All Obituaries

James V. Bartorillo, 64, of Erie, passed away at his home on July 12, 2021. In honoring his wishes, services were private. 

Dawn E.  Wolfe, age 46, of McKean, passed away at UPMC Hamot on Sunday, July 11, 2021.  She was born in Erie on March 13, 1975 to Linda (Karaisz) Wolf and Larry Wolfe (deceased). Dawn was a kind and loving person who would put others needs before her own.  She enjoyed NASCAR and loved her Penguins and Steelers, as well as her cats Kiwi and Hannah.  She was also a fabulous cook, which Greg loved. She is survived by her son, Michael Wolfe, brother Kevin Wolfe (Angela),...

We’re sorry and sad to announce the passing of our loved one, Billy James Barnes, Sr. (Weasel), at the age of 67.  Billie James Barnes, Sr. passed away at his residence.  He was born on October 5, 1953. He is preceded in death by his parents, McKinley Barnes, Sr. and Annie Barnes, son Kevin Riley, three brothers, McKinley Barnes, Jr., Benny Barnes, and Jerry Barnes, and one sister, Sarah Barnes. Billy loved watching western shows, fishing, outdoor activities, and especially...

Richard S. Poole age 58 of Erie Pa made his transition to be with the Lord on June 30, 2021. He was born on July 12, 1962, to Geraldine McConnell and Richard Easter.  He is preceded in death and reunited with his Father Richard Easter and 2 sons RB Poole and Noah Stephon Poole also many others he loved dearly. Richard loved spending time with his family, sharing laughs and memories over one of the delicious homecooked meals that he prepared with love.  He had an ear for good...

Claudia Rose Cooley, age 59, of Erie, passed away on Wednesday, June 30, 2021 at St. Vincent Hospital.  She was born in Erie on October 31, 1961 to the late L. B. and Ruby (Ulmer) Cooley, Sr. Claudia was a member of The New Making A Difference Ministry International for 15 years where she was a praise dancer and a head cook of the kitchen.  She enjoyed volunteering in the community, cooking, spending time with her grandkids, family, traveling, going to the casino, and praising...

Robin Margaret “Maggie” McNaughton, age 64, of Erie, passed away on Wednesday, June 30, 2021 at LECOM Senior Living.  She was born in Baltimore, MD on June 12, 1957. Maggie will be remembered by her beloved husband, Raymond McNaughton, children Angelee, Jessica, Brian (Amber), and Molly, two stepchildren, Autumn and Robert, grandkids Shane, Katherine, Baylee, and Dominic, her two cats, Cory and Bubba, and many other family and friends. Maggie loved gardening, reading,...

David A Carr, age 67, of Erie, passed away on Tuesday, June 29, 2021 at his home.  He was born on April 4, 1954 to the late Audrey Stadler and John Carr. David was an active officer of the Pulaski Club, enjoyed playing Santa Clause, and he worked for All weather roofing for over 20 years. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his brother John Carr and brother-in-law, Moses Vaughan, Sr. David is survived by his daughter Sabrina Courson (Patrick Gehrlein) of Erie, his...

Jeffrey Mark Kirsch, 65, of Conneaut, Ohio died June 27, 2021 at Hamot Hospital in Erie, Pennsylvania. He was born September 7, 1955 to Edward Joseph Kirsch and June Arlene Walters in Erie, Pennsylvania. Jeff attended Northwestern High School in Albion, Pennsylvania.  He was in the United States Navy and a Vietnam veteran.  He worked at Riley Stoker of Erie as a certified welder for many years. He enjoyed woodworking, hunting, fishing, working on cars, and riding his...

Alice T.  Torok, age 95, of Erie, passed away on Saturday, June 26, 2021 at her home.  Arrangements are being handled by Edward J.  Garr Funeral Home, 459 E. 12th St. Erie, PA 16503.

Susan Elizabeth Getman McCloskey Green. loving mother, wife, grandmother, and friend, passed away Friday June 25th at the age of 95. She lived a long, fruitful life filled with the joy of her 6 children, 10 grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren, and most recently her first great-great-granddaughter. We will all remember her by the countless quilts and knit stuffed animals she made us and the recipes we will never be able to make quite as good as she did. She loved going out on snowmobiles...