Recent Obituaries
Obituaries for Meadville, Saegertown, Crawford County, PA & Surrounding Areas
James "Petey" E. Phillips, Jr.
Dec 2, 2024
James " Petey" Ellis Phillips, Jr., 61, of Columbus, OH, passed away Monday, December 2, 2024.
Petey was born in Youngstown, OH on December 7, 1962, a son of Gwendolyn (Stringer) and the late James A. Phillips.
Petey possessed a strong work ethic, enjoying hands-on projects such as home repairs, car maintenance and various other tasks. In his leisure time, he found...
Dennis Roy Erie
Nov 30, 2024
Dennis Roy Erie, 58, of Townville, passed away suddenly on Saturday, November 30, 2024, at home.
Dennis was born in Meadville, on October 8, 1966, a son of John and the late Joyce (Cypher) Erie, Sr.
Dennis was employed by SMS Millcraft of Oil City for nearly 20 years. He was a 1985 graduate of Meadville High School. He was a longtime...
Tonja Sue Burchill
Nov 28, 2024
Tonja Sue Burchill, 65, of Meadville, passed away Thursday, November 28, 2024, at home.
Tonja was born in Canton, OH, on May 27, 1959, a daughter of the late Donald and Gwendolyn (Harris) Polosky.
On July 18, 2008 Tonja married Guy E, Burchill; he survives.
Tonja was employed by Crawford Central School District as a teacher aide at the Crawford County Vocational School...
Kerry Lee Phillips
Nov 27, 2024
Kerry Lee Phillips, 60, of Cambridge Springs, passed away suddenly on Wednesday, November 27, 2024, at home.
Kerry was born in Buckhannon, WV, on June 14, 1964, a son of the late Alfred and Dorothy Joann (Goldsmith) Phillips.
In May, 1994 Kerry married Tammy Burford; she survives.
Kerry was a 1983 graduate of Buckhannon Upshur High School. For 20 year he owned and...
Carol Sue (Snodgrass) Cease
Nov 27, 2024
Carol Sue (Snodgrass) Cease, 81, of Meadville, passed away peacefully Wednesday, November 27, 2024, following a courageous 10 month battle with cancer.
Carol was born in Buffalo, NY on May 13, 1943, a daughter of the late David G. and Bernice S. (Steen) Snodgrass.
On October 8, 1963, Carol married David Cease in Jamestown, NY; he survives.
Carol was a 1961 graduate of...
Joseph Reynolds Chase
Nov 25, 2024
Joseph Reynolds Chase, affectionately known as Joe, passed away November 25, 2024 at the Crawford Care Center in Saegertown at the age of 81.
Born on August 13, 1943 in Meadville, PA Joe was a lifelong resident of Crawford County.
Joe graduated from Meadville Area Senior High School in 1961 and promptly enlisted in the United States Army until his Honorable Discharge...
Espen Michael Wilson
Nov 23, 2024
Infant Espen Michael Wilson, 26 days old, of Meadville, passed away Saturday, November 23, 2024, at Meadville Medical Center.
Espen was born at UPMC Magee Womens Hospital, Pittsburgh, on October 28, 2024, a precious son of Breanna Wilson.
In addition to his mother Breanna Wilson of Meadville, Espen Michael is survived by his maternal grandfather and step-grandmother Larry and Tina Wilson of...
Joseph "Joe" D'Valle
Nov 21, 2024
Joseph "Joe" D'Valle, 85, of Meadville, passed Thursday, November 21, 2024 at home, surrounded by family.
Joe was born in RockdaleTwp., on March 7, 1939, a son of the late Don and Lydia (Scheerbaum) D'Valle.
On May 15, 1999, Joe married his loving wife Kim Fisher; she survives.
He was a member of St. Philips Parish, Crossingville.
Joe had been employed by various manufacturing...
Mary Ellen Szitas
Nov 14, 2024
Mary Ellen Szitas, age 89, passed away peacefully with family at her side on Thursday, November 14, 2024.
She was born on July 16, 1935, the daughter of Edwin and Emma (Peterson) Walker.
She married Sheldon (Buzz) Szitas on July 16, 1955. He preceded her in death on May 3, 1996.
Mary Ellen graduated from Cochranton High School in 1953 where she was...
Donna Kay Johnson
Nov 13, 2024
Donna Kay Johnson, 73, of Meadville, passed away Wednesday, November 13, 2024, at UPMC-Hamot, Erie.
Donna was born in Clearfield, on April 21, 1951, a daughter of the late Ralph Waldo and Victoria (Cresswell) Wood.
On November 18, 1989 Donna married Gary L. Johnson; he survives.
She was of the Baptist Faith and also attended St. Agatha Church with her husband, Gary.
Following her...
Neoma Kay Mattocks
Nov 8, 2024
Neoma Kay Mattocks, 63, of Saegertown, entered the gates of Heaven on Friday, November 8, 2024, at UPMC Medical Center, Pittsburgh, with her family at her side.
Neoma was born in Niagara Falls, NY on August 4, 1961, a daughter of the late Samuel and Norma (Walters) Jacobs.
Neoma's life work was raising her children and grandchildren. She also touched many lives...
Duane L. Paul
Nov 6, 2024
Duane L. Paul, 80, of Meadville, passed away Wednesday, November 6, 2024 at Embassy of Park Ave.
Duane was born in Sewickley, on March 29, 1944, a son of the late Wilbur R. and Alice M. (May) Paul.
He was of the Protestant faith.
After a 35 year career of teaching, Duane retired from Oil City Area School District. His first two years...
William G. Eastlick
Nov 2, 2024
William G. Eastlick, 81, of Meadville, passed away Saturday, November 2, 2024.
William was born in Kremis, on September 25, 1943, a son of the late James and Mary (Ellifritz) Eastlick.
On September 16, 1972 William married Diana Budetich; she survives.
He was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
William was employed in the Housekeeping Department of Allegheny College...
Madeline Ricci Mangino
Oct 29, 2024
Madeline Ricci Mangino, 93, of Meadville, passed away Tuesday, October 29, 2024, at Friendship Village of South Hills, Upper St. Clair.
Madeline was born in Meadville, on April 21, 1931, a daughter of the late Gennaro and Magenta (Palla) Ricci.
On January 9, 1954 Madeline married Ralph "Lou" Mangino; he preceded her in death on October 19, 2013.
A lifetime member of St....
Marlene Sue Sopher
Oct 23, 2024
Marlene Sue Sopher, 70, of Meadville passed away suddenly on Wednesday, October 23, 2024, at home.
No public services will be held.
Arrangements by STEPHEN P. MIZNER FH& CS, INC., 404 CHESTNUT ST., MEADVILLE.
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Robert "Bob" M. Burns, Jr.
Oct 22, 2024
Robert "Bob" M. Burns, Jr., 81, of Meadville, passed away Tuesday, October 22, 2024, at home surrounded by his loving wife and family.
Bob was born in Lawrenceville, on December 21, 1942, a son of the late Robert M. and Elva (Johnston) Burns, Sr.
On August 8, 1984, Bob married Mary Katherine "Kathi" Goda; she survives.
He was of the Methodist faith.
Bob had...
George H. Deshner, III
Oct 17, 2024
George H. Deshner, III, 76, of Meadville, passed away Thursday, October 17, 2024, at UPMC-Hamot Medical Center.
George was born in Meadville, on October 25, 1947, a son of the late George H. and Betty A. (Hazelbaker) Deshner, Jr.
He was a member of First Presbyterian Church, Meadville.
George was a graduate of Meadville High School and Edinboro College. Mr. Deshner had a...
Carl L. Ferry
Oct 7, 2024
Carl L. Ferry, 83, of Meadville, passed away Monday, October 7, 2024 at home.
Carl was born in Meadville, on July 4, 1941, a son of the late Harley and Mae (Kightlinger) Ferry.
On August 31, 1963, Carl married Marguerite I. Weaver; she survives.
Carl attended New Beginnings Church and previously was a member of the former St. John's Church on the Mercer...
Margaret Mary Maziarz
Oct 4, 2024
Margaret Mary Maziarz, 93, of Saegertown, passed away Friday, October 4, 2024 at home.
Margaret was born in Cobourg, Ontario, on November 1, 1930, a daughter of the late Dan and Mary (Bulger) Leguard.
On July 11, 1953 Margaret married Stephen J. Maziarz; he preceded her in death on May 27, 2014.
She was a member of St. Brigid Roman Catholic Church, Meadville.
In...
Kathy A. Davis
Oct 2, 2024
Kathy A. Davis, 70, of Conneautville, passed away Wednesday, October 2, 2024, at UPMC-Hamot Medical Center.
Kathy was born in Meadville, on August 2, 1954, a daughter of the late Ora Patton and Emma Louise (Downs) Sipos.
On October 9, 1977, Kathy married Richard M. Davis; he survives.
She was a member of Westford United Methodist Church where she was involved with mission...