Dana A. Atwood, 42, of Erie, PA, and formerly of Warren, PA, passed away unexpectedly Saturday, September 2, 2017.
Born on May 18, 1975 in Warren, PA, he was the son of Bruce A. and Susan Brindis Atwood. Dana was a 1993 graduate of Warren Area High School and later graduated from Edinboro University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Biology and English. While in college, he worked during the summer months at Ekey’s Florist in Warren. He was currently employed as executive director at Goodell Gardens and Homestead in Edinboro. Dana was an avid reader and enjoyed hunting, traveling, hiking, skiing, and especially enjoyed fishing with his daughter, Soren. He also enjoyed Formula 1 racing.
Dana is survived by his wife, Noreen Anne Finn, whom he married in 2007; his daughter, Soren Finn, at home; his mother, Susan Brindis Morley of Warren, PA; his father, Bruce A. Atwood and his wife, Catherine Watkins-Atwood, of Warren, PA; his sister, Michelle Miller, and her husband, Stephen, of Warren, PA, and their children, Meredith and Mason Miller of Waterford, PA; step-brothers and sisters though Dana considered them like family, William Watkins, MD, and his wife, Lisa, of N. Wilkesboro, NC, Alex Watkins and his wife, Melinda, of Warren, PA, Vincent Watkins of Bedford, PA, Laurie Sheriff and husband, Rich, of Warren, PA, and Alicia Lyons and husband, Dave, of Oundle, England, John, Jerry, and Jay Morley, Joni Bunk, Jayne Camp, and Jennifer Morley, many aunt and uncles, and several cousins. Dana was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Frank and Mildred Brindis, and his paternal grandparents, Edna and Claude Atwood, and his stepfather, John Morley, his uncle David Brindis, and his aunt, Martha Brindis.
Friends may call at the Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home, Inc., 304 East Street, Warren, PA, on Thursday, September 7, 2017, from Noon until 2:00pm at which time a funeral service will be conducted by Deacon Joseph Lucia, of Holy Redeemer R.C. Church, officiating. Interment will be in Cherry Grove Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, those wishing to place a memorial may do so to Goodell Gardens and Homestead, P. O. Box 156, Edinboro, PA, 16412. Email condolences may be sent by visiting www.lewisfuneralhomeinc.com
Our sincere sympathies to all. Prayers for healing for family and friends.
Thank you very much!
May your memories of Dana and the love of your family and friends surround you and give you strength and peace during this difficult season…my love and prayers sent your way.
Thank you Joan!
Cathy & Bruce
May God wrap you in his arms and watch over your family. We will always remember you .Prayers of strength and love to all. Your cousin Jenny
Thank you, Jenny!
Cathy & Bruce
My deepest sympathies. Although I didn’t see Dana often (due to distance) I will remember “catching up” at family functions and how Soren dominated the conversation. May God lift you up and your memories sustain you at this very difficult time.
Thank you, Julie!
We appreciate that you & Linda came so far to attend the funeral!
Cathy & Bruce
Deepest condolences to the entire family at this sad time
Thank you, John!
So very sorry to hear of Dana’s death. Thoughts and prayers for his family and friends.
Thank you, Mary!
Bruce & Cathy
To my nephew,Dana,The Great Dane,may he Rest In Peace. Dana, so glad you got to the origins of the Atwood’s in England and so sorry we never got to do that trip to Denmark. We had some great ski trips together especially with Noreen when we got caught in the blizzard and poor Richi had to drive on a road we could not see. And our great discussions and those Atwood traits that you passed onto Soren. I think you thought I was 16 for about 10 years and you really gave it to me when was funny when you figured that one out. You will be missed more than you ever imagined. RIP and prayers for Noreen, Soren, Michelle, your Mom and Dad and all the other relatives and friends
Thank you Sonia for flying home to the funeral. It meant a lot to Bruce & me!
Cathy & Bruce
It’s hard to imagine the gardens without him… He worked so tirelessly at showcasing their beauty and making it a cornerstone of the community. Our perfect little wedding was only that thanks to Diana’s ability to take our vision and make the grounds come alive. My husband, Adam, and I are forever grateful to have known Dana and to have enjoyed so many of his events at Goodell. Our sincerest sympathies and deepest condolences to his family and close friends. He was truly one of a kind. May you be find strength in these difficult days.
Dana loved his work at Goodall & all the people who are involved. Recently he said that he had a “dream team.”
Bruce & Cathy
Sue, Bruce, Michelle ,all family members and friends. Our deepest sympathy and prayers for your family.Dana left us too soon, but he is with your mom and dad, and is not alone. Bless all! Prayers and love.
Thank you Ron & Sharon!
Bruce & Cathy
So very sorry to hear of Dana’s death. Thoughts and prayers for his family and friends.
Christl Mathea Vang
Bornholm Denmark
Thank you!
Bruce & Cathy
We only met Dana once at a wedding planning session at Goodell. I am certain we are like so many others who grieve his loss no matter how long the contact because of the care and attention and passion he exhibited. We are heartbroken for his family and those who counted him a friend. We tasted that friendship spirit briefly and grieve with you. Holding you in our prayers. The Taylors
Thank you!
Bruce & Cathy
I’m so sad to read that Dana has passed away. My thoughts go out to his family.
So sorry that you never could come and visit in Denmark
Rest in peace my friend
Hugs from Denmark
Thank you!
Bruce & Cathy
I knew Dana in high school. He was one of the friendliest, least judgemental people I ever had the pleasure to meet. The world is more empty without him in it.
We appreciate the kind words!
Bruce & Cathy
so sorry to hear of Dana’s passing, my mother worked at Goodell before her passing almost 5 years ago. She loved her job and Dana. thoughts, love and prayers from the Wojtecki Family.
Dana was very fond of your mother & spoke of her often!
Bruce & Cathy
My deepest sympathies to Dana’s family and friends. I knew him through WAHS even though we were two classes apart.
Thank you!
Bruce & Cathy
Rest easy Dana. My thoughts and prayers to all of his family and friends.
Thank you, Ryan!
Bruce & Cathy
My condolences to his family. Dana was a good guy, and will be missed.
Thank you, Bill!
Bruce & Cathy
My deepest sympathies to Dana’s family & friends. I had the pleasure of meeting Dana on several occasions @ Goodell’s as we had business to take care of. We took care of our business in 5 minutes then spent the next 3 hours talking about everything under the sun, mainly our mutual love of the great outdoors. It was always that way & I will miss our conversations.
Thank you, Dave!
Bruce & Cathy
Sorry for your loss. Family of Terry Whitton.
Thank you Connie!
Bruce & Cathy
So sorry to hear of your loss. Thoughts & Prayers are with you. Love, Jill & Mark
Thank you, Jill & Mark!
Bruce & Cathy
Bruce and family, so sorry to read of your loss. I remember your fond stories about Dana at our breakfasts at Peppermill. I will keep him and your entire family in my prayers. God bless.
Thank you Donna!
Bruce & Cathy
Rest In Peace, Dana. My thoughts and prayers are with your family and friends.
Thank you Erin!
Bruce & Cathy
May you rest in piece my second brother. You will be truly missed. At the end of the day today I saw a perfect rainbow a beautiful ending for for such a sad day, only wish this site would have let me post the picture. Watch down on us all. Especially your beautiful daughter!
Your brother was a big comfort to Bruce! He has been over several times. The day before the funeral he spent hours putting photos on our digital photo frame.
You have a wonderful brother!
Cathy & Bruce
You are all in my prayers at this sad time.
Thank you! Prayers do help!
Bruce & Cathy
Thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this difficult time ….
Thank you Kristin! We believe in the power of prayer!
Bruce & Cathy
Our deepest sympathy to the Atwood family. May our Prayers be with you.
“My Deepest Condolences go out to the Atwood family, I hope you find comfort in these words, “He will swallow up death forever,……And will wipe away the tears from all faces. Isaiah 25:8. Trust in Jehovah’s promise of the resurrection hope. jw.org