John R. Orlando Funeral Home, Inc.

02/06/2026

Delivering a eulogy for a loved one can be a great honor but also a challenging task. If you're preparing to give a eulogy, check out these public speaking tips to help you feel more confident while speaking at the funeral.

Delivering a eulogy can be both a great honor and a challenging task during a time of grief. Here are a few tips to help you deliver a eulogy well.

02/03/2026

Eugene L. Thomas

Eugene L. "Gene" Thomas, age 58, passed away peacefully at his home on January 30, 2026. He was born in Erie on June 12, 1967, a son of the late Carmen and Stella "Sis" (Graczyk) Thomas. Eugene was known for his infectious laugh and his deep love for his family. A proud graduate of Strong Vincent High School, Class of 1985, he began learning the art of meat cutting at a young age under the guidance of Danny Savocchio, proprietor...

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02/03/2026

Deacon James Papucci

Deacon James Papucci was born and passed away on January 31, 2026, the son of Mya Papucci. Though his time on earth was heartbreakingly brief, his life forever changed the hearts of those who loved him. In addition to his mother, he is survived by his grandparents, Tyson and Hope Papucci; his aunt, Leah Freed and uncle, Alec Papucci. Deacon was named with intention and love. His name was chosen because it represented strength, resilience, and a spirit that could...

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02/03/2026

Mary Kathleen Gardner

Mary Kathleen (Gallagher) Gardner, 82, of Erie, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born March 4, 1943 in Erie, a daughter of the late Morgan and Thelma (Nolan) Gallagher. Addressed as Kathleen (by her family), she was more commonly called Kathy by her friends. Kathy attended kindergarten at Maryvale , grade-school, high-school (Class of 1961), and college (Class of 1965) at Villa Maria. She earned her Masters in...

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02/02/2026

It's Groundhog Day! Did you know that Punxsutawney Phil is just a nickname? His full name is "Punxsutawney Phil, Seer of Seers, Sage of Sages, Prognosticator of Prognosticators, and Weather Prophet Extraordinary." That's a mouthful! Do you think Phil will see his shadow?

02/01/2026

It's African American Heritage Month! This month, join us as we honor and recognize the achievements of African Americans in all areas of life, from politics, science, and the arts to sports, business, and education. Which African American leader has most impacted your life?

02/01/2026

When someone we love dies, we’re left with many questions about what to do next. When you preplan your funeral, you remove some of those questions by making your wishes known.

Preplanning takes the burden of planning a funeral off your loved ones and provides them with a guide to your wishes. Plus, if you choose to prepay, you’ll remove the financial burden from their shoulders, too.

To learn more about preplanning, watch the video below, or call us at (814) 459-3144 to start your preplanning journey today!

01/30/2026

Susan M. Euliano

Susan M. McCafferty Euliano , age 73, passed away Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at her residence. She was born on April 24, 1952 in Erie, a daughter of the late Joseph and Margaret "Mint" (Preston) McCafferty. Sue was a proud graduate of Mercyhurst Preparatory School, Class of 1970. She went on to attend Gannon University, where she graduated with a bachelor's degree in accounting. Sue began her professional career working for several local banks before founding her own mortgage company,...

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01/30/2026

How do you know what to write on a loved one's headstone, memorial marker, or plaque? As you work on writing an epitaph, check out these tips for creating a meaningful, personalized inscription.

What should you write on your loved one's headstone or memorial plaque? Learn how to write a great epitaph here.

01/28/2026

Saying “I just want to be cremated” isn’t enough to help your family through the difficult financial and emotional decisions that arise at a time of loss. Instead, create a roadmap for your loved ones to follow so that they can make decisions easily, knowing for certain they are doing exactly what you wanted.

From service details to urn selections, make your wishes known by preplanning so your family doesn’t have to make decisions in the dark. To learn more, give us a call at 814.459.3144.

01/26/2026

01/24/2026

Mary Jane Taylor

Mary Jane Taylor, age 90, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 21, 2026. She was born on October 2, 1935 in Erie, a beloved daughter of the late Charles and Mary (Cronin) Foht . Family was the heart of Mary Jane's life, and she found her greatest joy in being around those she loved. She especially treasured her role as a grandmother and took great pride in watching her family grow. Mary Jane found much joy in gardening and found...

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