McDowell Class of 1971

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Natalie Leuschen653 viewsNatalie Brocious, age 68, of Erie, passed away Monday, July 19, 2021 at UPMC Hamot. She was born in Erie to the late Charles and Jean Hess Leuschen, on February 21, 1953.

Natalie graduated from McDowell High School, class of 1971, where she met her husband of 50 years, Bill Brocious. She worked as an office manager for Value City for many years. Natalie loved Bingo, playing the slots at the casino, she knitted clothing for infants, and loved all animals.

She is survived by her husband, Bill Brocious, her
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Mark J. Kanash650 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
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Patricia Bush639 views
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Debbie VanHorn631 views
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Elisa Caravaglia608 views
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Charles Gill587 views
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Kathy Rudolph581 viewsKathryn Elizabeth Wilson, age 67, of Erie, passed away March 6, 2021 at her residence surrounded by family. She was born in Erie, July 5, 1953 to the Virgil Estes, and the late Josephine Estes (Hutchison). Kathryn was adopted and raised by Theodore Rudolph, and Elizabeth Rudolph.

Kathryn was a lover of music, poetry, history, astronomy, hiking, science fiction, Steven King novels, bird watching, gardening and the Cleveland Browns. She loved to sew and create intricate jewelery using beads and trinkets. She
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574 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 education
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Ken Agnew573 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.
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Linda Pratt Szkotnicki573 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.
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John A. Cloyd572 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
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Robert Joseph Yamma550 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 softb
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