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Lorraine Porte
Jan 20, 2024
Lorraine Porte, age 97, passed away on Saturday, January 20, 2023, at St. Mary’s at Asbury Ridge. She was born November 4, 1926, in Des Moines, Iowa, a daughter of Earl Braley and Reba Ogden Braley. She graduated from Downers Grove High School in Downers Grove, IL and attended Manchester College in North Manchester, Indiana.
It was at Manchester...
Pamela "Pammy" Rose (Priestap) Stuczynski
Jan 19, 2024
Pamela “Pammy” Rose (Priestap) Stuczynski, 65, went home with Jesus on January 19, 2024 after a bravely fought cancer battle.
Pam was born on November 15, 1958 in Erie, Pennsylvania to Charles M. and Bunny (Hatch) Priestap.
Growing up, Pam was always surrounded by her sisters and brothers. The Priestaps were a very close-knit group and a family that everyone wished they...
Ernest Testo
Jan 18, 2024
Dr. Ernest Testo, a dentist and Director of Dental Requirements for the Department of Veterans Affairs died unexpectedly on January 18, 2024. Ernest is survived by his wife of 55 years, Cathy Mecar Testo; and by his son, James. He was preceded in death by his mother, Ann and his father, Ernest.Ernie was born in Fairview, PA on April 6,...
Christina Marie Cacchione
Jan 18, 2024
Christina (Tina) Marie Cacchione age 34 died peacefully January 18th, 2024, giving the gift of life through donating her heart and organs. Christina was born December 20th, 1989, in Erie, Pennsylvania to Tamara Cacchione.
The simplest pleasures brought so much joy to Christina throughout her life. Eating treats, such as cheeseburgers, cheese puffs and drinking Pepsi while watching her Disney movies...
Norma Langdon
Jan 18, 2024
Norma Jean Langdon age 91, of Millcreek, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Thursday, January 18, 2024, at LECOM Senior Living.
She was born in Sagamore, PA on January 30, 1932, daughter of the late Clair and Vada Weaver McCurdy.
Norma graduated from Shannock Valley High School and subsequently moved to Harborcreek, PA, where she met her husband of 68 years,...
Judith A. Lemmon Marini
Jan 17, 2024
Judith A. “Judy” Lemmon Marini, age 80, of Erie, passed away Wednesday, January 17, 2024, at Saint Vincent Hospital. She was born in Erie, May 30, 1943, to the late Sidney and Vivian Lemmon.
Judy graduated from Strong Vincent High School, where she was a cheerleader, and fell in love with her future husband, John “Jack” Marini. She worked for Sessler...
Lindsay "Candy" Kennedy
Jan 17, 2024
Lindsay “Candy” Albright Kennedy, age 78, of Erie, passed away Wednesday, January 17, 2024, just shy of her 79th birthday.
She was born in Erie on January 18, 1945, a daughter to the late Eugene and Helene Davis Albright.
Candy graduated from Hempfield School District in Youngwood, PA. She then went on to attend Clarion University to obtain a 4 year degree...
Michael F. Riazzi
Jan 17, 2024
Michael F. Riazzi, age 79 of Erie passed away Wednesday, January 17, 2024 at AHN St. Vincent. He was born January 20, 1944 in Erie the son of the late Michael Riazzi, Sr. and Grace (Bruschi) Riazzi.
Michael was a 1962 graduate of Strong Vincent High School and was employed at Erie Bolt Corp. for over 42 years retiring in March...
Joyce Ann Ferringer
Jan 15, 2024
Joyce Ann Martin Ferringer, age 79, of Erie, passed away on Monday, January 15, 2024 at UPMC Hamot. She was born in Erie on May 23, 1944, a daughter of the late Bill and Gertrude Desin Martin.
Joyce worked for Sears & Roebuck Co. for 27 years.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her...
William "Bill" John Long
Jan 15, 2024
William “Bill” John Long, age 81, but forever 39, passed away on Monday, January 15, 2024, two days shy of his 82nd birthday, at his residence following a house fire.
He was born in Kane, PA on January 17, 1942, a son of the late Glen Edward and Alva Alverta Johnston Long.
William graduated from Northwestern High...
Jean Elizabeth Baumbach Hovis
Jan 14, 2024
Jean "Oma" Elizabeth Baumbach Hovis, 78, was born May 13,1945. She went to her eternal rest January 14, 2024 after a lengthy illness.
Jean was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She loved hosting family parties and spending time with all her grandchildren. Jean was an avid gardener and terrific cook. She loved animals almost as much...
Sandra Ann Dance Sharp
Jan 13, 2024
Sandra Ann Dance Sharp, age 77, passed away on Saturday, January 13, 2024, at Pleasant Ridge Manor after an extended illness.
She was born on December 4, 1946, in Erie, to the late Ernest and Vera Collins Dance.
After her graduation from East High School, Sandra would work for General Electric for the next 25 years.
In addition to...
Norma Jean Squire
Jan 12, 2024
Norma Jean (Emling) Squire, age 99, passed away peacefully in her sleep at LECOM Senior Living Center on January 12, 2024. She was born in Erie on November 24, 1924, the daughter of the late John (Jaz) Emling and Anna (Strong) Emling. In addition to her parents, Norma was preceded in death by her husband of 57 years, Frank Squire,...
Bruce Edward Valimont
Jan 12, 2024
Bruce Edward Valimont, age 72, of Erie, passed away on Friday, January 12, 2024 at Sarah A. Reed Senior Living. He was born in Erie on October 5, 1951, a son of the late Wilfred & Doloris Pettorini Valimont.
Bruce was a graduate of McDowell High School and was a member of Our Lady of Peace Church.
He worked as...
Laura Sayre
Jan 12, 2024
Laura Sayre, age 75, of Erie, passed away on Friday, January 12, 2024 at home.
She was born in Erie on January 11, 1949, a daughter of the late William and Carmella Mutch Fredericks.
Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her sisters Shirley Scarem and Eleanor Jean Fleming.
Laura is survived by her husband, Raymond G. Sayre and...
Sandy Lorei
Jan 11, 2024
Sandy Lorei age 66, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Thursday, January 11, 2024, ending her battle with cancer.
Sandy was born February 25, 1957 in Meadville Pa, a daughter of the late Bernard and Doris Swavey.
Sandy graduated from McDowell High School in Erie and went on later to graduate from JH Thompson Beauty Academy in...
Carol A. Snyder
Jan 10, 2024
Carol Snyder, age 76, passed away on Wednesday, January 10, 2024, at her residence following an extended illness.
Carol was born on November 22, 1947, in Niagara Falls, Ontario, to the late Edwin and Helen Mann Grimstead.
A free spirit blessed with unbreakable determination, Carol brought joy and inspiration to all who knew her. Her work and career ranged...
Janet Louise Griffin
Jan 9, 2024
Janet Louise Griffin, age 91, died peacefully at her home on Jan. 9, 2024, surrounded and supported by her children. As a young widow, Janet raised her children with a strong sense of family unity and love for one another.
Janet was born in Cleveland, Ohio, on July 6, 1932, daughter of the late Walter and Ella Kramer.
She was a 1950...
Richard "Dick " Orwick Finley
Jan 9, 2024
Richard “Dick” Orwick Finley of Harborcreek passed away on Tuesday, January 9, 2024 at the age of 79.
He was born on March 16, 1944 in Franklin, PA to the late Norman W. and Finetta Orwick Finley.
Dick was a 1962 graduate of Franklin High School. He attended Clarion University and Meridian Junior College in Mississippi. He was a veteran of the...
Johanne Marie Bray
Jan 9, 2024
Johanne Marie Bray, age 92, of Erie, passed away Tuesday, January 9, 2024, at Niagara Village. She was born in Erie, March 12, 1931, to the late George and Helen Freeland. Johanne graduated from Harborcreek High School class of 1949 and later worked for General Telephone as a customer service representative.
She is survived by her sister, Dianna Defelice;...
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