Obituaries
Phyllis G. Woods
Apr 27, 2024
Phyllis G. Woods, 97, of Edinboro, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, April 27, 2024 at Edinboro Manor. She was born on February 5, 1927 in Draketown, PA, where she grew up on a farm with her parents, the late Kenneth and Elizabeth (Sherwood) Gardner, and older brother, Axell.
In 1944, Phyllis graduated from Edinboro High School, where she...
Sharon L. Baney
Apr 21, 2024
Sharon L. Baney, 70 of Fairview, formerly of McKean, died Sunday, April 21, 2024 at Pleasant Ridge Manor. She was born in Elwood City, PA on March 22, 1954, the daughter of the late Raymond and Enid Baney.
Sharon was a resident of the Barber National Institute in Erie for many years and worked in their workshop. She loved to draw,...
Dr. John "Jack" Urban
Apr 16, 2024
Dr. John (Jack) David Urban, 86 of Edinboro, PA, died Tuesday, April 16, 2024 at St. Vincent Hospital in Erie, PA. He was born in Greensburg, PA on July 21, 1937, the son of the late John and Louise (Davey) Urban.
Jack graduated from Greensburg High School in 1956 where he played football, basketball, and track....
Michelle A. McElhenny
Apr 15, 2024
Michelle A. McElhenny, also known as “MAC”, 61, of Venango, formerly of Erie, died on Monday, April 15, 2024 at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Erie on June 11, 1962, the daughter of the late Ivan and Marilyn Johnston.
She graduated from Strong Vincent High School in 1980. Michelle then attended nursing school and...
Peter R. Campbell
Apr 11, 2024
Peter Ray Campbell, born on May 20, 1986, at Hamot Hospital in Erie, PA, passed away peacefully on April 11, 2024, surrounded by friends and family. Peter was a beacon of joy and resilience, his journey defined by love, laughter, and an indomitable spirit.
From the moment he entered this world, Peter's infectious smile lit up the room. Despite facing the...
Joan Lee Estes
Apr 7, 2024
Joan Lee (Andrews) Estes, 93, of Edinboro, passed away on April 7, 20024 at Edinboro Manor. She was born in Erie on March 9, 1931 to Stanley G. and Madeline (DiPlacido) Andrews.
Joan attended St. Andrews and graduated from Strong Vincent High School in 1949. Joan had a passion for dancing (especially during lunch time at Strong Vincent) and she...
Douglas Steven Myers
Mar 23, 2024
Douglas Steven Myers, 51, of McKean, passed away after battling a long illness, surrounded by his wife and children at St Vincent Hospital on March 23, 2024.
Doug was born in Erie, to Francis “Frank” Joseph Myers, Jr. and Jean Marie (Wisinski) on April 20, 1972. Siblings include Francis (Diane), Norman, Mark (Lisa), Mary Katherine (Todd), Antoinette (Ronald) and Christopher.
Doug married...
Iva Davis
Mar 7, 2024
Iva Robison Davis, 94 of Edinboro, went home to be with Jesus on Thursday, March, 7, 2024. She was born in Cranesville, PA, on November 30, 1929, to the late John and Margaret Robison.
Iva's greatest joy in life was knowing Jesus Christ as her Savior and Lord. She was a long time member of Cranesville Bible Church. She...
Patricia A. Swoger
Feb 29, 2024
Patricia A. Swoger, 96, of Edinboro, died Thursday, February 29, 2024 at Sarah Reed Senior Living Center. She was born in Pittsburgh, PA on May 8, 1927, the daughter of the late James and Genevieve Swoger.
Pat graduated from Mercy Hospital Nursing School and worked as an RN at the Veteran Affairs Medical Centers in Cleveland, Oil City, but mostly in...
Robert J. Kraus
Feb 4, 2024
Robert J. Kraus, 90 of Edinboro, died Sunday, February 4, 2024 at Edinboro Manor. He was born in Erie, PA on December 4, 1933, the son of the late Richard and Marcella Kraus.
Bob attended East High School in Erie. He served in the US Army for two years and worked as a coremaker for Erie Casting Co. for over 30...
Larry K. Harned
Jan 25, 2024
Larry K. Harned, Sr., 85 of Edinboro, died Thursday, January 25, 2024 at St. Vincent Hospital. He was born in Edinboro on April 30, 1938, the son of the late Lynn and Edna Harned.
A lifelong resident of Edinboro, Larry graduated from the former Edinboro High School. He owned and operated Harned Roofing and Painting for 45 years and was a...
Luis Figueroa
Jan 20, 2024
Luis Santiago Figueroa, 90 of McKean, died Saturday, January 20, 2024 at his home, surrounded by his family. He was born in Naranjito, Puerto Rico on January 1, 1934, the son of the late Felix and Antonia Figueroa.
Luis worked for Riley Stoker in Erie for many years. He enjoyed farming, gardening and horseback riding. He loved all types...
David L. Moraski
Jan 16, 2024
David L. Moraski, 58 of Edinboro, died Tuesday, January 16, 2024 at his home. He was born May 15, 1965 in Anchorage, Alaska, the son of Thomas and Sandy Moraski.
David graduated from General McLane High School in 1983 and earned an associate degree from Triangle Tech. He was currently employed as an inspector for PennDOT, where he worked for 20...
Michael J. "Shorty" Samples
Jan 6, 2024
Michael J. “Shorty” Samples, 41, of Erie, died Saturday, January 6, 2024 at his home. He was born in Erie on January 4, 1983, the son of the late Emory “Skeeter” Wolf and Jeanie Samples Burnett.
Mike graduated from General McLane High School in the class of 2002. He was a long term valued employee of Contemporary Motorcar in Erie....
Elaine Louise Cooney Spiller
Jan 1, 2024
Elaine Louise Cooney Spiller, age 87, passed away peacefully at her home in Westerville, Ohio on January 1, 2024, surrounded by her loving family.
Daughter of the late Elaine Blanden and Willis Cooney, Elaine was born in Warren, Pennsylvania on October 14, 1936. After primary and high school, Elaine ventured to Erie where she earned a bachelor’s degree in...
Daniel Moul
Dec 20, 2023
Daniel A. Moul, 53 of Erie, died unexpectedly Wednesday, December 20, 2023 at UPMC Hamot. He was born in Corry, PA on January 17, 1970, the son of Susan (Moul) Reed and the late Dell Moul.
Dan worked as a tile layer for Jay’s Flooring. He had over 30 years experience in tile laying design. He enjoyed motorcycles and...
Loretta (Sawicki) Vanstone
Dec 6, 2023
Loretta Vanstone, 76 of Edinboro, died Wednesday, December 6, 2023 at St. Vincent Hospital. She was born in Pittsburgh, on October 8, 1947, the daughter of the late Walter J. and Josephine (Kuzio) Sawicki, and later also raised by Cyl (Alexandrunas) Sawicki.
Upon graduation from Vincentian Academy High School in Pittsburgh, Loretta went on to study Dental Hygiene at...
Wanita Kennedy
Nov 29, 2023
Wanita Gail (Snyder) Kennedy, 91 of Edinboro, passed away on Wednesday, November 29, 2023 at UPMC Hamot. She was born in California, PA on Aug. 7, 1932 the daughter of the late William Gale Snyder and Mary Edna Snyder.
Wanita graduated from California Community High School in 1950 and received a degree in accounting from Penn Commercial College. She...
Christopher E. Linder
Nov 19, 2023
Christopher Eugene Linder, 77 of McKean, died Sunday, November 19, 2023 at home. He was born June 2, 1946 in Ridgway, PA, the son of the late Leroy and Janice Linder.
The family moved to Saegertown, PA and in 1964 Chris graduated from Saegertown Junior/Senior High School, where he played trumpet in the marching band. After graduation, he served in...
John Francis Weber
Nov 12, 2023
John F. Weber, 76, of Meadville, died Sunday, November 12, 2023 at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Erie on August 6, 1947, the son of the late John and Elizabeth (Plavcan) Weber.
John was a Vietnam Army Veteran and following his service spent 43 years at Applied Industrial Technologies (formerly Bearings, Inc.)....
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