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- [S2] Staff, Daily Press, The, (Name: Daily Press, The; Location: St. Marys, Elk, Pennsylvania, United States;), Obituary: Eckert, James E. 26OCT2021.
James E. Eckert's generous spirit, fierce loyalty, wit, sincerity, and love of life, family and friends tragically ended Thursday, October 21, 2021.
He was born January 7, 1992, in Ridgway, son of Daniel Eckert of St. Marys and Carol Miller Eckert of Kersey. James was a lifelong resident of the area, attended St. Marys Area Schools, and was a laborer at Elco Sintered Metals.
James will be wholly loved and missed by his parents and the rest of his surviving family which include: his sister, Ashlei Harrington (Randall) of Florida, his brothers: Shawn Miller and Joseph Eckert both of Kersey; his maternal grandmother, Irene Miller of St. Marys; and seven nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, Arnold Miller; his paternal grandparents, Rita and Alphonse Eckert; two aunts, Diane Kane and Donna Eckert; an uncle, Albert Kane; two cousins, Robert Rettger and Allen Kane; and a nephew, Gabriel Harrington.
There will be no visitation.
Family and friends are invited to attend a funeral service on Friday, October 29, 2021 at the Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home at 11:00 AM with the Rev. Ann Foor officiating. Burial will follow in the Parklawn Memorial Gardens.
Memorial donations are humbly requested to be sent to James Eckert's sister, Ashlei Harrington at: 2712 Ravine Hill Drive, Middleburg, FL 32068.
The Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be offered at www.lynch-radkowski.com.
Published by The Daily Press from Oct. 25 to Oct. 26, 2021.
HFA: 29OCT2021
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- [S237] Staff, Ridgway Record, The: Obituary, (Name: Ridgway Record, The; Location: Ridgway, Elk, Pennsylvania, United States;), Obituary: Kane, Diame M. (Eckert).
Diane M. (Eckert) Kane, 63, of Altoona, died Saturday Feb. 2, 2019 at the UPMC Altoona Hospital following a brief illness.
Diane was born on Jan. 14, 1956 in St. Marys, daughter of the late Alphonse A. and Rita M. (Ehrensberger) Eckert.
Diane was preceded in death by her husband, Albert, on Nov. 22, 2003. Surviving are five sisters: Dora Yanak, Darla Eckert, Danita Moate, Kay Vollmer, and Denice Warner. She is also survived by five brothers: Dan, Dave, Dennis, Doug, and Donald Eckert. Diane was also preceded in death by her son, Allen, and by a sister, Donna Eckert.
A memorial service will be held on Friday Feb. 8, 2019 at 12:30 p.m. at The Good Funeral Home Inc. in Altoona with Rev. Alfred Patterson OSB officiant.
Interment will take place in Alto Reste Park Cemetery. www.thegoodfuneralhomeinc.com.
Ridgway Record: 05FEB2019
HFA: 05FEB2019
- [S234] Staff, Daily Press, The, (Name: Daily Press, The; Location: St. Marys, Elk, Pennsylvania, United States;), Warner, Denise L. (Eckert).
Denise (Eckert) Warner was born on January 24, 1973 the daughter of Rita (Ehrensberger) and Alphonse Eckert. She was a graduate of St. Marys Area High School. She married Fred Warner at Decker's Chapel on February 25, 2012.
Denise is survived by her step-son, whom she loved as her own, Michael Warner. Brothers: Daniel Eckert, David Eckert, Dennis "Frank" Eckert, Donald (Donna) Eckert all of St. Marys and Douglas (Atsuko) Eckert of Ohio. Sisters: Dora (LeRoy) Yanak, Kay (Steve) Vollmer, Darla Eckert, and Danita Moate all of St. Marys. "Aunt Nise" or "Aunt Nisa" was very proud of her 15 nieces and nephews and often referred to her numerous great-nieces and nephews as the "Great Ones."
Denise was preceded in death by her husband Fred Warner on January 21, 2024. Her beloved parents who she assisted in caring for; Alphonse and Rita Eckert. Sisters; Diane Kane and Donna "Wheezie" Eckert. Brother-in-law Albert Kane and nephews Allen Kane and James Eckert.
Denise was best known for her unique ability to remember special dates. She never forgot a birthday or anniversary, oftentimes sending a card, message, or a quick phone call. In her younger years, she spent countless hours with her father. She helped play the role of the Holly Jolly Elf while Alphonse visited local children playing Santa. Denise found enjoyment playing Bingo and card games, attending raffles and benefits. Denise always found time to visit family and friends near and far. She loved and cherished the special bond between her and her step-son, Michael.
Denise will be missed by many, especially for her laugh and for those fortunate enough to have received a greeting card on those "special" days.
Friends and family will be received on Friday, February 2, 2024 at The Good Funeral Home, Inc., 108 Alto Reste Park, Altoona, PA 16601 from 11 a.m. until the hour of service at the funeral home.
A celebration of Denise's life will be held on Friday, February 2, 2024 at noon at the funeral home.
Burial will be held privately at Pleasant Hill Cemetery.
Arrangements by The Good Funeral Home, Inc., Altoona, PA.
Daily Press, The: 01Feb2024
Accessed: 01FEB2024
- [S234] Staff, Daily Press, The, (Name: Daily Press, The; Location: St. Marys, Elk, Pennsylvania, United States;), Eckert, David M.
David M. Eckert, 66, of 335 Benzinger Road, St. Marys, passed away following a brief illness Thursday,
May 1, 2025 at Highland View Healthcare.
He was born March 31, 1959, in St. Marys, son of the late Alphonse and Rita Ehrensberger Eckert. David
was a lifelong resident of the area, a graduate of St. Marys Area High School, Class, where he was also
employed.
David is survived by his sisters: Dora Yanak (LeRoy), Darla Eckert, Danita Moate, and Kay Vollmer (Steve),
all of St. Marys; brothers: Daniel Eckert, Dennis Eckert, Donald Eckert (Donna) of St. Marys, and Doug
Eckert (Atsuko Yamazaki) of Dublin, OH; several nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, and his
cat, Pepsi.
In addition to his parents, David was preceded in death by three sisters: Diane Kane (Albert), Denise
Warner (Fred), and Donna "Weezie" Eckert; two nephews: Allen Kane and James Eckert; and one great-
nephew, Gabriel Harrington.
He was a member of the Ridgway Eagles Club and the Fox Township American Legion, Post 511. He
enjoyed playing Bingo, attending gun bashes, and found true enjoyment going to camp.
There will be no visitation.
Family and friends are invited to attend the committal services for David at the St. Mary's Catholic
Cemetery on Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 12:15PM.
Memorial donations, if desired, may be made to UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh, 4401 Penn
Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15224.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home and Cremation
Services, Inc. Online condolences may be offered at www.lynch-radkowski.com
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Daily Press, The: 05May2025
Accessed: 07MAY2025
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