OBITUARIES

Apr 19, 2018

Apr 18, 2018

Alexander M. Murzynski

Alexander M. Murzynski, 30, of Corry, passed away Wednesday, April 18, 2018. He was born October 11, 1987 in Erie, a son of Anthony Murzynski of Erie and Melissa Crissman Murzynski of Girard, PA.

Alexander enjoyed working on and building computers, video games, and the outdoors.

In addition to his parents he is survived by his...

Apr 12, 2018

Camilla DeDad Sachs

Camilla "Dolly" DeDad Sachs, age 89, passed away peacefully on April 12, 2018 at Saint Vincent Hospital. She was born in Erie, PA, the daughter of the late Leonard DeDad and Jennie Latona DeDad.

Dolly was a graduate of Academy High School class of 1946. She lived in California for 40 years where she met her husband...

Apr 6, 2018

Joan Zonna Wisinski

Joan Zonna Wisinski, 83, of Erie, passed away Friday, April 6, 2018 in St. Cloud, Florida. She was born September 15, 1934 in Erie, a daughter of the late Dominick and Carrie Presogna Zonna.

Joan was a graduate of Strong Vincent High School.

She worked as a molder for three different Plastic Companies, Buffalo Molded, NOSCO,...

Apr 5, 2018

James R. Conner

James "Jim" R. Conner, 61, of Erie, passed away Thursday, April 5, 2018. He was born July 27, 1956 in Erie, a son of the late Claude Conner and Mildred Martin Conner.

Jim was a self employed contractor.

He enjoyed working on cars, being outside, and riding his "Hogg". He loved his family and would...

Apr 3, 2018

Nino Bucarelli

Nino Bucarelli, age 90, of Erie, passed away peacefully, at his home surrounded by his family on Tuesday, April 3, 2018. He was born in Rende (Cosenza) Italy, son of the late Pietro Bucarelli and Rosina Turco Bucarelli.

Nino was a graduate of Strong Vincent High School and Gannon University where he earned a Bachelor of Arts...

Mar 27, 2018

Ernest J. Brevard

Ernest J. Brevard, 51, of Girard, passed away Tuesday, March 27, 2018 at UPMC Hamot. He was born April 29, 1966 in Tucson, AZ a son of Ernest Brevard of Pittsburgh, PA and the late Roselee Hatcher Brevard.

Ernest enjoyed his church family and cooking. He was an outgoing and compassionate person.

In addition to his father...

Mar 24, 2018

David L. McCorrison Sr

David L. McCorrison, Sr., 75, of Erie, passed away Saturday, March 24, 2018 at Western Reserve Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center. He was born June 24, 1942 in Warren, PA, a son of the late Arden and Betty McCorrison.

David loved spending time with his family and friends and he adored his grandchildren. He enjoyed "tinkering...

Mar 20, 2018

Richard W. Pletz

Richard W. Pletz, 85, of Erie, passed away Tuesday, March 20, 2018 at home surrounded by his loving family in his Lazy Boy chair with Neil Diamond playing in the background. He was born October 6, 1932 in Erie, a son of the late George and Julia Lidell Pletz.

Richard was a graduate of East High...

Mar 20, 2018

Rae B. Calao

Rae B. Calao, 92, of Erie, passed away Tuesday, March 20, 2018 at her residence surrounded by her loving family. She was born May 1, 1925 in England, a daughter of the late Bill and Elsie Clements Goodwin.

Rae was a member of Community United Church where she enjoyed visiting with her church friends.

She loved all...

Mar 19, 2018

Nancy Jo Ferritto

Nancy Jo Ferritto, 56, of Erie, passed away Monday, March 19, 2018. She was born November 12, 1961 in Erie, a daughter of the late Patsy and Shirley Shriener Ferritto.

Nancy attended McDowell Intermediate High School, and later she earned her GED from the Erie School District.

Nancy experienced success as a automobile salesperson, and then...

Mar 4, 2018

Michael J. "Metz" Miczo Sr

Michael J. "Metz" Miczo Sr. of Girard passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 4, 2018 at the age of 71 at Hope Hospice in Lehigh Acres, Florida on into the presence of his Lord and savior Jesus Christ.

He was born in Kane PA. on May 19, 1946. Mike was a graduate of Tech...

Mar 2, 2018

John C. Berarducci

John "Murphy" C. Berarducci, 98, of Erie, passed away peacefully after a long full life on Friday, March 2, 2018 at Pleasant Ridge Manor. He was born February 3, 1920 in Erie, a son of the late Sylvester Berarducci.

He served in the United States Army Air Force during World War II.

John worked for Marx Toys...

Mar 2, 2018

William S. Thompson

William "Bill" S. Thompson, 58, of Erie, passed away Friday, March 2, 2018 at his residence. He was born September 10, 1959 in Erie, a son of the late William S. Thomson, Sr. and Evelyn Rossoni Thompson.

Bill loved fishing, collecting Hot Wheels, taking pictures at the peninsula, alternative rock bands, crab legs and anything made by...

Mar 2, 2018

Vincent A. DeSanto

Vincent A. DeSanto, 62, of Erie, passed away Friday, March 2, 2018 at his residence. He was born April 21, 1955 in Erie, a son of Walter DeSanto and the late Esther Fucci DeSanto.

Vincent was an avid fan of the Oakland Raiders and the Pittsburgh Pirates. He enjoyed hunting, softball and playing pool.

Vincent could always...

Mar 1, 2018

Robert M. Fabrizio

Robert "Bob" M. Fabrizio, 92, of Erie, passed away Thursday, March 1, 2018 at Sarah A. Reed Retirement Center. He was born April 23, 1925 in Erie, a son of the late Florindo and Rosalia DiFilippo Fabrizio.

Bob was in the United States Army during World War II. He served in the European Theater participating in the...

Feb 28, 2018

David A. Massella

David A. Massella, 63, of Erie, passed away Wednesday, February 28, 2018 at Walnut Creek Healthcare and Rehabilitation. He was born July 22, 1954 in Erie, a son of the late Ercole and Susan Cionco Massella.

David was a graduate of Tech Memorial High School Class of 1972.

He worked for the City of Erie for 37...

Feb 23, 2018

Dennis Paul Cerami

Dennis Paul Cerami, 70, of Erie, passed away Friday, February 23, 2018 at his residence, surrounded by his family and friends, after a courageous 18 month battle with Glioblastoma Multiforme. He was born March 7, 1947 in Erie, a son of the late Paul and Mary Messina Cerami.

Dennis was a Cathedral Prep graduate, class of 1965,...

Feb 12, 2018

Fred William Greco Sr

Fred William Greco, Sr., 80, of Erie, passed away Monday, February 12, 2018 in Florida. He was born April 25, 1937 in Washington, PA, a son of the late Dominick and Kathryn Farrell Greco.

He served in the United States Navy.

Fred was a graduate of Strong Vincent High School class of 1956. He was...

Feb 4, 2018

John Bongiorno

John Bongiorno, 92, of Erie, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 4, 2018 with his devoted son by his side.

He was born May 11, 1925 in Erie, a son of the late Filippo and Maria Santa Bevelacqua Bongiorno.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his three brothers, Charles, Michael and Angelo...