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Richard A. Conrad
Jan 7, 2019
Richard A. Conrad, of Altoona, went home on Monday to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, at UPMC Altoona.He was born in Altoona, a son of the late Chester A. and Elizabeth J. “Betty” (Suckling) Conrad.Richard is survived by a brother, Terry and wife Joyce of Johnstown; a nephew, Terry L. Conrad, Jr. and wife Genevieve of Berwyn;...
Nelda L. Bayle
Jan 7, 2019
Surviving is her daughter Carol Smith (Glenn) of Claysburg, Linda Kenawell (John) of MO., Cindy O’Leary (Denis) of Oakmont, 7 grandchildren: Carolyn, John, II, Christina, Jennifer, Lynette, Katherine, and Michael; 11 great-grandchildren, and her dog Snickers.
Janet Louise Sipes
Dec 26, 2018
Janet Louise Sipes, 86, Altoona, passed away Wednesday at UPMC Altoona, with her family by her side.
She was born in Altoona, daughter of the late Ritner I. and M. Lucille (McNamara) Fiester.
Surviving are her husband of 68 years, Robert D. Sipes of Altoona; six children: Robert A. (Susan) Sipes of Altoona, Gary L. (Patty) Sipes of Ponte Vedra,...
William E. Grim
Dec 22, 2018
William E. Grim, Jr., 79, Altoona, passed away early Saturday morning at Hillview Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center. He was born in Altoona, son of the late William E., Sr. and Virginia R. (Green) Grim. He is survived by two daughters: Catherine Virginia Grim and Helen Darlene Grim; three sisters: Josie Selden, Janet Phillips and husband Steven, and Beatrice Saxion and husband Jack;...
Norma J. Belin
Dec 17, 2018
Norma J. Belin, 83, Altoona, passed away after a courageous battle with cancer early Monday morning at the Presbyterian Village at Hollidaysburg surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Altoona, daughter of the late Ernest and Harriet Grace (McMonigal) Wright. On June 17, 1963, she married John F. Belin, Sr. in Winchester, VA. In addition to her husband of 55...
Mary J. Buchanan
Dec 12, 2018
Mary J. Buchanan, 78, Altoona, passed away early Wednesday morning at Maybrook Hills Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center. She was born in Blandburg, a daughter of the late Genevieve G. Russell. On December 6, 1963, she married Sheldon V. Buchanan, Sr. He preceded her in death on August 7, 2010. She is survived by a daughter, Shirley J. Deeters and companion Bob Mowery...
Sara Jean Housley
Dec 8, 2018
Sara J. (Allison) Housley, 84, of Altoona, died, December 8, 2018, after an extended illness. She was the daughter of the late John and Esther (Mansell) Allison.She graduated from Altoona Area High School in 1951. She was employed by the Altoona Area School District and retired in 1992 after 22 years of service. Sara was a member of the Wehnwood...
Walter W Focht
Dec 2, 2018
Walter W. Focht, 90, Altoona, passed away Sunday afternoon at UPMC Altoona. He was born in Yellow Springs, a son of the late David W. and Flora Mae (Woomer) Focht. On November 7, 1945, he married Janet L. Sinclair in Maryland. She preceded him in death on May 11, 2018. Surviving are three children: Ken W. Focht, Sr., and wife...
Leslie R Brooks
Dec 1, 2018
Leslie R. Brooks, 84, Altoona, passed away Saturday morning at the Presbyterian Village in Hollidaysburg. He was born in Allport, son of the late Charles and Alice Almeda (Baumgardner) Brooks. He married Harriett M. Reeseman of Altoona.
Surviving is his loving wife of almost 66 years; four daughters: Joey-Kathleen (Ken) of Altoona, Deborah (Rob) Harten of Glenn Dale, MD, Beth...
Edward Thomas Nail, Sr.
Nov 28, 2018
Edward Thomas Nail, Sr., 75, Tyrone, passed away early Wednesday morning at his home. He was born in Altoona, a son of the late Clyde A. and Freda Jane (Thomas) Nail. He married Ruth Ann Guerin in 1964. In addition to his wife, he is survived by four children: Edward T. Nail, Jr. and wife Meg of Tyrone, Bob Nail and wife...
Theresa Marie Bernard
Nov 23, 2018
Theresa Marie Bernard, 72, Altoona, passed away early Friday morning at UPMC Altoona. She was born in Boston, MA, a daughter of the late Henry Theodore and Gladys Marie (Frotten) Bernard. She is survived by the father of their children, Miguel Malag Lumbag; four children: Mary E. Ross of Bushkill, PA, Miguel A. Lumbag and wife Rhonda of Burke, VA, Paul H....
Donald L. Burket
Nov 13, 2018
Donald L. Burket, 94, of Altoona, passed away Tuesday evening at Altoona Center for Nursing Care.He was born in Altoona, son of the late Charles O. and Elva M (Feight) Burket. He married Betty Utts April 5, 1947, at Wesley Memorial United Methodist Church, Juniata.Surviving is his wife Betty of 71 years; one daughter—Beth Burket Heinemann (Paul) of State College;...
Orville B. Beck
Nov 10, 2018
Orville B. Beck, 75, Altoona, went to be with the Lord Saturday evening, November 10, 2018, at home surrounded by his family. Known as "Bub" he was born in Altoona, a son of the late Orville F. and Sarah H (Smith) Beck. He married Martine Neely on January 2, 1965, at Juniata Church of the Brethren. Surviving are his...
Dolores "Dee" Pletcher Riggleman
Nov 3, 2018
Dolores “Dee” Pletcher Riggleman, 86, Martinsburg, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Saturday. She was born in Altoona, a daughter of the late Daniel and Beatrix (Everett) Vickers. Dee is survived by five children: Spring Aikens (Don) of Florida, Cynthia Pletcher of Martinsburg, Pamela Gray (Doug) of Altoona, Paula Gardner (Drew) of North Carolina, and Paul Pletcher II (Charlotte)...
Betty Shock
Oct 31, 2018
Betty L. Shock, 83, of Maybrook Hills, formerly of Eldorado, passed away early Wednesday morning. She was born in Tyrone, Pa, daughter of the late Kasmir and Mary (Starzeski) Pacanowski. She married James F. Shock on May 28, 1954 in Tyrone. He preceded her in death in 1998.
Surviving are her daughters: Deborah A. Reed (Michael) and...
Karen Kaye Dandrea
Oct 28, 2018
Karen Kaye Dandrea, 74, Altoona, passed away Sunday evening at Maybrook Hills Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center. She was born in Altoona, a daughter of the late Robert and Ruth (Crabtree) Yohn. On June 17, 1967, she married Gilbert H. Dandrea in Virginia. He preceded her in death on June 15, 2013. Kaye is survived by a son, Daniel of Altoona; a daughter,...
Helen L Leonard
Oct 26, 2018
Helen L. Leonard, 91, Altoona, passed away Friday at UPMC, Altoona. She was born in Woodbury Township, daughter of the late William and Verna (Estep) Beard. She married Junior David Leonard February 27, 1947 in Williamsburg, PA. He preceded her in death in 1992. Surviving are her children: Jane Hollern of Altoona, Delores Gabella (Lavern) of Newry, David Leonard of...
Joan M Kibler
Oct 21, 2018
Joan M. Kibler, 87, Altoona, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday at UPMC Altoona. She was born in Altoona, daughter of the late Lester and Dorothy (Michaels) Tremmel. On July 29, 1950, she married Anslem Kibler, Jr., in Cumberland, MD. He preceded her in death in 1983. Surviving is her very special daughter Robyn Senitko (Bill) of Altoona; her...
Beatrice I. Nicodemus
Oct 20, 2018
Beatrice I. Nicodemus, 97, Altoona, passed away Saturday morning at the Presbyterian Village at Hollidaysburg. She was born in Tipton, a daughter of the late Stansberry and Katherine (Diehl) Greene. On July 10, 1941 she married Donald Nicodemus. He preceded her in death in April of 1991. Beatrice is survived by three children: Donald A. of Lewistown, Susan Bricker of Pennyan, NY,...
Carole Rae Forney
Oct 17, 2018
Carole Rae Forney, 78, Altoona, passed away early Wednesday morning at the Altoona Center for Nursing Care. She was born in Altoona, a daughter of the late Albert Edward and Judith Jane (Hyle) Endress. On October 20, 1980, she married Garland E. Forney in Winchester, VA. He preceded her in death on November 29, 1990. Carole is survived by three step-sons: John...
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