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Altoona, PA Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Altoona, Blair County, PA & Surrounding Areas

Richard A. Noel

Richard A. Noel

Sep 22, 2017

Richard A. “Dick” Noel, 82, Altoona, formerly of Juniata, died Friday night at the Lutheran Home at Hollidaysburg. He was born in Altoona a son of the late Richard A. Sr. and Relda (Bulick) Noel. He married Shirley M. Leslie, on March 6, 1954 in Juniata. She preceded him in death on October 26, 2000.

Surviving are three daughters, Debra...

George Isaiah Hughes, Jr.

George Isaiah Hughes, Jr.

Sep 21, 2017

George Isaiah Hughes, Jr., “Bud”, 67, Altoona, went to be with the Lord on Thursday morning at his home.He was born in Altoona, a son of the late George I., Sr. and Joyce (Burley) Hughes.He is survived by a daughter, Jodie Eckenrode of Harrisburg; a son, Jason Hughes of East Freedom; three grandchildren: Dylan and Chase Eckenrode and Ally Hughes;...

James R. Reighard

James R. Reighard

Sep 17, 2017

James R. Reighard, 82, Altoona, died Sunday, September 17, 2017, at UPMC Altoona. He was born in Altoona, son of the late Thomas R. and Regina (Stiendel) Reighard. He married Jolinda Hallett October 7, 1961, in Altoona at St. Mary's Catholic Church.

Surviving are his wife; his son Stephen Reighard and wife Julia of Boalsburg; his daughter Raymalee Frank and...

Nelda Lebo

Nelda Lebo

Sep 16, 2017

Nelda Jean Lebo, 88, formerly of Altoona, died Saturday, September 16, 2017, in Orange, California.  She was born on June 6, 1929 in Altoona, PA, the daughter of Alvin and Dorothy (Harpster) Hagerty.  She is survived by four daughters, Dawn Doyle, Janis Buffington, Sharon Stewart, Lori Walker, seven grandchildren, six great grandchildren and one sister Inez Long.  Services were held...

Peter Miller

Peter Miller

Sep 12, 2017

Peter C. D. Miller, 48, Altoona, died Tuesday, September 12, 2017 at his home.  He was born on November 25, 1968, in Richmond, VA and is survived by five brothers and sisters, Teri Qualls in Missouri, Bruce Miller in Florida, Laura Montgomery of Richmond, VA, Jennifer Tigert of Montpelier, VA and Scott Miller of Jacksonville, FL.

Joseph Hillard

Joseph Hillard

Sep 12, 2017

Joseph Stephen Hillard, 72, Altoona, died Tuesday, Septeber 12, at Maybrook Hills Health & Rehabilitation Center.

Surviving are three children, daughter:â  Christine Ridinger of Bellwood, two son:â  Roy Hillard of Bellwood, Joseph Hillard of Bellwood and one brother, William A. Hillard.  He was preceded in death by a brother John.

At the request of the deceased, no viewing or services...

Olga Bonnie Whippo

Olga Bonnie Whippo

Sep 7, 2017

Olga Bonnie Whippo, 70, Altoona, passed away Thursday morning at UPMC Altoona.She was born in Altoona, a daughter of the late June Morrison.Olga is survived by a sister, Midge Robison of NC.Services will be held at a later date.

Martin C. Banks

Martin C. Banks

Sep 7, 2017

Martin C. Banks, 84, Altoona, died early Thursday morning at his home from a valiant struggle with myasthenia gravis.He was born in Altoona, and was adopted by Rev. Martin and Mary Banks.He is survived by his wife, Patty Hoover Banks; three sons: Randy (Amy), Tim (Tara), and Rick (Michelle); a daughter-in-law, Joan; 10 grandchildren; and two great grandchildren.He was preceded...

Jacob T. McCormick

Jacob T. McCormick

Sep 5, 2017

Jacob T. McCormick, 21, Duncansville, went to be with the Lord Tuesday, September 5, 2017 as a result of a tragic accident while kayaking on Lake Ontario.He was born in Altoona, a son of Timothy and Stacie (Fay) McCormick. On May 28, 2016 he married Johanna Carls.He is survived by his wife, Johanna; his parents of Duncansville, PA; his twin...

Nancy L. Stotler

Nancy L. Stotler

Aug 25, 2017

Nancy L. Stotler, 70, Altoona, passed away early Friday morning at her home.She was born in Altoona, a daughter of the late Paul and Hannah (Leidy) Roub. On December 12, 1965, she married Robert S. Stotler in Curryville. He preceded her in death on February 13, 2002.She is survived by four children: Lisa Shearer (Wayne) of Altoona, Timothy Stotler (Alma),...

Edna L. Robbins

Edna L. Robbins

Aug 24, 2017

Edna L. Robbins, 90, Altoona, died Thursday evening at Hillview Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center.She was born in Altoona, a daughter of the late Clarence and Bessie (Norris) Staley. She was preceded in death by her husband of 50 years, Paul D. Robbins on May 12, 1996.Edna is survived by a daughter, Lu Anne Robbins, of Binghamton, NY; a brother, Ronnie Staley...

James Robert Reimer

James Robert Reimer

Aug 17, 2017

James Robert Reimer, “Jim”, 73, Altoona, died Thursday evening at UPMC Altoona.He was born in Altoona, a son of the late Herman H. and Viola (Gray) Reimer. On October 26, 1963 he married his loving wife and best friend, Patty L. Butterbaugh in Altoona.Jim is survived by his wife of 53 years and an extended family of brother-in-laws, sister-in-laws, nieces...

Scott Francis Pfahler

Scott Francis Pfahler

Aug 10, 2017

Scott Francis Pfahler, 26, Altoona, died Thursday.He was born in Altoona, a son of Richard D. Pfahler and Peggy K. (Pendergrast) Bovard.He is survived by his beloved wife, Malayna N. (Detwiler) Pfahler; five sons: Owen, Ondre, Kashus, Sylus, and Alijah Pfahler; a brother, Mike E. Shaw of Altoona; two sisters: Melanie Servello of Tampa, FL and Brittany Bovard of Altoona;...

Judy Ann Hurm

Judy Ann Hurm

Aug 7, 2017

Judy Ann Hurm, 73, of Maybrook Hills, formerly of Sinking Valley, died Monday, at the home. Judy was born in Bellwood, a daughter of the late Jack and Catherine McElhinney.  On July 1, 1966, she married John R. Hurm in Altoona. Surviving are her husband of 51 years; two sons: Randy (Tammy), of Juniata, and Jake, of Vermont; one brother, Jim McElhinney; and...

Donald G. Snyder, Jr

Donald G. Snyder, Jr

Aug 5, 2017

Dr. Donald G. Snyder, Jr, Hollidaysburg, went to be with the Lord Saturday, August 5, 2017.

 He was born in Altoona, a son of the late Donald G., Sr. and Janet Mae (Shute) Snyder. He married Sandra M. Griffith.

 In addition to his wife, he is survived by two sons: Brian T. Snyder of Hollidaysburg and Benjamin J. Snyder of...

Robert D. Taylor

Robert D. Taylor

Aug 3, 2017

Robert D. Taylor, 51, Altoona, died Thursday, August 3, 2017, in Altoona.He was born August 1, 1966, in Altoona, a son of Phillip A. and Marsha J. (Taylor) Taylor.In addition to his parents, he is survived by one son, Zachery Taylor and one daughter, Sarah Taylor, both in New Hampshire; one brother, Kirk Taylor of Erie, PA; one sister, Cris Creely of...

Rodney L. Gray

Rodney L. Gray

Jul 28, 2017

Rodney L. Gray, 47, Altoona, died Friday evening, July 28, 2017, at Maybrook Hills Health and Rehabilitation Center after a brief illness. He was born in Altoona, a son of the late John E. and Hanna E. (Erickson) Gray. Surviving are six brothers and sisters: John Gray, Jr., Betty Troutman, Thomas Gray, Walter Gray, Donna J. Gray, and Cheryl Stewart; and numerous nieces...

Anna Marie Webber

Anna Marie Webber

Jul 24, 2017

Anna Marie Webber, 91, Altoona, passed away Monday morning at Maybrook Hills Health and Rehabilitation Center. She was born in Altoona, a daughter of the late Edward A. and Emma (Patsch) Smeltzer. On August 2, 1948, she married Thomas W. Webber in Altoona. He preceded her in death on January 14, 1993. She is survived by four children: Peg Reed (Rick), Jim...

Sadee Olivia Yeager

Sadee Olivia Yeager

Jul 22, 2017

Sadee Olivia Yeager, 6 months, passed away Saturday. She was born in Roaring Spring, a daughter of Stephen Patrick Yeager and Leah Jeanell Findley. In addition to her parents, she is survived by three siblings: Mackenzie Paige Abrams, Kira Nerys Bonano, and Riley Haze Yeager. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, July 31, 2017 at Mauk & Yates...

Beverly M. Thompson

Beverly M. Thompson

Jul 22, 2017

Beverly M. Thompson, 83, Altoona, passed away Saturday morning at the Lutheran Home at Hollidaysburg. She was born in Altoona, a daughter of the late William Earl and Helen O. (Isenberg) McLaughlin. On October 16, 1964, she married David A. Thompson in Altoona. He preceded her in death on December 5, 2004. She is survived by two sons: David A., Jr. and...

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