McDowell Class of 1971

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Ken Agnew1100 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.
Jul 08, 2021
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Mark J. Kanash1076 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
Jun 20, 2021
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John A. Cloyd371 viewsJohn A. Cloyd, age 63, of Erie, died Thursday, May 19, 2016, at home.

He was born on December 14, 1952 in Erie, Pa., a son of the late Harold S. and Marie Cross Cloyd.

John was a student at McDowell High School and received a degree in Nursing from Edinboro University and worked for Pleasant Ridge Manor. He also served his country in the U.S. Navy. He was a very gifted man and not only played music but sang lead in a band. He was a gifted artist and very mechanical.

In addition to his parents, he was pre
Jun 20, 2021
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Debbie VanHorn530 viewsJun 20, 2021
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Robert Joseph Yamma1059 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 softbJun 20, 2021
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Janice Wilson375 viewsJun 20, 2021
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Keith Vechecco1693 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 ranJun 20, 2021
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Shelly Wolchik189 viewsShelley Marie Cacchione Shelley Marie Cacchione, age 53, died Tuesday, March 20, 2007 at her home in Erie, Pa. Daughter of Leon and Olga Wolchik of Erie, she is survived by her parents, her two children, Orianna Cacchione, a graduate of the University of Michigan, who is currently in the Peace Corps in Morocco, and Zachary Cacchione, a student at Edinboro University. She is also survived by her two sisters, Sharon Wolchik of Washington, D.C. and Sharlene Wolchik of Tempe, Arizona and their families. A graduJun 20, 2021
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Robert "Bob" E. Hermann1062 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
Jun 20, 2021
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Linda Jean Sutto1086 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.
Jun 20, 2021
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Linda D. Irwin Green1151 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
Jun 20, 2021
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Robin J. Williams Critchell4843 viewsRobin J. Williams Critchell, age 66, of Milford, OH, was born in Erie, PA to Norman and Jean Williams. Robin passed away on Thursday, December 26, 2019 in Cincinnati, OH. She leaves behind her beloved husband Brian Critchell, her two daughters; Megan Martin (Jay), Molly Critchell, one grandson Wesley Martin, one dear brother Tim Williams, and two dear sisters; Holly and Rebecca Williams. An Erie gathering for her friends will be announced in late Spring of 2020. Local arrangemenJun 20, 2021
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