Violet Ann Ismail Obituary (1954 - 2023)

Violet Ann Ismail, age 69, of Erie, passed away surrounded by loved ones on Monday, October 9, 2023 at UPMC Hamot, following a long battle with many health issues. She was born in Erie on May 31, 1954. Violet was preceded in death by her mother, Joan Luke; her father, James Barnes; her stepfather, Neil Luke, Sr; her brother, Jimmy Barnes; and her sister, Joan Davis. Violet is survived by her daughter, Kristie Barnes (Eric); her grandchildren whom she helped raise, Eric Mitchell, Alexis Mitchell and Arianna Mitchell; her son, John Barnes (Sandra) and their seven children and seven grandchildren; her sisters, Kathy Miller (Terry), Carol Baeza (Chendo), Alison Barnes (Martin) and Bonnie Sarabia; her brothers, Neil Luke Jr. and Robert Barnes; and many nieces, nephews and cousins. Violet was a graduate of Strong Vincent High School and retired from PNC Bank. She loved to bake, read, watch Elvis movies and listen to Celine Dion. She enjoyed spending time with her neighbors at the McClelland Apartments. Violet would light up a room with her beautiful smile and blue eyes. Her family would like to thank Melissa, Patricia and Derrick, for the extra special care they gave to Violet and the wonderful staff at UPMC Hamot. Friends may call at the Dusckas Funeral Services, Inc., 536 West 10th Street on Saturday from 10 am until the Time of Sharing there at 1 pm. Interment will follow at Laurel Hill Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Violet's family through the funeral home. CLICK HERE TO PRINT THIS PAGE SHARE TO SOCIAL MEDIA OR EMAIL