William Fannin Jr.

William Fannin Jr. obituary, Erie, PA

William Fannin Jr.

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William Fannin Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Dusckas Funeral and Cremation Services Harborcreek on Aug. 19, 2025.

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William "Bill" J. Fannin, Jr., age 68, of Harborcreek, passed away Sunday, August 17, 2025. He was born in Erie on September 4, 1956, son of the late William J. Sr. and Mary Warner Fannin.

Bill was a 1976 graduate of Tech Memorial. He was employed with the Railroad for 35 years until his retirement. Bill was a member of First Presbyterian Church of Harborcreek. He was a very hard worker and enjoyed hunting.

Bill is survived by his wife, Donna M. Young Fannin; two daughters, Jennifer M. Fannin and Tanya Ferrell; one brother, Mark Fannin (Cheryl); one sister, Susan Russell (Rick); granddaughter, Avery Hooks and many nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, John and Pat Fannin.

Friends may call at the Dusckas Funeral & Cremation Services Harborcreek., 5151 Buffalo Road (at Hannon Rd. in Harborcreek Twp.) on Thursday August 21st, from 4 pm to 7 pm. A Funeral Service will be held at First Presbyterian Church of Harborcreek, 6724 Buffalo Rd., on Friday, August 22nd at 10 am. Interment will follow at Laurel Hill Cemetery. Condolences may be sent to www.dusckasfuneralhomes.com.

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Upcoming Events

Aug

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4:00 a.m. - 7:00 a.m.

Visitation at Dusckas Funeral and Cremation Services

5151 Buffalo Road, Erie, PA 16510

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Service

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Funeral Service at First Presbyterian Church of Harborcreek

6724 Buffalo Road, Harborcreek, PA 16421

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