All Obituaries

Pauline Silka, 90, of Union City, passed away suddenly on Monday, October 16, 2017, at UPMC Hamot. Born March 22, 1927, in Union City, she was the daughter of the late Lewis and Anna (Potoczna) Miller. She was raised and worked on the family farm in Union City until she married John Silka. Pauline stayed home to raise and care for her two sons until later when she worked at Molded Fiberglass in Union City, then at Corry-Jamestown in Corry, where she retired in May of 1992. She was a...

Grace R. Holfelder, 85, of Union City, passed away on Monday October 16, 2017, surrounded by family. She retired as a CNA and loved playing bingo, playing poker, and going to the casino. Grace is survived by her husband of 67 years, Allen “John” Holfelder; daughters, Mary Struble and husband, Dave, of Silver Springs, FL, Jane Morano and husband, Tom, of Canadohta Lake, and Ruth Goetz and husband, Chuck of Lake Panasoffkee, FL; a son, John R. Holfelder and...

“I hope you’re feeling as happy as I am,” she once said in the twilight of her years, “because the world is beautiful and I’m just glad to be alive in it.” Ruth enjoyed 92 years of love and laughter. Her home and heart were always open to passersby, well-wishers, and friends. A consummate storyteller, she enjoyed sharing tales of her past, her family, and the adventures of her grandchildren. Ruth E. Coveleski, 92, of Union City,...

Nancy Dorman Tarbell Swanson, 80, of Union City passed away peacefully Sunday, September 17, 2017, at the Walnut Creek Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center. She was born in Erie on March 1, 1937, and was the daughter of the late Earl and Hazel (Grant) Dorman. She graduated from Waterford Academy in 1955. Nancy worked in the Union City High School cafeteria and MFG Boats. She split her time between Union City and Florida for many years and was able to more fully enjoy her...

Milton "Mick" C. Parker, 95, of Wattsburg, died August 23, 2017, at Corry Manor. Born November 12, 1921, in Wattsburg. He was the son of the late Lynn and Mildred (Wright) Parker and the husband of Dorothy (Orlecky) Parker. He retired as a steward from Moose Lodge 882 of Union City. Milton was a life-long member of American Legion Post 237 of Union City, VFW Post 264 of Corry and Moose Lodge 882 of Union City. He was very proud of his military service to his country...

Pauline A. Aldrich, 87, of Union City died July 6, 2017, at her residence. Born September 12, 1929, in Buffalo, NY, she was the daughter of the late John and Alta (Longcore) Sibley and the wife of the late Lyell Aldrich. She retired from Elgin Electronics and was a life member of the Union City Volunteer Fire Department Auxillary. Survivors include daughter, Jacqueline Rauch of Union City; a son, David Rauch and wife, Susan, of Titusville; step daughters Sandra...

Union City, he was the son of the late Louie Paul Johnson Sr. and Rosemarie (Sedmina) Johnson. He formally worked at GE Transportation and was a member of the Quater Century Club. Louie was a lifetime member of Moose Lodge #882, a past Commander of SAL, and was a Lions Club Member where he served as King Lion. Survivors include sisters, Linda (Marvin) Tubbs of Melbourne, FL.,Tiana (Carl) McChesney of Corry, and Pat (Ed) Edinger of Erie; nephews and great neices, Sam...

Darlene Joy Dalton passed away peacefully in her home on June 15th, 2017. Darlene was a Mother, Grandmother, and Great Grandmother to some amazing people.   She is survived by, her Son Keith Dalton and his Wife Cheryl Dalton of Sebring, Florida, her Daughter Connie Swanson and her Husband Jon Swanson of Winter Garden, Florida, her Son Mark Dalton of Bradford, Pennsylvania, her Grand daughter Kassia Dalton Croyle, her Grand Daughter Ashia Dalton, and her...

Robert C. Myers, 59, of Union City, died June 8, 2017, at his residence. Born January 27, 1958, in Jamestown, NY, he was the son of Mary E. (James) Roth and the late Robert Myers. Bob was a construction worker in Florida and Pennsylvania and previously worked for Erie Steel. He was an avid Steelers Fan who loved the outdoors and spending time with family. Bob was a big NASCAR fan. In addition to his mother, surviors include a daughter, Bobbie Jo Myers of Auburn, KY;...

David Eugene Robinson, 55, of Union City, died May 30, 2017, at UPMC-Hamot. Born January 4, 1962, in Union City, he was the son of Eugenia “Jean” Buell Robinson and the late Clarence Robinson and the husband of Lois Hall Robinson. David was an independent truck driver and attended the Nazerine Church in Union City. In addition to his beloved mother and wife, survivors include a son, Daniel Robinson and wife, Edith, of Titusville, step sons, Samuel Chiora...