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Joseph "Joe" D'Valle

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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. 

Share a memory or condolence at www.miznerfuneralhome.com

Robert "Bob" M. Burns, Jr.

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

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

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

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

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...

Mark F. Wright

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

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

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

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

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

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

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...

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