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Obituaries for Meadville, Saegertown, Crawford County, PA & Surrounding Areas

Linda J. Dillen

Linda J. Dillen

Jun 3, 2023

Linda J. Dillen, 75, of Meadville, passed away Saturday, June 3, 2023, at Crawford County Care Center.

She was born in Beaver Co., on April 9, 1948.

Linda was a people person who loved being in the community. She enjoyed time spent at Active Aging, the Arc of Crawford County, and most of all, time spent with her son. She was blessed...

John R. Barnes

John R. Barnes

Jun 3, 2023

John R. Barnes, 65, of Meadville, passed away Saturday, June 3, 2023.

John was born in Meadville, on January 15, 1958, a son of Shirley (Bullers) and the late Joseph D. Barnes.

John was a graduate of Meadville Area High School. He was a Tool and Die maker his entire career working for himself in the earlier years, and most recently for...

James "Jim" C. Higby

James "Jim" C. Higby

Jun 2, 2023

James "Jim" C. Higby, also known as Silver Fox, 86, of Meadville, passed away Friday, June 2, 2023, at Marquette Hospice House.

Jim was born in Meadville, on February 7, 1937, a son of the late Frank T. and Margaret (Crandal) Higby.

He had been married to Renee Heubel Root.

Jim retired from Seco-Warwick after 40 years of service. He later worked at...

Frederick "Rick" Joseph Hoegerl

Frederick "Rick" Joseph Hoegerl

May 31, 2023

With heavy hearts, the family of Frederick "Rick" Joseph Hoegerl, announces his passing. Rick, 35, of Lorain, OH, formerly of Meadville, passed away suddenly Wednesday, May 31, 2023, at home.

Rick was born in Meadville, on February 27, 1988, a son of Jamie and Kathy (Worley) Hoegerl.

Following his high school graduation, Rick graduated from Culinary School. He had worked as a...

Robert Joseph Bowler

Robert Joseph Bowler

May 29, 2023

Robert Joseph Bowler passed away on May 29, 2023 surrounded by loved ones.

He was born April 8, 1942 in Meadville, PA to Robert Harold Bowler and Julia Duda Bowler.

Bob was baptized at St. Hippolyte Church in Frenchtown and attended St. Agatha School, Cathedral Prep, St. Bonaventure Seminary, Gannon University, and Edinboro University.  He earned a bachelor’s degree in philosophy and...

Lillian Louise Fisher

Lillian Louise Fisher

May 26, 2023

Lillian Louise Fisher, 53, of Meadville, passed peacefully in her sleep on May 26th, 2023.

She was born on December 23, 1969 to the late David and Lillian Fisher in Geneva, OH.

Lil moved with her mother to Meadville, in the early 90’s after her father’s death. Lil became a part of The Arc of Crawford County’s residential services upon moving to...

Linda Lee Craig

Linda Lee Craig

May 20, 2023

Linda Lee Craig, 75, of Meadville, passed away Saturday, May 20, 2023, at UPMC-Hamot Medical Center.

Linda was born in Meadville, on October 15, 1947, a daughter of the late Robert and Betty (Kramer) Hollabaugh.

On July 1, 1966 Linda married James Lee Craig, Sr.; he preceded her in death on August 25, 2008.

Linda was a graduate of Meadville High School. In...

David A. Gentle

David A. Gentle

May 17, 2023

David A. Gentle, 82, of Conneautville, passed away Wednesday, May 17, 2023 at Rolling Fields Elder Care Community.

David was born in Meadville, on February 15, 1941, a son of the late Philip A. and Gladys B. (Heyer) Gentle.

Over the years David had been employed by PennDot, as a security guard and by the former American Viscose Corp. A 1961 graduate...

Tyler Joe Nelson Thomas

Tyler Joe Nelson Thomas

May 14, 2023

Tyler Joe Nelson Thomas, 18, of Meadville, passed away Sunday, May 14, 2023 at home.

Tyler Joe was born in Meadville, on February 25, 2005, a son of Joseph F. and Wendy G. (Cline) Thomas.

He attended Carmel Baptist Church. Tyler loved being outdoors riding his dirt bike and four wheeler as well as hunting and shooting. He enjoyed all types of...

Heidirose "Heidi" Weigle

Heidirose "Heidi" Weigle

May 12, 2023

Heiderose "Heidi" Weigle, 72, of Conneaut Lake, passed away Friday, May 12, 2023, at home.

Heidi was born in Helmstedt, Germany on August 31, 1950.

On June 11, 1970 in Helmstedt, Germany, Heide married the love of her life, William "Tom" Weigle, Sr. while he was honorably serving in the US Army; he preceded her in death on September 3, 2012.

Heidi took...

Terrie Anne Moore

Terrie Anne Moore

May 7, 2023

Terrie Anne Moore, 60, of Guys Mills, passed away Sunday, May 7, 2023, at Meadville Medical Center.

Terrie was born in Grove City, on January 10, 1963, a daughter of Carol (Simmons) and the late Rolland William Decker.

Over the years Terrie had been employed by D.I.C. Tool, as a bartender, and most recently by Center for Family Services. What she considered...

Marylois Roth (Dimaria) Parise

Marylois Roth (Dimaria) Parise

May 4, 2023

Marylois Roth (DiMaria) Parise, 71, of Meadville, passed away Thursday, May 4, 2023, at Meadville Medical Center.

Marylois was born in Greenville, on May 3, 1952, a daughter of the late James Joseph and Clara (Roth) DiMaria.

She was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, Meadville.

A 1970 graduate of Meadville Area High School, Marylois attended Clarion State College and Robert Morris College....

Charlotte T. Wells

Charlotte T. Wells

May 3, 2023

Charlotte T. Wells, 103, of Meadville, passed away Wednesday, May 3, 2023 at Wesbury United Methodist Community.

Charlotte was born in Boulder, CO, on September 16, 1919, a daughter of the late Charles and Mary (Meeker) Taylor.

On January 22, 1944 Charlotte married Theodore Leroy Wells; he preceded her in death on July 20, 1995.

Over the years Charlotte touched the lives of...

Regis Edward Holzwarth, Jr.

Regis Edward Holzwarth, Jr.

May 1, 2023

Regis Edward Holzwarth, Jr., 76, of Meadville, passed away Monday, May 1, 2023, at Marquette Hospice House.

Regis was born in Pittsburgh, PA, on July 20, 1946, a son of the late Regis E. and Catherine (Cavanaugh) Holzwarth, Sr.

For many years Regis owned and operated Holzwarth Roofing and Remodeling in the Meadville area. A US Navy veteran, Regis served his country...

Thomas L. Chisholm

Thomas L. Chisholm

Apr 28, 2023

Thomas L. Chisholm, 76, of Conneaut Lake, passed away Friday, April 28, 2023 at VA Nursing Center, Erie.

Thomas was born in Grove City, on January 18, 1947, a son of the late Robert and Alice (Schaible) Chisholm.

In 1998 Thomas married Terry Murphy. He had previously been married to Susan Clayton.

After many years of service, Thomas retired from PPG Industries. A...

Rev. Dillen A. Vroman

Rev. Dillen A. Vroman

Apr 26, 2023

Rev. Dillen A. Vroman, 88, of Meadville, passed away Wednesday, April 26, 2023, at Embassy of Park Ave, after a lingering illness.

Dillen was born to the late Willard and Florence Vroman, on July 27, 1934.

He was a graduate of Spartansburg High School, class of 1952. Dillen spent a lifetime of service to God, serving as a pastor for 30 years,...

David E. Bass

David E. Bass

Apr 25, 2023

David Earl Bass, 74, fell asleep peacefully in death after a long illness, April 25, 2023.

David was born on January 6, 1949, in Meadville, PA. He was the oldest of four children.

He was proceeded in death by his parents Joseph and Ethel Bass and his brother Joseph “Jodie” Bass Jr.

He is survived by his sister Cynthia Bass, his brother Timothy...

Carmen E. Merritt

Carmen E. Merritt

Apr 23, 2023

Carmen E. Merritt, 83, of Saegertown, passed away peacefully Sunday, April 23, 2023, at home, surrounded by his family.

Carmen was born in Corry, on October 25, 1939, a son of the late Russell S. and Helen R. (Roush) Merritt, Sr.

In 1959 Carmen married his high school sweetheart, Vina Lilley.

He was a 58 year member of Twelve Apostles Lutheran Church where...

Wilma "Sandy" Rogers

Wilma "Sandy" Rogers

Apr 18, 2023

Wilma "Sandy" Rogers, 84, of Meadville, passed away Tuesday, April 18, 2023 at Embassy of Park Ave.

Sandy was born in Distant on September 2, 1938, a daughter of the late Russell "Tobe" and Mary (Shumaker) Brocious.

On August 2, 1958 Sandy married Allan W. Rogers; he survives.

She was an active member of Blooming Valley United Methodist Church.

After her first two years...

Gary L. Sabraw

Gary L. Sabraw

Apr 13, 2023

Gary L. Sabraw, 79, of Meadville, passed away Thursday, April 13, 2023, at Meadville Medical Center.

Gary was born in San Francisco, CA on November 25, 1943, a son of the late Clarence M. and Ethel Sabraw.

Gary had a successful, life long career in Tool and Die. He was a quiet person who enjoyed fishing, gaming on his PlayStation and NASCAR.

Gary...