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Altoona, PA Obituaries
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Patrick Clair Greenwood
Dec 21, 2025
Patrick Clair Greenwood, age 72, of Moberly, Missouri passed away peacefully with family by his side on December 21, 2025, at University Hospital in Columbia, Missouri. Pat was born on November 29, 1953, in Altoona, Pennsylvania to Kenneth and Lois (Hamer) Greenwood.
Pat graduated from Altoona High School, Altoona, Pennsylvania in 1971. With some college classes and strong work ethic he...
Clair Allen Runk, Jr.
Jan 14, 2026
Clair Allen Runk, Jr., 88, Altoona, passed away Wednesday at UPMC Altoona.
He was born in Altoona, son of the late Clair Allen, Sr. and Alma (Baker) Runk.
On May 7, 1960, he married Doris J. Guerin in Altoona.
In addition to his loving wife of 65 years, he is survived by three children: Ralph Runk and wife Carla, Lori Wills and husband...
Sharon Lee Dickey
Jan 13, 2026
Sharon Lee Dickey, 75, of Altoona (Juniata), was gently welcomed home early Tuesday morning, to reunite with her beloved family.
Born in Anne Arundel, Maryland, she was the daughter of the late William Riley and Viola Pearl (Freeth) Dickey. Sharon held a special place in the hearts of her family, and she leaves behind her siblings: William R. Dickey Jr. of...
Carl R. Hedberg, Sr.
Jan 10, 2026
Carl R. Hedberg, Sr., 88, of Altoona, peacefully passed away at his home on January 10, 2026. Born in Altoona, he was the son of the late Carl Nils Eric and Helen May (Clabaugh) Hedberg.
On December 7, 1969, Carl married Sharon L. Gorman in Harrisburg, and they celebrated 56 years of marriage. Carl is survived by his devoted wife, Sharon,...
Joyce I. Hillard
Jan 5, 2026
Joyce Ileen Hillard, 81, Altoona, passed away unexpectedly at her home.
She was born in Altoona, the daughter of the late Louise Elvey and Walter Stayer.
She is survived by two sons: Russell Burk of Altoona and Travis (Dawn) Hillard of Fallen Timber; 10 grandchildren; 17 great grandchildren; two great-great grandchildren; and a brother, Richard Stayer.
She was preceded in death by two...
James Robert Dunn
Jan 4, 2026
James Robert Dunn, 41, Altoona, passed away Sunday.
He was born in Altoona, son of Robert Dunn and Bess Mitchell.
On May 24, 2025, he married Ashley Barr.
In addition to his wife, Ashley; and parents; he is survived by a sister, Angela Bongiorno; a brother, Steve Ice; a sister, Maxine Dunn; children: Ashley Dunn, James Dunn and Hailey Dunn; step-children: Adreonna McConnell,...
Brandee Louise Riggleman
Dec 31, 2025
Brandee Louise Riggleman, 48, Bedford, passed away Wednesday at UPMC Presbyterian, Pittsburgh.
She was born in Altoona, daughter of David L. and Constance (Sipes) Ross.
On May 23, 1998, she married Ray P. Riggleman.
In addition to her parents and husband; she is survived by two sons: Quentyn Riggleman (Anastasia) - MP US Army stationed in Fort Myers, VA and Hunter Riggleman (Kylee)...
Robert L. Patterson
Dec 27, 2025
Robert L. Patterson, 79, Duncansville, died Saturday at his home.
He was born in Altoona, son of the late Gerald and Mary (Smith) Patterson.
On July 22, 1991, he married his soulmate, Mary “Patti” (Modico) Patterson, in Manassas, VA. She preceded him in death on December 9, 2021 due to Covid-19.
He is survived by his wonderful twin sister, Roberta Gan of Duncansville...
Anna Mae Carey
Dec 20, 2025
Anna Mae Carey, affectionally known as “Mimi” by her grandchildren, 92, Altoona, passed away Saturday morning at UPMC Altoona.
She was born in Altoona, daughter of the late Lloyd and Thelma (Smeltzer) Gummo.
She married Richard Eugene Carey. He preceded her in death on January 26, 2004.
She is survived by children: Cynthia Belile (Richard) in NY, Cathy Snyder (Jay) of Ocala, FL,...
James E. Korman
Dec 18, 2025
He was born in Altoona, son of the late Edward and Ida (Reffner) Korman.
On March 19, 1960, he married Dorothy (Hollen) Korman at Hollentown Assembly of God.
Surviving are his children: Vonda K. and David J (Amy) Korman; and three grandchildren: Rachel, Erin, and Ryan.
He was preceded in death by seven siblings: George, Edward Jr, Thelma, Margaret, Leslie, and Gene.
He graduated...
Patricia Knorr
Dec 17, 2025
Patricia Knorr, 78, Altoona passed away peacefully Wednesday at UPMC Altoona with her family by her side.
She was born in Altoona, daughter of the late Myrle and Frances (Henchey) Rabenstein.
On September 24, 1966, she married Alfred D. Knorr in Altoona. He preceded her in death on March 12, 2019.
She is survived by her five children: Dana Giger (Cory), Kami Bilek...
Jane Louise Fields
Dec 11, 2025
Jane Louise Fields, 93, Altoona, passed away Thursday at the Hollidaysburg Veteran’s Home.
She was born in Altoona, daughter of the late Elvera Karlson.
On December 21, 1955, she married Fred R. Fields. He preceded her in death on January 17, 2017.
She is survived by two sons: Ronald (Valerie) Fields in Katy, TX and Randy (Hattie) Fields in Sealy, TX; and grandchildren:...
Jeffrey Mark Crawford
Dec 9, 2025
Jeffrey Mark Crawford, age 61, of Verona, PA, formerly of Altoona, passed away on Tuesday at Mount Nittany Medical Center.
He was born in Altoona, the son of Edward “Ted” Crawford and Carol (Hazel) Crawford.
On October 16, 2021, he married the love of his life, Linda Veronica Drusky. Together, they shared 17 years of love and life.
Jeffrey is survived by his...
Marjorie Forsht
Dec 3, 2025
Marjorie Forsht, 93, Altoona, passed away Wednesday at Graystone Manor Bellmeade.
She was born in Altoona, daughter of the late Maurice and Marie (Hafer) Smith. She married Cloyd F. Forsht on May 5, 1951 at Juniata United Methodist Church. He preceded her in death on April 19, 2008.
She is survived by two daughters: Ann Klausing and her husband Bruce in Williamsburg,...
Louella Jane Grazier
Dec 2, 2025
Louella Jane Grazier, 87, Altoona, passed away Tuesday.
She was born in Altoona, daughter of the late Walter Russell and Violet Beatrice (Nail) Wertz.
On September 28, 1955, she married Clarence Edgar Grazier, Jr. He preceded her in death.
Louella is survived by her children: Joseph Grazier, Darlene Grazier, Crystal Grazier (John Koeck), Belinda Aiken (Bob) and Chuck Grazier (Cindy); grandchildren: Lauren Hoover...
Bertha Jean Roccio
Nov 30, 2025
Bertha “Jean” Roccio, 94, Altoona, resident of Garvey Manor Nursing Home, died peacefully on Sunday surrounded by her loving daughters.
She was born in Altoona, daughter of the late Paul and Jennie Mae (Moore) Morrison.
She is survived by her five daughters, Deborah Anderson (Patrick), Mary Welsh (Robert), Roxanne Ernest, Tammy Bowers (Stephen), all of Altoona and Melissa Winter (Curtis) of Denver,...
Lenora Johnson
Nov 28, 2025
Lenora J. “Lennie” Johnson, 87, Altoona, passed away Friday at the Lutheran Home at Hollidaysburg.
She was born in Altoona, daughter of the late Joseph and Lucy (Riccio) Alianiello.
She is survived by a son, Rick Johnson and wife Judy of Altoona; seven grandchildren; and a sister, Joette Wisnieski and husband Bob.
She was preceded in death by a brother, Anthony Alianiello.
Lennie worked...
Julia M. Risbon
Nov 25, 2025
Julia M. “Julie” Risbon, 85, Altoona, passed away late Tuesday evening at Hilltop Healthcare and Rehab.
She was born in Altoona, daughter of the late Sheldon and Dorothy Cora (Sonday) Stewart.
She is survived by a son, Jeffery Risbon of Altoona; Shelda Campbell of Altoona; seven grandchildren; 15 great grandchildren; and siblings: Edward Stewart, Betty Dively and Deborah Baumgartner.
She was preceded in...
Donna Mae Replogle
Nov 20, 2025
Donna Mae Replogle, 71, Altoona, passed away Thursday.
She was born in Altoona, daughter of the late Howard A. and Erma G. (Miller) Van Tries.
On August 6, 1985, she married Gary Clair Replogle in Bellwood.
In addition to her husband, she is survived by a daughter, Rachel Eamigh (Ron) of Altoona; a son, William Walk (Christine) of Altoona; a sister, Carol Claar...
Shawn Ellis
Nov 7, 2025
Shawn Ellis, 62, Altoona, passed away Friday.
He was born in Altoona, son of the late Fred and Sylvia (Marie) Ellis.
He is survived by a daughter, Ciara; a granddaughter, Lexi; and a brother Greg.
He was preceded in death by siblings, Tracy and Wendy.
A memorial service will be held at 11 am on Friday, November 14, 2025 at Faith United Church of...
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