Obituaries

May 30, 2019

Linda Mae Thomas, of McKean, passed away Thursday, May 30, 2019, following a brief illness. She was born January 22, 1939, the daughter of the late Everett and Virginia Henson.

Linda graduated from Academy High School and Clarion University. She retired from the Fairview School District after 32 years of teaching.

Linda was a member...

May 27, 2019

Duretta “Dee” Mahoney, age 89, of Edinboro, died Monday May 27, 2019 at her residence.

She was born in Erie on October 9, 1929, the daughter of the late Richard and Lillian (King) Dickey. Dee attended Strong Vincent High School, where she was the head majorette, twirling a fire baton. She enjoyed planning and attending many of...

May 25, 2019

James Christopher Conway, Jr., 74, of Edinboro, died Saturday, May 25, 2019 at UPMC Hamot, surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Cleveland, OH on July 13, 1944, the son of the late James C. and Marie Conway.

Jim was the oldest of nine children; Kathleen, Michael, Margaret, Kalen, Sarah, Kevin, Dennis and Daniel. He...

May 22, 2019

Barbara Ann Bunting, 74, of Edinboro, died Wednesday, May 22, 2019 at home.

A memorial service will be held at a later date.

The Glunt Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc., Edinboro, is in charge of funeral arrangements. To send condolences please visit www.gluntfuneralhome.com.

May 12, 2019

Rodger William Volkwein, 77, of McKean, peacefully transitioned into eternal life surrounded by his wife, children and grandchildren on May 12, 2019 at Hamot Hospital.

He was born May 30, 1941 to Rodger William Volkwein, Sr. and Marguerite (Volkwein) Morris in Erie. Rodger is survived by his loving wife, Betty Lou Volkwein; his daughters, Linda Hreha and...

Apr 22, 2019

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Apr 18, 2019

Robert L. Vascovich, 84, of Waterford, died Thursday, April 18, 2019 at Edinboro Manor. He was born in Dixonville, PA on August 30, 1934, the son of the late Stephen and Martha Vascovich.

Bob was an auto mechanic and owned and operated Bob's Garage in Waterford for over 40 years.

Robert and his wife, Sarah,...

Apr 6, 2019

Paul J. Lisowski, 68, of Edinboro, formerly of Lawrenceville, left this earthly life on Saturday, April 6, 2019 at St. Vincent Hospital. He was born in Pittsburgh, PA on November 21, 1950, the son of the late Anthony and Harriet Lisowski, Sr.

He was the loving and caring father of his most treasured daughters Rachel, Stephanie “Willow”,...

Apr 5, 2019

Marjorie M. Lesik, 94, of Waterford, went to be and rejoice with the Lord on Friday, April 5, 2019.  She was born in Erie on December 30, 1924, the daughter of the late Jay and Helen Kinney.

Marge was a faithful and loving wife to Steve Lesik for 58 years.  They were devoted to each other, to...

Mar 24, 2019

Carol L. Lundmark, 68, of Edinboro, formerly of Harborcreek, died Sunday, March 24, 2019 at home. She was born in Erie, Pa on July 20, 1950, the daughter of the late Ralph and Irene Montgomery.

She graduated from Strong Vincent High School.

She loved reading, especially Debbie Macomber's books, gardening, and therapy shopping. Carol was...

Mar 24, 2019

Thomas Andrew Coburn Jr., passed peacefully into the presence of his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Sunday, March 24, 2019. He had just celebrated his 83rd birthday on the 5th of March.

Tom was a loving father to his children and a faithful friend to many. An avid sportsman who enjoyed hunting and fishing, as well...

Mar 11, 2019

Patrick J. Connelly, 57, of Cambridge Springs, died unexpectedly in the home that he loved and shared with his wife and children whom he cherished, on Monday, March 11, 2019. He was born in Oil City, PA on October 18, 1961, the son of Bernadette Connelly and the late Daniel J. Connelly.

A man of few words,...

Mar 8, 2019

Marjorie L. Leube, 82, of McKean, died Friday, March 8, 2019 at home. She was born in Erie on July 29, 1936, the daughter of the late Howard and Louella Plautz.

Marjorie was a talented seamstress throughout her life. She and her husband, Ken, owned and operated Leube Bros. Western Auto/Leube Bros. Hardware...

Feb 28, 2019

Anna McMahon Florek passed away peacefully on the morning of February 28, 2019. She is predeceased by her parents, Elizabeth and Fenton McMahon; her husband, Dr. Florian Florek; her brother, John McMahon; her sisters, Mary Scott and Katherine Merritt; and her children, Mary Elizabeth Florek and Michael Florek.

Born on August 1, 1921 in Picton, Ontario, Canada;...

Feb 27, 2019

Gregory E. Flinchbaugh, 61, of Edinboro, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, Feb. 27, 2019. He was born in Oil City, PA on July 8, 1957, the son of Emil (Betty) Flinchbaugh and the late Patricia Flinchbaugh.

He graduated from Oil City High School in 1975 where he lettered in basketball and tennis. He continued his tennis career...

Feb 25, 2019

Basil James “B.J.” Zafiropulos, remembered for his devotion to his family and his integrity, passed away on February 25, 2019.

His life was defined by his respect for others and his zest for sailing and meteorology. He met his future wife, Plucia, in Maryland, where she was impressed by his character, personality and wit.

Basil...

Feb 24, 2019

Regina M. Stateczny, of Edinboro, passed peacefully on Sunday, February 24, 2019, surrounded by the love of her family. Her family was blessed to have a mother of deep faith, selfless family devotion, and a strong life spirit.

Regina was born in Buffalo, NY on September 2, 1934 to Marya and Kazmier Tolkacz. She raised her family...

Feb 7, 2019

Alice Jane Lewis, 74, of West Springfield, died Thursday, February 7, 2019 at Western Reserve in Erie. She was born in Conneautville, PA on February 14, 1944, the daughter of the late Jacob and Gladys Rexford Keiper.

Alice attended the one room school houses in Franklin Center and on Silverthorn Road. She was an Edinboro High School...

Jan 29, 2019

“You can lead a horse to water”… begins the old expression about the value of education and accepting wisdom, but the beginning of this oft repeated phrase has particular significance for the family of Nancy Knipp Downey of Edinboro – a dedicated educator -- who passed away on Tuesday, Jan. 29, 2019.

You see, both horses and...

Jan 24, 2019

Richard “DA” Charles Adams, 75, of McKean, died Thursday, January 24, 2019 at home. He was born in Butler, PA on March 13, 1943, the son of the late Clark and Elsie Adams.

Dick was proud to have served his country in the U.S. Air Force in Vietnam. Following his return, he began a 41 year career...