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Ruth Alma Johnson
Jun 3, 2025
Ruth Alma Johnson was born in Erie, Pennsylvania on January 31, 1926, to C. Lenus Johnson and Agnes (Johnson) Johnson. She died in Northbrook, Illinois on June 3, 2025.
Ruth graduated from Academy High School in 1943. She then entered Hamot Hospital School of Nursing and graduated in 1946. Ruth worked at Hamot Hospital for many years and retired from the...
David Taylor
Jun 3, 2025
David Taylor, age 79, of Lake City passed away unexpectedly, Tuesday June 3, 2025, at UPMC Hamot.
He was born in Erie on June 27, 1945, a son of the late Howard and Bernice Zuck Taylor.
David attended McDowell High School and went on to serve in the United States Navy for four years. During that time, he met his wife-to-be, Dimple...
Joseph D. Cifelli
Jun 2, 2025
Joseph D. Cifelli, age 91, passed away on Monday, June 2, 2025, at Pleasant Ridge Manor.
He was born in Erie on August 6, 1933, son of the late Nicholas and Mary Guranio Cifelli.
He served in the United States Navy during the Korean Conflict and went on to work at the Red Barn Restaurant.
Joseph was a member of The First Assembly...
James G. Hawes
Jun 2, 2025
James G. Hawes, age 69, of Erie, passed away Monday, June 2, 2025. He was born in Erie, September 5, 1955, to the late James E. and Phyllis J. Hawes.
Jimmy graduated from Fairview High School, class of 1974, and attended Mercyhurst College. He was an extremely talented artist and cabinet maker who took his crafts very seriously. He once moved...
Carol Ann Wilkins Bruno
Jun 1, 2025
Carol Ann Wilkins Bruno, a beloved aunt, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully at LECOM hospice, on Sunday, June 1, 2025 at the age of 76.
She was born on December 14, 1948, in Erie, PA, to Cameron Bruce Wilkins and Betty Jane (Zwilling) Wilkins Eaton.
Carol was a 1966 graduate of McDowell High School. She took pride in being a Majorette....
Janis Durr
May 31, 2025
Janis Durr was born on September 30, 1951 in Erie, PA, the second of six children born to Gwendolyn Lamar Durr and Zachariah Durr. From the start, Janis was a quiet force wise, kind, and deeply thoughtful. She had a sharp mind, creative soul, and a heart that saw and cared for everyone, especially those most in need of love...
Timothy Paul Simpson
May 31, 2025
Timothy Paul Simpson, age 67, passed away Saturday May 31, 2025, at Brighton Rehabilitation in Beaver, PA following an extended illness.
He was born in Erie on August 13, 1957, a son of Paul E. Simpson and the late Laura Jean Estok Simpson.
Tim attended Fairview High School and went on to serve in the United States Army.
He loved hunting and fishing.
He...
Mary Lou Reslink Patton Neithamer
May 30, 2025
Mary Lou Reslink Patton Neithamer, age 83, passed away on May 30, 2025, surrounded by loved ones. Mary Lou was born on October 20, 1941, in Erie, Pennsylvania, where she lived a full and vibrant life dedicated to her family, her faith, and her community. She graduated from Strong Vincent High School and Grove City College, where she was a...
Joann Munch
May 30, 2025
Joann Mangini Munch, age 92, of Fairview, passed away on Friday, May 30, 2025, at UPMC Hamot.
She was born in Erie on April 12, 1933, a daughter of the late Anthony and Josephine Alfier Mangini.
She graduated from Villa Maria High School in 1952. Joann and her husband Bill started and were co-owners and operators of Munch Fisheries in Fairview for...
Joan Judson Cotter
May 29, 2025
Joan Judson Cotter, age 91, passed away peacefully in her home on Thursday, May 29, 2025. She was born on August 27, 1933, daughter of the late Marian Colby Judson and Wesley Michael Judson of Erie. She was a lifelong resident of Erie and a winter resident of Sanibel Island, FL. She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church...
William Ernest Craft
May 29, 2025
William Ernest Craft, age 63 of Greene Township, passed away unexpectedly on May 29th, 2025 at UPMC Hamot hospital surrounded by family. He was born December 18, 1961, the youngest of six children to the late John H. Sr. and Dorothy Benson Craft.
A lifelong resident of Greene Township, Bill graduated from Seneca High School in 1979. He went on to...
Marjorie Ann Fries
May 28, 2025
Marjorie Ann SanFelice Fries, age 74, passed away on Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at UMPC Presbyterian in Pittsburgh. She was born in Meadville on January 24, 1951 to the late Thomas SanFelice and Barbara Baker SanFelice Wildermuth.
Marjorie graduated from Strong Vincent high school. She worked as a receptionist for Erie Industrial Trucks. She was a former member of the Siebenbuerger...
Pastor Emeritus Willie A. Harris
May 27, 2025
Pastor Emeritus Willie A. Harris, a faithful servant of the Lord and beloved community leader, peacefully entered his eternal rest on Tuesday, May 27, 2025, at the age of 90 years and 6 months. Surrounded by his loving family, he transitioned from this life with the same grace, strength, and unwavering faith that defined his journey.
Born on November 20, 1934,...
John J. Weisenbach
May 27, 2025
John J. Weisenbach, age 85, passed away, Tuesday, May 27th, 2025, at Twinbrook Health and Rehabilitation Center.
He was born in Erie, on July 24th, 1939, the son of the late Elmer J. and Zora Schwartz Weisenbach.
John graduated from McDowell High School, Class of 1958, and Gannon University with a 4-year degree in Spanish. He enjoyed studying foreign languages and visiting...
Mary A. Norland
May 26, 2025
Mary A. Bendig Norland, age 81, of Erie, passed away Monday, May 26, 2025 at UPMC Hamot Hospital. She was born in Wesleyville, PA on May 12, 1944, a daughter of the late Clarence and Katherine Behringer Bendig.
Mary graduated from Tech Memorial High School and was employed in various secretarial positions for several companies including Atkinson Refractory & Superior Bronze....
Scott H. Wilson
May 25, 2025
Scott H. Wilson, age 73, of Cranesville, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, May 25, 2025, at his residence.
He was born in Erie, on January 5, 1952, a son of the late Charles A. and Mrytle Auer Wilson.
Scotty was a 1972 graduate of Northwestern High School in Albion and had worked as a heavy equipment operator for Network Company and Nelson...
Justin G. Wood
May 25, 2025
Justin G. Wood, age 40, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, May 25, 2025, from natural causes. Born on April 28, 1985, in Erie, he was the beloved son of the late John (Jack) and Roberta (Bobbie) Foster Wood.
Justin was a 2004 graduate of Villa Maria Academy. He worked for many years at Allburn Florist, where he was known for his...
Richard Lee Ireland
May 24, 2025
Richard Lee Ireland, age 68, of Lake City, passed away unexpectedly Saturday, May 24, 2025, at his home.
He was born on February 1, 1957, a son of the late Tilman and Phyllis Neal Ireland.
Richard attended McDowell High School. He worked as a Silk Screen Printer at Custom Plastic Specialty. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and cooking. He loved being with his...
Frederick K. Huttel, Jr.
May 24, 2025
Frederick K. Huttel, Jr., age 70, of Erie passed away Saturday, May 24, 2025 at UPMC Hamot. He was born August 8, 1954 in Erie the son of the late Frederick and Hilda (Fabian) Huttel, Sr.
A lifelong resident of Erie, Frederick had worked as a driver for Modern Industries and was a longtime member of Belle Valley Volunteer Fire Department....
James E. Birkmire
May 22, 2025
James E. Birkmire, 72, of McKean, passed away on Thursday, May 22, 2025, at Millcreek Community Hospital. He was born in Erie on May 19, 1953, to the late Thomas J. and Virginia M. Fuher Birkmire.
Over the years, James enjoyed a fulfilling career as a truck driver, working with his brothers at Birkmire Trucking and Crystal Lakes Trucking, as well...
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