Aug 24, 2024

On August 24, 2024, Irene T. Mander ascended into the waiting, loving arms of her Lord and Savior.  She was born on 25 November 1926 to Frank and Veronica Resch in Pittsburgh, PA.  In 1948 she married her one and only, John C. Mander.

Irene is survived by her daughters, Karen Mander-Burnworth of Sandy Lake...

Aug 23, 2024

Ronald L. Schell, 72 of Utica, passed away on August 23, 2024 at home with his family by his side. Ron was born in Grove City on July 10, 1952 to the late Clarence "Bill" Schell and Esther (Burk) Schell. Ron was known for his strong work ethic, beginning working on his grandparents farm on Donation Hill road at...

Aug 22, 2024

William G. Peterman, Jr., 81, of Conneautville, passed away at Meadville Medical Center on Thursday, August 22, 2024.

He was born in Guys Mills on June 11, 1943, son of William G. and Ava (Miller) Peterman. On August 20, 1977, Bill married the former June Cowden; she survives.

Bill was a 1961 graduate of Cambridge...

Aug 20, 2024

Thomas A Hawke, 66, of Painesville, OH, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on August 20, 2024. Thomas was born to Richard and B. Louise (neeEaton) Hawke on January 4, 1958. Thomas worked as a sheet metal fabricator for Astro Manufacturing for many years.

Thomas married the love of his life, Eunice, on September 3, 1994.

Aug 18, 2024

Catherine M. (Dolly) Chechak, 74, of Meadville, passed away Sunday afternoon, August 18, 2024, in Meadville Medical Center. She was born in Meadville on June 27, 1950, a daughter of Albert and Catherine (Schau) Snyder. On September 19, 1992, Dolly married Andrew J. "Andy" Chechak, he passed away May 5, 2008. She was a 1969 graduate of Randolph East...

Aug 13, 2024

David Wayne Heimbrook, 53, of Meadville, died peacefully surrounded by his family Tuesday, August 13, 2024, at his residence after a courageous 3-year battle with Pancreatic Cancer.

He was born November 4, 1970, in Port Jervis, NY; a son of Wayne Heimbrook, Margaret Reinhart and Charles Reinhart.

David graduated with his GED. David worked in...

Aug 12, 2024

Diane L. Baker, 70, of Polk, PA, passed away surrounded by her family on August 12, 2024 at UPMC Northwest.  Diane was born to Alvin and Delores Beach on April 11, 1954.  Diane graduated from Franklin High School before working at Polk Center for over 33 years.

Diane married her loving husband, Denton Baker, on April 8,...

Aug 11, 2024

Deborah A. Bowler, age 72, of Sheets Rd., Guys Mills passed away peacefully on Sunday morning August 11, 2024, in her residence surrounded by loved ones. She was born in Meadville on November 15, 1951, a daughter of Richard F. and Sally (Fordham) Swavey. She attended St. Brigids Primary School and graduated from Cochranton High School in 1970. No...

Aug 11, 2024

Marion “Rick” Rhome, age 72, of Franklin, PA, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and devotion. Rick was born in Monongahela, PA and was a 1971 graduate of Lakeview High School. He is survived by his beloved wife of 50 years, Debbie; his son, JR (Greg); daughter, Renee; cherished grandsons, Pablo and Sebastian; his sister,...

Aug 6, 2024

Thomas G. Lovewell, Jr., age 67, of Liberty St., Meadville passed away on Tuesday August 6, 2024, in his residence.

He was born in Erie on August 8, 1956, a son of Thomas G. Lovewell, Sr. and Audrey (Himrod) Lovewell.

He was a 1974 graduate of Fort LeBoeuf High School and was the owner/operator of...

Aug 4, 2024

Ronald E. Hughes of Gettysburg, PA, formerly of Franklin, Pa, passed away of natural causes on Sunday, August 4, 2024.  He was 68.

Born August 8, 1955 in Oil City, Pa, Ron was the son of John C. and Elaine L. Henderson Hughes, Jr.  He grew up on Pone Lane and was a 1974 graduate of Franklin...

Aug 3, 2024

Doris J. Crago, 89, of Meadville, PA, passed away surrounded by family at Meadville Medical Center on August 3, 2024. Doris was born to Augustus and Dorothy (Walton) Stainbrook on May 31, 1935 in Meadville, PA.

Doris was a member of First Baptist Church and worshipped there for many years. Doris was a 1954 graduate of Randolph...

Aug 3, 2024

Frederick L Corey, 80, of Meadville, PA, passed away peacefully on August 3, 2024. Frederick was born to Robert and Lovinia Corey on July 18, 1944. Frederick graduated from Linesville-Conneaut-Summit High School in 1962 before joining the United States Air Force where he served in the Vietnam Conflict until 1966. Frederick married the love of his life, Linda, on...

Aug 2, 2024

Marie A. Kidder, 47 of Erie, passed away on Aug 2, 2024 at her home. Marie was born in Erie on June 17, 1977 to the late Ellen Sherman. After graduating high school, she went on to become a Certified Nurses Aide. She enjoyed her career as a CNA and loved caring for others. She also enjoyed relaxing and...

Jul 31, 2024

Betty Jean Burns, age 96 of Meadville passed away Monday evening July 29, 2024, in Crawford County Care Center, Saegertown.

She was born in Meadville on April 20, 1928, a daughter of Leonard and Catherine (Prenatt) Conrad.

On October 19, 1946, Betty married Kenneth Burns. He passed away on September 22, 2006.

Betty...

Jul 31, 2024

Dorothy Porter, 97 of Meadville, passed away on July 31, 2024, at Keystone Villa in Ephrata, PA.

Dorothy was born in Meadville on October 21, 1926, to the late Frank and Kathryn (Schmitt) Smith. She was employed by First National Bank and PNC Bank for many years in Meadville.

Dorothy married her beloved husband, Donald...

Jul 30, 2024

Brenda Marie Heme, age 81 of Guys Mills, passed away Tuesday, July 30, 2024, peacefully at Rolling Fields Elder Care Community.

She was born on January 27, 1943, in Meadville, a daughter of the late Lyle B. and Virginia (Rice) Stevens.

She was a 1960 graduate of Cochranton High School and on November 18, 1967,...

Jul 29, 2024

Doyle Edward Taylor (Ed), of Cleveland, GA and formerly of Saegertown, PA, passed away peacefully on the morning of July 29, 2024.

Ed was born on June 24, 1941, in Somerset, PA, to Doyle and Mary Taylor. He was a veteran of the US Army, serving at Fort Knox, Kentucky. Known for his unwavering work ethic, he...

Jul 28, 2024

Margaret L. Castile, age 84 of Meadville passed away Sunday, July 28, 2024, in her residence.

She was born in Cochranton on February 21, 1940, a daughter of Frederick and Henrietta (Lovelady) Gilbert Hickman.

She was a 1960 graduate of Cochranton High School. Margaret was raised on a 138-acre farm where she actively participated in...

Jul 26, 2024

Bradley Taylor Richards, age 33, passed away peacefully with family by his side at Pleasant Ridge Manor in Fairview, PA on July 26, 2024, where he resided for the past 13 years following a car-pedestrian accident.

Born August 22, 1990, in Greenville, PA to Bobbie Jo (Gruver) Buchholz and Paul Richards.

Bradley attended Jamestown and...