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Dennis Frantz
Apr 10, 2014
Dennis Frantz age 66, of Millcreek, passed away Thursday, April 10, 2014 at UPMC Hamot following a lengthy illness.
He was born in Erie on September 24, 1947, a son of the late Howard and Esther Baker Frantz.
Dennis graduated from General McLane High School.
He retired from Zurn Industries after 33 ½ years of service.
Dennis was a member of the Millcreek Legion...
William Cullers
Apr 10, 2014
William Mark Cullers, age 61, of Girard, PA, was called home on Thursday, April 10th, 2014, at UPMC Hospital in Pittsburgh.
He was born in Erie County on August 6, 1953, son of the late Ward Adrian Cullers and Minnie Ann Ash Copeland.
He graduated from Northwestern High School in 1972 and served in the United States Navy and was honorably discharged...
Hunter Tenney
Apr 10, 2014
Hunter James Tenney, age 15, of Lake City, passed away at home, Thursday, April 10, 2014 surrounded by his family.
He was born in Erie on July 25, 1998, the son of Darren and Susan Shaw Tenney.
Hunter loved the outdoors and was lovingly referred to as a “professional camper” by his family. He enjoyed visiting Walt Disney World, listening to music,...
Lillian Cohen
Apr 8, 2014
Lillian Egnot Cohen, age 76, of Erie, died on April 8th at home surrounded by family.
Born on March 17, 1938, in Beresford, PA she was the daughter of the late Nick and Rose Weselskey Egnot.
She was a graduate of Academy High School and received her Bachelor’s degree from Mercyhurst College, where she majored in elementary education and minored in theatre....
Josephine Rosini
Apr 8, 2014
Josephine D. Rosini, age 105, of Girard, died Tuesday, April 8, 2014, at her home.
Born in Mount Carmel on March 21, 1909, she was the daughter of the late Dominick and Alice Winters Drucis.
Josephine was a member of St. Matthew’s in the Woods Church and the Holy Rosary Society at St. Francis Xavier Church.
In addition to her parents she was...
Douglas Lowry
Apr 8, 2014
Douglas W. Lowry, age 65, of Springfield, passed away on Tuesday April 8, 2014, at his residence, from complications due to exposure of Agent Orange during the Vietnam War
He was born October 5, 1948 in Erie, the son of the late James Guy and Elizabeth Zell Lowry.
Doug graduated from Fairview High School and served in the U.S Army during Vietnam...
Richard Trabinger
Apr 7, 2014
Richard “Rich” C. Trabinger
Richard “Rich” C. Trabinger, age 60, of Fairview, died unexpectedly on Monday, April 7, 2014.
Born February 16, 1954, in Erie, he was the son of Margaret “Peg” Hughes Howell Trabinger of Erie and the late Arthur Trabinger. Rich was a 1972 graduate of Strong Vincent High School and then received a degree in business from Gannon University....
Jack Schaffner
Apr 6, 2014
Jack L. Schaffner, age 89, of Sarasota FL, formerly of Erie and Chicago, died on Sunday April 6, 2014 at Glenridge Carroll Center in Sarasota, FL. He was born in Erie, PA on July 15, 1924, a son of the late Henry and Matilde Schaffner.
Jack graduated from Strong Vincent High School and attended Ohio State University until he was called...
Melanie Wienczkowski
Apr 6, 2014
Melanie A. Wienczkowski, age 49 of Erie, died suddenly Sunday, April 6, 2014 at UPMC Hamot.
She was born in Erie, September 2, 1964, a daughter of the late Richard and Harriet Morey Hall.
Melanie graduated from Strong Vincent High School, attended Gannon University, and was a Medical Resident Assistant at Regency at South Shore.
She was a member of the Pulaski Club...
Mary Yanko
Apr 4, 2014
Mary Wojcicki Yanko, age 87, of Fairview, died on Friday April 4, 2014 at home. She was born on November 27, 1926 in Erie, a daughter of the late Anthony and Helen Wojcicki.
Mary graduated from St. Hedwig grade school and East High School. She was a member of St. Hedwig Church for many years. Mary loved her dogs and taking...
Kurt Schenker
Apr 4, 2014
Kurt A. Schenker age 19, of Erie, and currently of Yuma, AZ passed away on Friday, April 4, 2014 following a tragic accident.
He was born in Erie on September 10, 1994 a son of John Schenker and Corie Davis of Erie.
Kurt graduated from McDowell High School and went on to join the United States Marine Corp and was currently stationed...
Donald Whiteman
Apr 3, 2014
Donald E.Whiteman, age 94, of Girard, passed away Thursday, April 3, 2014 at Fairview Manor.
He was born July 19, 1919 in Endeavor, Forest County, Hickory Township, the son of the late Ralph and Agnes Rudolph Whiteman.
He served in the U.S Army during WW II in the 8th Infantry Division. He was a cannoneer and fuse setter and received four bronze...
Doris Kurkas
Apr 3, 2014
Doris Pearl McKissick Kurkas died peacefully in Erie, PA on April 3, 2014.
She was born at home April 9, 1928 in Philadelphia, PA to the late Samuel and Freda McKissick.
Doris was a true artist, crafting many beautiful florals, landscapes, and religious paintings, many of which hang proudly in her children’s homes. She was an avid reader of mysteries and suspense...
James Musich
Apr 3, 2014
James “Jim” M. Musich Sr. age 77, of Fairview, passed away unexpectedly Thursday, April 3, 2014 at St. Vincent Health Center.
He was born in Struthers, OH on March 26, 1937 son of the late Joseph and Anne Pauline Musich.
Jim graduated from Struthers High School and was a member of St. Julia Roman Catholic Church and the Siebenbuerger Club. Jim was...
Denise Stablein
Apr 2, 2014
Denise Stablein, age 47, of Girard, passed away on Wednesday, April 2, 2014 at her residence after a courageous battle with cancer.
She was born in Erie on July 8, 1966, she was the daughter of John and Jean Hooper George of Erie.
Denise was a 1984 graduate of St. Benedict Academy. She worked as a secretary for Keystone Rehabilitation Systems. Denise...
Alice Vanco
Apr 1, 2014
Alice Crozier Vanco, age 86, passed away surrounded by her family on April 1, 2014.
A lifelong resident of Edinboro, PA, Alice loved to sing and was a frequent soloist at Edinboro First Presbyterian and then Bethel Presbyterian Church, where she was a longtime member. She was a noted and creative cook who regularly blessed scores of friends and neighbors with...
Robert Valimont
Apr 1, 2014
Robert L. Valimont, Age 69, of Erie, died on April 1, 2014 at St. Vincent Health Center. He was born in Frenchville, PA on May 28, 1944, the son of the late Bernard Francis Valimont and Betty Brown Valimont Pressor.
Robert graduated from Academy High School. He was a machinist, working his way to supervisor at Erie Bolt. He was a...
Jack Burgess, Ii
Mar 31, 2014
Jack E. Burgess, II age 57, of Erie, passed away on Monday, March 31, 2014 at UPMC Hamot. He was born in Erie, PA on December 8, 1956, a son of the late Jack E. and Jean Nyes Burgess.
Jack graduated from Academy High School. Jack loved the outdoors. He also enjoyed listening to music, reading and learning. He liked motorcycles...
Joyce Shaffer
Mar 30, 2014
Joyce Elaine Shaffer, age 61, of Erie, passed away on March 30, 2014 at UPMC Hamot.
Born on January 26, 1953, in Chautauqua, NY she was the daughter of the late Fenton and Violet Hill Post.
She enjoyed writing and photography.
Survivors include sister, Louise Armagost and husband Lawrence of Lake City; daughter, Valerie Haag and husband Richard of Erie; son David Shaffer...
Janet Ryan
Mar 29, 2014
Janet Ryan age 71, of Cranesville passed away Saturday, March 29, 2014 at her residence following a lengthy illness.
She was born on April 22, 1942 a daughter of the late Herbert and Florence Hanrahan Fileger.
Prior to her retirement, Janet was a bus driver for the Northwestern School District for over 10 years, a packaging supervisor at Accu Spec and was...
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