Dawn Barone

Dawn Barone obituary, Erie, PA

Dawn Barone

Dawn Barone Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Dusckas Funeral Home and Cremations Services, Inc. - Wesleyville on Oct. 21, 2025.

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Dawn Marie Barone, age 45, of Harborcreek, living at the Erie Homes for Children and Adults on Walbridge Road, passed away Sunday, October 12, 2025. She was born in Erie on February 11, 1980, daughter of John (and friend, Cheryl Litz) Barone and Deborah (and friend, John Wilson) Barone.
Dawn was a graduate of Iroquois High School. She was an avid fan of the Pittsburgh Steelers and enjoyed bowling, shopping, listening to music and watching NASCAR. Dawn also loved participating at dances. She had the most beautiful smile and was the most loving and caring person. She was a little mother to all she cared for.
In addition to her parents, Dawn is survived by her brother, Jay Barone (Kristain); four nephews, Kristopher (Shelby), Brandon, Tyler (Katie) and Jack Barone; three great-nieces and nephews, Sophie, Dawson and Aurora; and many aunts, uncles and cousins.
Friends may call at the Dusckas Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc., 2607 Buffalo Rd., on Friday, October 17th, from 3 pm until the time of the Funeral Service there at 6 pm. Memorial contributions may be made to Erie Homes for Children and Adults, 226 East 27th Street, Erie, PA 16504. Condolences may be sent to www.dusckasfuneralhomes.com.

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Tina Quirk

October 14, 2025

We are so sorry to hear of Dawns passing, I know her cousin Mary and her were very close. I´ve heard a lot of amazing stories and have seen lots of great pictures over the years of the two them . I know she will be greatly missed by Mary and her family.

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