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Margaret Findlay Timpe

Margaret Findlay Timpe

Jul 29, 2023

Margaret Findlay Timpe, 87, of Meadville, passed away, Saturday, July 29, 2023, at Marquette Hospice House.

Margaret was born in Meadville, on March 15, 1936, the fourth daughter, and seventh of eleven children born to the late George and Mary Ann (Nageotte) Findlay III.

On May 22, 1990, Margaret married James "Jim" Timpe who preceded her in death on September 16, 2015....

George N. Wilcox

George N. Wilcox

Jul 26, 2023

George "Butch" N. Wilcox, Jr., 79, of Blooming Valley, passed away suddenly on Wednesday, July, 26, 2023, at UPMC-Hamot Medical Center, Erie.

Butch was born in Erie, on April 7, 1944, a son of the late George N. and Shirley (Reynolds) Wilcox, Sr.

On May 8, 1992 he married the love of his life, Judith D. Kantz; she survives.

He was a member...

Dorothy Eileen Jones

Dorothy Eileen Jones

Jul 26, 2023

Dorothy Eileen Jones, 97, of Meadville, passed away Wednesday, July 26, 2023, at Rolling Fields, Inc.

Dorothy was born at home in Saegertown, on April 23, 1926, a daughter of the late Clarence and Cora (Ferguson) Powell.

On Sept. 6, 1946, Dorothy married Ormal J. Jones, he preceded her in death on June 8, 2009.

She was a member of First Church of...

Victor "Vic" P. Kress

Victor "Vic" P. Kress

Jul 22, 2023

Victor Paul Kress drove his precious convertible (top down, of course) for the last time Saturday, July 22, 2023.

Born August 8, 1938 to Victor Frank and Helen Gail Kress, he graduated from St. Agatha’s High School (now Seton) and Allegheny College, and served in the Pennsylvania Army National Guard and the Air National Guard in Vienna, Ohio.

Graduating from Allegheny College,...

Rosato "Louie" Luigi Fidanza

Rosato "Louie" Luigi Fidanza

Jul 21, 2023

Rosato "Louie" Luigi Fidanza, 94 of Grove City, passed away Friday, July 21, 2023 at Allegheny Health Networks of Grove City.

Louie was born in Waterbury, CT, on February 20, 1929, a son of the late Agostino and Anna (Cipriani) Fidanza.

On December 10, 2019 Louie married Geraldine (Gerri) Vernon Weaver; she survives.

Louie attended Duggan Elementary School and Leavenworth High School both...

Donald Ray Boatman

Donald Ray Boatman

Jul 18, 2023

Remembrance of Donald Ray Boatman

05/13/1961-07/18/2023.

Former employee of Allegheny College.

Services July 30, 2023, at 10:30 AM at Beacon Liberty.

Condolences at www.miznerfuneralhome.com

Chase Brandon Snyder

Chase Brandon Snyder

Jul 18, 2023

Chase B. Snyder, 38, of Meadville, passed away Tuesday, July 18, 2023.

Chase was born in Meadville, on March 3, 1985, a son of Edith (Geer) Snyder and the late Cloyd Snyder.

He was employed by MFG of Linesville.

In addition to his mother, Edith, survivors include two sons Rylie Snyder, Jace Snyder, siblings Brandie Custer, Tiffiny Heisey, Brad Snyder all of Meadville,...

Margaret M. Koehler

Margaret M. Koehler

Jul 16, 2023

Margaret M. Koehler, 92, of Saegertown, passed away Sunday, July 16, 2023 at Wesbury United Methodist Community.

Margaret was born in Meadville, on February 12, 1931, a daughter of the late Andrew and Etta (Zickefoose) Zirkle.

On April 25, 1947 Margaret married J. Russell "Earl" Koehler; he preceded her in death on January 19, 1992.

She was a member of Allida-Smith Weslyan Church.

Margaret...

Donna K. Bennett

Donna K. Bennett

Jul 16, 2023

Donna K. Bennett, 84, of Meadville, passed away Sunday, July 16th, at Meadville Medical Center.

Donna was born on June 17, 1939, a daughter of the late Joseph and Alda Cribbs.

On February 1, 1964 Donna married Henry E. Bennett; he preceded her in death on June 18, 2016.

Donna was a happy homemaker, taking pride in caring for her entire family. She...

Victoria Jean Gruber

Victoria Jean Gruber

Jul 8, 2023

Victoria Jean (Peterson) Gruber, 62, of Meadville passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on July 8, 2023.

Vicky was born in Franklin, PA on January 31, 1961, daughter of the late Richard and Josephine (Koziara) Peterson.

Vicky graduated from Meadville High School in 1979. After graduation she moved to Colorado. On October 25, 1980, Vicky married Brett Gruber, to whom she...

John H. Kardos

John H. Kardos

Jul 7, 2023

John H. Kardos, 82, of Meadville, passed away Friday, July 7, 2023, at Embassy of Park Avenue, Meadville.

John was born in Chalfant, on August 30, 1940, a son of the late John and Freida (Doczkat) Kardos.

On September 25, 1961 John married Joan Helen Whitehead; she preceded him in death on July 30, 2020.

Following his graduation from Turtle Creek High School,...

Thomas "Tom" E. Jennings

Thomas "Tom" E. Jennings

Jun 29, 2023

Thomas "Tom" E. Jennings, 75, formerly of Cambridge Springs, passed away Thursday, June 29, 2023, at Edinboro Manor.

Tom was born in Meadville, on April 13, 1948, a son of the late Lloyd and Marie (Callahan) Jennings.

On May 4, 1973 Tom married Victoria "Vicky" Webster; she survives.

He was of the Catholic faith. Tom was a 1966 graduate of Saegertown High School....

David Jordan Pierce

David Jordan Pierce

Jun 20, 2023

David Jordan Pierce, 88, passed Tuesday, June 20, 2023, at Crawford County Care Center.

David was born in McKeesport, on February 21, 1935, a son of the late Rev. Homer and Enid (Sutherland) Pierce.

He served in the US Navy as an AO from 1952 to 1960 with VF33. He graduated WV Wesleyan with a degree in political science and worked for...

David A. Galland

David A. Galland

Jun 12, 2023

David Galland, 59, of Meadville, passed June 12, 2023.

Visitation is 11:30-1 on Thursday, June 22, at STEPHEN P. MIZNER FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 404 CHESTNUT ST., MEADVILLE, with Funeral Service at 1 PM followed by Full Military Honors.

James "Jim" Bufalino

James "Jim" Bufalino

Jun 10, 2023

It is with a heavy heart and profound sadness that I share my father’s passing with you.  My dear Dad, James Angelo Bufalino, departed this world while I was holding his hand on June 10, 2023, at the remarkable age of 106. He leaves behind a legacy of love, wisdom, and cherished memories that will forever be etched in the...

Kathryn "Kathy" Ann Bernoski

Kathryn "Kathy" Ann Bernoski

Jun 8, 2023

Kathryn "Kathy" Ann Bernoski, 76, of Martinsburg, WV, formerly of Meadville, passed away Thursday, June 8, 2023, at The Grove at New Castle.

Kathy was born in Meadville, on February 25, 1947, a daughter of the late Charles and Rita (Dick) Bernoski.

She had been a member of St. Agatha Roman Catholic Church, Meadville.

A graduate of Cambridge Springs High School, Kathy was...

Linda Kay Harrison

Linda Kay Harrison

Jun 7, 2023

Linda Kay Harrison, 80, of Saegertown, passed away at home on Wednesday, June 7, 2023, after a courageous 9-year battle with multiple myeloma.

Linda was born in Union City, on October 10, 1942, a daughter of the late Herman and Eila (Smith) Weed.

On June 1, 1963 Linda married Samuel S. Harrison; he survives.

She was an active member of Saegertown United Methodist...

Myra Jean Weaver

Myra Jean Weaver

Jun 5, 2023

Myra Jean Weaver, 80, of Meadville, passed away Monday, June 5, 2023, at Marquette Hospice House, surrounded by her loved ones.

Myra was born in Callensburg,  on April 7, 1943, a daughter of the late Stanley and Laura (Showers) Ace.

On January 11, 1964 Myra married Kenneth Weaver; he preceded her in death on August 14, 1998.

She was a member of The...

Don Wesley Bivens

Don Wesley Bivens

Jun 4, 2023

Don Wesley Bivens, 38, of Saegertown, passed away Sunday, June 4, 2023, at UPMC Hamot, Erie.  He was with his family and his wife.

Don was born in Meadville, on December 3, 1984.

On February 22, 2022, Don married Melissa Gebhardt; she survives.

A 2003 graduate of Saegertown High School, Don went on to earn an Associate’s Degree in Electronic Engineering from Allegheny...

Linda J. Dillen

Linda J. Dillen

Jun 3, 2023

Linda J. Dillen, 75, of Meadville, passed away Saturday, June 3, 2023, at Crawford County Care Center.

She was born in Beaver Co., on April 9, 1948.

Linda was a people person who loved being in the community. She enjoyed time spent at Active Aging, the Arc of Crawford County, and most of all, time spent with her son. She was blessed...

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