Stewart Leonard Averill Obituary (1963 - 2021)

Stewart Leonard Averill, age 57, of Erie, passed away Monday, February 8, 2021 at home surrounded by his loved ones after a long, hard fought battle with cancer. He was born in Erie on April 13, 1963, son of the late Leonard W. and Lois A. Averill. Stew was employed by Boyer RV Center for 35 years as a hitch manager. He was a long-time member of the CYS Club and was a life-long fan of the Pittsburgh Steelers. Stew enjoyed bowling, camping, NASCAR and spending time with his family, life-long friends, and his late dog, Zeus "Zu Zu". He loved having a good time with all. Stew is survived by his two greatest accomplishments, son, Kyle Averill, and daughter, Kara Averill; his loving girlfriend, Sue Potter; brother, Mike Averill (Mindy); nephews, Michael and Josh; nieces, Brittany and Breahna; great-nieces, Bella and Olivia; great-nephew, Jovonni; along with his life-long friends, Tom "TK" and Tammi Krasowski, Greg and Rochelle Scharrer, and Bob and Amy Stinedurf. Friends may call at the Dusckas Funeral Home, Inc., 2607 Buffalo Rd., on Saturday from 2 to 4 pm and 6 until the time of sharing at 8 pm. We will miss Stew's larger than life personality and huge heart. He will forever be the "Stew Man". Memorial contributions may be made to Stew's family through the funeral home.