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Clifford  E.  Lake

Clifford E. Lake

Feb 12, 2023

Clifford E. Lake, 85, of Oil City, passed away early Sunday morning, February 12, 2023 at The Caring Place in Franklin.

He is survived by two daughters: Ms. Kelly Lake-Warnberg and Mrs. Erin Nugent. He is preceded in death by his parents: Irma M. Lake nee Coe, Charles D. Lake. His sister: Cheryl Lea Lake and her daughter Dawn G. Davis...

Lucy Ann  Beach

Lucy Ann Beach

Feb 6, 2023

Lucy A. Beach, 76, of Franklin passed away at her residence on Monday, February 6, 2023.

Born in New Castle on October 16, 1946, she was the daughter of the late Sam and Grace Salvo Froella.

She was married to Michael Beach on February 9, 1977 and he survives.

There will be no visitation or services. 

Funeral arrangements entrusted to Huff-Guthrie Funeral Home &...

George L. Licht

George L. Licht

Feb 3, 2023

George L. Licht, 75, of Oil City, passed away at 11:13 P.M. on Friday, February 3, 2023 at UPMC Northwest in Seneca.

Born in Buffalo, NY on November 2, 1947, he was the son of the late Herman and Helen Licht.

George enjoyed raking leaves and keeping the area cleaned around his apartment.

On June 12, 1971 he married the former Sheryl Boyles...

Richard E. "Dick" Carter

Richard E. "Dick" Carter

Jan 29, 2023

Richard E. Carter, (Dick), 74, of Otter Street, sadly passed away Sunday, January 29th at his home.

Born December 4th, 1948 in Franklin, he was the son of Homer and Phyllis (Cauvel) Carter who preceded him in death.

Richard's passion was collecting various vintage items. He enjoyed going to auctions, estate sales, and checking out old cars.

He will be missed by his...

David H. Logan

David H. Logan

Jan 27, 2023

David H. Logan, 68, of Franklin, passed away Friday afternoon, January 27, 2023 at UPMC Presbyterian in Pittsburgh.

Born in Buffalo, NY on January 27, 1955, he was the son of the late Harry and Mary Jane Hollabaugh Logan.

On May 9, 1987 he married the former Laura Hill and she survives.

There will be no visitation.

A Celebration of Life will be announced...

Marcia L. Blair

Marcia L. Blair

Jan 26, 2023

Marcia L. Blair, 69, of Polk, passed away at her residence late Thursday night, January 26, 2023 after a long term illness surround by her family and her beloved Chihuahua, Angel.

Born in Franklin on January 25, 1954, she was the daughter of the late Dana E. & Irene M. Wentworth Blair.

She was a graduate of Franklin High School where she...

Loren S. "Jack" Miller

Loren S. "Jack" Miller

Jan 25, 2023

Loren S. "Jack" Miller, 73, of Franklin, passed away at residence on Wednesday, January 25, 2023.

Born in Oil City on December 18, 1949 he was the son of the late Loren S. And Nellie Mae Mealy Miller.

He was a graduate of Cranberry High School and earned his Associate Degree from the Educational Institute of Pittsburgh.

Loren worked for 37 years at...

Dennis L. Coxson

Dennis L. Coxson

Jan 16, 2023

Dennis L. Coxson, 53, of Plum Twp., Titusville, passed away at 9:20 A.M. Monday, January 16, 2023 at his residence after a lengthy illness.

Born in Franklin on January 1, 1970 he was the son of the late Richard B. And Shirley A. Scott Coxson.

He was a 1987 graduate of Rocky Grove High School.

Denny enlisted in the United States Air Force...

Eileen Myers Montgomery

Eileen Myers Montgomery

Jan 15, 2023

Eileen Myers Montgomery (age 81), of Franklin, passed away January 15, 2023 surrounded by her family. 

She was born June 4, 1941 to Albert & Cecelia Zyck Myers at their farmhouse in Rockland.

After graduating from the Oil City High school Eileen attended Slippery Rock University where she graduated in 1963 with a degree in health and physical education. She also proudly...

Keith J. Boyd

Keith J. Boyd

Jan 11, 2023

Keith J. Boyd, 63, of Franklin, passed away peacefully at his residence at 2:53 P.M on Wednesday, January 11, 2023.

Born in Baltimore, MD on October 17, 1959 he was the son of the late James Boyd and June Cramer Ford.

Keith worked in various construction fields during his life, including roofing and was a boilermaker.

He also worked a number of years...

Dr. Joseph A. Agnello

Dr. Joseph A. Agnello

Jan 10, 2023

Dr. Joseph A. Agnello, 105, of Franklin, PA, passed away on Tuesday, January 10, 2023, at Oakwood Heights in Oil City.

Born in Jamestown, NY on October 3, 1917, he was the son of the late Antonio and Lillian Piazza Agnello.

He was a 1934 graduate of Knox High School. He earned his undergraduate degree at Duke University and graduated from the...

Margaret E. Malone

Margaret E. Malone

Jan 4, 2023

Margaret E. Malone, 76, of Franklin, passed away peacefully on the morning of January 4th, 2023. 

She was born in Titusville on December 3, 1946  to Robert Turk and Mary Wagner who later married Donald Turk which is who Margaret considered her father. 

A couple of her favorite things to do where play scratch offs and watch Days of our lives and...

Jacqueline  A. "Jackie" Lepley

Jacqueline A. "Jackie" Lepley

Jan 4, 2023

Jacqueline A. “Jackie” Lepley, 64, of Franklin passed away at 9:18 A.M. Wednesday, January 4, 2023 at the Collins Hospice House after a sudden and unexpected illness.

Born in Franklin on June 18, 1958, she was the daughter of the late Wayne and Concetta Talone Harton.

She was a 1976 graduate of Rocky Grove High School.

Jackie worked at the former National City...

Martin  C.  Richards

Martin C. Richards

Jan 1, 2023

Martin C. Richards, 57, of Seneca, passed away at 11:02 P.M. on Sunday, January 1, 2023 at UPMC Hamot in Erie.

Born in Shropshire, England on May 5, 1965, he was a son of Jean Richards and the late Val Richards.

He attended school at Teeside Polytechnic, where he received his Bachelor’s degree, and Nottingham Trent University, where he received his Masters...

Sherry L.  Swab

Sherry L. Swab

Dec 31, 2022

Sherry L. Swab, 72, of Franklin, passed away on Saturday, December 31, 2022 at the Caring Place in Franklin.

Born in Crawford County on July 8, 1950, she was the daughter of Clyde E. and Vivian Cramer Swab.

She married Thomas Frankenberger, Sr., who died in the line of duty in 1979.

Surviving are two children, Thomas Frankenberger, Jr. and Shelly Frankenberger, three...

Michael Edwin White

Michael Edwin White

Dec 30, 2022

Michael Edwin White, 70, of Franklin, passed away unexpectedly at his residence on Friday, December 30, 2022 after a 13 year battle with cancer.

Born in Franklin on December 3, 1952 he was the son of the late Paul E. And Janet E. Reese White.

He was a 1971 graduate of Rocky Grove High School where he was a member of the...

Lura Jane Shingledecker Cochran

Lura Jane Shingledecker Cochran

Dec 27, 2022

Lura Jane Shingledecker Cochran, 84, of Titusville, formerly of Keely Rd. Franklin, passed away at her residence at 2:55 A.M. Tuesday, December 27, 2022 surrounded by her family and faithful dog, Chole.

Born in Franklin on May 1, 1938 she was a daughter of the late William Leroy and Lillian Moore Shingledecker.

Lura was a 1956 graduate of Rocky Grove High School.

She...

Terry W. Mong Sr.

Terry W. Mong Sr.

Dec 26, 2022

Terry W. Mong Sr., 75, of Franklin, passed away on Monday December 26th, 2022 at UPMC Northwest Hospital.

He was born on August 25, 1947 to the late Billy R. and Alice M. (Beers) Mong. Terry graduated from Franklin High School in 1965.

He married the love of his life, Sara (Kugler) Mong on April 8th, 1966. Together they raised three children...

Richard E. Baker

Richard E. Baker

Dec 26, 2022

Richard Eugene Baker, 68, of Franklin, passed away at his residence on Monday, December 26, 2022.

Born in Franklin on July 15, 1954.

There will be no visitation or services.

Funeral arrangements entrusted to Huff-Guthrie Funeral Home & Cremation Services Inc., 312 West Park St. Franklin. 

Robert W.  Johnson

Robert W. Johnson

Dec 26, 2022

Robert W. "Bob" Johnson, age 96 of Cranberry passed away Monday, December 26, 2022 at UPMC Northwest with his daughters and son-in-law by his side following a three month illness after suffering a fall at his home in September.

He was born on August 13, 1926 in Franklin to the late Fred and Ethel Johnson. Bob was the last surviving member...

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