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William McKean Obituary

SMETHPORT - William D. "Bill" McKean, 83, of Smethport passed away Monday (Feb. 16, 2026) at UPMC Hamot, Erie.
Visitation will be held 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday (Feb. 19, 2026) at Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes Inc. A funeral Mass will be held at 10 a.m. Friday (Feb. 20, 2026) at St. Elizabeth Church.
A full obituary will be in Thursday's edition.
Arrangements are under direction of Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes Inc.

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Published by The Bradford Era on Feb. 18, 2026.

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Ed Anderson

February 26, 2026

Ms. Judy and family,
Shocked to see that Bill has passed away! What a great person he was! Always a big smile and a sincere, friendly greeting for all who met him. Spent a bunch of time with him over the years with Woody and Doris, Paul, Ed and the Maynard family. He, Jim and and I shared a few beers together in the Legion in Smethport and the Old Anchor in Marvindale. Deepest sympathy to you and all your family/friends!

Ed & Barbara Anderson

Larry Fay

February 19, 2026

Dear Judy and Family,
Sad to hear about Bill. He, Cricky, and Ronnie, were like big Brothers to us younger guys. Paul especially admired Bill. Know that Bill lives in our hearts and in the hearts of all who were fortunate to know him.
Bill, You, and Your Family are in our prayers,
Larry & Amber

Skeet and Lola Stoughton

February 19, 2026

Dear Judy and all,

We are so sorry to hear of Bill's passing. God grant you all peace, comfort and strength during this difficult time.

Skeet and Lola Stoughton

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Memorial Events
for William McKean

Feb

19

Visitation

2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc.

2 Bank St., Smethport, PA 16749

Feb

19

Visitation

6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc.

2 Bank St., Smethport, PA 16749

Feb

20

Mass of Christian Burial

10:00 a.m.

St. Elizabeth of Hungary Church

Main St., Smethport, PA 16749

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Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc. - Smethport

2 Bank Street, Smethport, PA 16749

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