All Obituaries

Thomas H. Strickland, 76, of Warren, PA, passed away on January 30, 2023 at UPMC Hamot Hospital in Erie, PA. He was born on March 17, 1946, in Warren, PA, a son to the late Willis and Eunice (Walters) Strickland. He worked for many years in the shipping department at the National Forge. Tom was a member of the Youngsville American Legion Post 658 and was a 32nd Degree Mason at the Stillwater Lodge F.&A.M. #547. He enjoyed reading Western books and watching Western movies, watching the...

Daniel William McLaughlin It is with deep sorrow and much love that the family of Daniel William McLaughlin announces his passing into the hands of God on Friday evening, January 27, 2023, at the age of 58. Dan was born on September 4, 1964, in Titusville, PA, the son of Sarah Hunter McLaughlin of Tidioute, PA, and the late William Max McLaughlin. Dan graduated from Tidioute High School in 1983, courted the love of his life, Pam, who he made his wife on April 12, 1986, and served in the...

Debra S. Brewer, 59, of Warren, PA, passed away on Friday, January 27, 2023, in Clarendon, PA at the home of her sister, Melody, after an extended illness.  She was born on April 29, 1963 to the late Rodney Peters and Mary Buchanan. Debra worked for many years in the restaurant industry, notably owning and operating the Brookside Restaurant in Starbrick, PA. She had many interests and hobbies. Debra loved collecting owls, coloring, decorating, and spending time with family and...

John Lusk Jr. passed away on January 24th, 2023 at home in Warren PA following a brief battle with cancer. John was a US Navy veteran and a member of the Warren American Legion Post #135. He enjoyed construction, poker, fishing and motorcycles. John is survived by his partner Donna Hogan of 18 years and her son's Craig, Dennis, Steve and Jojo and a close friend, Joe.  He is also survived by his children, Daniel, Michelle, Amy and Leighann; several grandchildren; his...

Mary Black Beardsley Meley, 84, of Youngsville, PA, passed away on Monday, January 23, 2023 at her home. She was born in Kane, PA on January 26, 1938, a daughter to the late Lester and Mary (Taydus) Black. Mary was raised in the Youngsville area all her life and was a graduate of Youngsville High School. She had miscellaneous jobs through the years, lastly at Rexnord Corp. Mary enjoyed reading, golfing, the outdoors, traveling, camping, kayaking and spending time with her family. She is...

Larry Dean Grubbs, 76, of Tidioute, PA, passed away on Saturday, January 21, 2023 at the Corry Manor. He was born on February 8, 1946, a son to the late Ezra and Mable (Moore) Grubbs. After high school, Dean, as he was known, proudly served the US Army, retiring after 24 years of service as an Aviation mechanic. He was a very decorated soldier who spent 2 of his years in Vietnam. Dean was a purple heart recipient and was awarded the following, Meritorious Service Medal, Air Medal, Army...

Stephan J. Urbanik, 94, of Pittsfield, PA passed away on January 19, 2023 at Hamot Hospital in Erie, PA. He was born on December 23, 1928, a son to the late Joseph and Mary (Hoza) Urbanik. Steve attended Wampum High School prior to enlisting in the US Army from 1946-1947. He was an Army Tech 5 and a surveyor/topographer prior to the Korean War. After the service, Steve worked various jobs; He drove truck, was on the demolition and construction crew for the PA Turnpike and worked at Shenango...

Edward Dwight Bundy, 66, of Port Huron, MI passed away on Wednesday, January 18, 2023 at McLaren Port Huron Hospital.  He was born on May 8, 1956 in Titusville, PA, a son to the late W. LaRue (Kohlman) Bundy and Emil Bundy who survives him of Youngsville, PA. Ed grew up in Irvine, graduated from Youngsville High School and went on to obtain his mechanical engineering degree from Penn State Behrend in Erie, PA.  During his career he worked as a design engineer for General Electric,...

Myron “Heavy” Nelson, 86, of Youngsville, passed away peacefully on January 16, 2023 at the Rouse Home after a short illness. Myron was born October 30, 1936, in Warren to the late Edward and Mary Nelson. He was a 1955 graduate of Youngsville High School where he excelled in football and track.  Myron worked as the supervisor of the heat treat department at the National Forge in Irvine for 30 years, retiring in 1989. He also was a tremendous employee of the Nelson Funeral...

Martin D. McQuillan Sr., 72, of Warren, PA and previously of Youngsville, PA, passed away on Thursday, January 12, 2023 at the Warren Manor. He was born on August 29, 1950 in The Bronx, NY, a son to the late John and Marie (McDonough) McQuillan. Martin worked for Kersey & Associates PC as a Certified Public Accountant for over 30 years. He enjoyed coaching soccer and refereeing for many years. He also enjoyed golfing, photography and traveling, especially internationally.  He is...