Last additions - McDowell Class of 1971

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Theresa Burke1885 viewsJul 08, 2021

2089 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 educationJul 08, 2021

Ken Agnew1993 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. Kanash2502 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 KJun 20, 2021

John A. Cloyd2895 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 preJun 20, 2021

Debbie VanHorn2148 viewsJun 20, 2021

Robert Joseph Yamma2094 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

Janice Wilson1934 viewsJun 20, 2021

Keith Vechecco3985 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

Shelly Wolchik5087 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

Robert "Bob" E. Hermann3921 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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