All Obituaries

Robert Edward Hermann, Sr., age 89, of Erie, passed away on Sunday, October 11, 2020 at the Pennsylvania Soldiers and Sailors Home.  He was born in Erie on December 23, 1930 to the late Edward Charles and Margaret Rose (Zimmer) Hermann. Robert retired from GE. He served in the US Army during the Korean Conflict in the 1st Battalion 224th Infantry Regiment and received the following medals: the Korean Service Medal, Good Conduct Medal, United Nations Service Medal, ROK...

Dennis C. Bonnell, age 66, of Albion, was surrounded by his loved ones as he passed away on October 2, 2020.  He was born in Meadville, PA on October 28, 1953 to Genevieve (Martin) and Doyle Bonnell.  Dennis graduated from Northwestern High School in 1971.  Following high school, he joined the Navy.  Dennis proudly served on the USS Nimitz and the USS Kitty Hawk. Dennis worked for many years at the Erie VA Medical Center until his retirement in 2018.  Dennis was...

Thomas W. McGranor 72, known to many as Big Tom, of McKean, PA passed peacefully on Saturday September 19 2020 at Pittsburgh's UPMC Presbyterian Hospital. He was born in Brookville, PA on November 18 1947, the youngest son of the late John and Martha (Fuller) McGranor. A 1965 graduate of Erie's Strong Vincent High School, Tom retired after 28 years in the maintenance department of the Millcreek Township School district. Before that he worked many years with his brother at...

On Wednesday July 22nd Marianne Shotto passed away at the age of 59, after a long battle with heart complications. These complications never stopped her ability to love.  Her heart was full of love for so many countless people, siblings, children, grandchildren, and friends.                 Born in Scranton Pa, Marianne was raised by her Mother and Grandmother. After their passing she moved to Morris County NJ,...

Larry E. Wilson, age 62, of Warren, passed away on Thursday, July 2, 2020 at UPMC Hamot in Erie.  He was born in Warren on November 25, 1957 to the late James and Joyce (Smith) Wilson. Larry worked as a salesperson for various beer distributers, enjoyed hunting, and spending time with his family. Larry will be missed by his beloved family, sons Travis Wilson of TN, Chad Wilson (Damian) of NY, Eric Stewart (Joan) of TN, daughter Angela Young (Jonathan) of Cambridge Springs,...

Fred Michael St. George, age 71, of Erie, passed away on Sunday, June 7, 2020 at UPMC Hamot.  He was born in Ft. Riley, KS on May 26, 1949 to the late Robert and Marie (Paduano) St. George. Fred was a 1967 graduate of Strong Vincent High School and later earned his associates degree in accounting from Erie Business College.  He was a veteran of the US Navy, where he proudly served on the aircraft carrier “Independence”  He also worked for Sheldon Carpets for many...

Richard (Dick) Norman Johnson, 83, of Fairview, passed away Friday, May 22, 2020, peacefully at home with his family. He was born in Erie on August 20, 1936, a son of the late Carl R. and Leona E. Nelson Johnson. Dick graduated from Academy High School in 1956 and served four years in the Army. Following his military service he worked at Copes Vulcan for 28 years as a machinist, tool maker and foreman. He attended engineering classes throughout his career to stay up-to-date. He worked at...

Matthew J. Creaton, age 35, loving son, father, brother, and uncle passed away on Wednesday, February 19, 2020 at UPMC Hamot.  He was born in Erie on January 2, 1985 to Joseph Creaton and Janice (Perry) Creaton. Matthew is preceded in death by his grandparents, Mary (Roney) Perry, Shirley (Seibert) and John Roush, and James Creaton. Matthew had a passion and knowledge for cars and a great love for his family.  He also had a special place in his heart for his dog, Dingo. He is...

James L. Lewis, age 53, of Erie, passed away peacefully at his home on Friday, February 7, 2020.  He was born in Erie on November 10, 1966 to the late Merle R. Lewis, Sr., and Mary A. Peace Lewis Burrows. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his brother, William M. Lewis, sister Karen D. Lewis, and step-father David Burrows. He is survived by his long-time partner, Paula Bryan of Erie, sister Debra Javens (William) of Erie, brothers Merle R. Lewis, Jr. and Dale Lewis,...

Lloyd Brooks Davis, 81, of Bradford, passed away unexpectedly at his residence on Monday, (June 24, 2019). He was born in Smith's Ferry, on Sept. 15, 1937 to the late Darius K. and Mary L. Martin Davis. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his four sons, Larry Davis (infant son), Terry Davis, James Davis, and Kevin Davis, two sisters, Linda Field and Ruth Ann Dunbar, as well as two brothers-in-law, Chester Passmore and Lindell Hoy. In Lloyd's early years, he...