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Ruth Edith Arnemann
Nov 10, 2024
Ruth Edith Arnemann, age 100, formerly of Cranesville, PA, died on Sunday November 10, 2024.
She was born in Erie, July 29, 1924, the daughter of the late Dr. Fred Fisher, Jr., M.D. and Mary Dorothy Fisher.
Mrs. Arnemann was a graduate of East High School and attended Indiana State Teachers College. She was employed as Admitting Clerk at Reid Memorial Hospital,...
Margaret Leigh Hallgren
Nov 9, 2024
Margaret Leigh Hallgren, age 75, of Girard, passed away on Saturday November 9, 2024, at Walnut Creek Healthcare.
She was born in Cleveland, Ohio on December 25, 1948, a daughter of the late Macon and Betty Cover Jordan.
Margaret was a 1968 graduate of Friends Boarding School. She went on to earn her degrees at Ohio State University. She worked as a...
Joseph Richard Artello
Nov 8, 2024
Joseph Richard Artello ("Joe"), age 76, of The Villages in Florida passed away on Friday, November 8, 2024, at UF Health Spanish Plaines Hospital.
He was born in Albion, PA on July 15, 1948, a son of the late John and Margaret (Gresh) Artello.
He was a graduate of Northwestern High School, class of 1966 and Gannon University, class of 1971. Joe...
Virginia Fuhrer Birkmire
Nov 8, 2024
Virginia Fuhrer Birkmire age 99, of Erie, passed away Friday, November 8, 2024 at Forestview.
She was born in Erie on June 2, 1925, a daughter of the late Fred and Matilda Ruf Fuhrer.
She graduated from Millcreek High School in 1943.
Virginia was a homemaker and founder and co-owner of Birkmire trucking for more than 50 years.
She was a member of Our...
Sandra LaJohn Barry
Nov 8, 2024
Sandra LaJohn Barry passed away peacefully on Friday, November 8, 2024 with her son Frederick by her side after a lengthy illness. She was born August 3, 1947 in Erie the daughter of the late Fred J. and Dorothy (Smith) LaJohn.
"This is the Day the Lord has made, let us rejoice and be glad in it." Psalm 118:24
Sandy said and...
Linda Marie Kosnik
Nov 8, 2024
Linda Marie Kosnik, age 75, of Erie, passed away November 8, 2024, at UPMC Hamot with her family by her side. She was born on December 29, 1948, to the late Anthony and Jacqueline Skarzenski.
Linda was born in Erie and graduated from East High School. She worked as an Assembler for Tanner Manufacturing.
Linda is survived by her husband of 50...
Russell R. Phelps
Nov 7, 2024
Russell R. Phelps, age 88, of Erie, passed away Thursday, November 7, 2024 at Sarah Reed Nursing and Rehabilitation. He was born November 14, 1935, in Erie, the son of the late Ray Walter and Irene Anker Phelps. Russell was a 1955 graduate of Tech Memorial High School and a veteran of the United States Army. Mr. Phelps was a...
Leo D. Fitzgibbon, MD
Nov 7, 2024
Leo D. Fitzgibbon M.D., age 68, of Erie, passed away Thursday, November 7, 2024, at his residence surrounded by family and loved ones. He was born in Limerick, Ireland, a son of the late James and Maureen Fitzgibbon. Leo was a dedicated Cardiothoracic Surgeon with UPMC Hamot Hospital who served the people of Erie for many years with his skilled...
Terry Jo Ramey
Nov 6, 2024
Terry Jo Ramey, age 74, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 6, 2024, at her home after an extended illness.
She was born on October 12, 1950, in Erie, to the late Ronald and Geraldine (VanCise) Taylor.
Terry attended Girard High School before moving to Oregon to complete her high school education. When she returned to the Erie area, she earned a...
Margaret E. Yates
Nov 5, 2024
Margaret Ellen Yates (Alday), aged 80, passed away on November 5, 2024, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
She was born on July 17, 1944, in Erie, Pennsylvania. Margaret was a loving mother, known for her warmth and dedication to her family. She was an avid sports fan and was always present and involved in her two sons’ sporting events. Margaret graduated from Fairview...
Jason "Jake" Webber
Nov 2, 2024
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Jake Webber, a loving son, devoted father, and cherished friend, who left us far too soon. Jake was filled with kindness, always the first to lend a helping hand to anyone in need. His generous spirit and compassionate nature touched the lives of everyone he encountered.
He was born on August 6, 1979,...
Helene Brenda Ackerman
Nov 1, 2024
Helene Brenda Ackerman age 77, of Erie, passed away suddenly on Friday, November 1, 2024. She was born in Erie on May 31, 1947, a daughter of the late Thomas and Helen Sullivan.
After graduating High School, Brenda went on to receive her teaching degree from Villa Maria College. She taught the deaf and blind at JoAnna Connell School. After having...
Sherry Jarvi
Nov 1, 2024
Sherry Kaputa Jarvi, age 67, of Girard, passed away on Friday November 1, 2024, at her residence.
She was born in Meadville, PA on May 7, 1957, a daughter of the late Sally M. Weigle and Joseph Kaputa Jr.
Sherry graduated from Northwestern High School in 1975 and worked for over 26 years at Rich Products in Lake City and more recently...
Elizabeth Reichert
Nov 1, 2024
With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Elizabeth “Beth” Reichert, age 63, who departed this life on November 1, 2024, at UPMC Hamot. Elizabeth was born on January 14, 1961, in Bethlehem, PA, to the late James A. and Elizabeth (Gorman) Ferguson.
Beth graduated from Jamestown High School in New York. After high school, she worked in various positions, including...
Phyllis Elaine Walburn
Oct 31, 2024
Phyllis Elaine Walburn, age 63, passed at UPMC Hamot Hospital on October 31, 2024, after many years of health issues.
Phyllis was born on March 26, 1961, in Bradford, PA, to the late Norman and Donna (Stewart) Steele.
She attended Academy High School. Phyllis loved to socialize with family and friends. She enjoyed country music, watching her favorite TV shows and loved...
Anthony "Nemo" Alecci
Oct 30, 2024
Anthony (Nemo) Alecci, age 89, passed away Wednesday, October 30, 2024 at the Erie VA Medical Center. He was born January 18, 1935 in Erie the son of Joseph and Rose (Taccone) Alecci.
Nemo served with the US Army during the Korean war from 1954 until 1956. He returned to work in the grocery business and later owned his own supermarket...
Robert Leroy Elwinger
Oct 29, 2024
Robert “Bob” Leroy Elwinger, age 92, of Girard, passed away on Tuesday, October 29, 2024, at UPMC Hamot.
He was born in Santa Monica, CA on November 30, 1931, a son to the late LaRue and Edith Smith Elwinger. This is where he started his career in shining shoes and selling newspapers with his brother Bill.
Robert attended Fairview High School and...
Sally A. Buck
Oct 29, 2024
Sally Anna Lindy Buck, age 96, of Erie, passed away on Tuesday, October 29, 2024 at her residence.
She was born in Reynoldsville PA on August 12, 1928, to Harvey and Martha Brocious Lindy.
She graduated from Millcreek High School in 1946. She retired from Johnson Control after 20 years.
Sally was a lifetime member of Christ United Methodist Church.
In addition to her...
Robert "Bob" F. Crotty
Oct 29, 2024
Robert Fitzgerald Crotty passed away in his sleep on October 29, 2024. Born in Erie on June 2, 1964, he was one of seven children to the late Patrick Edward Crotty, Sr. and Wilma Tess Crotty. Bob graduated from East High/Tech HS and resided for over 30 years in the Dr. Gertrude Barber Center group home in Lake City, PA....
Nancy Dunham
Oct 29, 2024
Nancy Dunham, age 76, of Fairview, passed away on Tuesday, October 29, 2024, at Edinboro Manor following an extended illness.
She was born in Warren, PA on November 13, 1947, a daughter of the late Lawrence and Ruth Sanden Lawton.
Nancy graduated from Warren High School in 1965 and completed school for Cosmetology. She worked as a receptionist for Lockwood Podiatry for...
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