OBITUARIES
Recent Erie County, PA Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Erie Pennsylvania and Surrounding North-Western PA Areas
Mae Ferraro
Mar 18, 2025
Mae E. Ferraro, age 99, passed away on March 18, 2025 in Franklin, TN. Originally from Erie, PA, she spent many of her later years living near her family in Virginia and Tennessee. Mae was born on May 5, 1925 in Erie, PA, a daughter of the late Angelo (Nick) and Mary Salvatore.
A graduate of Strong Vincent High School, Mae...
Michael J. 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
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
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
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...
Peter P. Suroviec, Jr.
Mar 31, 2025
Peter P. Suroviec, Jr., age 57, of Edinboro, formerly of Harborcreek, passed away on Monday, March 31, 2025 at Saint Vincent Hospital. He was born on May 10, 1967 in Erie, a son of the late Peter P. Sr. and Viola (Buczek) Suroviec.
Pete was a man of the land who loved being outdoors. Whether it was growing a garden, driving...
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...
Maria Rondinelli
Feb 27, 2025
Maria (Mimi) Clara Cicilia Tornincasa Rondinelli 79, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by family on Thursday, February 27th, 2025. She was born November 22, 1945, in Montenero, Italy.
Maria was preceded in death by (parents) Nicola and Isabella Tornincasa, (sister) Carmela Anthony, (brother-in-law) Edwin Gibson, and (daughter-in-law) Carla Rondinelli.
She is survived by her husband of 57 years Antonio and...
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...
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