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Catherine B. Hofer
Jan 9, 2025
Catherine B. “Kate” Hofer, 81, Altoona, died Thursday morning at Conemaugh Nason Medical Center.
She was born in Altoona, daughter of the late Paul and Wilhelmina (Springman) Elder. On Oct. 20, 1994, she married Kenneth J. Hofer in Winchester, Va. He preceded her in death on Jan. 3, 2020.
Surviving are a daughter, Christine M. Van Sickle; three sons: Paul J. Van...
Maxine G. Cover
Dec 28, 2024
Maxine G. Cover, 89, Altoona, died Saturday morning at UPMC Altoona.
Maxine was born in Altoona, daughter of the late Joseph and Lavina (Mort) Nemic. On Jan. 2, 1952, she married Harry Wayne Cover in Cumberland, Md. He preceded her in death on Sept. 24, 1989.
Surviving are two daughters, Mary (John) Marin and Carol (Dave) Books; two sons, Glenn (Diane) Cover...
Sandra L. Ferry
Dec 25, 2024
Sandra L. Ferry, 82, of Altoona, passed away Christmas morning at her residence surrounded by her family.
Born in Altoona, the daughter of the late Clyde H. and Margaret C. (Young) Coble. Her husband, Charles W. Ferry Jr., he preceded her in death. Survived by Children Trifina Ferry, Sandra L. Ferry, Russell W. Ferry and Chris R. Ferry.
At the deceased request ...
Sally A. Yeager
Dec 17, 2024
Sally A. Yeager, 82, of Duncansville, peacefully passed away Tuesday morning surrounded by her family at her residence. She was born in Altoona, daughter of the late David and Anne (McCabe) Snyder.
Sally married Merrill G. "Pete” Yeager Jr. on Feb. 8, 1964, at The Cathedral of The Blessed Sacrament, Altoona. He preceded her in death on Oct. 16, 2018.
Surviving are...
Elizabeth M. Holley
Dec 12, 2024
Elizabeth M. Holley, 99, of Altoona, passed away Thursday at her residence.
Elizabeth was born in Clearfield, the daughter of the late Bernard and Loretta (Bowers) Nagle.
Survived by four sisters: Lorraine Shuma, Theresa Carbone, Marilyn Franceschini and Cheryl Forney.
Predeceased by her siblings Florence M Berrang, Bernadine Anton, Carol Nowlen, Allen Nagle, Gene Nagle. At the deceased there will be no visitation...
Nicholas "Nick" R. Ballos
Dec 11, 2024
Nicolas R. Ballos, “Nick” passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loved ones on Dec. 11, 2024. He was born on October 29, 1950, in Altoona to Gust and Barbara (Long) Ballos. He graduated from Altoona Area High School in 1968.
On May 20,1972, he married Connie Wolfinger. In addition to his wife of 52 years he is survived by...
Sherill K. Rininger
Nov 7, 2024
Sherill K. Rininger, 83, of Altoona, passed away Thursday. She was born in Centre Hall, daughter of the late James and Florence (Steele) Algoe. Preceding her in death was her husband, William Rininger; and infant daughter, Tammy Helsel. Surviving are children: Becky Cooper, Cindy (Paul) Pooler, Steve (Tina) Helsel and William (Brandi) Rininger Jr.; eight grandchildren; and 18 great-grandchildren. Family...
Rose Regina Wesner
Sep 6, 2024
Rose Regina Wesner, 94, of Altoona, passed peacefully into the arms of the Lord on Friday. She was born in Altoona, daughter of the late Joseph and Marguerite (Messersmith) Brunner.
She married James Wesner on July 14, 1951, at The Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament. After 68 years of loving marriage, he preceded her in death on March 31, 2019.
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Melva Lee Kamoie
Aug 22, 2024
Melva Lee Kamoie 81, Altoona, died Thursday, Aug. 22, 2024, at Maybrook Hills Health and Rehabilitation Center, Altoona. Melva was born in Baltimore, Md., daughter of the late Melvin and Azilee (Johnson) Schucker. She is survived by two sons, Eric and wife, Tabitha, and Brian and wife, Laura; grandchildren: Cara, Julia, Caitlyn and Claire; and a sister, Judy Horton. She...
Irene C. Mishock
Aug 2, 2024
Irene C. Mishock, 91, Altoona, passed away Friday at Hillview Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center, Altoona.
Irene was born in Gallitzin, daughter of the late Fred and Julia (Skebeck) Boldizar. On Oct. 22, 1955, she married Joseph C Mishock at St. Mary's Catholic Church, Gallitzin. He preceded her in death on Nov. 2, 2013.
Surviving are a daughter, Diane Burkett and...
Emma Mae Watchey
Jul 21, 2024
Emma Mae Watchey, 96, of Altoona, went to be with the Lord on Sunday morning at Garvey Manor Nursing Home, Hollidaysburg, where she was a resident. Emma was born in Avonmore, Pa., daughter of the late Paul E. and Edna Mae (Mitchell) Sullivan.
She married Edward Watchey Jr. on May 19, 1945, in Avonmore. He preceded her in death on July...
Joseph F. Trout
Jul 3, 2024
Joseph F. Trout, 71, of Altoona, passed away Wednesday morning at UPMC Altoona, surrounded by his family. Joe was born in Altoona, son of the late Benjamin F. Jr. and Mary P. (Schell) Trout.
Joe married Margaret K. “Peggy” Benton on June 18, 1977, at Ss. Peter & Paul Roman Catholic Church.
Surviving are his wife, Margaret “Peggy”; a son,...
Caryl M. 'Peggy' Bayer
Jun 25, 2024
Caryl Margaret “Peggy" Bayer 77, of Altoona, died Tuesday evening at Hilltop Healthcare and Rehab. She was born in Altoona, daughter of the late Charles and Mary (Lingenfelter) Carberry. She married Allan Lee Bayer on July 12, 1996, in Winchester, Va.
Surviving are her husband, Allan; a daughter, Beth (Scott) Seeley; a stepson, Nicholas Bayer; and granddaughters, Alexandra French and Danielle...
Judith A. Werner
Jun 12, 2024
Judith Ann (Sipes) Werner, 79, of Altoona, passed away on the morning of June 12, 2024, at Penn Highlands-Huntingdon. Judy was born in Altoona, daughter of the late Jack and Gloria (Clifford) Sipes. She was the eldest of their 11 children.
She married James M. Werner on June 29, 1968. He preceded her in death in March of 2024.
Judith was preceded...
Patrica A. Walker
May 24, 2024
Patricia A. ‘Patty’ Walker 79, Altoona passed away Friday afternoon at UPMC Altoona.Patty was born in Johnstown, the daughter of the late William G. and Helen B. (McDonald) Walker.Survived by one sister: Linda D. (Carl) Lafferty, niece, Tricia Lynn Lafferty; Great Niece, Victoria Lynn Lafferty; and several other nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her brother, Ronald, and nephews, Brian Lafferty,...
Sandy O. Whitt
May 23, 2024
Sandy O. Whitt, age 59, of Logan Township, died Thursday at her residence. She was born in Altoona, daughter of the late Herbert and Ella (Lysk) Hart.She married Terry J. Whitt on Feb. 14, 1999.Surviving are her husband: Terry; four daughters: Crystal Wingert, Chelsea (Richard) Moore, Cassandra (Johnny Caruso) Whitt and Chaylah Whitt; a son, Christopher Whitt (Sarah Manna); and...
Braden D. Galant
May 18, 2024
Braden Durea Galant, 31, lost his battle to choose life and passed away Saturday following years of battle with addiction. He wouldn't want anyone to be sad. He would want them to know that he finally has found peace and to remember him with health and happiness.Braden was born in Lompoc, Calif., the son of Cherené Benjamin and the late...
Richard Jorkasky
May 1, 2024
Richard Joseph Jorkasky, 95, passed away peacefully on May 1 at the Grand Villa Memory Care Center in New Port Richey, Florida.
He was born in Altoona, son of the late Chester and Lucy (Wojtowicz) Jorkasky. On February 14, 1950, he married Jane Katherine (Glod) at St. Peter and Paul Church in Altoona. After 59 years of marriage, she preceded him...
Raymond J. Potopa II
Apr 30, 2024
Raymond J. Potopa II, 63, of Altoona, died Tuesday at his residence. He was born in Altoona, the son of the late Raymond J. and Margaret O. (Drass) Potopa.Surviving are: one brother, John A. (Linda) Potopa, nieces, Krista Miller and Kimberly Potopa; and best friends, Mary and Frank.He was preceded in death by his sister, Jennifer Marie Potopa.He was a...
Donald 'Donnie' James Rabine
Apr 21, 2024
Donnie, 52, of Altoona, passed away peacefully in his home Sunday, April 21, 2024, surrounded by family. He was born in Altoona, son of the late Donald and Patricia (Malloy) Rabine.Surviving are his siblings: Kathie (Ken) Civils; Patty (Bob) Hopfl; Jean (Randy) Koury; Mary (Dave) Heller; Teresa (Brian) Thomas; Paul (Kathy) Griffith and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded...
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