OBITUARIES
Recent Erie County, PA Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Erie Pennsylvania and Surrounding North-Western PA Areas
John Alexander
Jan 18, 2025
John B. Alexander, age 62, passed away peacefully at his residence after a long, hard fought battle with cancer on Saturday, January 18, 2025 with his loving wife by his side. He was born on February 9, 1962 in Erie, a son of the late Richard and Donna Marie (Denning) Alexander.
John was an accomplished martial artist, winning many awards in the...
Corine R. Fischer
Jan 17, 2025
Corine R. Fischer, age 76, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 17, 2025 at UPMC Hamot Hospital, surrounded by the love of her family. She was born on June 30, 1948 in Erie, a daughter of the late Theodore and Anne (Lawrence) Patasky.
Corine graduated from McDowell High school and went on to study education at Edinboro University and then Canisius...
Linda Rivera-Pena
Jan 17, 2025
Linda Rivera-Pena, 72, of Erie, passed away peacefully with her children by her side on Friday, January 17, 2025 at LECOM at Presque Isle. She was born May 29, 1952 in Buffalo, NY, a daughter of the late Anthony and Caroline (Cameroni) Klonowski.
She was a devoted mother and a compassionate caregiver, dedicating many years to her work as a home...
Anthony Lawrence
Dec 27, 2024
Anthony Ray Lawrence, age 68, of Erie, passed away on Friday, December 27, 2024. He was born on August 1, 1956 in Erie, a son of the late Okey and Rosalie (Prindle) Lawrence.
Anthony started his career at a young age working for Skinner Engine and later moving on to companies known as First and Penn Environmental before retiring at a...
Denise Christianson
Dec 22, 2024
Denise Pfister Christianson, 58, of Erie, sadly passed away on Sunday, December 22, 2024 after a short illness. She was born April 24, 1966 in Erie, a daughter of Bill and Judy (Behr) Pfister.
Denise graduated from McDowell High School and owned Advanced Placement Services.
Denise was a power house of a lovely lady, and was cherished by many. She truly loved...
Jackie Ciano
Dec 19, 2024
Jacqueline "Jackie" A. Ciano, age 75, passed away on Thursday, December 19, 2024 at UPMC Hamot Hospital. She was born on August 31, 1949 in Erie, a daughter of the late William and Mary (Smith) Cada.
Jackie was a graduate of Strong Vincent High School, Class of 1967. She worked as a nursing supervisor for numerous years until her retirement. She...
Herbert “Herb” Buckel
Dec 18, 2024
Although Herbert John Buckel passed away at UPMC Hamot on December 18, 2024, his unmistakable sense of humor will live on through every person who had the joy of hearing one of his jokes or hilarious stories. Herb was born on February 5, 1960 in Erie, the son of late Herbert Daniel Buckel and Frances Marucci Buckel Orlando and eventual...
Armoni Joseph Cantu
Dec 17, 2024
It is with profound sorrow that we announce the sudden and tragic passing of Armoni Cantu on December 17, 2024. He was born in Erie on August 14, 2007 and was a cherished son, grandson, brother, nephew, cousin and friend.
Armoni had a passion for music, rapping, playing Xbox with friends, and watching sports. He always dressed to impress, and above...
James D. Karle
Dec 6, 2024
James D. Karle, age 53, passed away Friday, December 6, 2024. He was born on December 29, 1970, in Erie, a son of James J. Karle and Nancy (Izbicki) Saunders.
He was a graduate of Fairview High School, Class of 1990. James was known for his love of the outdoors, particularly hunting. He was a sports and science fiction enthusiast. He...
Dahte Homan
Dec 5, 2024
Dahte (Dorothy Elaine) Homan, age 81, passed away after a brief illness on Thursday, December 5, 2024 at Saint Vincent Hospital. She was born on February 10, 1943, a daughter of the late Raymond and Barbara (Kolenda) Homan.
Dahte and grew up in McKean Township. She graduated from General McLane High School in 1961 and from Sonoma State College (California) in...
Angela C. Hayes
Dec 2, 2024
Angelina C. DiNicola Hayes, 92, of Erie, passed away Monday, December 2, 2024 at LECOM Senior Living Center. She was born July 1, 1932 in Erie, daughter of the late Carlo and Yolanda (Montagna) DiNicola.
Angelina graduated from Strong Vincent High School. Following her graduation, she worked as a waitress and then worked on an assembly line at Erie Resistor making...
Joseph Chiappazzi
Dec 1, 2024
Joseph P. Chiappazzi, 82, of Erie, passed away Sunday, December 1, 2024 at UPMC Hamot after a brief illness. He was born August 21, 1942 in Erie, a son of the late Frank and Grace (DiNitto) Chiappazzi.
Joe proudly served his country as a Chaplain in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. He dedicated 38 years to working at...
Michael A. DiNunzio
Nov 30, 2024
Michael A. DiNunzio, 67, of Erie, passed away Saturday, November 30, 2024 at his residence after a lengthy illness. He was born March 4, 1957 in Erie, son of the late Anthony and Arlene (Vaydanich) DiNunzio.
Mchael was a graduate of Strong Vincent High School and Gannon University.
After graduation he was employed at Erie Strayer and later worked with Tom Yarrington...
Olga M. Lombardozzi
Nov 28, 2024
Olga Mary (Graczyk) Lombardozzi, 91, of Erie, passed away Thursday, November 28, 2024 at LECOM at Village Square. She was born October 8, 1933 in Erie, a daughter of the late Joseph and Stella (Kosko) Graczyk.
Known as Aunt Olga on one side of the family and Aunt Rickey on the other, Olga loved her family above all else. She enjoyed...
Ronald DiVecchio
Nov 24, 2024
Ronald J. DiVecchio, 90, of Erie passed away surrounded by his family on Sunday, November 24 2024, after a brief illness. He was born November 18 1934 in Erie son of the late Guilio and Anita (Angelotti) DiVecchio.
Ron was a proud graduate of Strong Vincent High School, Class of 1953. He served in the United States Army and attended Gannon...
Dale Olson
Nov 24, 2024
Dale Donald Olson, age 63, passed away on Sunday, November 24, 2024. He was born on December 22, 1960 in Erie, a son of the late Donald and Rita (Novel) Olson.
Dale was a graduate of Fort LeBoeuf High School, Class of 1979. He loved hunting, fishing and pitching horseshoes with his brother.
He is survived by his son, Danny D. Olson...
Douglas B. Erdely
Nov 22, 2024
Douglas Brian Erdely, 61, of Erie, passed away Friday, November 22, 2024 at Saint Vincent Hospital after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born May 31, 1963 in Erie, a son of the late Frank R. Erdely and the late Karen D. (Larson) Erdely Sabatine.
Doug was a graduate of Tech Memorial High School Class of 1981. He worked at...
Angela A. DeSanto Smoulder
Nov 21, 2024
Angela A. DeSanto Smoulder (née Mabie), age 58, passed away on Thursday, November 21, 2024, at Novant Forsyth Medical Center in Winston-Salem, NC, following a brief illness. Her loving family, traveling from across the country, was by her side. She was born on July 30, 1966, in Erie, PA, the daughter of the late Angelo and Carmella (DeSantes) DeSanto.
Angela was...
Carmela E. Scalise
Nov 14, 2024
Carmela E. Vitale Scalise, 80, of Erie, passed away Thursday, November 14, 2024. She was born April 24, 1944 in Forli del Sannio, Italy, a daughter of the late Antimo and Emelia (Mozzocco) Vitale.
Her family was blessed with a successful journey, (one week by boat), to the shores of America in 1954. After learning the English language and graduating from...
Alberto Melaragno
Nov 10, 2024
Alberto Melaragno, age 98, of Greene Township passed away at home on November 10, 2024, 45 days shy of his 99th birthday. Alberto was born in Vandra, Forli del Sannio, Italy on December 15, 1925, a son of the late Michele and Graziella Chiacchiari Melaragno.
Alberto immigrated with his wife and son to the United States in 1971, arriving on the...
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