F. Patrick "Pat" Scully

Francis Patrick "Pat" Scully, 90, passed away on Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at LECOM at Village Square.

Born March 13, 1935 in Erie, Pennsylvania, he was the son of the late Lawrence P. and Anna Scully.

In addition to his parents, Pat is proceeded in death by his loving wife of 38 years, Judith Neely Scully. Also proceeding Pat in death are his brothers; Lawrence Scully, Jack Scully and James Scully as well as his sisters; Mary Margaret Scully and Sister Mary Julia Scully.

Pat retired from PENELEC after more than 25 years of service. One of Pat's greatest joys in life was serving the community by being a member of the Kearsarge Fire Department for over 40 years.

Over the years, Pat served in different roles at the department, but the role that he was most proud of was being the Fire Chief. Pat received numerous honors and awards for his service. He also loved sharing his knowledge and skills of firefighting with others. He served as a state fire instructor with Erie, Crawford, and Warren counties. Pat also had the privilege to teach at the State Fire School in Lewistown, Pa. He will be remembered for his dedication to fire service.

Pat was a lifelong member of St. Peter's Cathedral in Erie, Pa where he attended until his health would no longer allow him to do so.

Pat is survived by his children; Dorine Scully Publicover, Kevin Patrick Scully (Donna), Ruthanne Scully DeBernardo (John), grandchildren; Kaitlyn Publicover Ruppen (Chris), Justin Publicover, Andrew DeBernardo, Tanner DeBernardo, sister-in-law Mary Lou Scully and several nieces and nephews.

Friends may call at the Kloecker Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc 2502 Sassafras St on Sunday, February 1, 2026 from 1 pm until the time of the service at 4 pm. Send condolences to www.kloeckerfuneralhome.com

Memorials may be made to the Firefighters Historical Museum, 428 Chestnut Street, Erie, Pa 16507.

The family would like to thank all of the staff at LECOM at Village Square for taking care of our dad for the last few years.