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Marianne Reeher Boyce
Sep 12, 2023
Marianne Reeher Boyce, age 41, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, September 12, 2023, at her residence.
She was born on August 4, 1982, in Erie, a daughter to Patrick Boyce and the late Helen Stahlman.
Marianne graduated from McDowell High School and would further her education at the former Mercyhurst North East where she studied nursing. She enjoyed spending time...
John J. Miller, Sr.
Sep 12, 2023
John J. Miller Sr, age 65, passed away on Tuesday, September 12, 2023, after a short illness at St. Vincent Hospital.
John was born on June 10, 1958, in Erie, to the late William H. and Eleanora Sandstrom Miller.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister-in-law, Margaret Miller; niece, Holly Banner and nephew, Joey Banner.
He leaves...
William "Bill" Steadman
Sep 11, 2023
William (Bill) James Steadman, 59, passed away suddenly on September 11, 2023. He was born in Erie, PA on May 9, 1964 to the late Wilbert James Steadman and Mildred Brady Steadman Metzler. He graduated from East High School and attended classes at Gannon College.
A devout student of Catholicism, he was a lifelong member of Saint Peter Cathedral and a...
Adrian "Quan" Thomas
Sep 9, 2023
Adrian “Quan” Thomas, age 45, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, September 9, 2023, at his residence.
He was born on July 5, 1978, in Atlanta, GA, to Nanette Barkley Thomas and the late Ernest Junior Thomas.
Adrian attended the Martin Luther King Jr. Senior High School in Detroit, MI. He loved sports, especially the Las Vegas Raiders and the Golden State Warriors....
Karen Pettigrew Luczak
Sep 9, 2023
Karen Pettigrew Luczak, age 66, formerly of Girard, passed away Saturday, September 9, 2023, in Mooresville, NC.
She was born in Cincinnati, OH on December 10, 1956, daughter of the late Fred and Nancy Peters.
She was a graduate of McDowell High School and worked as an Administrative Assistant for many years before retiring to be a Grandma.
Karen had a quick witted...
Richard D. Crotty
Sep 8, 2023
Richard D. Crotty age 68, of Erie, passed away on Friday, September 8, 2023 at Pleasant Ridge Manor.
He was born in Erie on June 9, 1955, a son of the late Richard P. and Lorna Final Crotty.
Richard graduated from McDowell High School.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, David Crotty.
He is survived by two...
Agatha "Aggie" Ruscitto
Sep 7, 2023
Aggie Ruscitto, 97, of Erie passed away on September 7, 2023 at the Sarah Reed Senior Living Center. She was born in Samo, Italy on February 26, 1926, the daughter of the late Michael and Bianchina Codespoti.
Aggie graduated from Strong Vincent High School, obtained her beautician’s license and worked as a beautician before and during the early years of her...
Charlene Agnus Joint
Sep 6, 2023
Charlene Agnus Joint, age 97, of Erie, passed away peacefully, Wednesday, September 6, 2023 at Greenfield Healthcare. She was born in Erie, June 21, 1926 to the late Charles and Mary Blossy Joint.
Charlene graduated from East High School, class of 1946. She retired from General Electric in 1986, after 36 years of employment. Charlene was an avid bowler and golfer,...
Jack Kennedy McAllister, Jr.
Sep 4, 2023
Jack Kennedy McAllister Jr. transitioned peacefully from this world on September 4, 2023 at the age of 79. He departed within the loving presence of his wife and children. Jack was born in Erie PA to Captain Jack K. McAllister US Navy and Beverly W. McAllister. He was a beloved only child. Jack graduated from Strong Vincent High School in...
Ricky G. Smith
Sep 4, 2023
Ricky G. Smith, age 69, of Albion, passed away peacefully Monday, September 4, 2023.
He was born in Erie, PA on September 26, 1953, a son of the late Robert M. Smith and Audrey Dash.
Ricky attended Fairview High School. He worked as a quality inspector at Caplugs for many years. Ricky enjoyed fishing, kayaking, hanging out with his family, crafts and...
Peter A. Pizzi, Jr.
Sep 3, 2023
On September 3, 2023, at 12:30 a.m., Peter A. Pizzi, Jr., passed away with his wife, soulmate and best friend, Antoinette Pizzi by his side.
Peter A. Pizzi, Jr. was born in Erie, PA on July 20, 1941, to Jennie (Viggiano) Pizzi and Peter A. Pizzi, Sr.
He was a 1959 graduate of Strong Vincent High School.
In 1960, Pete enlisted in the...
Kirk D. Flanigan
Sep 3, 2023
Kirk D. Flanigan, age 67, of Millcreek, passed away suddenly on Sunday, September 3, 2023.
He was born in Erie, on February 15, 1956, the son of the late Edward and Audrey (Sands) Flanigan.
Kirk enjoyed boating on Lake Erie and spending time with his family and friends. He also enjoyed winning, whether it was a new friendship, a ticket at a...
Dr. Curtis C. Bannister
Sep 2, 2023
Dr. Curtis C. Bannister, age 68, of Erie, died Saturday, September 2, 2023, while camping in Ripley, NY.
Born in Erie on September 1, 1955, he was a son of the late Richard G and Virginia Akerly Bannister.
Curt graduated from General McLane High School, Behrend College, and Life University for his Doctor of Chiropractic Medicine. He owned Neck & Back...
Clare Marie Farrell
Sep 1, 2023
Clare Marie (Morehouse) Farrell, age 85, of Erie passed away Friday, September 1, 2023, at home with her family at her side. She was born in Erie on June 23, 1938, the oldest daughter of the late Kenneth and Clare (McNerney) Morehouse.
Clare, a 1956 Villa Maria Academy graduate, graduated from Villa Maria College in 1960, with a B.S. in Elementary...
Danny "Butch" Jones
Sep 1, 2023
Danny “Butch” Jones, a resident of Lecom at Village Square, formerly of West 3rd Street, passed away at the age of 79 on Friday, September 1, 2023 at UPMC Hamot. He was born in New York on June 11, 1944 to the late Johnett and Carolyn Reese Jones.
Butch is survived by several cousins including, Russell Williams and Christine Coulibaly.
Private burial...
Shirley R. Brown
Aug 30, 2023
Shirley R. Wurst Brown, age 82, of Erie, passed away on Wednesday, August 30, 2023 at UPMC Hamot.
She was born in Erie, PA on July 14, 1941, a daughter of the late Edward and Ruth Otteni Wurst.
Shirley graduated from Academy High School Class of 1959.
She co-owned and operated Brown Brothers Golden Dawn along with her husband. She worked in the...
Barbara Charles
Aug 29, 2023
Barbara Yeager Charles, age 86, of Erie, passed away on Tuesday, August 29, 2023, at Brevillier Village.
She was born in Erie, PA on December 29th, 1936, the daughter of the late Margaret Mulderick and Albert E. Yeager.
She graduated from St. Joseph’s School, Class of 1950, AcademyHigh School, Class of 1954 and St. Vincent School of Nursing, Class of 1957. ...
Robert "Obie" Obendorfer
Aug 28, 2023
Robert “Obie” Obendorfer, age 79, of Erie, passed away on Monday, August 28, 2023 at his residence.
He was born in Erie on April 8, 1944 to the late Fred and Anna Kruger Obendorfer.
Robert graduated from Tech Memorial High School in 1963. He served with the U.S. Air Force in the Vietnam Conflict and worked at General Electric for 42 years,...
Geoffrey G. Garity
Aug 28, 2023
Geoffrey G. Garity, age 58 of Girard, was called home to the Lord on August 28, 2023, at St. Vincent Health Center following a brief illness.
He was born in Erie on October 13, 1964, the son of Gerald “Jerry” and the late Linda Devereaux Garity.
Geoff was a 1982 graduate of Girard High School. He was part of the family business,...
Martha Rose Pierce
Aug 27, 2023
Martha Rose Pierce, age 83, of Fairview, passed away on Sunday August 27, 2023 at Pleasant Ridge Manor.
She was born in Greene County PA on February 16, 1940, a daughter of the late John and Rose Hnat Soukup.
She graduated from Masontown High School and was employed by the US Postal Service. She enjoyed gardening and her plants.
In addition...
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