Obituary of Lori Jean Gonzalez

Lori Jean Gonzalez Lori J. Gonzalez, age 58, died unexpectedly on Friday, January 5, 2024 at UPMC-Hamot. Lori was born on July 16, 1965 at Metro Central Hospital in Erie, the daughter of Diana J. Gonzalez of Rimersburg, PA and the late Leo Gonzalez of North East. Lori graduated from Tech Memorial H.S., the class of 1983. After graduation, Lori entered the work force and built her career as a data entry analyst working many jobs including Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield and Erie Insurance, Her final employment was at Dave Hallman Auto Sales. Lori loved the night life, loving the local band scene and was out every weekend with friends and enjoying life. Sadly in 2006, Lori had a brain aneurysm and stroke which permanently disabled her. Lori had the largest personality and the best sense of humor. She could always make the best out of any situation and had the most infectious laugh which will be immensely missed. She loved the holiday season, especially Christmas, where she would always go above and beyond to make sure everyone had something unique to open. At Halloween, she loved handing out candy just to see all the fun costumes the kids were wearing. Lori was incredibly loved and will be deeply missed. She was preceded in death by her father. She is survived by her mother, Diana Gonzalez, one daughter Meghan Gonzalez, her sister Pamela Saraceno, her brother Tony and his wife Rona Gonzalez, three grandchildren; Jordan Sweet, Noah Mckelvey, and Elaina Mckelvey, a nephew Anthony Gonzalez, and three nieces: Madison Sturdevant (Harrison), Leah Saraceno and Tessa Gonzalez. Dusckas-Martin Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc., 4216 Sterrettania Rd. handled all arrangements. A private service of remembrance will be held by the family at an unspecified time and location