OBITUARIES
Recent Erie County, PA Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Erie Pennsylvania and Surrounding North-Western PA Areas
Rose McEvoy
Aug 7, 2025
Rose Marie DeFabio McEvoy, 70, passed away Thursday, August 7, 2025 at Corry Manor. She was born July 14, 1955, a daughter of the late Gerald and Gloria (Duchi) DeFabio.
Rose studied Computer Graphics at William T. Mcfatter Technical College, Communications at University of Miami, and Advertising Design at Miami Dade College.
She was the owner and founder at Freelance...
George Hudnall
Aug 7, 2025
George A. "HUD" Hudnall, 85, of Erie, passed away Thursday, August 7, 2025 at his residence. He was born March 17, 1940 in Lancaster, Ohio, a son of the late Raymond and Reathie (Walton) Hudnall.
George was simply the best. As quoted by his buddy Tiernan, "If you ever got the chance to meet George you would know that he was...
Christian R. Jensen
Aug 7, 2025
Christian Robert "Papa Chris" Jensen, passed away on Thursday, August 7, 2025. He was born on August 10, 1942 in Erie, a son of the late Christ and Virginia (O'Neil) Jensen.
We cannot express just how much of a loss the passing of Christian Robert Jensen, our "Papa", truly is to us. He carried a heart so full of love, it...
Richard M. Fogle
Aug 5, 2025
Richard M. Fogle
On a blisteringly cold Valentine's Day in 1952, Richard "Rick" Michael Fogle entered the world. Rick passed on to his next life after a lengthy health battle on August 5, 2025. Rick was the second son and third child of the late Everett and Agnes (Gehrlein) Fogle.
Rick was an avid fisherman and loved to go fishing with his...
Thomas DeGeorge
Jul 31, 2025
Thomas A. DeGeorge, Sr., 89, of Erie, passed away peacefully Thursday, July 31, 2025 surrounded by his loving family. He was born March 26, 1936 in Erie, a son of the late Dominic and Rose (Sabetti) DeGeorge.
Tom was a graduate of Cathedral Preparatory School Class of 1955. He was a proud member of the National Guard and retired from American...
Joseph A. Talarico
Jul 30, 2025
Joseph Anthony Talarico, passed away peacefully on July 30, 2025 at St. Mary's at Asbury Ridge, at the age of 96, with his family by his side. Born in Carbondale, Pennsylvania, Joe was the beloved son of Joseph "Scarpalege" Talarico and Philomena (Pettinato) Talarico.
He is survived by his devoted wife of 68 years, Raffaella (Ferrante) Talarico; and his children: Tina...
Deborah A. "Debbie" Phillips
Jul 29, 2025
Deborah "Debbie" A. Phillips, age 73, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 29, 2025 at Sarah Reed Senior Living. She was born on April 1, 1952 in Erie, a daughter of the late Douglas and Sandy (DiSalvo) Phillips.
Debbie retired from Pleasant Ridge Manor where she enjoyed a career as a Nurse's Aide. She was very dedicated to her work and...
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
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.
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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...
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