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Altoona, PA Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Altoona, Blair County, PA & Surrounding Areas
Dorothy Stayer
May 28, 2025
Dorothy K. “Dottie” Stayer, 77, Altoona, passed away Wednesday at UPMC Altoona.
She was born in Altoona, daughter of the late Merrill and Loretta (Woleslagle) Martin.
On April 27, 1968, she married Richard Dale Stayer.
In addition to her husband of 57 years; she is survived by two daughters: Pam Wertman (Terry) of Tyrone and Shelby Stayer of Altoona; grandsons: Joshua (Amanda) and...
Marilyn Ann Loibl
May 23, 2025
Marilyn Ann Loibl, 71, Altoona, passed away Friday at her home.
She was born in Baltimore, MD, daughter of the late Melvin and Mary (Bollinger) Ingram.
Marilyn was a homemaker. She enjoyed oil painting and cats and birds.
She is survived by a son, Gerald Loibl of Florida; a daughter, Crystal Garrett (Ryan) of Kentucky; two grandchildren: Elijah and Natalie; siblings: Kandie Franell...
Michael C. Runk
May 18, 2025
Michael C. “Mikey” Runk, 19, Altoona, passed away Sunday evening. He was born in Altoona, the beloved son of Michael T. Runk of Altoona, and Jenifer L. (Buck) Runk (Ashley Snyder) of Patton.
Mikey is survived by his two sisters, Emily E. Runk (Courtney) and Megan M. Runk (Zach); his grandparents: Clair and Doris Runk, Timothy and Susan Buck and Virgina...
Gary A. Burns
May 16, 2025
Gary A. Burns, 73, of Altoona, passed away peacefully at his home on Friday, May 16, 2025. Born and raised in Altoona, he was the son of the late Albert and Mildred Burns and the beloved spouse of the late Deborah A. Ritchey.
A proud graduate of Altoona Area High School, Gary dedicated his life to service—first to his country, then...
Henry J. "Hank" Trybus
May 7, 2025
Henry J. “Hank” Trybus, 71, Altoona, passed away Wednesday, peacefully surrounded by his wife and daughters.
He was born in Windber, son of the late Fred and Lenore (Hamil) Trybus.
On June 21, 1975, he married his best friend, Sharon E. Moses in Cresson.
In addition to his wife, Sharon; he is survived by two daughters: Mandy Trybus of Pittsburgh and Stacy Lubold...
Karen Servello
May 3, 2025
Karen Servello (nee Parshall), of Altoona, passed away on Saturday, May 3, 2025 in her hometown.
Born on May 12, 1962, in Altoona, Karen spent her life rooted in the community where she was born and deeply cherished.
Karen’s life was centered around the people she loved. She found immense joy in spending time with family and friends, creating lasting memories through...
Bernice L. Smith
Apr 20, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our mother and friend, Bernice “Bernie” Smith, who passed away from an extended illness on April 20, 2025 at the age of 93.
Bernie was born in DuBois, PA, the daughter of John and Lillie Christian. She was married to George Peterman and later, to Alvin Smith who both preceded her in death....
Edward W. Ryan, III
Apr 17, 2025
Edward W. Ryan, III, 77, Altoona, passed away Thursday.
He was born in Sewickley, son of the late Edward W., Jr. and Violet M. (Weinheimer) Ryan.
On March 26, 1977, he married Julia J. Williams at the Washington, D.C. Temple in Kensington, MD.
In addition to his wife, Julia; he is survived by a daughter, Julianna Kekel in Louisa County, VA.
He was preceded...
Richard E. Miner
Apr 15, 2025
Richard E. Miner, 97, of Altoona, passed away Tuesday evening at his home.
He was born at home in Logan Township, son of the late John Wesley and Esther Grace (Sell) Miner.
On April 11, 1970, he married Mary Agnes Strobel.
In addition to his wife, Mary; he is survived by his daughter, Rebecca Bouchard and husband Matthew of Duncansville; two grandsons: Aidan...
Tamara Hunt
Apr 11, 2025
Tamara Hunt, 96, of Bethlehem, PA, passed away peacefully on Friday, April 11, 2025.
Born in Ukraine, she was the beloved daughter of the late Edward and Nadia Schonemann. Tamara’s early life was marked by resilience and grace, shaped by the challenges of wartime Europe. She lived in Ukraine for an early part of her childhood before moving to Germany. Tamara’s...
Rose A. Troxell
Apr 4, 2025
Rose A. (Rosie) Troxell, 91, Altoona, passed away Friday afternoon.
She was born in Altoona, daughter of the late Michael and Anna (Waschalk) Mayernick. On August 3, 1957, she married Merrill Troxell at Holy Rosary Catholic Church. He preceded her in death on January 23, 2023.
She is survived by a son, Ronald Troxell (Crystal) of Tyrone; two daughters: Karen Troxell-Lenning of...
Gary R. Rupert, Jr.
Mar 12, 2025
Gary R. Rupert, Jr., 65, Altoona, passed away Wednesday morning. He was born in Altoona, son of Gary. R., Sr. and Judith A. (Schiappa) Rupert.
In addition to his mother, Judith; he is survived by two sisters: Heidi Smith (Marc) of Mechanicsburg and Nicole Rothrouff (Micah) of Georgetown, TX; a special aunt, Annette Schiappa of Altoona; a special nephew, Connor; and...
Bruce Frederick Wise, Sr.
Mar 10, 2025
Bruce Frederick Wise, Sr., 74, Altoona, passed away Monday in Pittsburgh.
He was born in Berea, OH, son of the late Irvin Nelson and Clara Pearl (Holtzworth) Wise.
He is survived by his wife, Kathy of Altoona; two sons: Byron Wise (Molly) and Bruce Wise (Kim), both of Alaska; grandchildren: Cody Wise, Meranda Wise, Dylan Wise, Alayssa Wise, Byron Wise, Jr., Michael...
Harry A. Yeager
Mar 4, 2025
Harry A. Yeager, age 79, of Juniata, passed away peacefully on March 4, 2025. Born on March16, 1945, in Juniata to Merrill and Pauline (Harshberger) Yeager.
Harry lived his entire life in the community he cherished.
Harry married Louise Ann (Hartman) Yeager on February 27, 1965, and they shared 56 years together. Louise preceded him in death on July 7, 2021.
He was...
Ronald E. McMillan, Jr.
Mar 2, 2025
Ronald E. McMillan, Jr., 64, Altoona, formerly of Millville, NJ, passed away Sunday.
He was born in Altoona, son of Ronald E., Sr. and Marion McGeary McMillan.
He is survived by his mother, Marion; a sister, Tammy Poplardo (Nick); four brothers: Chris McMillan (Brenda), Randy McMillan (Wanda), Jeff McMillan (Donna) and Shawn McMillan; and numerous nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death...
Charles Endress
Mar 1, 2025
Charles “Chuck” Endress, 78, Altoona, passed away on Saturday at Hilltop Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center.
He was born in Altoona, son of the late Albert Edward and Judith Jane (Hyle) Endress.
He was preceded in death by sisters: Nancy Lattieri, Judith Layton, Donna Schneider and Carole Forney; and a brother, Albert “Butch” Endress.
He is survived by a son, Shaun (Cheryl) Endress; and...
Jeffery L. Hughes
Mar 1, 2025
Jeffery L. Hughes, 65, Duncansville, formerly of the Buckhorn, passed away Saturday.
He was born in Altoona, son of the late George, Sr. and Joyce (Burley) Hughes.
He is survived by a daughter, Joyce Coleman (Michael) of Williamsport; a grandson, Torin Coleman; two sisters: Mindy Billetdeaux of Roaring Spring and Darlene Arthurs (Gary) of Lexington, KY; and several nieces and nephews.
Jeffery retired...
Harry Leonard Reeseman
Feb 27, 2025
Harry Leonard Reeseman, 72, Altoona, passed away Thursday.
He was born in Altoona, son of the late Virginia Flesko Reeseman
He is survived by his significant other, Katheryn Yerty of Altoona; siblings: Ronald Reeseman, Jimmy Reeseman, Gloria Colley and Nancy Umbower; numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by two siblings: Jimmy and Nancy.
Family and...
Catherine M. Eckard
Feb 21, 2025
Catherine M. Eckard, 68, Altoona, passed away Friday.
She was born in Altoona, daughter of the late Edwin Earl and Margaret Jane (Ott) Eckard.
She is survived by two sons: Jeanraymar Canaan of Altoona and Darrin Canaan and wife Jennifer of Myrtle Beach, SC; a daughter, Kasema Canaan of Altoona; a step-son, Aaron Johnson and wife Anita of Philadelphia; grandchildren: Tyre, Aunyah,...
Christina Faith McIntosh
Feb 13, 2025
Christina Faith McIntosh, 58, Altoona, went home to her Lord and Savior Thursday morning.
She was born in Altoona, daughter of Donald H. and Gloria (Hurd) Meckley.
She is survived by her husband, Douglas J. McIntosh of Altoona; a daughter, Rachel McIntosh of Boston, MA; father, Donald H. Meckley and his wife Melodie of Altoona; a brother, Donald D. Meckley and wife...
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