Harry F. Bastian Sr Obituary (1941 - 2018)

Harry F. Bastian, Sr., age 77, of Erie, passed away at home following a brief illness on Tuesday, August 14, 2018. He was born in Erie on July 13, 1941, son of the late Harry Bastian and Lydia Otto Bastian Green. Harry was employed at General Electric from 1974 until his retirement in 2001. He was a member of the Erie Racing Pigeon Club, holding many officers' positions, and sponsored an auction of black eagles within the Club. Harry was an avid collector of watches as well as eagle statues. He was a man of strong faith and loved spending time with his family. Harry had a gentle soul for taking care of stray cats, enjoyed bird watching and was very proud of having a beautiful yard. He could always be found watching a western on tv. Harry is survived by his wife of 52 years, Theone Bastian; four children, Harry F. Bastian, Jr., Patrick Bastian, Heather Eicher and Joseph Bastian all of Erie; one brother, Randolph A. Green; and one sister, Sandra E. Bolton both of Shippensburg, PA; 13 grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, and nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a daughter, Bridgette M. Bruno. Friends may call at the Dusckas Funeral Home, Inc., 2607 Buffalo Rd., on Friday from 3 pm until the time of the Funeral Service there at 6 pm conducted by Rev. Jean Kuebler. A private interment will be held.