Obituaries

Deana J. Lasher

Deana J. Lasher

Sep 3, 2026

Deana J. (Scheerbaum) Lasher, 67, of Cambridge Springs,died Thursday, September 3, 2026 at AHN St. Vincent Hospital. She was born in Butler, PA on October 26, 1958, the daughter of the late Melvin and Bonita (Kriley) Scheerbaum.

While in Karns City High School, Deana played the flute and piccolo in her school bands. She was also active in 4H and showed...

Joyce Lynn Pierson

Joyce Lynn Pierson

Sep 4, 2026



Joyce Lynn Pierson, 69, of Edinboro, Pennsylvania, was called home on Friday, September 4, 2026, to reunite with her late son, William James “BJ” Pierson. 

Joyce blessed the world with her arrival to the late William and Violet Brown on November 13, 1956. Joyce attended Strong Vincent High School. Joyce was a woman whose heart was never quite full unless she...

Barbara Ann Reese

Barbara Ann Reese

Sep 5, 2026

Barbara Ann Reese, 86, of Erie, beloved wife, mother and grandmother, died Saturday, September 5, 2026 at Forestview Nursing Home. She was born in Wilkinsburg, PA on March 29, 1940, the eldest daughter of the late John and Mary (Telisko) Harchuk.

Barbara grew up in Monroeville, PA and was a graduate of Turtle Creek High School, Clarion University and the University...

Russell "Russ" Sundy

Russell "Russ" Sundy

Sep 8, 2026

Russell “Russ” William Sundy, 76 of Edinboro, PA, passed away on September 8, 2026. He was born in Erie, PA on January 14, 1950, the son of the late Florian “Bud” and Margaret “Marge” (Kuchar) Sundy.

He graduated from Cathedral Preparatory School and was then a part of the first group of coeds to attend and graduate from Mercyhurst College with...

Betty J. Armel

Betty J. Armel

Sep 7, 2026

Betty Janet Armel, 90, of Cambridge Springs, PA, passed away peacefully on September 7, 2026. She was born in Laceyville, PA on August 27, 1936, the daughter of the late Theron “T.V.” and Gladys Layton Lewis.

Mrs. Armel was a 1954 graduate of Cambridge Springs Joint High School and a 1986 graduate of LPN VoTech School in Meadville, PA. She worked...

Robert "Bob" R. Neely

Robert "Bob" R. Neely

Sep 6, 2026

Robert “Bob” R. Neely, 75, of Edinboro, died Sunday, September 6, 2026 at UPMC Hamot. He was born in Washington, PA on March 9, 1951, the son of the late William and Elsie Randolph Neely.

Bob grew up in the Pittsburgh area and later graduated from Slippery Rock High School. He met his wife, Gayle, in 1970 and they were married...

Sarah D. Dougan

Sarah D. Dougan

Sep 4, 2026

In Loving Memory of Sarah D. Dougan

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Sarah D. Dougan on September 3, 2026. Born on March 19, 1988, in Erie, Pennsylvania, Sarah graced the world with her presence, bringing joy and light to all who knew her. She passed peacefully, surrounded by the unwavering love of her...

Thomas "Tom" A. Mallory, II

Thomas "Tom" A. Mallory, II

Sep 3, 2026

Thomas “Tom” Arthur Mallory, II, 54, of Erie, PA formerly of Edinboro, died Thursday, September 3, 2026 at his favorite place, the family property. He was born in Erie, PA on June 4, 1972, the son of Thomas Arthur Mallory and the late Jane Mallory.

Tom grew up in Wesleyville, PA where he attended St. James School and Mercyhurst Prep. He...

Patrick H. Lyons

Patrick H. Lyons

Aug 30, 2026

Patrick Henry Lyons, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away at home on August 30, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love, dedication, and cherished memories. Born on October 16, 1939, in Erie, Pennsylvania, Patrick was the beloved son of the late Joseph and Florence Lyons.

Throughout his life, he exemplified resilience and a steadfast commitment to his family...

James H. Bucksbee

James H. Bucksbee

Aug 25, 2026

James H. Bucksbee, 84, of McKean, died Tuesday, August 25, 2026 at Edinboro Manor. He was born in his Grandmother Horak's house in Reynoldsville, PA on Easter morning, April 5, 1942, the son of the late Claude (Buckey) and Veronica (Toots) Bucksbee. He leaves behind his wife, Diana; two daughters, Christine Bucksbee of Edinboro, and Kathleen Bucksbee of McKean; three...

Scott C. Otteni

Scott C. Otteni

Aug 15, 2026

Scott Christopher Otteni passed away Saturday August 15, 2026 at St. Vincent Hospital, Erie, PA, leaving behind a legacy of laughter, legendary gatherings, and unforgettable memories with those he loved most. Known to many simply as Scott, he also wore many affectionate titles over the years - whether you knew him as Scooter, Muffin, Skeeter, Barney, Mongo, Captain or Scottie-boy,...

Pauline DeNoewer

Pauline DeNoewer

Aug 13, 2026

Pauline DeNoewer transitioned to her heavenly home on August 13, 2026. She was born in Czechoslovakia on June 23, 1928, the daughter of the late Franz and Theresa Gyra.

Pauline was a WW2 war bride married to the late Army veteran, Frank DeNoewer. Together they raised four children; daughters, Ethel Harvey (widow of Jerry), Nanci Dunton (husband, Larry), Juanita Thellmann (husband,...

Richard D. Pifer

Richard D. Pifer

Aug 5, 2026

Richard D. Pifer, 91, of Edinboro, died Wednesday, August 5, 2026 at St. Vincent Hospital. He was born in Big Run, PA on April 26, 1935, the son of the late Davis and Goldie Pifer.

Richard served in the US Army. He attended Penn State University, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Liberal Arts. He spent the majority...

Richard C. Alward

Richard C. Alward

Jul 14, 2026

Richard C. “Rick” Alward, 70, of Erie, died Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at his home. He was born in Edinboro on May 13, 1956, the son of the late James and Zola Alward.

Rick attended General McLane High School. He worked as a machinist for Lord Corporation for many years.

He enjoyed hunting, fishing and golf.

In addition to his parents, he was...

Karl E. Nordberg

Karl E. Nordberg

2026

I suspect I was born lucky 84 years ago. Life was good to me. But then I also worked hard at making it successful. I seemed to always make the right decisions at the right time in life and had no regrets. Oh, there were upsets that might frustrate some. My oldest son Brian died at age 23 from diabetes...

Frances Wigren Robinson

Frances Wigren Robinson

Jun 27, 2026

Frances Wigren Robinson of Edinboro, passed away peacefully at her home on June 27, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. She was 77 years old.

Born on July 20, 1948, in Titusville, Pennsylvania, Fran was the daughter of the late Walter A. Wigren and Catherine F. Wigren. She is survived by her husband of 52 years, Calvin Robinson. They met in...

Dr. Lisa R. Laird, D.Ed.

Dr. Lisa R. Laird, D.Ed.

Jun 10, 2026

Dr. Lisa R. Laird (Parmenter), D. Ed., age 57, of McKean,Pennsylvania, passed away surrounded by family on June 10, 2026 in her beloved home.

She was born on January 1, 1969 in Erie, Pennsylvania to Audrey (Karotka) and Timothy Parmenter. After graduating from McDowell High School, she went on to receive her bachelor’s degree in Geography from Edinboro University, where she...

Linda L. (Swift) Aleksandrowicz

Linda L. (Swift) Aleksandrowicz

Jun 8, 2026

Linda L. (Swift) Aleksandrowicz, 72, of Erie, formerly of Edinboro, died Monday, June 8, 2026 at AHN St. Vincent. She was born in Conneaut, Ohio on May 19, 1954, the daughter of the late Neil and Laura Swift.

Linda was a 1972 graduate of General McLane High School. She then attended Edinboro University earning a bachelor’s degree in Accounting. She later...

Margaret C. "Maggi" Cusack Stablein

Margaret C. "Maggi" Cusack Stablein

Jun 2, 2026

Margaret “Maggi” C. Cusack Stablein, 73, passed away peacefully on June 2, 2026, continually surrounded by those that loved her dearly.

Born on December 10, 1952 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Margaret entered into the world as an inquisitive and vivacious individual. She lived with her mother, father, and three sisters. She attended Catholic School from kindergarten through eighth grade and enjoyed her...

Angeline "Jean" M. Doan

Angeline "Jean" M. Doan

May 31, 2026

Angeline “Jean” M. Doan, 88, of Edinboro, PA, died Sunday, May 31, 2026 at Edinboro Manor. She was born in Edinboro on March 15, 1938, the daughter of the late Rudolph and Caroline Surovick.

Angeline graduated from Albion Area High School in 1957. She previously worked as a nurses aide at San Rosario Nursing Home in Cambridge Springs, and as a...