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Thomas Paavola2525 viewsThomas "Tom" Arthur Paavola, age 66, of Millcreek, passed away peacefully on

Thursday, February 14, 2019 at UPMC Hamot. He was born in Erie on February 8, 1953, son of the late Oiva Arthur and Kristi Inne Paavola.

Tom joined the United States Air Force and was stationed in North Dakota, Alaska, California, Florida, Crete and Germany. After retiring from the Air Force, he came back to Erie and managed the Hearthside Rest Pet Cemetery.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife Kathy

2522 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