All Obituaries

Julio Rosario, Sr., age 96, of Erie, passed away on Wednesday, March 18, 2020 at Western Reserve Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center.  Arrangements entrusted to Edward J. Garr Funeral Home, 459 E. 12th St. Erie, PA 16503.

Rachel M. Mansfield, age 64, of Erie, passed away at her home on Wednesday, March 11, 2020.  She was born in Erie on September 15, 1955 to the late John and Yolanda (Bottoni) Schwein. Rachel enjoyed doing arts and crafts, particularly doing beadwork.  She also loved her dog, kids, and grandson. Rachel will be lovingly remembered by her daughters Margaret Mansfield and Shelly Mansfield, son James Mansfield, Jr., sister Barbara Vargulich (David), brothers John Schwein (Melinda...

Richard R. Rzodkiewicz, 80, of Erie, passed away on March 9, 2020 at St. Vincent Hospital. He was born in Erie, PA on December 7, 1939, son of the late Walter and Frances ( Turbaszewski) Rzodkiewicz. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his sister, Joan M. Rzodkiewicz.   Richard attended St. Stanislaus School, graduated from Cathedral Preparatory School, attended Case Western Reserve University and graduated from Gannon University. He served in the United...

José A. Santiago, born on November 1, 1940, passed away on March 1, 2020 Visitation will be held on Thursday, March 5, 2020 from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Edward J. Garr Funeral Home, 459 E. 12th St., Erie, Pa. Funeral services will be held on Friday, March 6, 2020 at 11 a.m. at the funeral home. Burial will be private. Memorials may be made to the family in care of the funeral home.

Walter John Druzak, 82, passed from this life to the next on February 29, 2020. He was born on June 25, 1937, in Erie, to the late Walter and Jenny (Lach) Draszkiewicz (Druzak). John a/k/a "Sonny" attended Prep and East High School. He served in the Air Force and the Reserve Marine Corps and National Guard. He worked at Erie City Ironworks, Lord Mfg. and retired after 25 years from General Electric. He was an avid sportsman, enjoying his boats, ATVs and hunting camp near...

Patricia A. Jenks, age 65, of Erie, passed away on February 24, 2020 at Stairways Personal Care Home.  She was born in Erie on September 17, 1954 to the late Richard F. and Theresa M. (Andrzejczak) Jenks. After she graduated from East High School, Patricia ran the sales route for her parents’ business of Nibble with Gibbles Potato Chips.  She was also a licensed cosmetologist at Beauty By Sue, a manager at McDonalds, and worked at Broadway Department Store in...

Joyce (Fassett) Formanski, 85, passed away on February 19, 2020. She was born February 9, 1935 to the late Fred and Ardeth (Eshbaugh) Fassett in Johnsonburg, Pa.   In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Bert Joseph Formanski, Jr, sister, Patricia Ondreako, brother, Larry Fassett, and sister-in-law, Frances Rathman.   Joyce was a waitress at Howard Johnson until she married, then became a loving housewife and mother. She was an avid reader...

Dianne T. Bernard, age 74, of Erie, passed away on Tuesday, February 18, 2020 at St. Mary’s Home – East.  She was born in Erie on November 14, 1945 to the late Henry and Florence (Krupinski) Bernard. Dianne attended St. Stan’s grade school and St. Benedict’s Academy.  She earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Education, and a Master’s Degree in Leadership. She served as principal for the Erie School District at Edison Elementary, Pfeiffer-Burleigh...

Marietta M. Yusko, age 99, of Erie, passed away at her residence.  No services are planned at this time.

Joao Rene’ Dickerson Sr., 47, of Erie passed away unexpectedly at his residence on Wednesday, January 29, 2020. He attended Academy High School and graduated from Community Preparatory Academy in 1991. Shortly after he enlisted in the United States Marine Corp and was later generally discharged. He worked several odd jobs throughout his life. Joao had a love for people and helping others. He was an avid Raiders fan and loved vintage cars, playing chess and...