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Thomas Gray (Graczyk)
Nov 28, 2023
Thomas Theodore Gray (Graczyk) Jr. ‘Tom’
Thomas Theodore Gray (Graczyk) Jr., age 89, passed away Tuesday, November 28, 2023 at Pleasant Ridge Manor from complications related to Covid-19.
He was born in Erie on June 12, 1934, the son of the late Thomas and Anastasia (Sajewski) Graczyk.
Tom was a 1952 graduate of Cathedral Prep and attended Gannon University participating in the ROTC...
Amy Jo McGill
Nov 28, 2023
Amy Jo McGill, aged 33, passed away peacefully at home in Fairview Pennsylvania on November 28, 2023 following a valiant battle with colon cancer.
She was born in Erie on July 13, 1990, the daughter of Jack and Bonnie McGill.
Amy faced many obstacles throughout her life, diagnosed with cerebral palsy, intellectual disabilities, and epilepsy but she was always strong-willed and resilient....
Robert L. Crowe Sr.
Nov 28, 2023
Robert L. Crowe Sr., age 81, passed away on Tuesday November 28, 2023, at Pleasant Ridge Manor.
He was born in Erie on September 19, 1942, a son to the late George Crowe and Phyllis Bateman Crowe Ennis.
Robert graduated in 1960 from Girard Union High School. He worked as a salesman at RL Crowe Enterprises for over 30 years. He...
Therese Vieira
Nov 26, 2023
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our sister Teri Vieira. Born July 17, 1956, to late Audrey and Jim Vieira, Teri was a graduate of St. Andrews grade school and St. Benedict’s Academy. She began her various career journeys shortly after high school with General Telephone, Buffalo Molded Plastics, then for the former Erie Bearings. ...
Luis Rivas-Diaz
Nov 25, 2023
Luis Rivas-Diaz, age 72, of Erie passed away November 25, 2023. He was born August 6, 1951 in Patillas, Puerto Rico to the late Gregorio Rivas and Asuncion Diaz.
Luis enjoyed playing dominos and spending time with his grandkids and friends. He will be dearly missed by all.
In addition to his parents, Luis is preceded in death by his...
Ruth Sheasley
Nov 24, 2023
Ruth Allen Sheasley of Erie, PA went to be with the Lord on Friday, November 24th. Her passing was peaceful after a short stay with LECOM Presque Isle Rehabilitation Visiting Nurses Hospice Care. She was proceeded in death by her husband of 67 years C. Lewis. She is survived by her sons Allen E. and J. Richard Sheasley, several nieces,...
Michael W. Boothe
Nov 23, 2023
Michael W. Boothe (Joe) age 59 of Girard, passed early morning on November 23, 2023, at his home following a battle with cancer.
He was born in Orange County, FL on May 29, 1964, a son of the late Ralph and Orletta Anderson Boothe.
A graduate of Big Creek High School in War, West Virigina, he then went on to service his...
Dennis L. Horne, Sr.
Nov 22, 2023
Dennis L. Horne Sr., age 79, of Erie, passed away Wednesday, November 22, 2023 peacefully at home, surrounded by family. He was born in Quitman, MS, February 29, 1944, the son of the late Perkins Horne and Lucille Nicholson Horne. Dennis was a proud member of the US Army, where he received a National Defense Service Medal Expert (Rifle). He...
Brendan Todd Fiolek
Nov 21, 2023
Brendan Todd Fiolek passed away unexpectedly at the age of 25 on Tuesday, November 21, 2023.
He was born on April 8, 1998, in Erie, to Todd McChesney and Melissa Fiolek.
Brendan attended Girard High School where he played football and wrestled. He had most recently worked as a machine operator at EMSCO. Brendan was a hard worker and liked...
Mark Gunns
Nov 21, 2023
Mark Stephen Gunns, age 61, of Erie, Pa. passed away on Tuesday, November 21, 2023, with his loving wife Andrea, at his side.
Mark’s sense of humor, kind heart, peace sign and fun nature was enjoyed by all and will be immeasurably missed. The Cowboys have lost one of their greatest fans! Mark lived as a son, brother, husband, father, grandfather,...
Rev. Barbara J. Minter
Nov 20, 2023
Reverend Barbara J. Chomas Minter age 88, of Erie and formerly Virginia, passed away on Monday, November 20, 2023 at UPMC Hamot.
She was born in Elizabeth, PA on August 27, 1935, a daughter of the late Reverend Joseph and Bertha Kadar Chomas.
Barbara graduated from the University Of Pittsburgh School Of Pharmacy and was one of only 7 women in the...
Aaron Leon Evans
Nov 19, 2023
Aaron Leon Evans, age 44, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, November 19, 2023, at his residence.
He was born on August 17, 1979, in Erie, to Marshall and Bridget (Parker) Evans.
Aaron graduated from Central High School. He loved watching football, his favorite team being the Pittsburgh Steelers. Aaron enjoyed drawing and customizing cars.
He is preceded in death by his paternal grandparents,...
Marjorie Ramsdell
Nov 18, 2023
Marjorie Ramsdell, age 68, of Erie, passed away Saturday, November 18, 2023 at Encompass Health. She was born in Erie, December 12, 1954 to the late Harry and Ruth Ramsdell. Marjorie graduated from North East High School, class of 1972, and attended Fredonia University and Penn State University.
She worked for General Electric for many years. Marjorie loved baseball, she was...
James Loll, Sr.
Nov 17, 2023
James Raymond Loll Sr., age 71, of Lake City, passed away on Friday, November 17, 2023, at Allegheny General Hospital, where he was surrounded by his loving family.
He was born in Erie, PA on September 7, 1952, a son of the late Robert and Elizabeth Yonko Loll.
James graduated from Tech Memorial and went on to serve in the United States...
John Brocious
Nov 15, 2023
John Brocious, 69, of Warren and formerly of Erie, PA, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Wednesday, November 15, 2023.
John was born on November 15, 1954 in Erie, PA, a son of Donald and Carol (Wickles) Brocious.
John was a 1972 graduate of McDowell High School in Erie and began work immediately following high school at ECON Steel (Erie Concrete...
Ronald R. Wells
Nov 15, 2023
Ronald R. Wells, age 72, of Erie, passed away Wednesday, November 15, 2023 at St. Vincent Hospital, surrounded by family.
He was born in Erie on December 20, 1950, a son to the late Howard Wells and Virginia Woods.
Ron attended McDowell High School and worked as a Quality Control Inspector for many years, traveling to many places including South Korea, Ghana,...
Oliver Bennett
Nov 15, 2023
Oliver Daniel Bennett age 5 months, passed away on Wednesday, November 15, 2023 at 7:15 pm at Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh.
He was born in Erie on May 25, 2023 the son of Brandon Bennett and Megan Angerer.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents Robert Daniel Angerer jr, and Tracy Shadle.
He is survived by his loving family being known as...
Freida Pulliam-Ronzetti
Nov 14, 2023
Freida Pulliam-Ronzetti, age 67, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, November 14, 2023, at UPMC Hamot Hospital.
She was born on September 14, 1956, in Erie, to Rosetta Weems Pulliam and the late Jimmie Lee Pulliam.
Freida graduated from Tech Memorial High School. Her friends and family were very important to her. She enjoyed cooking for them and showing her love by giving...
James Salmon, M.D., FACS
Nov 13, 2023
Reverend Doctor James (“Jim”) Henry Salmon, M.D., FACS, age 91 of Erie, PA went to be with the Lord on November 13, 2023. Jim had pancreatic cancer and died peacefully in his sleep at home after being lovingly tucked into bed by his family. He was born on February 25, 1932 in Centerville, PA, son of the late Ray J....
Artis Ray Simmons, Sr.
Nov 12, 2023
Artis Ray Simmons, Sr., age 87, of Erie, passed away Sunday, November 12, 2023 at Fairview Manor, surrounded by his family. He was born in Laurel, MS on November 3, 1936; the son of the late Dennis and Blossie Simmons-Smith. He accepted Jesus Christ and was baptized at an early age. In his latter years he studied the Bible more,...
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