The Erie Times-News Memorials and Obituaries

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Bel Air, Maryland Marilyn Lundgren 1953 — 2024 Marilyn Lundgren, age 71, of Bel Air, Maryland, passed away on April 15, 2024, at the Senator Bob Hooper House in Forest Hill, Maryland. Born in Erie, Pennsylvania, Marilyn was the cherished daughter of the late Milton and Martha (Veitch) Lundgren. Throughout her life, Marilyn embodied compassion and dedication, evident in her longstanding involvement with the Gertrude Barber Center in Erie, PA, where she shared her warmth and kindness with many. In Harford County, MD, Marilyn found fulfillment through her active engagement with Richcroft, leaving an indelible mark on the community she served. Music was the melody of Marilyn's life, her fingers dancing across piano keys with grace and...

Gilford, New Hampshire Dr. William Keith Parrish 2024 GILFORD ---- Dr. Keith Parrish, 72, of Gilford, died peacefully at his home on Easter Sunday, March 31, 2024. Keith was born on October 28, 1951, in Beaver Falls, PA, the son of William and Aileen (Wakefield) Parrish. As a graduate of Penn State University and Logan College of Chiropractic, Dr. Parrish was dedicated to the healing arts as a chiropractor for 47 years. He served as a volunteer fireman and EMT for the Fairfield Hose Company and Kearsarge Fire Department in western PA and out of City Hospital in St. Louis, MO. He also served in leadership roles in Kiwanis and the Inter-Church Ministries in Erie, PA, as well as a delegate to the World Methodist Council in 1996 in Brazil and...

Palm Harbor, Florida Mary Anne DeHarde 1938 — 2024 Mary Anne DeHarde went to be with the Lord on March 28, 2024. Mary Anne was born in Erie, PA on February 2, 1938, the daughter of Edward and Virginia Haas and the sister of Barbara Lorei. She was a talented woman, gifted artist and very strong in her Catholic faith. She and her husband, Mark, had been married for sixty-seven years. She loved being the mother of six children, thirteen grandchildren and fifteen great-grandchildren. Mary Anne graduated from Villa Maria Academy in June 1953. Read Proverbs 31:31 to see her credo. The Funeral Mass will be held on Saturday, April 20, 2024 at Espiritu Santos Catholic Church, Safety Harbor, Florida at 10:00 AM, followed by interment at...

Greenwood, Indiana Thomas D. Comi Sr. 1954 — 2024 Thomas D. Comi Sr., 69, of Greenwood, Indiana passed away in his home on Friday March 8, 2024. He was born on October 21, 1954, in Erie, Pennsylvania. Tom grew up with six siblings: Marjorie, Jean, David, and Jeffery. He was preceded in death by his brothers John Jr and James as well as his loving parents John Sr., and Rose. Tom is survived by the love of his life of 50 years, his wife Betty Jo. He is also survived by his three children Katherine, Timothy, and Thomas Jr. and his five grandchildren Roman, Rachel, Hunter, Autumn, and Tessa. Tom is also survived by many nieces, nephews, extended family, and friends who loved him deeply. Tom had a great passion and respect for law...

Lake Mills, Wisconsin Lynda A. Naughton Allen 1932 — 2024 A DAY OF CELBRATION! On Tuesday, February 20, 2024, Lynda went home to be with her heavenly FATHER and her beloved husband Roger. "I AM RETURNING TO YOU LORD, ONE THAT IS NOT PERFECT." Lynda Ann Naughton Allen, born January 6, 1932, daughter of Frederick G. and Dororthy Bennett Naughton, in Erie Pennsylvania. Married Roger LaVern Allen, May 24, 1952, St. Stephens Lutheran Church, married 61 years until his death, April 2014. They were blessed with four sons, Roger Curt, Craig Gordon, Cary Frederick, and Chris Bennett. In 1965, Roger and Lynda were transferred from Erie Dry Goods (Boston Store) in Erie, PA to Pogue's Department Store, Cincinnati, Ohio. While living there, Lynda taught...

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania Michael E. Donaldson 1939 — 2024 Michael E. Donaldson, 84, formerly of Erie, passed away peacefully on Friday evening February 9, 2024 in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. Services for Michael will be held private and at the convenience of the family. Interment will be held at Resurrection Cemetery, Harrisburg. In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate memorial contributions being made to the Cathedral Preparatory School, 250 West 10th Street, Erie, PA 16501 or at www.prep-villa.com. Those wishing to read his complete obituary or share condolences and memories with the family are invited to visit www.JesseGeigleFuneralHome.com. JESSE H. GEIGLE FUNERAL HOME, INC., Harrisburg.

Louisville, TN, Tennessee Allyn Stephens Brown, Jr. 1946 — 2024 Steve Brown entered into his eternal reward on February 6, 2024. Born Allyn Stephens Brown, Jr. the first of two children to Allyn Stephens Brown, Sr. and Ellen Kellogg, he soon became known as Steve to all who knew him. Steve was born March 8, 1946, in Sayre, PA. He graduated from Cherry Hill High School in New Jersey. He went on to graduate from Grove City College where he met his wife Peggy, and they married in 1968. Steve began working with his father at the Brown-Thompson Newspaper and went on to become co-publisher. After working at the paper, he remained in the printing industry for the better part of his career. Steve and Peggy moved to Edinboro, Pennsylvania where they raised...

Washington, District of Columbia David Grimaldi 1939 — 2023 David F. Grimaldi, esteemed Washington, DC attorney, as well as devoted husband, loving father and grandfather, died December 30, 2023 just prior to his 85th birthday. David was born in Erie, PA on January 10, 1939. He began his work at an early age in his family's drugstore. He attended Gannon University, in Erie, for his undergraduate degree and moved to Washington, DC to attend Columbus School of Law at Catholic University, where he received his JD degree and later became President of the Law Alumni Society. His numerous awards and accolades are eclipsed by the many offices he held in the Bar Association, Barristers, DC Defense Lawyers, the Counsellors, Federation of Insurance Counsel,...

Medina, Ohio Raymond Hubert George, Jr 1939 — 2023 Raymond Hubert George, Jr., age 84, passed away on December 16, 2023, in Fairlawn, Ohio due to complications from a fall in early December. He was born to the late Raymond Hubert George, Sr, and Bernella (Wilson) George on February 28, 1939, in Erie, Pennsylvania. Ray enjoyed many interests, he was a lifelong Cleveland Browns fan, who rarely missed a game. He also loved to spend time boating on Lake Erie. He enjoyed tending his garden and was also an accomplished cook. Fun loving, he was the life of the party at any gathering. He was also a fan of both opera and symphony music. Above all else, he had a wonderful sense of humor. After a long career with Household Finance Corporation, Ray...

Beloit, Wisconsin Kathleen A. Reitzell 1941 — 2023 Kathleen Ann "Katie" Reitzell, 82, of Beloit, WI passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by her loving family on Saturday, November 18, 2023. Katie was born on June 20, 1941, in Erie, PA, the daughter of Donald and Betty (Kearney) Williams. She graduated from the Villa Maria Academy in 1959 and worked as an x-ray technician for St Vincent's hospital in Erie, PA. She married Charles "Chuck" Reitzell on January 25, 1969, with whom she raised four children. In 1976 they took their family to Beloit, WI and made it their home. They joined Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic Church and became active members of its faith community where they made lifelong friends. Katie was a devoted...

Estero, Florida Julie M. Larson 1960 — 2023 Julie Mae Larson, 63, of Estero, FL and formerly Edinboro, PA, moved onto higher ground on October 20, 2023, after a fiercely fought battle with metastatic ovarian cancer. To read her full obituary, please visit www.ShikanyFuneralHome.com.

Charlotte, North Carolina Maryalice Armagost Leech 1927 — 2023 Maryalice Armagost Leech, 96, of Charlotte died Sunday, October 8, 2023 at her home. Maryalice was born to the late Leo A. Armagost and Claribel Belknap Armagost on September 17, 1927 in Erie, PA. She graduated from Edinboro University with a B.A. in Fine Arts and spent 20 years as an art teacher including the Fairview, PA School System. Maryalice loved flowers, reading, painting and travel. She was predeceased by her husband of 63 years, William R. Leech in 2013 and by a sister Shirley A. Gustafson. Maryalice is survived by her son John R. Leech of Charlotte, NC, daughter Jill L. Sloop of North Myrtle Beach, SC; grandchildren John R. Leech, Jr., Patricia J. Leech; great-grandchild...

Stonewood, West Virginia Winifred Marie Hensley 1945 — 2023 Winifred Marie Hensley (nee Horihan), 78, died peacefully at her home in Stonewood, WV September 6, 2023. She was born August 31, 1945 in Erie, PA, daughter of the late Martin J and Winifred Eschner Horihan, and was preceded in death by her loving husband John D Hensley III. Family will receive friends at Davis Funeral Home Rt 98 Clarksburg on Sunday, September 10, 2023 from 1-5PM to Celebrate Winnie's Life. She will be reunited with her husband John in interment at Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery in Ritman, OH. Online condolences can be made at www.davisfuneralhomewv.com. Davis Funeral Home and Onsite Crematory is honored to serve the Hensley family.

Poolesville, Maryland Dayle Alma Cianella 1936 — 2023 Dayle Alma Cianella, 87, of Poolesville, MD, passed away suddenly and unexpectedly on August 1, 2023, leaving a gaping hole in our hearts. She was a loving wife to Sal Cianella for almost 66 years. She was born on July 27, 1936, to the late Dorothy Doran Geisler. She was raised in Erie, Pennsylvania by a loving family. She had 4 sisters, a wonderful grandmother and grandfather and often shared her fond memories of that time. Dayle was a youthful, vibrant woman who was busy every minute of every day. She loved golfing, her family and her senior activities, especially Bingo. Throughout her life she was happiest with her family and grandkids and great grandkids. She loved to travel, loved to...

Fort Collins, CO, Colorado Judith L Lyons 1941 — 2023 Judith Lynne (Bell) Lyons, a long-time Erie resident, passed away Saturday, July 15, 2023, at Morning Star Assisted Living in Fort Collins, Colorado. Judy was born in Salida, Colorado on October 14, 1941, to Melvin and Maxine Bell. Judy and her former husband, Wendall (Wendy) Lyons, raised 3 children as Wendy's career with General Electric took them from Denver, Colorado to Waveland, Mississippi and to Erie, Pennsylvania. Judy was a lady with many friends and interests including golf, bridge, skiing, and loved to travel internationally and spend time in Colorado. She enjoyed volunteering and was a member of many local clubs and organizations. She also obtained her bachelor's...

Broomfield, Colorado Walter C. Clark 1956 — 2023 Walter Clark, 66, of Broomfield, Colorado passed away peacefully at home on June 27, 2023. Walter was born to the late David and Delores Henderson on September 24, 1956. Walter is survived by his wife Rose Ann Clark; siblings, David (Janet) Clark, Shawn Henderson, Felicia Clark, and Corey Watson, and many nieces and nephews. Walter is preceded in death by his siblings, Phillip, Richard, Cynthia, Lena, and Gary. Walter had many passions but what he loved most of all was basketball, golf, and travel. Walter excelled in basketball which included being All City for Academy High School. He then took his talents to Keokuk and later to Mercyhurst College in Erie, Pennsylvania.

Erie, Pennsylvania Chris J. Filipkowski 1930 — 2023 Christopher J. Filipkowski, 92, of Erie, Pa. died peacefully after a long fight on June 10, 2023, at home in Troy, Virginia. He was born August 30, 1930, in Wyandotte Michigan. He was the son of the late Joseph Filipkowski and Ann Lybrich Filipkowski. Besides his parents he was preceded in death by the love of his life, Dolores Nowak Filipkowski and his four brothers: Edward, Ralph, Richard, and Robert. Chris was an outstanding athlete in high school in both track and football, the latter earning him a scholarship to the University of Georgia where he became an All American. He was drafted by the NY Giants but went into teaching and coaching instead. He taught at multiple schools in the...

Erie, Pennsylvania Robert F. Goring, Jr. 1943 — 2023 Robert F. Goring, Jr. 80, of Erie, PA died on Tuesday, June 4, 2024, at his daughter's residence in Bonita Springs, FL after an extended illness. A lifelong resident of Erie, PA, he was born on October 23, 1943, a son of the late Robert F. and Mary (Scheppner) Goring, Sr. On September 10, 1966, he married his high school sweetheart-love of his life, Sandra M. Kiewice, they just celebrated their 57th wedding anniversary before her passing on September 21, 2023. Bob graduated from Cathedral Prep '61; he holds a degree in tool design from Alliance Technical Institute and served in the U.S. Navy. Bob's whole career was spent in the manufacturing industry. Holding positions at American...

Woodstock, Georgia Jeanette "Jan" Roberts 1938 — 2023 Beloved wife, mother and grandmother, Jan Roberts 84-years old passed away on Sunday May 14, 2023, Mother's Day. Jan was born December 7, 1938, in Meadville, PA to Italian immigrants Mattio and Vincenza (Verdino) Zuzolo. She is preceded in death by brothers Matthew and Michael Zuzolo , sisters Elvera (Zuzolo) Lotito, and Carmella Rossi. A graduate of Meadville High School and St Vincents school of Nursing in Erie, PA she worked for 33 years as a Registered Nurse. She is survived by her loving husband of 63 years, Jack Roberts, her three children, Julie Ann Roberts, Senoia, GA, Jeffrey John Roberts, Roswell GA, James Matthew Roberts (Melissa), Oak Ridge NC and grandchildren, Megan,...

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