Daryl Stidham

After a hard-fought illness, Daryl Stidham, age 65, of Erie, Pennsylvania, passed away on Sunday, January 4, 2026, at UPMC Hamot, surrounded by loved ones.

Daryl was born on November 1, 1960, in Erie, Pennsylvania. He had a lifelong love of fishing and hunting, finding peace and comfort in the outdoors. A man of strong faith in God, Daryl carried his faith throughout his life. Above all, he loved his family deeply.

Daryl is survived by his mother, Mary Jo Stidham; his twin brother, Glenn Stidham; his younger brother, Mark Stidham, all of Erie, Pennsylvania; and his sister, Lisa Markhart, of Michigan. He is also survived by his wife, Anita Stidham; his eight children, Daryl, Justin, Danielle, Brandy, Nalina, Alecia, Brandon, and Cody; as well as several grandchildren, nieces, and nephews. He is also survived by his dear friend, Debbie.

He was preceded in death by his father, Bill Stidham; and his grandparents, Woodrow and Hannah Nickell (Mammal and Papal).

Family and friends are invited to attend a calling hour on Saturday, January 24, 2026, beginning at 12:30 pm, followed by a Celebration of Life service at 1:30 pm at ReaLife Assembly of God, 3902 W. 38th Street, Erie, PA 16506. Arrangements were handled by the Dusckas Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc. Condolences may be sent to www.dusckasfuneralhomes.com.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to ReaLife Assembly of God, with "Stidham Family" or "Daryl Stidham Memorial" noted in the memo line.