OBITUARIES

Recent Erie County, PA Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Erie Pennsylvania and Surrounding North-Western PA Areas

Steven DiNicola

Steven DiNicola

Jul 19, 2025

Steven A. DiNicola, 71, of Erie, passed away unexpectedly Saturday, July 19, 2025 at Saint Vincent Hospital. He was born December 2, 1953 in Erie, a son of the late Amelio and Bertha (Janik) DiNicola.

A proud graduate of McDowell High School, Steve distinguished himself as a golf medalist. He was the owner and operator with his late father of DiNicola...

Thomas Cahill

Thomas Cahill

Jul 17, 2025

Thomas F. Cahill, 86, of Erie, passed away Thursday, July 17, 2025 at Saint Vincent Hospital. He was born September 3, 1938 in Smithport, PA, a son of the late Thomas and Ellen (Strand) Cahill.

A proud graduate of Strong Vincent High School's Class of 1956, Tom distinguished himself as an outstanding athlete, earning All-City honors in football, basketball, and baseball.

After...

Raymond M. Grignol, Jr.

Raymond M. Grignol, Jr.

Jul 15, 2025

Raymond M. Grignol, Jr., age 76, passed away at UPMC Hamot Hospital on Tuesday, July 15, 2025. He was born on February 1, 1949 in Erie, a son of the late Raymond and Remley (Ives) Grignol.

Ray was a native of Erie County, Pennsylvania. He graduated from Tech Memorial High School, Class of 1968. Immediately following high school, he was...

Richard "Dick" D. DiMattio

Richard "Dick" D. DiMattio

Jul 4, 2025

Richard "Dick" D. DiMattio passed away peacefully on Friday, July 4, 2025.

He was born on September 3, 1942, a beloved son of the late Domenick and Emilia (Parlante) DiMattio.

Richard will be remembered as a hardworking and devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend. He worked at GTE/Verizon as a lineman and retired after 40 years, providing for his family with dedication...

Barbara L. Keith

Barbara L. Keith

Jun 21, 2025

Beloved Wife, Mother, Grandmother.

Barbara L. Neibling Warren Keith , 66, passed away unexpectedly at her residence in Erie on Saturday, June 21,2025. she was born on January 25, 1959 in Erie, a daughter of the late William and Wanetta (Cole) Neibling.

Barb was a graduate of McDowell High School, Class of '76. She formerly resided in Cypress, TX with her husband...

Cynthia Christopher

Cynthia Christopher

Jun 7, 2025

Cynthia M. Christopher, 66, of Erie, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 7, 2025 at Sarah Reed Senior Living. She was born January 23, 1959 in Erie, a daughter of the late Alex "Gene" and Elma (Fratarcangeli) Christopher.

Cynthia was a proud graduate of Tech Memorial High School before furthering her education at the Columbus College of Art and Design, where...

Filippo Coletta

Filippo Coletta

Jun 5, 2025

Filippo "Phillip" Coletta, age 101, of North East, PA, passed away peacefully at his home on Wednesday, June 4, 2025. He was born on March 30, 1924 in Erie, a son of the late Vincent and Katerina (Polestina) Coletta.

Phillip attended Academy High School where he received a Class A Machinist certification which he later used to mentor many. He then...

Ruth C. Pizzat

Ruth C. Pizzat

May 26, 2025

Ruth Carol Pizzat, age 94, passed on to her Eternal home on Memorial Day, May 26, 2025. She was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin on June 7, 1930. Ruth was the middle child and only daughter of Eber and Pauline Lusk. As a child of the Depression era, Ruth, her two brothers and parents moved often in such hard economic times....

Amy L. Montefiori Federici

Amy L. Montefiori Federici

May 23, 2025

Amy Frontino Montefiori Federici, 96, passed peacefully into the arms of Jesus on Friday, May 23, 2025 at Sarah Reed Senior Living Center. She was born in North East, PA on February 23, 1929, a daughter of the late Jennie (Villardo) and Louis Frontino.



Amy enjoyed spending time with her family and friends, playing cards and working around...

Robert H. Downes

Robert H. Downes

May 21, 2025

Robert Henry Downes, 67, of Erie, went to be in the arms of his Lord and Savior on Wednesday, May 21, 2025. He was born June 15, 1957 in McKeesport, PA, a son the late Clyde Downes, Sr. and Elizabeth (Yeager) Downes.

Bobby lived in Erie since 1973 and was a member of Kingsley United Methodist Church.

He was a big part...

Elizabeth S. Orr

Elizabeth S. Orr

May 11, 2025

Elizabeth "Betty" Somjai Orr, age 94, passed away peacefully at her home on Sunday, May 11, 2025. She was born July 3, 1930, in Richeyville, PA, a daughter of the late Stephen and Margaret (Holbus) Somjai.

Betty was a proud 1948 graduate of Albion High School and helped organize many class reunions. In 1951, she married her high school sweetheart and...

Joseph T. Sette

Joseph T. Sette

May 10, 2025

Joseph T. Sette, age 70, passed away peacefully following a brief illness on Saturday, May 10, 2025 at LECOM at Presque Isle. He was born on March 25, 1955 in Erie, a son of the late Joseph J. and Mamie (Cacchione) Sette.

Joe was a faithful supporter of the ministries and activities of the Sisters of Saint Joseph. He made a...

Pasquale DiFucci

Pasquale DiFucci

May 3, 2025

Pasquale Frank "Sonny" DiFucci, 88, of Erie, passed away Saturday, May 3, 2025 at home following a brief illness. He was born January 26, 1937 in Erie, a son of the late Giuseppe and Philomena (Cirillo) DiFucci.

Pasquale proudly served in the United States Army, enlisting on July 11, 1955. His career in logistics spanned an impressive 35 years, showcasing his...

Antoinette Eisert

Antoinette Eisert

May 2, 2025

Antoinette M. "Toni" "Chic" LaRiccia Eisert, 84, of Erie, passed away Friday, May 2, 2025 at Nightingale Nursing and Rehab Center. She was born July 19, 1940 in Erie, a daughter of the late Rocco LaRiccia, Sr. and Josephine (Todero) LaRiccia.

She was a proud graduate of Academy High School. Toni work at Tanners as a Machinist.

Toni was an enthusiastic soul...

Leroy Woodward

Leroy Woodward

Apr 27, 2025

Le Roy (Leroy) Woodward, age 91, passed away on April 27, 2025 at Pleasant Ridge Manor. He was born on July 7, 1933 in Dagus Mines, PA, a son of the late Joseph and Gladys (Borderocco) Woodward.

Leroy's younger years were spent on a 400-acre farm near Saint Mary's, PA. He served in the U.S. Army and was a Korean War...

Michael Sroka

Michael Sroka

Apr 21, 2025

Michael J. "Mojo McKay" Sroka, age 62, passed away peacefully with family by his side after a short illness on Monday, April 21, 2025 at LECOM at Presque Isle. He was born on December 31, 1962 in Buffalo, NY, a son of the late Frank and Dorothy (Dembowski) Sroka.

He was a graduate of Hinsdale Central School in Hinsdale, NY and...

David Earick

David Earick

Apr 19, 2025

David V. Earick, of Erie PA, passed away Saturday, April 19, 2025 at PA Soldiers' and Sailors' Home. He was born September 28, 1958 in Erie, a son of the late Leonard and Lucile (DiFusco) Earick.

David attended St. Paul's and Sacred Heart grade schools and Cathedral Preparatory High School.

David earned a Bachelor of Science undergraduate degree from Gannon University; a...

Serafina Cavicchio

Serafina Cavicchio

Apr 18, 2025

Serafina "Sarah" Cavicchio, departed this world surrounded by her loving family on Friday, April 18, 2025 at the remarkable age of 102 years and 10 months. She was born June 17, 1922 in Erie, a daughter of the late Antonio and Enrichetta (Iesue) Cavicchio.

A proud graduate of Academy High School, Serafina's unwavering faith shaped her character and directed her life's...

Philomena Adams

Philomena Adams

Apr 16, 2025

Philomena Cimino Adams, 92, of Erie, passed away Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at LECOM at Elmwood Gardens. She was born December 12, 1932 in Erie, a daughter of the late Anthony and Pasqualina "Patsy" (Guzzo) Cimino.

A proud graduate of Strong Vincent High School, Class of 1951, Philomena remained actively connected to her classmates through numerous reunions, always celebrating the bonds...

Antonio Rondinelli

Antonio Rondinelli

Apr 12, 2025

Antonio (Tony) Rondinelli 91, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his family on Friday, April 12th, 2025, to be with his wife. He was born on October 27, 1933, in Filadelfia, Italy.

Antonio was preceded in death by Maria Rondinelli (spouse), Barbara Anello-Rondinelli and Michele Rondinelli (parents), Vincenzo Rondinelli (brother), Immacolata Rondinelli (sister-in-law), Carmella Anthony(sister-in-law) and Carla Rondinelli (daughter-in-law).

He...