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David D. Merritt

David D. Merritt

Nov 29, 2022

David D. Merritt, 57,of Saegertown, passed away Tuesday, November 29, 2022 at home with his family by his side.

David was born in Meadville, on June 3, 1965, a son of Carmen E. and Vina E. (Lilley) Merritt.

On June 14, 1986 David married Melanie Walker; she survives.

He was a member of Twelve Apostles Lutheran Church, Saegertown.

David was a 1983 graduate of...

Alice Virginia Miller

Alice Virginia Miller

Nov 29, 2022

Our beloved Alice Virginia Lilly Miller was taken to heaven November 29, 2022; she died at Meadville Medical Center surrounded by her family.

A special thanks to the loving and compassionate ICU and second floor north nursing staff and aides, who took such tender care of her.

Alice was born December 31, 1923 at home, in Coons Corners, Saegertown, the daughter of...

Paul A. Vogt

Paul A. Vogt

Nov 28, 2022

Paul A. Vogt, 85, of Saegertown, passed away Monday, November 28, 2022, at Crawford County Care Center.

Paul was born at home in Edinboro, on March 22, 1937, a son of the late Albert O. and Minnie (Krauter) Vogt.

On June 14, 1958, Paul married Flora E. Lane; she preceded him in death on July 29, 2019.

He was a member of Saegertown...

Michael K. Zimmerman

Michael K. Zimmerman

Nov 28, 2022

Michael "Mike" K. Zimmerman, 62, of Meadville, passed away Monday, November 28, 2022, at St. Vincent Health System, Erie surrounded by family.

Michael was born in Kutztown, on December 7, 1959, a son of the late Henry Neil and Mary Lou (Derr) Zimmerman.

On August 5, 1989 Michael married Joanie L. Zuccaro; she survives.

He was a member of St. Mary of Grace...

Ardelle Lorraine Leonard

Ardelle Lorraine Leonard

Nov 23, 2022

Ardelle Lorraine Leonard, 81, of Meadville, passed away Wednesday, November 23, 2022, at Meadville Medical Center surrounded by her family.

Ardelle was born in Oil City, on January 2, 1941, a daughter of the late Ervin and Mary (Dechant) Guth.

On June 24, 1972, Ardelle married Gerald "Jerry" Leonard; he preceded her in death on January 17, 2018.

She was a member of...

John L. Caretti

John L. Caretti

Nov 15, 2022

John L. Caretti, 76, of Saegertown, passed away suddenly on Tuesday, November 15, 2022, at home.

John was born in Meadville, on February 19, 1946, a son of the late Louis J. and Anna Mae (Talarico) Caretti.

On October 2, 1976 John married Bonita "Bonnie" Gaines; she survives.

A 1964 graduate of Meadville High School, John was also a 1968 graduate of Edinboro...

Norman C. Getchell, Ii

Norman C. Getchell, Ii

Nov 9, 2022

Norman Claire Getchell, 71, passed away on November 9, 2022, at Meadville Medical Center. He was surrounded by his loving siblings during these difficult days.

Norman was born in Baltimore, MD on February 21, 1951, a son of the late Norman and Beverly (Hoffer) Getchell. Subsequently Beverly was married to the late Maynard "Buck" Donahue for nearly 50 years and he...

Marie J. Yarnell

Marie J. Yarnell

Nov 5, 2022

Marie J. Yarnell, 74, of Meadville, passed away Saturday, November 5, 2022, at home surrounded by family.

Marie was born in Meadville, on May 7, 1948, a daughter of the late Vincent and Mary (Basile) Bocchine.

Marie was an avid baker and enjoyed going to the casinos. Her greatest love in life was her family.

Marie is survived by a daughter Shannon Marie...

Richard Graham

Richard Graham

Nov 5, 2022

Richard Graham, 55, of Meadville, passed away Saturday, November 5, 2022, at home.

Richard was born in Detroit, MI, on December 8, 1966, a son of the late Walter Graham, Sr. and Jacqueline (Pearson) Graham.

A US Army veteran, Richard served his country honorably from October 14, 1992 until October 13, 1996.

Richard is survived by two sons Richard Graham Jr. and Quincy...

Ralph Arnold Acker

Ralph Arnold Acker

Nov 3, 2022

Ralph Arnold Acker, 71, of Meadville, passed away Thursday, November 3, 2022, at home, surrounded by his family.

Ralph was born in Meadville, on May 4, 1951, a son of the late Arnold L. and Germaine (Hager) Acker.

On October 17, 2008, Ralph married Judy M. Groves Troy; she survives.

He attended Saegertown United Methodist Church.

A 1969 graduate of Saegertown High School, Ralph...

Joyce Ann Shuman Smith

Joyce Ann Shuman Smith

Oct 29, 2022

Joyce Anne Shuman Smith, formerly of Meadville and Erie, passed away on October 29th, with loved ones by her side at her home in Clearwater Beach, FL.

Joyce is reunited with Thomas Wilson Smith, Sr., her beloved husband of 54 years. 

Joyce is survived by her four loving children: Todd Davis (Lauren) of Scottsdale, AZ; Tamara Haverfield (Gary) Mansfield, OH, Tracey...

Guido Mario Colella

Guido Mario Colella

Oct 24, 2022

Guido Mario Colella, 89, of Meadville, passed away Monday, October 24, 2022 at Crawford County Care Center, with his family by his side.

Guido was born in Taurianova, RC, Italy on May 16, 1933, a son of the late Carmela (Sigilli) and Antonino V. Colella.

He was a member of St. Mary of Grace Church.

Guido had been a Master Tailor for over...

Darlene E. Flanders

Darlene E. Flanders

Oct 22, 2022

Darlene E. Flanders, 73, of Meadville, passed away October 22, 2022, at Meadville Medical Center.

Darlene was born in Meadville, on November 8, 1948, a daughter of the late Vance and Leota (Larimer) Vosburg.

On September 14, 1985, Darlene married Richard L. Flanders; he preceded her in death on May 5, 2009.

Darlene is survived by a daughter Debbie Madden (Boyfriend James Inserra);...

Elizabeth "Betty" J. Thibaut

Elizabeth "Betty" J. Thibaut

Oct 14, 2022

Elizabeth "Betty" J. Thibaut, 96, of Novi, MI, formerly of Meadville, passed away Friday, October 14, 2022 at Brookdale Assisted Living Center.

Betty was born in Meadville, on February 4, 1926, the daughter of the late James and Gladys (George) Collins.

On September 10, 1951, Betty married Frederick G. Thibaut; he preceded her in death on October 1, 1990.

In 1986 Betty retired...

Lester E. Abbott

Lester E. Abbott

Oct 12, 2022

Lester E. Abbott, 94, of Saegertown passed away, Wednesday, October 12, 2022, at Crawford County Care Center.

Lester was born in Hindsdale, NY on May 24, 1928, the son of the late Floyd and Opal (Dundon) Abbott.

On July 28, 1990 he married Vera Joan Abbott. she preceded him in death on August 10, 2012. He previously married Betty Mitich on Dec....

Laura Jane Huff

Laura Jane Huff

Oct 11, 2022

Laura Jane Huff, of Union City, went home on Tuesday, October 11, 2022, surely into the arms of the love of her life, Dick; her parents; siblings; and beloved aunt. She quietly drifted away from her uncooperative body and limitations. After 100 years on this earth, she earned her rest, and did not mourn her homegoing.

Jane was born in Meadville,...

Keith H. Smith

Keith H. Smith

Oct 10, 2022

Keith Howard Smith, 88, formerly of Saegertown, passed away peacefully on October 10, 2022 at Wesbury United Methodist Home in Meadville.

Keith was born in Derby, England on September 27, 1934, a son of Alfred and Dora Smith.

He attended Derby School and obtained a degree in engineering through British Rail and the Derby Institute of Technology.

Keith married Teresa (Tessa) Hobbs on...

Ruth Marie Harper

Ruth Marie Harper

Oct 9, 2022

Ruth Marie Harper, 83, of Saegertown, passed away Sunday, October 9, 2022, at UPMC-Hamot Medical Center, Erie.

Ruth was born in Scranton, on February 6, 1939, a daughter of the late Samuel and Ruth (Carbaugh) Capazo.

In October of 1957, Marie married her childhood sweetheart, Dr. Richard Harper, Captain, United States Navy; he preceded her in death on February 21, 2019.

She was...

Charles "Charlie" Keeler

Charles "Charlie" Keeler

Oct 8, 2022

Charles (Charlie) Keeler, 72, of Meadville passed away October 8, 2022, at Western Reserve Healthcare.

He was born July 13, 1950, son of the late George and Wilma Keeler.

His brother Jack Henry preceded him in death.

He is survived by sisters Donna (Larry) Atkins, Sandy (Dale) Delbridge, Diane Greenawalt, brother Rick Dickson and several nieces and nephews.  He is also survived by...

Robert Bill

Robert Bill

Oct 4, 2022

Robert Bill, 72, of Meadville, passed away Tuesday, October 4, 2022, at home.

Robert was born in Susquehanna, on January 3, 1950, a son of the late Lawrence and Dorothy E. (Hough) Bill.

He was affiliated with Christ Church Episcopal, Meadville.

Following Robert's graduation from Meadville High School in 1968 he became employed in the Wheel Shop as a Machinist for the former...