Recent Obituaries
Obituaries for Meadville, Saegertown, Crawford County, PA & Surrounding Areas
Nevin B. Leonhart
Jan 2, 2023
Nevin B. Leonhart, 76, of Meadville, passed away suddenly on Monday, January 2, 2023, at home.
Nevin was born in Meadville, on October 31, 1946, a son of the late Walter T. and Virginia (Farnham) Leonhart.
On May 7, 1970 Nevin married Marie Hayden; she survives.
He was a member of Saegertown United Methodist Church.
Over the years Nevin had been employed in the...
Barbara Lee Goza
Dec 26, 2022
Barbara Lee Goza, 77, died on December 26, 2022, at home surrounded by her family.
She was born April 13, 1945, in Meadville, PA to Evron and Leona (Wallace) Householder.
She grew up as a farm girl doing chores on her family dairy farm near Saegertown, PA.
She married Granville B. Goza, III November 4, 1967. They had three children: Granville B. Goza,...
Rilley Mae Thompson
Dec 25, 2022
Rilley MaeThompson, 72, of Meadville, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, December 25, 2022, at home.
Rilley was born March 4, 1950, in Meadville, a daughter of the late Luther G. and Blanche Anne (Taggart) Thompson.
Rilley attended Meadville Area Senior High School. While living in Elyria, OH, she was employed as a home health aide for nine years. She would later return...
Marian H. Vanburen
Dec 22, 2022
“My life has been blessed by my faith, good health, family members and many friends.”
Marian H Van Buren, formerly of 14408 Locke Road, Conneautville, PA, died on Thursday, December 22, 2022, at the Rolling Fields Elder Care home where she resided since March, 2020.
Born in Erie, PA, on December 18, the eldest child and only daughter to John Dorr and...
Thomas Joseph Boynton
Dec 16, 2022
Thomas Joseph Boynton, 69, of Meadville, passed away Friday, December 16, 2022, at Meadville Medical Center.
Thomas was born in San Diego, CA, on November 23, 1953, a son of the late Francis E. and Doris E. (Watson) Boynton.
He was of the Christian faith.
A 1971 graduate of Meadville High School, Thomas had been employed as an art museum curator. Thomas enjoyed...
Loeta Langley Derby
Dec 14, 2022
Loeta Langley Derby, 85, of Meadville, passed away Wednesday, December 14, 2022, at Marquette Hospice House.
Loeta was born at the former Spencer Hospital, Meadville, on November 24, 1937, a daughter of the late Kenneth W. and Helen C. (Gebhardt) Langley.
On April 17, 2004, Loeta married Gerald R. Derby; he survives.
She was an active member of St. Mary of Grace Roman...
Deloris Jeanne Hanes
Dec 6, 2022
Deloris Jeanne Hanes, 81, of Meadville, passed away Tuesday, December 6, 2022, at Crawford County Care Center.
Deloris was born in Shinnston, WV, on September 17, 1941, a daughter of the late Richard P. Thompson and Faye (Tichenor) Novotny.
On September 21, 1959, Jeanne married Joseph "Terry" Hanes; he preceded her in death on December 23, 2020; he was the love of...
Paul Hamilton, Sr.
Dec 1, 2022
Paul Hamilton, Sr., 55, passed away December 1, 2022.
Paul was born in Meadville, April 14, 1967, a son of the late Otis and Hannah (Bellamy) Hamilton, Sr.
Paul was a member of St. John Missionary Full Gospel Baptist Church. He had been employed in the Food Service Department of Allegheny College and was a huge Dallas Cowboys fan.
Survived by sons Paul...
David D. Merritt
Nov 29, 2022
David D. Merritt, 57,of Saegertown, passed away Tuesday, November 29, 2022 at home with his family by his side.
David was born in Meadville, on June 3, 1965, a son of Carmen E. and Vina E. (Lilley) Merritt.
On June 14, 1986 David married Melanie Walker; she survives.
He was a member of Twelve Apostles Lutheran Church, Saegertown.
David was a 1983 graduate of...
Alice Virginia Miller
Nov 29, 2022
Our beloved Alice Virginia Lilly Miller was taken to heaven November 29, 2022; she died at Meadville Medical Center surrounded by her family.
A special thanks to the loving and compassionate ICU and second floor north nursing staff and aides, who took such tender care of her.
Alice was born December 31, 1923 at home, in Coons Corners, Saegertown, the daughter of...
Paul A. Vogt
Nov 28, 2022
Paul A. Vogt, 85, of Saegertown, passed away Monday, November 28, 2022, at Crawford County Care Center.
Paul was born at home in Edinboro, on March 22, 1937, a son of the late Albert O. and Minnie (Krauter) Vogt.
On June 14, 1958, Paul married Flora E. Lane; she preceded him in death on July 29, 2019.
He was a member of Saegertown...
Michael K. Zimmerman
Nov 28, 2022
Michael "Mike" K. Zimmerman, 62, of Meadville, passed away Monday, November 28, 2022, at St. Vincent Health System, Erie surrounded by family.
Michael was born in Kutztown, on December 7, 1959, a son of the late Henry Neil and Mary Lou (Derr) Zimmerman.
On August 5, 1989 Michael married Joanie L. Zuccaro; she survives.
He was a member of St. Mary of Grace...
Ardelle Lorraine Leonard
Nov 23, 2022
Ardelle Lorraine Leonard, 81, of Meadville, passed away Wednesday, November 23, 2022, at Meadville Medical Center surrounded by her family.
Ardelle was born in Oil City, on January 2, 1941, a daughter of the late Ervin and Mary (Dechant) Guth.
On June 24, 1972, Ardelle married Gerald "Jerry" Leonard; he preceded her in death on January 17, 2018.
She was a member of...
John L. Caretti
Nov 15, 2022
John L. Caretti, 76, of Saegertown, passed away suddenly on Tuesday, November 15, 2022, at home.
John was born in Meadville, on February 19, 1946, a son of the late Louis J. and Anna Mae (Talarico) Caretti.
On October 2, 1976 John married Bonita "Bonnie" Gaines; she survives.
A 1964 graduate of Meadville High School, John was also a 1968 graduate of Edinboro...
Norman C. Getchell, Ii
Nov 9, 2022
Norman Claire Getchell, 71, passed away on November 9, 2022, at Meadville Medical Center. He was surrounded by his loving siblings during these difficult days.
Norman was born in Baltimore, MD on February 21, 1951, a son of the late Norman and Beverly (Hoffer) Getchell. Subsequently Beverly was married to the late Maynard "Buck" Donahue for nearly 50 years and he...
Marie J. Yarnell
Nov 5, 2022
Marie J. Yarnell, 74, of Meadville, passed away Saturday, November 5, 2022, at home surrounded by family.
Marie was born in Meadville, on May 7, 1948, a daughter of the late Vincent and Mary (Basile) Bocchine.
Marie was an avid baker and enjoyed going to the casinos. Her greatest love in life was her family.
Marie is survived by a daughter Shannon Marie...
Richard Graham
Nov 5, 2022
Richard Graham, 55, of Meadville, passed away Saturday, November 5, 2022, at home.
Richard was born in Detroit, MI, on December 8, 1966, a son of the late Walter Graham, Sr. and Jacqueline (Pearson) Graham.
A US Army veteran, Richard served his country honorably from October 14, 1992 until October 13, 1996.
Richard is survived by two sons Richard Graham Jr. and Quincy...
Ralph Arnold Acker
Nov 3, 2022
Ralph Arnold Acker, 71, of Meadville, passed away Thursday, November 3, 2022, at home, surrounded by his family.
Ralph was born in Meadville, on May 4, 1951, a son of the late Arnold L. and Germaine (Hager) Acker.
On October 17, 2008, Ralph married Judy M. Groves Troy; she survives.
He attended Saegertown United Methodist Church.
A 1969 graduate of Saegertown High School, Ralph...
Joyce Ann Shuman Smith
Oct 29, 2022
Joyce Anne Shuman Smith, formerly of Meadville and Erie, passed away on October 29th, with loved ones by her side at her home in Clearwater Beach, FL.
Joyce is reunited with Thomas Wilson Smith, Sr., her beloved husband of 54 years.
Joyce is survived by her four loving children: Todd Davis (Lauren) of Scottsdale, AZ; Tamara Haverfield (Gary) Mansfield, OH, Tracey...
Guido Mario Colella
Oct 24, 2022
Guido Mario Colella, 89, of Meadville, passed away Monday, October 24, 2022 at Crawford County Care Center, with his family by his side.
Guido was born in Taurianova, RC, Italy on May 16, 1933, a son of the late Carmela (Sigilli) and Antonino V. Colella.
He was a member of St. Mary of Grace Church.
Guido had been a Master Tailor for over...
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