McDowell Class of 1971

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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.May 21, 2022
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Russell King - August 21, 2021450 viewsRussell (Russ) Frank King (67), of Erie, passed away in his home on August 21, 2021.
Russ was born in Erie on September 15, 1953. He graduated from McDowell High School in 1971. He continued his education at Penn State Behrend, obtaining his Associates Degree in Business, and completed his Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Management (Magna Cum Laude) and Economics at Edinboro University. Russ worked as a Master Scheduler at Lord Corporation, from where he retired.
Russ wed his bride of 37 years, Laureen (Laurie) Gualtier-King on March 31, 1984.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Joann Sirak King.
He is survived by his wife Laurie; father, Richard; siblings Deborah, Richard, Thomas (Cheryl), and Diane (Bob); son, Marc (Mandi); and grandsons Jacob and Owen; and many nieces and nephews.
Russ cherished time with his family.
He was an avid sports fan, he loved Penn State, the Cleveland Browns, Indians, Erie Otters, and Pittsburgh Penguins. He also had a passion for buying and selling sports memorabilia. Russ was an avid bowler and golfer; he could often be found on the course with both family and friends. He spent many afternoons on the greens with not only his bride, but both his son and grandson; and on many occasions with his cousin Bob Sirak (Cousin Bob).
Russ loved animals and opened his home to 4 rescue cats: Maxie, Erma, Jingles, and Sylvester. He also loved to spend time with his grandpup, Jj.
Aug 30, 2021
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Eric Michael Fenstermacher1228 viewsMillcreek - Eric Michael Fenstermacher, 69, of Millcreek, passed away Friday, August 13, 2021 at home after battling chronic illness. Just like he dealt with all experiences in life, "Big E" managed his illness with strength and grace, and wanted to spend as much time with his loved ones as possible. On his final days, he was surrounded by his children and grandson, who he adored more than anything else in the world.

Eric was born July 28, 1952 in Erie, Pennsylvania
Aug 17, 2021
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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
Jul 29, 2021
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Alan Levandowski591 viewsJul 10, 2021
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Thomas Paavola157 viewsThomas "Tom" Arthur Paavola, age 66, of Millcreek, passed away peacefully on

Thursday, February 14, 2019 at UPMC Hamot. He was born in Erie on February 8, 1953, son of the late Oiva Arthur and Kristi Inne Paavola.

Tom joined the United States Air Force and was stationed in North Dakota, Alaska, California, Florida, Crete and Germany. After retiring from the Air Force, he came back to Erie and managed the Hearthside Rest Pet Cemetery.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife Kathy
Jul 08, 2021
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Elisa Caravaglia565 viewsJul 08, 2021
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Charles Gill503 viewsJul 08, 2021
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Patricia Bush1020 viewsJul 08, 2021
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Theresa Burke154 viewsJul 08, 2021
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498 viewsCharles D. Britton, age 68, of Erie, passed away unexpectedly, at his residence, on Saturday, August 1, 2020. He was born in Erie, on February 10, 1952, son of the late Robert "Bob" and Doris Glenn Britton.

Charles was an incredible athlete and set many records in Erie. He played for Cathedral Prep and McDowell. He will be remembered for his achievements as an all-around athlete excelling in anything he played. Charles always gave 100 percent. He graduated from McDowell in 1970, and continued his education
Jul 08, 2021
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