David T. Podskalny

David T. Podskalny, age 64, of Erie, passed away Saturday, August 4, 2012, at Pleasant Ridge Manor-West. He was born April 13, 1948 in Pittsfield, Mass., a son of Mary Jochimsen Podskalny of Harborcreek Twp. and the late John G. Podskalny. He had resided in the Erie area for many years. David had attended Cathedral Preparatory School and was a graduate of Warren H.S. He was a client of Stairways Behavioral Health for most of his adult life and had been employed on a part-time basis by Potratz Greehouse. He enjoyed poetry, writing and was especially proud to have logged in over 100 volunteer hours at the Veterans Affairs Medical Center. David was known for his wry wit, vast knowledge of trivia, and was also an ardent Barbara Streisand fan. In addition to his mother, he is survived by one brother, Thomas M. Podskalny (Linda) of Harborcreek Twp.; two sisters, Judith M. Podskalny of Silver Spring, Md. and Sandra Vincent of Damascus, Md., and nieces and nephews. No calling hours will be observed. A private funeral service will be conducted at Gate of Heaven Cemetery at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Stairways Behavioral Health, 2185 West 8th St., Erie, PA 16505 or to Pleasant Ridge Manor-West, 8300 West Ridge Rd., Girard, PA 16417. The Dusckas Funeral Home, Inc., East, is handling arrangements. To send condolences, please visit www.dusckasfuneralhome.com.