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Local Obituaries for Erie, Girard, Erie County, Pennsylvania  & Surrounding Areas

Gloria S. Wallen

Gloria S. Wallen

Feb 12, 2025

Gloria S. Wallen, age 96 passed away on Wednesday February 12, 2025 at UPMC Hamot.

She was born in Franklin, PA on June 19, 1928, a daughter of the late Harry and Rose Ferrari Solle.

Gloria was a Title Clerk for several automobile dealerships including Ben Fresch Volkswagen, the Studebaker dealership, Harris Ford and most recently Gary Miller’s where she worked for...

Daniel S. Dessauer

Daniel S. Dessauer

Feb 11, 2025

Daniel S. Dessauer passed away Tuesday February 11, 2025 in Cambridgeshire, England following a motor vehicle accident. Daniel and his wife Jessica were currently on deployment and have been living in the village of Haddenham, Cambridgeshire, England for the last 2 years. 

As an Army veteran Daniel received a multitude of medals and awards for his service: Army Commendation Medal/Army Achievement...

Frederick E. Webber

Frederick E. Webber

Feb 11, 2025

Frederick E. Webber, age 84, of East Springfield passed away Tuesday February 11, 2025, at the VA Medical Center in Erie.

He was born in Erie on December 16, 1940, a son of the late Ellsworth A. Webber I and Ruth Erdman Webber Olmstead.

Fred attended West Springfield High School and went on to serve in the United States Army Eighty Second...

Jeffrey P. Kraus

Jeffrey P. Kraus

Feb 11, 2025

Jeffrey P. Kraus, 61, of Erie, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, February 11th, 2025, at his residence.

He was born in Erie on October 6th, 1963, a loving son to Marilyn Way Kraus and the late Paul B. Kraus.

Jeff graduated from Fairview High School, class of 1981. He went on to receive a bachelor’s degree from St. Bonaventure University in 1985. During...

Emily Jane Trejchel

Emily Jane Trejchel

Feb 10, 2025

Emily Jane (Miller) Trejchel, 49, of Erie, passed away peacefully on February 10, surrounded by her loving family, after a courageous battle with cancer. She was born in Erie on April 13, 1975, the only child of Rebecca (McMinn) Miller Heil and the late Dennis Miller.

Emily graduated from Riverdale High School in Fort Myers, FL, and earned her BFA AMA...

Barbara Ann Prindle

Barbara Ann Prindle

Feb 9, 2025



Barbara Ann Prindle age 84, of Erie, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 9, 2025 at Walnut Creek Health Care. She was born in Erie on April 9, 1940, a daughter of the late James and Mary Krizanik Cockerham. Barbara graduated from McDowell High School. She worked for many years at Overlake Golf Course as the bartender and continued her...

Christopher Hoag

Christopher Hoag

Feb 8, 2025

Christopher Stephen Hoag, age 40, of Erie, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, February 8, 2025, at his residence. He was born in Erie on October 10, 1984, a son of Albert and Susan Hoag. 

Christopher had an unshakable belief in the Lord, a keen intellect, and a great talent and love for music. He played several instruments, as well as singing,...

Melanie Davis-Coleman

Melanie Davis-Coleman

Feb 6, 2025

Melanie Davis-Coleman, 56, of Erie, passed away peacefully in her home on February 6th, with her daughter by her side. Melanie fought a 26-year battle with Lupus that caused many other health complications which she conquered bravely. Melanie was born in Cleveland, Ohio on February 14, 1968. 

After Highschool and some college Melanie traveled to Baltimore, Maryland where she met her...

Desiree E. Stevens

Desiree E. Stevens

Feb 6, 2025

Desiree E. Stevens, age 63, of Millcreek, passed away on Thursday, February 6, 2025 at UPMC Hamot. 

She was born in Erie on July 18, 1961, a daughter of the late John and Olga Walsh Tome.

Desiree worked at Kim Kraft Printing for several years. 

Desiree loved kids and enjoyed sewing and doing crafts. 

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death...

Nichole Raye Klemm

Nichole Raye Klemm

Feb 6, 2025

Nichole Raye Klemm age 52, of Fairview was called home way too early from her family and friends when she unexpectedly passed away in her sleep on Thursday, February 6, 2025, at her residence.

She was born in Ridgeway, PA on May 16, 1972, daughter of Thomas and Linda Winters Anderson of Fairview.

She was a 1990 graduate of Fairview High School...

Paul Goodwin

Paul Goodwin

Feb 6, 2025

Paul “Duke” R. Goodwin, 86, of Lake City, passed peacefully on Wednesday February 6, 2025, at LECOM Senior Living.

He was born in Erie, PA on June 30, 1938, the third son of the late Paul W. and Helen (Shultz) Goodwin. 

After graduating from Rice Avenue Union High School, Paul proudly served in the US Army. He returned home to work on...

Betty J. Costello

Betty J. Costello

Feb 5, 2025

Betty J. (Killian) Costello, age 96, of Erie passed away Wednesday, February 5, 2025 at the Walnut Creek Healthcare & Rehab Center. She was born January 6, 1929 in Lake City, PA the daughter of the late George and Irene (Daugherty) Killian.

A lifelong resident of the Erie area, she had worked for 21 years at Erie Ceramics in the Deco...

Christopher Skopow

Christopher Skopow

Feb 3, 2025

Christopher Skopow, age 72 of Erie passed away peacefully on Monday February 3, 2025. He was born August 2, 1951 to the late Henry and Dorothy Wierzchowski Skopow. Christopher was a beloved husband, brother, uncle and friend whose life was defined by his dedication to those he loved, his passion for aviation and his deep connection with animals.

His career began...

Rebecca "Becky" Gustafson

Rebecca "Becky" Gustafson

Feb 3, 2025

Rebecca "Becky" Gustafson, age 62, of Erie, passed away on Monday, February 3, 2025. Born on December 16, 1962, in Erie, she was the daughter of the late Robert and Evelyn (Behan) Gustafson.

Becky had a spirited personality and brought smiles and joy to everyone she met. She will be deeply missed. 

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death...

Terry McComb

Terry McComb

Feb 3, 2025

Terry McComb, 84, of Conneautville, passed away on Monday, February 3, 2025, at UPMC Hamot.

He was born in Pittsburgh on April 17, 1940, a son of the late David and Thelma (Wagg) McComb.

He graduated in 1958 from Leechburg High School and went on to work as a machinist for many years at Allegheny Ludlum until retirement. He served as fire...

Clarence "Bill" W. Irish

Clarence "Bill" W. Irish

Feb 3, 2025

Clarence “Bill” W. Irish, age 87, of Erie, passed away peacefully Monday, February 3rd, 2025, at Walnut Creek Nursing Facility.

He was born January 10th, 1938, in Erie, a son to the late Clarence Irish and Ruth Smith Irish Miller, stepfather, Herbert Miller.

Bill graduated from Tech High School, class of 1955. He married his loving wife, Sylvia A. Madison-Nielson on August...

Edmund A. Nowicki

Edmund A. Nowicki

Feb 2, 2025

Edmund A. (Zeke) Nowicki passed on Sunday, February 2, 2025, after a short illness surrounded by his loving family. 

He was born January 5, 1936, in Oil City, PA to the late Edmund and Mary Novicki. He graduated in 1953 from Oil City Senior High. He was an amazing father and husband, a great man, a kind and giving friend and...

Elizabeth "Beth" Christensen

Elizabeth "Beth" Christensen

Feb 2, 2025

Elizabeth “Beth” Christensen age 65, of Millcreek, passed away on Sunday, February 2, 2025 at her home. 

Born in Erie on October 3, 1959, she was the daughter of John and Pat Heidt. 

She was a server and worked at many local restaurants over the years. 

Beth loved her “Kitties” that she had during her life. 

She was preceded in death by her paternal...

John Thomas Joseph Infantino, III

John Thomas Joseph Infantino, III

Feb 2, 2025

John Thomas Joseph Infantino III, age 85, passed away on Sunday, February 2, 2025, after a short battle with stage 4 cancer surrounded by his family.

John served in the United State Army as a military policeman from 1958 to 1961 in Korea, upon an honorable discharge from the military, he entered Pennsylvania State Police Cadet Class #5 on February 8,...

Larrie Dudenhoeffer

Larrie Dudenhoeffer

Feb 2, 2025

Larrie Dudenhoeffer, age 86, of Erie, passed away peacefully Sunday, February 2nd, 2025, at his residence surrounded by loved ones, after a courageous year-long fight against cancer.

He was born May 11, 1938, in Erie, a son to the late Rupert and Madeline Klein Dudenhoeffer.

Larrie was a graduate of Cathedral Prep, class of 1956. After a few jobs and some college...

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