Recent Obituaries
Obituaries for Meadville, Saegertown, Crawford County, PA & Surrounding Areas
Mark F. Wright
Oct 2, 2024
Mark F. Wright, 75, of Meadville, passed away Wednesday, October 2, 2024, at UPMC-Hamot, with his family at his side.
Mark was born in Meadville on July 27, 1949, a son of the late Ivan and E. Marion (Orr) Wright.
On October 23, 1981, Mark married Karen Maloney; she survives.
He attended Grace United Methodist Church.
Over the years, Mark was employed by H...
Judy L. Laird
Sep 29, 2024
Judy L. Laird, 81, of Meadville, passed away Sunday, September 29, 2024, at home.
Judy was born in Meadville, on June 10, 1943, a daughter of the late George and Jeanne (Bowen) Knox.
On June 16, 1962 Judy married George Laird, Jr.
She was an active member of Presbyterian Church of the Redeemer where she had served as Deaconess.
After 23 years of service,...
Ronald E. Polak
Sep 27, 2024
Ronald E. “RP” Polak passed away peacefully at his home on September 27, 2024 after a long, courageous battle with leukemia.
RP was born in Erie, PA on May 20, 1940 to William C. and Margaret Schugart Polak.
On October 28, 1978, he married M. Catherine (Cathi) O'Toole, who survives.
Following his graduation from Strong Vincent High School in 1958, RP attended Penn...
Daniel "Danny" N. Peters
Sep 26, 2024
Daniel “Danny” N. Peters, 85, of Townville, passed away peacefully in his sleep on September 26, 2024, at Embassy at Park Avenue in Meadville.
Danny was born on June 28, 1939, to the late Marion and Dorothy (Flickinger) Peters of Saegertown. He married Charlotte (Christine) Peters on July 13, 1968. She passed away In March of this year.
He was a member...
Joyce A. Powell
Sep 26, 2024
Joyce A. Powell, 76, of Meadville, passed away Thursday, September 26, 2024, at Meadville Medical Center, with her family by her side.
Joyce was born in Meadville, on July 3, 1948, a daughter of the late Melvin and Faye (Seley) Powell, Sr.
She was an active member of Wayland Baptist Church where she was baptized and had served as a Deaconess .
Joyce...
Gregory Alan Slater
Sep 17, 2024
Gregory Alan Slater, 59, of Meadville, passed away Tuesday, September 17, 2024 at home.
Gregory was born in Oil City, on May 18, 1965, a son of the late Eugene R. and Sara (Hartle) Slater, Sr.
Gregory was a big fan of Wynonna Judd and of The Alabama Band. He enjoyed building model trains and trucks and would dream about being a...
Gary Lee Gisewhite
Sep 15, 2024
Gary Lee Gisewhite, 72, of Meadville, passed away Sunday, September 15, 2024 at Crawford County Care Center.
Gary was born in Meadville, on July 24, 1952, a son of the late Merle and Elizabeth (Sproul) Gisewhite.
He was a member of The Epiphany of the Lord Parish, St. Agatha Church, Meadville.
Gary was a 1970 graduate of Meadville High school. While still attending...
Helen Marie Gumino
Sep 15, 2024
Helen Marie Gumino, 88, of Meadville, passed away Sunday, September 15, 2024.
Helen was born in Meadville, on March 5, 1936, a daughter of the late Joseph and Carmella (Basile) Paris.
She married Anthony "Tony" Gumino; he preceded her in death.
For many years Helen was employed by the former Talon, Inc. of Meadville.
Helen is survived by a son John Brittain; a brother...
Tessa Hope Kelly
Sep 14, 2024
Infant Tessa Hope Kelly, 5 days old, of Meadville, passed away suddenly, Saturday, September 14, 2024.
Tessa was born in Meadville, on September 9, 2024, a daughter of the Tim and Torri Kelly.
In addition to her loving parents Tim and Torri Kelly, Tessa is survived by her sister Tinsleigh, maternal grandparents Doug and Vicki Longstreth, paternal grandfather John Kelly, paternal grandmother...
Virginia "Ginny" Yurisic
Sep 12, 2024
Virginia "Ginny" Yurisic, 74, of Meadville, passed away Thursday, September 12, 2024, at St. Vincent Health System.
Ginny was born in Meadville, on December 18, 1949, a daughter of the late Charles C. and Elizabeth (Funciello) Yurisic.
She was a lifetime member of St. Mary of Grace Roman Catholic Church, Meadville.
Ginny retired from Crawford Central School District in 2004 after 33 years...
Todd Joseph Kidd
Sep 10, 2024
Todd Joseph Kidd, 59, of Linesville, passed away Tuesday, September 10, 2024 at home with his family by his side.
Todd was born in Columbus Grove, OH, on June 25, 1965, a son of Glen W. and Mary Kidd.
On October 26, 2019, Todd married Annette M. Ferraino Egan; she survives.
He was a member of St. Philip's Catholic Church in Linesville and...
Jane C. Nickerson
Sep 8, 2024
Jane C. Nickerson, 89, of Meadville, passed away Sunday, September 8, 2024, at Wesbury United Methodist Community.
Jane was born on July 28, 1935, a daughter of the late Robert and Ruth (Mignery) Cushman.
On June 16, 1956 Jane married Thomas D. Nickerson, Sr.; and they shared a wonderful life together until he preceded her in death on June 29, 2018.
For many...
Clyde E. Cornell
Sep 8, 2024
Clyde E. Cornell, 88, of Meadville, passed away Sunday, September 8th, at Meadville Medical Center, with his family by his side.
Clyde was born in Meadville, on July 14, 1936, a son of the late Walter and Giva (Crecraft) Cornell.
On July 15, 1961 Clyde married Helen Ward, she preceded him in death on May, 23, 2014.
He was a member of Bible...
Reginaldo "Aldo" "Reggie" Salvatore Colella
Sep 7, 2024
Reginaldo Salvatore Colella known as Aldo and Reggie, 81, of Saegertown, passed away Saturday, September 7, 2024.
Aldo was born in Taurianova, Italy on August 2, 1943, a son of the late Antonino and Carmela (Sigilli) Colella.
On June 24, 1967, Aldo married Theresa Frisina; she survives.
Born in Italy, Reginaldo came to America at the age of 25 and began his 45+...
Louis H. Severo
Sep 6, 2024
Louis H. Severo, 86, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, September 6, 2024 with his loving family and dog, Bella, by his side. Louie was born in Meadville on July 16, 1938. He was a 1957 graduate of Meadville High School. On September 20, 1969 Lou married Marsha K. Bell, she survives.
In 1966 he began his career with Combined...
Richard J. Jackowski
Sep 5, 2024
Richard J. Jackowski, 77, of Jamestown, passed away Thursday, September 5, 2024, at Meadville Medical Center.
Richard was born in Pittsburgh, on September 7, 1946, a son of the late Richard and Josephine (Schlessman) Jackowski.
Following his high school graduation, Richard entered the US Army on November 6, 1964, and served his country honorably until his discharge on November 15, 1966. Richard...
Theresa "Terri" Troske
Sep 5, 2024
Theresa "Terri" Troske, 69, of Conneaut Lake, passed away Thursday, September 5, 2024.
Terri was born in Waterbury, CT on December 30, 1954, a daughter of the late Anthony and Lucie (Cicchetti) Cilfone.
On September 1, 1978 Terri married Lee Troske; he survives.
Following her graduation from Waterbury Catholic High School, Terri attended the University of Connecticut before graduating from St. Mary's Hospital...
Stephanie L. Rigby
Sep 4, 2024
Stephanie L. Rigby passed away on Wednesday, September 4, 2024 surrounded by her family.
Stephanie was born on December 4, 1969 in Dunkirk, New York.
She is survived by her husband, Richard Rigby, mother Jean Fortney; two children Ashley (Jordan) Imm and Jason Lancaster; and four grandchildren. Also survived by her brother and sister and many nieces and nephews.
Stephanie has worked in...
Nancy L. Perrine
Sep 2, 2024
Nancy L. Perrine, 64, of Meadville, passed away Monday, September 2, 2024, at home with her family by her side.
Nancy was born in Meadville, on November 7, 1959, a daughter of the late Clyde Eugene and June Marie (Dunham) Rhodes.
On August 18, 1979, Nancy married John E. Perrine; he survives.
She was a member of Barton Road United Brethren Church, Meadville.
In...
Anthony "Tony" Passilla, Sr.
Sep 1, 2024
Anthony "Tony" Passilla Sr., 82, of Meadville, passed away peacefully on September 1, 2024.
Born on December 23, 1941, a son of the late Tony & Josephine Passilla.
Tony was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, and friend who left an indelible mark on everyone who knew him.
A skilled toolmaker and proud business owner of Pasco Tool & Plastics, Tony dedicated...