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Pauline J. Rakowski
Jan 30, 2024
Pauline J. Rakowski, a resident of Old Orchard Subdivision, Fairview, PA, passed away at her residence on Tuesday January 30, 2024. She was the daughter of Margaret Calhoun Bleakney of Kittanning, PA.
A “Cum Laude” graduate of Kittanning High School, she worked briefly for the FBI in Washington DC prior to her marriage on September 3, 1949 to Edmund S. Rakowski...
Bertine Zelia Leatherwood Hamilton
Jan 29, 2024
Bertine Zelia (Leatherwood) Hamilton, 86, passed away peacefully at Good Samaritan Hospital in Cincinnati, surrounded by family on Monday, January 29, 2024.
She was born on February 26, 1937, to the late Benjamin Newton Leatherwood and Zelia “Mary” Foote Leatherwood.
Bertine was a graduate of Academy High School and studied nursing prior to starting her family. She worked for Erie Technological for...
Timothy L. Katen
Jan 29, 2024
Timothy “Tim” L. Katen, 76, of Erie, passed away on January 29, 2024, just one month after an initial diagnosis of cancer, and only weeks after receiving his specific cancer diagnosis of mesothelioma. Tim is survived by the love of his life and wife of nearly 49 years, Elizabeth “Betsy” (Twaroski) Katen. Together they raised their three children: Philip Katen...
Stephanie Danielle Buckel
Jan 27, 2024
Stephanie Danielle Buckel age 37, of McKean, passed away on Saturday, January 27, 2024.
She was born in Erie on October 19, 1986 a daughter of John P. and Elaine Seely Buckel of McKean.
Stephanie graduated from General McLane High School and Penn State Behrend.
Stephanie was a loving daughter, sister and aunt. She loved spending time with her niece and nephews, and...
Patricia Ellen (Rodgers) Healey
Jan 27, 2024
Patricia Ellen (Rodgers) Healey passed away peacefully, surrounded by loved ones, on January 27, 2024. She was born April 29, 1941 to Josephine (Graham) and Ralph Rodgers in Olean, NY. Patty was the youngest of ten children in what she said was a large, busy family that always made her feel loved and special. She earned a degree in Education...
Kyle T. Swierczewski
Jan 27, 2024
Kyle T. Swierczewski, age 40 of Fairview, passed away at home on January 27th, 2024 surrounded by his loving family.
He was born in Erie on March 3, 1983 a son of Sheila Swierczewski and Dave Work and the late Thomas Swierczewski.
He was a 2001 graduate of Fairview High School. He received a Bachelor’s in Political Sciences from Edinboro University and...
James V. Rubilotta
Jan 26, 2024
James “Jim” V. Rubilotta, 54, of Erie, PA, passed away unexpectedly at Saint Vincent Hospital on Friday, January 26, 2024.
Jim was born in Staten Island on August 11, 1969, to his loving parents, Andy and Brenda Rubilotta.
Jim was a hardworking man, never stopping short of providing for his family. He started his days in the early morning, working, to be...
Victoria Hobeck
Jan 26, 2024
Victoria Hobeck, age 85, of Erie died Friday, January 26, 2024, at UPMC Hamot. She was born July 18, 1938, in Erie, PA. Victoria was an active participant in many of the Barber National Institute programs. She enjoyed her friends at the Parkside group home and the many activities they did together.
Friends are invited to attend Funeral Services Monday, February...
Arlene Carol Sandelstein
Jan 26, 2024
Arlene Carol Sandelstein Auerbach, Cherished Wife, Mother and Mimi age 82 of Erie, PA, passed away peacefully on January 26, 2024, in Shaker Heights, OH with her loving daughters at her side. Arlene was born on July 23, 1941, in Cleveland, OH, a daughter of the late Hyman and Gladys Auerbach.
The family relocated to Erie, PA where Arlene lived...
Albert S. Richardson, Jr.
Jan 25, 2024
Albert S. Richardson, Jr. age 97, died peacefully at home on January 25th, 2024. He lived a full life, defined by being true to himself and his ideals. With clarity of thought and an endless memory, Al enjoyed reflecting back on the events and details of his life, his family, and the people he knew.
Born January 8, 1927, in Wyoming,...
Alvin Reid "Al" Eliason
Jan 25, 2024
Alvin Reid Eliason, affectionately known as Al, was born on December 27, 1943, in Erie, Pennsylvania, and grew up on his family's farm in Waterford. He was the son of the late Carl and Hannah Mae Gem (Yaple) Eliason. Al sadly passed away on January 25, 2024, at the age of 80 at his home.
Al leaves behind a legacy of...
Edward M. Borowicz
Jan 25, 2024
Edward "Ed" M. Borowicz, age 93, of Erie passed away Thursday, January 25, 2024 at AHN St. Vincent. He was born January 24, 1931 in Erie the son of the late Maximilian and Maryann (Szocki ) Borowicz.
Ed graduated from Tech Memorial High School where he lettered in several sports. After high school, Ed went on to serve in the US...
Robert Hamilton
Jan 25, 2024
Robert Eugene Hamilton
“Bob”, “W8WSL – Amateur Radio Call Sign”, “Big Ape”, “Billie Joe”
Bob Hamilton, 77, currently of Girard PA passed away on January 25th, 2024, at the Erie VA Medical Center Hospice surrounded by his wife Mary Hamilton and son Everett Hamilton. Bob passed away after a long battle with metastasized bladder cancer.
Bob was born on December 27, 1946, in...
Adelia Janice LaPlaca
Jan 24, 2024
Adelia Janice LaPlaca, age 82, of Erie, went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, on Wednesday January 24, 2024 at St. Mary’s Asbury Ridge.
She was born in Greenville, PA on August 31, 1941, the daughter of the late Dominic and Philomena (D’Alfonso) Guerrini.
She worked as a missionary in the Philippine Islands for several years. She was a...
Scott R. Turk
Jan 24, 2024
Scott Ronald Turk, age 44, passed away on Wednesday January 24, 2024 at St. Vincent Hospital. He was born on February 24, 1979 in Erie, PA to Doreen Pitonyak Bolen and the late Ronald Kenneth Turk.
He graduated from Harborcreek High School in 1997 and then attended the University of Pittsburgh, majoring in Computer Engineering. He enjoyed music, playing the guitar,...
Dawn Marie "Hippie" Ward How
Jan 22, 2024
Dawn Marie (“Hippie”) Ward How, age 54, passed away at her residence on Monday, January 22, 2024, after a short illness.
She was born on January 19, 1970, in Columbus, Ohio, to George Ward and the late Mary Patricia Kocher Ward.
Dawn was a free spirit who loved nature, being outdoors and her tie-dye! She loved hanging out with family and any...
Michael Anthony Golson
Jan 22, 2024
Michael Anthony Golson, age 62, passed away on Monday, January 22, 2024, at UPMC Hamot Hospital after an extended illness.
He was born on January 10, 1962, in Selma Alabama, to Harry F. and Ida Mae Williams Golson.
After graduation from high school, Michael served our country in the United States Marine Corps. He was an avid sports fan, especially basketball and...
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,...
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