Francis Bruno Obituary
We bid farewell to Francis Bruno of Erie, Pennsylvania, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on November 12, 2025 at the age of 52. Francis touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Francis S. Bruno, II and Carol Ann Nestor Bruno; and his brother Anthony Bruno. He is survived by: his fiancé Shelly Sokolowski; his siblings, Todd Bruno (Janna), Erica and Viktorya Bruno; his siblings' children, Shaun, Trevor Bruno, Kaitlyn and Kylie Bruno; his sister-in-law Lena Bruno; his mother-in-law Sylvia Sokolowski; his close friends, Armand Leone, Chris Clement and Doug Torrance; his goddaughter Amber Torrance; and his pets, Gracie Mae and Gizmo.
Viewing was held on Tuesday, November 18th 2025 from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the John R. Orlando Funeral Home, Inc. (2122 Raspberry St, Erie, PA 16502). A funeral service was held on Tuesday, November 18th 2025 from 7:00 PM to 7:30 PM at the same location.
