erie, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 4, 2026, at Walnut Creek Healthcare and Rehabilitation, with her husband by her side.
She was born on January 28th, 1970, in Erie, a daughter to the late Patricia and David (Howell) Vehec, and Roman Pantoja.
Melissa graduated from Strong Vincent High School. She enjoyed playing bingo, scratch off tickets, going...
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