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John V. Lindner, Jr.
Jul 15, 2024
John V. Lindner, Jr., age 84, of Erie, passed away Monday, July 15, 2024 at Saint Mary’s Asbury Ridge. He was born in Jamestown, NY on December 30, 1939, the son of John Vincent and Ina Carlson Lindner.
He graduated from Jamestown High and attended Architectural School at the University of Notre Dame. John worked for 10 years for Architectural firms...
Dolores M. "Dee" Donor
Jul 13, 2024
Dolores M "Dee" (Jablonowski) Donor, of Millcreek Township passed away unexpectedly, at age 75, on Saturday July 13, 2024 at her residence.
She was preceded in death by her parents Ferdinand and Kordula Jablonowski, her sister Betty Ann Stufft, her son Jeffrey Donor, and her nephew and Godchild Timothy Stufft.
Dee was born in Poland. In 1956, Dee her mother and her...
Albert Lee Hayes
Jul 8, 2024
Albert Lee Hayes, age 91 of Cortland, OH, passed away on July 8th, 2024 at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital.
He was born in Edinboro, PA, on December 24, 1932, the son to the late Albert J. and Nora B. Forbes Hayes.
Al graduated from Millcreek High School. He then went on to serve in the U.S. Air Force, where he learned Technical...
Ronald W. Root
Jul 7, 2024
Ronald Root, age 81, of Erie, passed away on Sunday, July 7, 2024 at his residence.
He was born on February 14, 1943, the son of the late William S. and Arlene June Gay Root.
He was a Vietnam Veteran, serving in the United States Army and worked for Eriez Magnetics for 27 years as a coil assembler.
Ronald was active in the...
Dennis J. Himrod
Jul 6, 2024
Dennis J. Himrod, beloved husband, dad, and grandpa, passed away peacefully on July 6, surrounded in love with his family in his hometown of Erie. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Rebecca; three children – Jeff (Susan), Jody (John), and Jay (Tracey); and nine grandchildren. He was preceded by his son, Jamie.
Dennis lived a wonderful and fulfilling...
Katie "Patsy" (Bassham) Bell
Jul 4, 2024
Katie “Patsy” (Bassham) Bell, age 71, of Erie, completed her earthly excursion on Thursday, July 4, 2024 at UPMC Hamot Hospital to begin her experience of eternal life with Jesus Christ by the determination of God, our Heavenly Father. She was born in Erie, February 9, 1953, daughter of the late Thaddeus Bassham and Katie Butler.
Patsy’s compassion and concern for...
Clifford "Bill" Joslin
Jul 4, 2024
Clifford “Bill” Joslin, age 80 of Millcreek, died Thursday, July 4th, 2024 surrounded by close family at LECOM Health Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. He was born in Conneautville, Pennsylvania on May 7th, 1944, son of the late Peter Natcher and Virginia Thomas Joslin Natcher. He was a graduate of East High school in Erie, Pennsylvania, where he was a record-breaking...
Richard William Doray, III
Jul 3, 2024
Richard William Doray III, age 59, passed away unexpectedly on July 3, 2024 in Erie, PA. Rick was born on January 24, 1965 in Jacksonville, NC. He was the son of Richard and Carole Doray of Beaufort, SC.
Growing up in a military family, he lived in several different states including South Carolina, Maine, Massachusetts, Utah, and Pennsylvania. Rick was very...
Jose H. Ortez
Jul 2, 2024
Jose H. Ortez, age 66, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Tuesday, July 2, 2024, after a short illness.
He was born on December 20, 1957, in Cleveland, Ohio, to the late Felicita Ortiz.
Jose enjoyed listening to classic rock and going fishing. He was a diehard Cleveland fan, always cheering on the Browns and Indians. He loved spending time with...
Audrey L. Horton
Jul 2, 2024
Audrey L. Horton, age 92 of Erie, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 2nd, 2024, at her home surrounded by family.
She was born January 11th, 1932 in Wesleyville, PA, a daughter to the late Claude and Francis Pierce Dougan.
Audrey graduated from Academy High School. She was a dedicated member of Asbury United Methodist Church, where she found solace in the choir...
Geoffry P. Pancerev
Jul 1, 2024
Geoffry P. Pancerev passed away July 1, 2024 in the care of his family. He’s the son of Clifford and Arley Livingstone Pancerev.
He graduated from Strong Vincent High School, Erie Business Center and Gannon University. Geoffry was employed at General Electric for 42 years as a locomotive tester. He served in the US Air Force in Thailand.
In addition to his...
Lois Townsend Tibbitts
Jul 1, 2024
Lois Townsend Tibbitts age 82 passed away on Monday July 1, 2024 at home. She was born in Milwaukee, WI on July 31, 1941 to the late Frederic Townsend and Beulah Rothschild.
She graduated from Pewaukee High School. Lois worked at J. C. Penney for over 25 years and also volunteered at Whole Foods Co-Op. She was a member of the...
Lester "Les" Laron Jones, Sr.
Jun 29, 2024
Lester Laron Jones Sr., affectionately known as Les, passed away on June 29, 2024, in Charlotte, North Carolina, at the age of 61. Born on May 21, 1963, to the late Alvin and Louise Jones. Les grew into a disciplined and mild-mannered individual, known for his unforgettable smile and infectious laugh.
Les had a distinguished career as a Corrections Officer, working...
Barry Lee Emch
Jun 29, 2024
Barry Lee Emch, age 77, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Saturday afternoon, June 29, 2024 at his home.
Barry was born in Erie, PA on June 2, 1947, a son of the late Leo and Nelda (Cecil) Emch, the fifth of six children.
Barry graduated from Harborcreek High School in 1965, where he excelled on the basketball court. Barry...
Richard W. Stammer
Jun 27, 2024
Richard W. Stammer, age 103, of Erie, PA passed away peacefully on June 27, 2024 at Manchester Commons with his family by his side. He was born in New York City on October 4, 1920, the son of the late Rev. Henry E. and Mary Archinal Stammer.
Richard proudly served in WWII in the Corp of Engineers. He was a graduate...
Carolyn L. Lindstrom
Jun 26, 2024
Carolyn L. Lindstrom, age 88, passed away on Wednesday, June 26, 2024, at LECOM at Village Square.
She was born on November 15, 1935, in Erie, Pennsylvania, to the late Walter and Mildred (Reisenauer) Lindstrom Calao.
After graduation from Strong Vincent High School, Carolyn worked as an administrative assistant and bookkeeper in a variety of fields including Penn Mutual Life Insurance, Veterans...
Rosemarie A. Dovishak O'Reilly
Jun 26, 2024
Rosemarie A. Dovishak O’Reilly, age 64 passed away on Wednesday June 26, 2024 at UPMC Hamot. She was born in Erie on December 11, 1959 to the late Anthony and Muriel Wood Dovishak.
Rosemarie graduated from McDowell High School and worked as the store manager at Mason Farms on Peninsula Drive for 35 years. She enjoyed ceramics, cooking, baking and flower...
M. Elaine Leopold - Zula
Jun 25, 2024
M. Elaine Leopold-Zula, age 93, of Fairview, passed away on Tuesday June 25, 2024, at Manchester Commons following a long illness.
She was born in Fairview Township on July 13, 1930, daughter of the late Lawrence and May Weislogel Pfeffer.
She was a 1948 graduate of Fairview High School. She was a homemaker while her children were young and went on to...
Elsie Louise Clark
Jun 25, 2024
Elsie Louise (McQueeney) Clark, age 90, passed away on Wednesday, June 25th, 2024 at Nightingale Nursing & Rehab Center.
Elsie was born on September 2nd, 1934. She was the daughter of late Thomas and Hazel (Reynolds) McQueeney.
Elsie graduated from Harbor Creek High School. She married Edwin E. Clark Sr. on July 4th, 1952. They shared 63 wonderful years together. Elsie was...
Marjorie Lynn Bowen
Jun 24, 2024
Marjorie Lynn Bowen, age 60, passed away at her residence with her devoted husband at her side on Tuesday, June 24, 2024, following a short illness.
She was born on March 24, 1964, in Bradford, Pennsylvania.
Marjorie was a loving wife and caring mother to her three children. She will be missed by her friends at the Pineview Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s...
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