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\"AustinERIE, Pa. \u2014<\/p>\n

Officials in Erie have identified the victims of a mass shooting that claimed eight lives over the weekend, including seven family members and a family friend. Erie County Coroner Lyell Cook confirmed the names of the adult victims and their causes of death.<\/p>\n

\"\"\"\"Victims identified and causes of death released<\/p>\n

The victims include 45-year-old Matthew Stone Sr., whose cause of death was ruled a suicide by gunshot wound to the head. The other victims, whose deaths were classified as homicides, include 44-year-old Michelle Stone, Matthew Stone Sr.’s wife; 24-year-old Angelina Stone, his pregnant daughter who was scheduled to be induced on Monday; his two sons, 19-year-old Jonathan Stone and 21-year-old Matthew Stone; 51-year-old Twila Tanner; and 37-year-old Lora Roberts, a family friend.<\/p>\n

\"\"\"\"Friend remembers Lora Roberts for helping others<\/p>\n

Lora Roberts was remembered by friends as someone who always helped others. Chris Tombaugh, director of Community of Caring and a close friend of Roberts, shared her memories. <\/p>\n

\"\"\"\"<\/p>\n

“She always lifted you up. And, you know, she always knew when something was wrong with somebody and would, you know, would try to help,” Tombaugh said. <\/p>\n

Tombaugh recalled a recent social media post from Roberts about a shooting in Erie this past summer. <\/p>\n

“Erie, we need to do better. Another family mourning, another heartbreaking story, hearing about a newborn baby, a 25-year-old female found deceased, and all the other tragedies happening in Erie has really gotten to me,” Tombaugh said, quoting Roberts’ post. <\/p>\n

Reflecting on Roberts’ sentiments, Tombaugh added, “She just wanted the community to be a better place.” <\/p>\n

Archbishop calls for action on gun violence and mental health<\/p>\n

Erie Archbishop Dwane Brock also spoke about the tragedy and the need for action. Brock, who was hosting a conference with dozens of bishops when the shooting occurred, described the impact of the news. <\/p>\n

“We were in a state of shock, number one, because I had bishops in literally from all over the country here at a conference. And then the news came to me, which, of course, we had to address at that time,” Brock said. <\/p>\n

He continued, “It was horrendous. It was demonic. And our prayers, of course, go out to the Erie community and the families at large.” <\/p>\n

Brock emphasized the importance of addressing gun violence and mental health. <\/p>\n

“We know that the criticism is going to come, but nevertheless, we want to save lives. Number two, we need to enhance the talk about mental health,” Brock said. <\/p>\n

Community support needed for grieving families<\/p>\n

Tombaugh expressed her grief over the loss of Roberts, saying, “Sunday and Saturday, I was thinking, I need to call Lora and see how she is. I mean, it would just pop into my head, you know, that. Yeah. It’s just something that you can’t do.” <\/p>\n

Tombaugh said all the families impacted by the tragedy will need support and help from the community.<\/p>\n

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