Lydia Kosin

Lydia Czuwara Kosin, age 80, of Erie, died peacefully at LECOM Health Nursing and Rehabilitation Center on Wednesday, January 7, 2026. She was born in Ehingen, Wuerttemberg, Germany on May 22, 1945, daughter of John F. and Anna E. Czuwara.

Lydia graduated from East High School, Erie PA, in 1964. She was a devoted mother whose smile, laughter, and gentle giggles filled every room she entered. In her later years, she stayed closely connected to the people she loved, calling often to check in and make sure everyone was doing well. Her kindness and warmth will be deeply missed.

Lydia is survived by her sister, Cecilia Szoszorek; her children, James (Soonduk) Kosin, Kenneth Kosin and Carla Smith; as well as her five grandchildren, Benjamin Kosin, Daniel Kosin, Russell Smith, Christopher (Jackie) Smith and Randall (Jennifer) Smith; and two great-grandchildren, Abigail and Susanna Smith.

A celebration of life and burial was held on May 9, 2026 with family members.

In keeping with her wishes, Lydia was cremated and her ashes buried at Calvary Cemetery in Erie next to her brother, Michael J. Czuwara and her parents.

Arrangements were handled by the Dusckas Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc. Condolences may be sent to www.dusckasfuneralhomes.com.