OBITUARIES
Recent Erie County, PA Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Erie Pennsylvania and Surrounding North-Western PA Areas
Joann Starr Maggio
Mar 26, 2025
Joann Starr Maggio, of Erie, PA received her wings on the starry night of March 26, 2025 surrounded by her loving family.
Born October 24, 1944 in Hickory, NC, daughter of Nolan and Dollie (McCrary) Starr.
Joann shared 59 wonderful years of marriage with her devoted husband and best friend, Joseph Maggio.
Joann was a loving mother to Stacy (Matthew) Stephens and Michael...
Laura Lombardozzi
Mar 25, 2025
Laura (DiNicola) Lombardozzi, 97, joined hands with God on March 25, 2025 while surrounded by her family.
The world became a much brighter place on March 21, 1928, the day Laura was born to her parents, the late Ergomino and Giuliva (Mannarelli) DiNicola. Growing up in Erie's Little Italy, she graduated from Strong Vincent High School. Laura worked for many years...
Rosa Aviles
Mar 15, 2025
Rosa Esther Aviles, 81, of Erie, passed away Saturday, March 15, 2025 at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born April 29, 1943 in Adjuntas, Puerto Rico, a daughter of the late Jose and Carmen (Martinez) Aviles.
Rosa graced her family and friends with her radiant smile, warm spirit, and unwavering love for everyone throughout her life. She...
Renee Ann Frawley
Mar 10, 2025
Renee A. Frawley, age 52, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, March 10, 2025 at UPMC Hamot Hospital. She was born on February 17, 1973 in Erie, a daughter of Henry Hutchins and the late Deborah (Blose) Cassatt.
She was an amazing mother and grandmother, always cherishing time spent with her family. She enjoyed playing Yahtzee and working on puzzles together. Organizing...
Elena Esposito
Mar 7, 2025
Elena T. Rodriguez Esposito, 91, the strength, beauty, and matriarch of the Esposito family died peacefully Friday, March 7, 2025 surrounded by loved ones. She was born April 9, 1933 a daughter of the late Teodoro and Elena (Cantoni) Rodriguez. Elena lived a long and fulfilling life, but, no time was long enough for those who loved her. She proudly...
Kathleen Trabucco
Mar 4, 2025
Kathleen Marie Karg (Allio) Trabucco of Wake Forest, NC passed away on March 4th after a lengthy 15-year battle with Parkinson's Disease, one that she fought with dignity and grace at every turn. Kathy was born August 17, 1955, to the late Andrew P. and Mary Jane Karg in Oil City, PA. Kathy graduated from Venango Christian High School 1973....
Alice Czarnecki
Mar 4, 2025
Alice Horak Czarnecki, 89, of Erie, passed away Tuesday, March 4, 2025 at Nightingale Nursing and Rehab Center. She was born July 3, 1935 in Ambridge, PA a daughter of the late Alois and Bernice Horak.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Thomas Czarnecki and a sister, Bernice Zielinski.
She is survived by her two...
Linda Farver
Mar 3, 2025
Linda M. Fatica Farver, age 77, passed away peacefully on Monday, March 3, 2025 at LECOM at Presque Isle. She was born on January 7, 1948 in Erie, a daughter of the late Anthony Liberatore and Yvonne (DiNunzio) Valvo.
Linda was a proud graduate of Strong Vincent High School, Class of 1965. She worked as an optician for many years...
Betty Herwick Barlow
Mar 1, 2025
Betty D. Herwick Barlow, 67, formerly of Erie, passed away Saturday, March 1, 2025 at Rolling Fields Eldercare Community in Conneautville, PA. She was born August 25, 1957 in Erie, a daughter of the late Hyle K. Herwick, Sr. and Doris Moore Herwick.
Betty dedicated herself to the medical field as a van driver, a role that allowed her to connect...
Mary Ann (Viveralli) Luke
Feb 28, 2025
Mary Ann Viveralli Luke, age 92, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family, on Friday, February 28, 2025 at Saint Mary's Home at Asbury Ridge. She was born on May 23, 1932 in Erie, a daughter of the late Joseph (Giuseppe) and Assunta Fortunato Viveralli.
Along with a strong faith in God, she was a vibrant, energetic, and selfless woman who...
Paula Lachesky
Feb 26, 2025
Paula Chrostowski Lachesky, 68, of Erie, passed away Wednesday, February 26, 2025 at Select Specialty Hospital. She was born January 9, 1957 in Erie, a daughter of Peter P. Chrostowski and the late JoAnn Lachowski Chrostowski.
Paula was a graduate of Saint Benedict Academy. She worked as a nurse's aide at Manchester Commons and Saint Mary's at Asbury Ridge.
Paula's passion for...
Cionia C. Dickerson-Payne
Feb 26, 2025
Cionia C. Dickerson-Payne, age 43, passed away on Wednesday, February 26, 2025 at UPMC Hamot. She was born in Erie on September 17, 1981, a daughter of Tonynia Babcock and Darrell Dickerson (Tammy).
Cionia attended Erie Central High School and later earned her degrees from Edinboro University and Ashworth College. A passionate reader and artist, she enjoyed drawing and dancing. She...
Christine Romance
Feb 25, 2025
Christine A. Romance, 70, of East Springfield, PA, lost her fight of 14 years from dementia on Tuesday, February 25, 2025. She was born September 30, 1954 in Denver, CO, a daughter of the late Mario and Carolyn (McCoy) Marcanio.
Chris dedicated numerous years to the nurturing and development of children as a devoted Child Care Aide. Her compassion and dedication...
James Calabrese
Feb 24, 2025
James L. Calabrese, 67, of Erie, passed away Monday, February 24, 2025 at the Cleveland Clinic. He was born August 27, 1957 in Erie, a son of the late Joseph and Mary (Rodriguez) Calabrese.
He was a graduate of Strong Vincent High School and the Erie Institute of Technology.
Jim's impressive 40-year career in Information Technology spanned a significant portion of his...
Diane E. Presogna Trojanovich
Feb 21, 2025
Diane E. Presogna Trojanovich, 65, of Erie, passed away Friday, February 21, 2025 at Saint Vincent Hospital. She was born December 15, 1959 in Erie, a daughter of the late Ralph and Dorothy (Roach) Presogna.
Diane was a graduate of Saint Andrew Grade School and Strong Vincent High School, Class of 1978, and continued her education at Bryant and Stratton Business...
Raymond Fiorelli
Feb 11, 2025
Raymond "Ray" Fiorelli, devoted husband, beloved father and grandfather, dedicated educator, snazzy dresser, and uncredited inventor of the Dad Joke passed away on February 11, 2025 at UPMC Hamot.
A lifelong Erie resident, Ray was born August 7, 1942 to Raymond and Rose (DiCarlo) Fiorelli. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by brother Ron Fiorelli. Ray graduated...
Elma Christopher
Feb 11, 2025
Elma L. Fratarcangeli Christopher, 91, of Erie, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 11, 2025 at Sarah Reed Senior Living. She was born May 10, 1933, a daughter of the late Clino and Florence (LaRiccia) Fratarcangeli.
Elma worked as a teacher's aide in the Erie School District.
Elma was renowned for her warm-hearted spirit, particularly in her love for hosting family gatherings....
Virginia Loader
Feb 1, 2025
Virginia "Ginger" Venturini Loader, age 89, of Erie, passed away peacefully at her residence on Saturday, February 1, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was born July 30, 1935 in Erie, a daughter of the late Farvio and Josephine (Comi) Venturini.
Ginger deeply valued her family and found joy in cooking and hosting Sunday dinners and holiday gatherings. Her happiest...
Lisa Renee Vaughn
Jan 30, 2025
Lisa R. Roberts Vaughn, age 54, passed away on Thursday, January 30, 2025 at Saint Vincent Hospital. She was born in Erie, a daughter of Alan Roberts (Lucy) and the late Linda (Geer) Roberts.
Lisa graduated from McDowell High School with the Class of 1989. She went on to attend Edinboro University, where she pursued a degree in sociology. Lisa had a...
Angeline "Angie" A. Aquillano Gualtieri
Jan 29, 2025
With heavy hearts we announce the passing of our Mom, Angeline "Angie" A. Aquillano Gualtieri, at the grand old age of 93, on Wednesday, January 29, 2025, surrounded by her loving family, at Sarah Reed Senior Living. She was born in Erie on June 10, 1931, daughter of the late Canilaro "Carl" and Caroline (Manciero) Aquillano.
In addition to her parents,...
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