McDowell Class of 1971

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Kathy Rudolph491 viewsKathryn Elizabeth Wilson, age 67, of Erie, passed away March 6, 2021 at her residence surrounded by family. She was born in Erie, July 5, 1953 to the Virgil Estes, and the late Josephine Estes (Hutchison). Kathryn was adopted and raised by Theodore Rudolph, and Elizabeth Rudolph.

Kathryn was a lover of music, poetry, history, astronomy, hiking, science fiction, Steven King novels, bird watching, gardening and the Cleveland Browns. She loved to sew and create intricate jewelery using beads and trinkets. She
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Keith Vechecco1647 viewsKeith R. Veshecco, age 59, of Millcreek, passed away on Saturday, August 18, 2012 at his residence. He was born in Erie on May 30, 1953 a son of Elizabeth (Bartone) Veshecco and the late Michael Veshecco. Keith was a musician. He worked for the last 40 years as a guitarist, writer, producer and engineer with a large amount of talented musicians and songwriters from Erie and the tri-state area. He played in the bands, ATV, Mr. Gone, Friction, Rhythm Method and Ouija Boys to name a few. He produced a wide ran
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Ken Agnew1079 viewsKenneth Charles Agnew, Sr., age 62, of Millcreek Township, passed away unexpectedly, on Tuesday, September 30, 2014. He was born in Erie on June 21, 1952, the son of the late G. Robert Agnew and Barbara Widdifield Agnew Robinson.

Ken was a 1971 graduate of McDowell High School. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and the outdoors, and most especially spending time with his son KC and his beloved dog Daisy. He was an award winning trap and skeet shooter, and was known for his sense of humor and hearty laugh.
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Linda D. Irwin Green1130 viewsLinda D. Green, age 69, of Fairview passed away on Tuesday, September 1, 2020 at UPMC Hamot.

She was born in Erie on July 26, 1951 a daughter of the late Harold Irwin and Cecil Fitzgerald Irwin Deogard.

Linda graduated from McDowell High School.

She had worked at Wegmans in the “W-Kids” area for over 16 years.

Linda’s grandchildren meant the world to her and she loved spending time with them. She also enjoyed dancing.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her siblings, William Irwi
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Linda Pratt Szkotnicki1076 viewsLinda Pratt Szkotnicki November 18, 1953 to January 26, 2022. Born to Claude Pratt and Betty Ohman Pratt. She was a devoted daughter, sister, wife, mother, and grandmother. Linda is preceded in death by her father Claude, father and mother-in-law John and Letha Szkotnicki, and sister-in-law Jewel Wood. Linda is survived by her husband Tom Szkotnicki, sons Lee (Courtney) and Gregory (Lindsey) and two grandchildren Sydney and Thomas Szkotnicki. She is further survived by her sister Claudia Pratt Wiencek, her brother Jay Pratt (Laura), brother-in-laws John (Linda), Mike, sister-in-laws Mary Stone (Fran), and Susan. Many nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews also mourn her loss. Services will be private. Donations may be made in her name to a charity of your choice.
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Linda Jean Sutto1065 viewsLinda Jean Sutto, age 67, of Erie, passed away on Tuesday, June 15, 2021 at Walnut Creek Health and Rehab Center after a long courageous battle with cancer. Her strength and revivals amazed us all.

She was born in Erie on November 17, 1953, a daughter of the late Frank Jr. and Phyllis Jean Dahlstrand Sutto.

Linda graduated from McDowell High School in 1971.

She retired from retail sales. She enjoyed volunteering at the Equestrian Therapy Centers in Erie and organizing her high school class reunions.
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Mark J. Kanash1055 viewsMark J. Kanash age 60, of Erie, died Thursday, May 30, 2013 at UPMC Hamot.

He was born in Erie, Pa. on May 10, 1953 a son of the late James Dallas and Muriel Ulrich Kanash. He was a graduate of McDowell High School and spent many years working with the Millcreek Township Streets Department. He most recently dedicated himself to volunteer work with the West Ridge Fire Dept. He was very dedicated to his family and friends.

In addition to his parents, Mark was preceded in death by his wife Janis I. Boucher K
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Natalie Leuschen1006 viewsNatalie Brocious, age 68, of Erie, passed away Monday, July 19, 2021 at UPMC Hamot. She was born in Erie to the late Charles and Jean Hess Leuschen, on February 21, 1953.

Natalie graduated from McDowell High School, class of 1971, where she met her husband of 50 years, Bill Brocious. She worked as an office manager for Value City for many years. Natalie loved Bingo, playing the slots at the casino, she knitted clothing for infants, and loved all animals.

She is survived by her husband, Bill Brocious, her
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Robert "Bob" E. Hermann1040 viewsRobert "Bob" E. Hermann, Jr., age 67, of Greene Township, passed away at UPMC Hamot on Wednesday, July 1, 2020. He was born on March 19, 1953, in Union City, the son of the Robert and Ruth Hermann, Sr.

He was a 1971 graduate of McDowell High School and retired from Meadowbrook Dairy.

He was a lifelong member of the Siebenbuerger Club, St. Boniface Usher's Club, Sons of the American Legion, and the Lawrence Park Athletic Club.

Bob enjoyed riding his Harley, hunting, fishing, and gambling.

He is survived
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Robert Joseph Yamma1039 viewsRobert Joseph Yamma, age 58, of Erie, died Friday, September 17, 2010, at his residence. Born July 2, 1952, in Philadelphia, he was the son of Ralph James Yamma and the late Josephine Condello Yamma. Robert was a standout athlete at McDowell High School before going on to play semi-pro football for the Erie Jets and Erie Panthers. He was a veteran of the United States Army Reserves and the owner of American Overhead Doors for more than 40 years. He coached football at St. George School, played in many softb
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