Phillip E. Szuba

Phillip E. Szuba, age 60, of Erie, passed away on Saturday April 18, 2026 after an extended illness. He was born in Erie on June 26, 1965, a son of Ronald J. Szuba and the late Ruth Ann Shannon Szuba.

Phillip grew up in Erie and served in the Marines after attending Central Tech High School. He made a name for himself as a self-employed contractor, working on various projects throughout the area. A lover of the great outdoors, he found joy in hunting and fishing, often accompanied by his loyal dog, Miles. Those who knew him could attest to his heart of gold and his fierce protectiveness over his family in his principled ways.

In addition to his father, he is survived by his son Chris Sahovey; step children: Tyler (Megan) Mysnyk, Nicole Ortiz and Tracy Orsini; as well as 5 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. He is further survived by his four sisters: Terry (Michael) Baumann, Jennifer (Paul) Chamberlin, Ruthie (Robert) Smerick, Michelle (Hung) Pham; as well as several nieces and nephews.

Services are private.