Margaret D. Filipowski, 92, of Erie, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully on April 12, 2026, surrounded by her loving children and close family. She was born to the late William and Michalina (Grygier) Mencz on March 21, 1934, in Erie.<\/p>\n
Margaret was a woman of deep faith and quiet devotion, living her life in service to her family, her church, and her community.\u00a0She was a devoted mother who lovingly cared for her son with special needs throughout her life, a quiet testament to her patience, strength, and unconditional love. Margaret\u00a0was an active member of St. John the Baptist Church, where she generously gave her time helping with cleaning and preparing funeral dinners. She also volunteered at the Gertrude A. Barber Center, St. John the Baptist School Cafeteria, the Ladies Auxiliary, and the American Red Cross.<\/p>\n
She was a wonderful cook whose kitchen was the heart of her home\u2014no one ever left her table hungry. She found joy in caring for others, whether through a warm meal, a kind word, or simply her presence. Margaret also loved to dance, especially polka, and shared that joy with many dear friends throughout her life.<\/p>\n
She shared a loving and devoted marriage with her beloved husband, Jerome \u201cHarry\u201d Filipowski, with whom she built a life centered on family, faith, and togetherness.<\/p>\n
In addition to her parents, Margaret was preceded in death by her husband, Jerome \u201cHarry\u201d Filipowski; siblings, Robert Menc (Cecelia), William Menc, Jr. (Joan), Audrey Grucza (Edward), James Mencz, and David Sienicki (Mary Ann).<\/p>\n
She leaves to cherish the memory of her children: Rene Filipowski of Silver Spring, MD; James Filipowski of Erie; Valerie Kelly (Michael) of Papillion, NE; Stephanie Bertschy (Robert) of Traverse City, MI; and Brian \u201cFlip\u201d Filipowski (Leslie) of Charleroi, PA. She is also survived by her grandchildren: Andrew Kelly (Michelle), Abigail Tobin (Jake), Ryan Bertschy, Bret \u201cHarry\u201d Bertschy, Ian Filipowski, and Edy Margaret Filipowski; and great-grandchildren: Sophia, James, Evelyn, and Grace Margaret.<\/p>\n
Margaret will also be deeply missed by her many cherished nieces and nephews, including special nieces Michelle States (Paul) and Marlene Kosobucki (David), both of Erie. She is additionally survived by a brother-in-law, Daniel Filipowski (Elaine) of Erie, and a\u00a0sister-in-law, Bernadette Hayes of Ormond Beach, FL,\u00a0as well as a great many close friends whose lives she touched with her kindness, generosity, and unwavering spirit.<\/p>\n
Relatives and friends are invited to Davis-Garr Cremation and Funeral Services, Inc.,\u00a0459 East 12th Street, Erie, Pennsylvania 16503,\u00a0on Friday, April 17, 2026, from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM\u00a0and\u00a06:00 PM to 8:00 PM, and\u00a0on Saturday, April 18, 2026, from 11:00 AM\u00a0until the time of the Funeral Mass\u00a0at 12:00 noon\u00a0at St. John the Baptist Church,\u00a0509 East 26th Street, Erie, Pennsylvania 16504. Burial will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Memorial Contributions may be sent to Emmaus Soup Kitchen<\/a>, Erie City Mission<\/a>, or EHCA<\/a>. Online condolences may be sent to\u00a0Davisgarrfuneralhome.com.<\/p>\n \n To send flowers<\/a>
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