Juana R. Nieves Obituary (1933 - 2022)

Juana R. Nieves, age 88, of Erie, better known as Juanita, passed away at her home on Saturday, July 30, 2022 surrounded by loved ones. She was born in Utuado, PR on December 11, 1933. Juanita was a devout Christian who loved spending time with her family and pets, gardening, playing bingo and doing puzzles. Juanita is preceded in death by her parents, Juan Pacasio Nieves and Maria Vera, and her siblings. She is survived by her children, William Velez, Israel Velez (Altita), Luz Feliciano, Salvador Velez Jr. and Gladys Velez (Sammy); 14 grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren and many extended family members. The family would like to give a special thank you to the hospice teams from Interim and UPMC Family Hospice. Friends may call at the Dusckas Funeral Services, Inc., 536 W. 10th St. on Wednesday from 4 to 8 pm and are invited to attend a Funeral Service there on Thursday at 11 am. Interment will follow at Laurel Hill Cemetery. CLICK HERE TO PRINT THIS PAGE SHARE TO SOCIAL MEDIA OR EMAIL