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Addison James Graham

Addison James Graham

Sep 13, 2023

Addison James Graham, age 21, of Erie, passed away Wednesday, September 13, 2023.  He was born in Erie, November 6, 2001, a son of John P. and Aimee Burkhart Graham.

Addison attended Erie High School and worked in customer service for Get-Go.  He enjoyed video gaming and anime. 

He is preceded in death by his grandmother, Debra Burkhart, his grandfather, John...

Alice M. Hudder, PhD.

Alice M. Hudder, PhD.

Sep 13, 2023

Alice M. Hudder, PhD., age 63, of Erie, passed away on Wednesday, September 13, 2023 at the Cleveland Clinic, following a brief illness.

She was born in Long Island, NY on February 12, 1960, a daughter of the late, Paul and Phyllis Raiken Hudder.

Alice earned a Regents Diploma from WT Clarke High School in Westbury, NY, a BA and Masters degree...

Renae Marie Koehle

Renae Marie Koehle

Sep 12, 2023

Renae Marie Koehle, age 64, of Erie, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 12, 2023, surrounded by her loving family following a brief illness. She was born in Erie on December 24, 1958, a daughter of the late Chi and Connie Sulecki.

Renae was raised in a loving home in Erie’s East Bayfront and she proudly spent her entire life working...

Carolyn Siegel

Carolyn Siegel

Sep 12, 2023

Carolyn Siegel, 91, of Erie, passed away on Tuesday, September 12, 2023, at her residence.

She was born in Reynoldsville, PA on May 20, 1932, the daughter of the late Homer and Iva Mae Carl Frank.

She was a graduate of Reynoldsville High School and attended Hamot School of Nursing. She worked as a registered nurse at Hamot Hospital in Erie for...

George W. Tanner, Jr.

George W. Tanner, Jr.

Sep 12, 2023

George W. Tanner, Jr. age 52 of Millcreek, PA passed away on Tuesday, September 12, 2023, unexpectedly at his residence.

George was born in Erie, PA on November 24, 1970, the son of Beatrice C. Tanner and the late George W. Tanner, Sr.

George graduated from North East High School in 1988 and soon after enlisted in the United States Army. He...

John J. Miller, Sr.

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...

Marianne Reeher Boyce

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...

William "Bill" Steadman

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

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

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

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

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

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,...

Ricky G. Smith

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...

Jack Kennedy McAllister, Jr.

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...

Peter A. Pizzi, Jr.

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

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

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

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

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...

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