Harold B. Erich

Harold B. Erich, 71, of Franklin, PA., passed away Dec. 29, 2024 at his home after a brief illness.

Born August 15, 1953 in Meadville, PA., he was the son of the late Howard W. and Catherine A. Huck Erich.

Harold was a 1972 graduate of Venango Christian High School.

He was married on May 14, 1977 to the former Joni A. Reagle and she survives.

A boilermaker, Harold had worked for Witherup’s, Joy Mfg., Matrix and for General Electric.

He enjoyed riding his bicycle on the Allegheny Trails, archery, golfing and bowling.

Harold also enjoyed hunting, fishing, working around the house and taking his pontoon boat to Lake Wilhelm.

He belonged to several golfing and bowling leagues through the Franklin Elks Club where he was a member. He also belonged to the Rainbow Bowman Archery Club.

Harold was a member of St. Patrick’s Church in Franklin, the Oil City Knights of Columbus and the Fourth Degree Assembly.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by a daughter

Katherine A. Erich Garcia and her husband Jesus of New York City

Two sisters

Mary Kay Beers and her husband Don of Seneca

Regina Brown and her husband John of Lake Worth, FL.

Sisters-in-law

Nancy Wigen of Oil City

Kathy Lukasiak and her husband Mark of Oil City

And nephews Michael Wood and Howard VanSlyke

He was preceded in death by his parents, a sister Rosemary Stonard, brothers-in-law Mark Reagle and Bill Wigren and nephew Paul VanSlyke

There will be no viewing or visitation.

Memorials maybe made to Shriners Hospital, Precious Paws or to the Venango Humane Society.

The Reinsel Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Condolences may be sent at www.reinselfuneralhome.com

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