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Frederick Kruse
Oct 24, 2021
Frederick William Kruse died peacefully in his sleep on October 24, 2021 in his home in Fairview.
Fritz Kruse was 97. He was born on September 24, 1924, the third oldest of seven siblings, the sons and daughters of Henry G. and Hattie Kruse.
Fritz was born on the Kruse farm on Van Camp Road where he lived and experienced the challenges...
Shirley Kraus
Oct 23, 2021
Shirley H. Kraus, age 97, died October 23, 2021 at Saint Vincent Health Center. A lifelong resident of Erie, she was the daughter of Irwin and Edna Wambsgans Little.
Shirley was a graduate of Academy High School, and a charter member of the Ruth Guild at Saint John Lutheran Church. She was a member of the Siebenbuerger Auxillary Club, and the...
Brenda Eddy
Oct 23, 2021
My wings were ready, my story is written. Hello;
Brenda Mae Eddy 72. My parents first born, on Independence Day. Lighting the sky up July 4, 1949. I passed away peacefully on October 23, 2021 at LECOM Senior Living Center, surrounded by so much love and care and to see my family. As the first born I walked with purpose, meaning,...
Janet Plavcan
Oct 23, 2021
Janet Eunice Liebler Plavcan, age 82, of Erie, passed away peacefully on October 23, 2021 surrounded by family after a short but brave battle with cancer.
She was born May 4, 1939 the daughter of William J. and Eunice Dwyer Liebler.
Janet graduated from Mercyhurst High School and then completed her schooling and graduated from Mercyhurst College. She attended Edinboro College where...
John Marsden, Sr.
Oct 22, 2021
John R. Marsden, Sr. went to his eternal home on Friday, October 22, 2021 after a brief illness. He will be missed by all that knew him.
John was born on February 5, 1935, in Pittsburgh, PA to the late John B. (Jack) Marsden and Jeanne Marsden – Foley.
He is survived by a sister, Janet E. Snyder of Lucinda, PA. ...
Helen Marthaler
Oct 22, 2021
Helen A. (Przewrocki) Marthaler, age 99, passed away peacefully to her Heavenly Reward on Friday, October 22, 2021. She was born June 14, 1922 in Erie the daughter of the late Andrew and Josephine Przewrocki. She was the last surviving member of a family of 13 children.
She attended Strong Vincent High School class of 1940. Helen then met a handsome...
James Oakes
Oct 22, 2021
James “Jimmy” Oakes, age 41, of Erie Homes for Children and Adults and formerly of Lake City, PA passed away on Friday, October 22, 2021.
He was born in Erie, PA on August 14, 1980, the son of Robin Gaskey, but raised by his grandmother Marilyn Oakes of Lake City.
He attended International Barber Institute, in Erie and he loved music, car...
Brenda Strubel
Oct 21, 2021
Brenda Strubel, age 54, passed away on Thursday, October 21, 2021 at UPMC Hamot, surrounded by her family.
She was born in Erie on September 28, 1967, daughter of the John and Judith McMann Strubel of McKean.
Brenda loved her family and everyone she met and they all loved her.
In addition to her parents, she is survived by her sister; Tammy Whitehill...
Richard Kovach
Oct 21, 2021
Richard Lee Kovach, age 75, of Erie, passed away on Thursday, October 21, 2021 at his residence.
He was born in Windber, PA on October 25, 1945 a son of the late Steve and Twila Robb Kovach.
Richard graduated from St. Francis College.
He was employed as a manager at Verizon for 42 years.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death...
Mary Lou Carlson
Oct 20, 2021
Mary Lou Carlson, age 84 of Clymer, NY passed away on Wednesday, October 20, 2021 at the home of her daughter.
She was born in Erie on January 27, 1937, a daughter of the late Christ and Margaret Howard Petersen. Mary Lou resided at the home of her daughter and son-in-law’s for seven years until the passing of her husband, Erland....
Kathleen Genis
Oct 18, 2021
Kathleen L. “Kathy” Genis, age 65, of Erie, passed away on Monday, October 18, 2021 at UPMC Hamot.
She was born in Erie on May 5, 1956, a daughter of the late James A. and Eunice M. Young Ketcham.
Kathy was a 1974 graduate of Iroquois High School. She worked as a Residential Manager for the Barber National Institute for more than...
Mary Songer
Oct 18, 2021
Mary Songer, age 84, of Erie, passed away peacefully on Monday, October 18, 2021.
Beloved wife of 58 years to the late Thomas E. Songer; mother of Thomas (Nancy), Patrick (Gail), and Michael (Bernadette) Songer; grandmother of Stephen, Nicholas, Mary Grace, and Patricia; and sister of the late William P. Garvey.
Mary was a graduate of St. Joseph’s High School...
Wendy Kallgren
Oct 17, 2021
Wendy Gouldthorpe Eidenmuller Kallgren, 74, of Union City, passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 17, 2021 at Bickford Senior Living after a long battle with Alzheimer’s. She was born in Erie on February 12, 1947 of the late Dr. Dunstan and Helen Gouldthorpe. Always the overachieving student, Wendy graduated from Wesleyville High School as Valedictorian and Salutatorian, magna cum laude,...
George Tate, Iii
Oct 17, 2021
Deacon George “Charlie” D. Tate III
George D. Tate III, 56, transitioned on to eternal life on Sunday, October 17, 2021 surrounded by his loving family.
He was born in Erie, PA on March 25, 1965 to his mother and father, Barbara Ann DeBoe Tate and Rev. George Tate, Jr. One of the reasons he was nicknamed “Charlie” by his family...
Mark Lindberg
Oct 17, 2021
Mark L. Lindberg age 56, of Millcreek passed away on Sunday, October 17, 2021 at UPMC Hamot.
He was born in Erie on November 26, 1964 the son of the late Leon and Mary McElroy Lindberg.
Mark graduated from Mercyhurst Prep and then received his bachelor’s degree from Penn State Behrend and Master’s Degree from Edinboro University.
Mark enjoyed fishing and spending time...
Nancy Kontis
Oct 16, 2021
Nancy J. Scheppner Kontis age 74, of Erie, passed away on Saturday, October 16, 2021.
She was born in Erie on April 30, 1947 a daughter of the late Donald and Marilyn Scheppner.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Lee A. Kontis and two brothers, Richard and Matthew.
Nancy attended St. Andrew’s School and Villa...
Larry Fiscus
Oct 16, 2021
Larry O. Fiscus, age 79, of Erie, passed away Saturday, October 16, 2021 at LECOM at Presque Isle after battling a long illness. He was born in Marionville, Pa, January 21, 1942 to the late William and Grace Minnick Fiscus.
Larry was a dedicated fisherman, he was talented with painting, and drawing. He was an avid video gamer, and a beloved...
Betty Bergquist
Oct 16, 2021
Betty Jo Bergquist, age 99, of Erie, passed away on Saturday, October 16, 2021 at Sarah Reed Senior Living.
She was born in Kansas City, MO on October 2, 1922, a daughter of the late Floyd Earl and Grace A. Van Clay Bray.
Betty Jo was a 1941 graduate of Beaufort High School in Beaufort South Carolina. She relocated to Erie from...
Robert Andersen
Oct 16, 2021
Robert C. Andersen, age 69, of Erie, passed away on Saturday, October 16, 2021 due to cancer.
He was born in Erie on June 6, 1952. Robert was the son of the late Andrew Andersen and Anna Watral Andersen. Robert attended East High School and later got his GED. Afterwards he worked at National Forge as a millwright. Robert had many...
Darlene Pruyn
Oct 16, 2021
Darlene J. Pruyn, age 73, of Erie, passed away on Saturday, October 16, 2021 at Millard Fillmore Suburban Hospital in Buffalo, NY.
She was born in Coudersport, PA on June 10, 1948 a daughter of the late Mead and Julia Blythe Cochran.
She was a lifelong employee at General Electric. She was a member of the Erie Yacht Club and member of...
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