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Robert Rapheal
Oct 3, 2021
Robert Rapheal age 67, of Millcreek passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 3, 2021 at his residence.
He was born in Pittsburgh on August 4, 1954 a son of the late Edward and Mary Seeno Rapheal.
Robert graduated from McDowell High School and went on to attend Mercyhurst University.
He worked as an officer for the PA State Police for 27 years prior...
Betty Watson
Oct 3, 2021
On Sunday, October 3rd, 2021 God called our mother, Betty A. Watson, home. We were blessed to have celebrated 100 plus years, a very full life, with our Mom. She was born on February 12, 1921 to Ruth and Fred Altenberger.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Watson, Jr., her daughter, Ruth Bowes, son-in-law Ed Bowes, Sr., her...
Romaine Musso
Oct 2, 2021
Romaine E. Musso, 96, of Erie passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 2, 2021 at LECOM Senior Living Center. Born in Kittanning, PA she was the daughter of the late Ord and Lida (Starr) Spence. After graduating from high school in 1942, she moved to Erie at the age of 18.
At 70, she retired as Manager of Avis Rent-a-Car,...
Paul Bendure
Oct 2, 2021
Paul S. Bendure passed away at the age of 80 on Saturday, October 2, 2021 at St. Vincent Health Center.
He was born August 2, 1941 in Fairview, PA. He was a son of the late Ernest M. and Mildred (Hetz) Bendure. He grew up playing football and racing cars and snowmobiles.
Paul graduated from Fairview High School in 1960...
Margaret Pierce
Oct 2, 2021
Margaret Doritty (Chandler Winslow Kuhlman) Pierce, age 91 of Erie, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, October 2, 2021 at Ball Pavillion.
She was born on July 30, 1930 in Albion, PA, a daughter of the late Charles and Viola Harner Doritty.
Margaret graduated from Strong Vincent High School, and worked in hospitality for many years where she...
Randy Nielson
Oct 1, 2021
Randy S. Nielson, Sr., 60, of Coaldale, PA died October 1st, 2021 at UPMC Hamot Hospital in Erie, PA of COVID-19.
He was married to Teresa (Wyatt) Nielson. He was an employee of Tobyhanna Army Depot and earned the Commander’s Award for Civilian Service for his support as an electronics mechanic during Operation Iraqi Freedom. He was also a truck...
Phillip "Butch" Gocal Sr.
Oct 1, 2021
Phillip "Butch" Gocal Sr, 74 of Erie, made his final run around the bases on Friday October 1, 2021. He's now enjoying a slice of lemon meringue pie with heavenly friends and family.
Born on May 12, 1947 in Union City PA, to the late Philip Gocal and Loretta Mohr Gocal. Phil was a country boy who lived for baseball....
Linda Gidos
Sep 30, 2021
Linda Gidos, 71, sadly passed from medical complications on September 30, 2021.
Linda was the daughter of the late Jimmy Cioccio and Ginevra Cioccio. She grew up in Erie and attended St. Mary’s Catholic School and later she attended St. Benedict's High school and graduated from Gannon University. She received her masters degree in Business Education at New York University. ...
Adam Davis
Sep 27, 2021
Adam Jake Davis, age 39, lost his battle with PTSD, on Monday, September 27, 2021 at his residence in New Hampshire.
He was born on May 20, 1982 in Erie, PA, a son to Sandra Herrmann Steinheiser of Albion and the late Loren "Jake" Davis.
Adam graduated from Northwestern High School in 2000. He proudly served his country in the Marine Corp. ...
Thomas Eppolito, Sr.
Sep 27, 2021
Thomas John Eppolito, Sr., age 55, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, September 27, 2021 in Phoenix, AZ.
He was born in Erie on July 9, 1966, the son of John J. and Diane (Swiderski) Eppolito of Erie.
Tom graduated from Tech Memorial High School and attended St. Andrew’s grade school.
He lived in Phoenix for the last 17 years, and had worked for...

Bernice Sadler
Sep 26, 2021
Bernice Sadler, age 83, of Erie, passed away at her residence, Sunday, September 26, 2021. She was born in Erie, October 18, 1937 to the late Joseph and Mary Zawodnik. Bernice was a graduate of East High School.
She was a member of Saint Stanislaus Church, she loved to crochet, do crosswords, garden, and bake, especially banana bread.
Bernice is survived by...
Marvin Buck
Sep 26, 2021
Marvin E. Buck, age 84, of Erie PA, and formerly of Conneaut Lake, PA. for 50 years, passed away on Sunday, September 26, 2021 at his new residence in Erie.
He was born in Urbana, Ohio July 3, 1937 to Ruth Jewell and Marvin Davey. After his father's passing at a young age, he was adopted and raised by Donald Buck.
Marvin...
Dr. Richard Gammon, Ph.D.
Sep 24, 2021
Dr. Richard Anthony Gammon, PhD, 84, died Friday after a brief illness. Dr. Gammon, as he was known to the hundreds of students who went through his microbiology classes at Gannon University, was a loving father and husband, as well as a respected teacher and successful businessman.
Born May 6, 1937, in Fredonia, NY, Richard was raised in Dunkirk by...
Carol Dehn
Sep 23, 2021
Carol Jean Dehn, age 78, of Erie, passed away on Thursday, September 23, 2021 at her residence.
Jean was born on September 22, 1943 in Conneaut Township, PA daughter of the late Oiva and Esther Fails Krans.
She was a 1961 graduate of Northwestern High School and attended Jamestown Business College.
Jean was employed at Arthur Andersen as a tax operations manager.
She served...
William Myers
Sep 23, 2021
William “Tommy” Myers, age 65, of Erie, passed away September 23, 2021 at his residence. He was born in Erie, November 13, 1955, a son of the late Thelma Aiken (White/ Myers/ Smith) and Willie Myers (Meyers).
He was raised in Erie, and graduated from East High School, class of 1973. Tommy was later drafted into the United States Air Force,...
Robert Weigel
Sep 23, 2021
Robert L Weigel passed away on Thursday, September 23, 2021. The only son of the late Orlow and Elsie Heirls Weigel, Bob was born on August 25, 1924. He was a lifetime resident of Erie, and a graduate of Strong Vincent High School --where he first spotted Annette Lupo in the cafeteria and vowed to make her his wife. Bob...
Tina Partsch
Sep 23, 2021
Some people only walk this earth for a short time. Their departure reminds us that angels are watching over us. On September 23, 2021, Tina Marie Partsch rejoined her heavenly family and gained her wings.
Born September 24, 1957, in Erie, PA, Tina was a compassionate spirit whose passion was caring for others, as she showed in her 17 years...
Linda Barge
Sep 22, 2021
Linda Patricia Barge, 57 of Girard, went to be with the Lord unexpectedly on Wednesday, September 22, 2021 at her residence.
She was born on July 11, 1964 in Atlanta Georgia, a daughter to Louis and Carolyn Sprayberry Black.
Linda loved her husband, kids and grandkids. She enjoyed watching TV, especially Andy Griffith, collecting angels and being outdoors. She loved spending time...
Wilbur Rastatter
Sep 22, 2021
Wilbur Rastatter, age 59, of Erie passed away Wednesday September 22nd, 2021 at Edinboro Manor.
He was born January 2nd 1962 to Larry and Norma Rastatter. Wilbur was a graduate of Seneca High school.
He enjoyed simple things like The Dallas Cowboys, NASCAR, war movies and documentaries.
Wilbur is survived by his 3 children David, Joshua and Robin Rastatter, his mother Norma...
Frederick Dudics
Sep 22, 2021
Frederick Michael Dudics age 75, of Erie, passed away on Wednesday, September 22, 2021 at the Soldiers and Sailors Home.
He was born in Union City, PA on November 24, 1945 a son of the late Gabriel and Sophie L. Dudics
Frederick graduated high school and went on to serve in the United States Air Force.
He worked at GE for many years.
Frederick...