Last additions - McDowell Class of 1971

Last additions

Linda Pratt Szkotnicki1475 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

Russell King - August 21, 202111892 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

Eric Michael Fenstermacher2966 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, PennsylvaniaAug 17, 2021