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Altoona, PA Obituaries
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Herbert E. Detrich
May 1, 2026
Herbert E. “Herb” Detrich, aged 78, of Altoona, peacefully passed away at his home, surrounded by his family, on Friday, embraced by his faith and love for his Lord and Savior.
He was born in Altoona, son of the late Herb and Agnus (Boyles) Detrich.
On October 21, 1967, he married Deborah “Debbie” L. Baker.
In addition to his loving wife of 58...
Phyllis M. Woodring
Apr 23, 2026
Phyllis Pfahler Woodring, also known as Nana, formally of Juniata, passed away Thursday, April 23rd.
She was born in Altoona, daughter of the late Philip and Rose Cipriano Sanchez.
She married David Woodring, July 1st 1963 in Winchester, VA. He preceded her in death on October 4, 2015.
Also preceding her in death was her daughter, Kim Woodring Snyder on May 21st, 2008.
Surviving...
Doris Inez Holt
Apr 17, 2026
Doris Inez Holt, 86, Altoona, passed away Friday at UPMC Presbyterian, Pittsburgh.
She was born in Cleburn, TX, daughter of the late John D. Sain and Lois O’Davis.
She is survived by children: Dana Maddox of TN, Barton Maddox and wife Silvia of Altoona and Thomas Maddox in TN; step-son, Glenn Stanley and wife Angelea in TX; siblings: William Perry Moore in...
Mary Carmella Carnell
Apr 17, 2026
Mary Carmella (Misciagna) Carnell, 100, of Altoona, passed away peacefully on Friday, April 17. 2026, at UPMC-Altoona.
Born on July 10, 1925, in Altoona, Mary was the daughter of Gennaro and Josephine (Matino) Misciagna. On August 11, 1945, she married the love of her life, Donald E. Carnell, Sr., at Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Juniata. Together, Mary and Don were...
Edward G. Schorner
Apr 16, 2026
Edward G. Schorner, 71, Altoona, went home to meet his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Thursday, April 16, surrounded by his loving family-after a brief illness. He was born in Altoona, son of Ethel (Rigg) and Adam Schorner. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Diane Grimminger.
Ed is lovingly remembered by his...
Vernetta Evamae Lego
Apr 13, 2026
Vernetta Evamae Lego, 93, Altoona, passed away Monday evening.
She was born in Altoona, daughter of the late Chalmer and Martha (Thomishisky) Kline.
She married Harold Hamilton Lego. He preceded her in death on March 13, 2001.
Vernetta is survived by two sons: Ronald E. Lego, Sr. and wife Shelley of Lock Haven and Richard A. Lego in Florida; grandchildren: Jennifer Shelper, Ronald...
Sharon A. Shoenfelt
Apr 10, 2026
Sharon A. Shoenfelt, 78, of Altoona, passed away Friday at Winchester Health & Rehabilitation Center. She was born in Altoona, the daughter of the late Carl E. McManamy and Mary E. (Haas) McManamy.
She married Ronald E. Shoenfelt, with whom she shared 57 years of marriage until his passing in 2025. Their life was defined by deep love, devotion, and an...
Kathy E. Hunter
Apr 9, 2026
Kathy E. Hunter, 76, Mechanicsburg, passed away Thursday at her home.
She was born March 14, 1950, in Altoona, daughter of the late William H., II and Kathryn V. (David) Hunter.
Surviving is a daughter, Machelle (Yingling) Schraeder and husband Doug, of Mechanicsburg; a son, David Michael Yingling and wife Diane, of Boalsburg; and a daughter Jennifer K. Lynn, of Mechanicsburg; grandchildren:...
Patricia T. Finochio
Apr 9, 2026
Patricia T. Finochio, 71, of Altoona, died Thursday at her home after an extended illness.
She was born in Altoona, daughter of the late Clair A. and Artie Lou (Moore) Boslet.
On September 2, 1972, she married Robert O. Finochio.
She is survived by her beloved husband, Robert O. Finochio; two sons: Robert Finochio, Jr. and wife, Jen of Altoona and Michael A....
Catherine Marie Laich
Mar 30, 2026
Catherine Marie Laich, 98, Altoona, passed away Monday at her home.
She was born in East Freedom, daughter of the late Roy Charles and Jane Carlotta (Ott) Weyandt.
On November 18, 1949, she married Lynn Earl Laich in Winchester, VA. He preceded her in death on June 11, 2015.
She is survived by five children: Diana (Allen) Everhart, Lisa Smearman, Barbara (Rick) Cole-Cahill,...
Marjorie Ann Krise
Mar 20, 2026
Marjorie Ann Krise, 91, Altoona, passed away Friday at Hilltop Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center.
She was born in Tyrone, daughter of the late Marion H. and Blanche R. (Watson) Hampton.
On August 28, 1954, she married Walter K. Krise in Winchester, VA. Together they shared 46 years of marriage. He preceded her in death on July 8, 1995.
She is survived by two...
Robert Grover Mountain
Mar 18, 2026
Robert Grover Mountain, 70, Altoona, passed away Wednesday at his home.
He was born in Altoona, son of the late Robert Cloyd and Betty Jean (Cramer) Mountain.
He married Tanta Lee Mountain; she preceded him in death.
He is survived by seven children, numerous loving grandchildren and greatgrandchildren and six siblings.
He was preceded in death by a son, Aaron Mountain and a brother,...
Margaret L. Fields
Mar 16, 2026
Margaret L. “Peggy” Fields, 97, Altoona, passed away Monday.
She was born in Altoona, daughter of the late John Wilson and Leona L. (Schwartz) Stoner.
She married Charles L. Fields, Jr. He preceded her in death.
She is survived by a daughter, Linda K. Kirk and husband Millard of Apopka, FL; a granddaughter, Sondra K. O’Steen and husband Thomas of Jacksonville, FL; a...
Kevin Emil Ocker
Mar 11, 2026
Kevin Emil Ocker, 72, Altoona, died Wednesday at his home after an extended illness.
He was born in Altoona, son of the late Thomas and Marcella (Clouser) Ocker.
On February 19, 1977 he married Sondra Forney at Church of God in Lakemont. Together they shared 49 years of marriage.
He is survived by daughters: Stacey (Ocker) Giordano and husband John of Altoona; Kendra...
Audrey J Peterman
Mar 5, 2026
It is with sadness that the family announces that Audrey June (Perry) Peterman, a lifelong resident of Altoona, died on Thursday, March 5, 2026, at the Presbyterian Village, Hollidaysburg, Pennsylvania after courageously battling Alzheimer’s disease. She was 96 years of age. Heaven certainly welcomed an angel, and as Audrey passed through the gates, she distributed her famous chocolate...
Jean M Burris
Mar 4, 2026
Jean M. Burris, 66, Altoona, died Wednesday evening, March 4, 2026, at UPMC-Altoona following an extended illness.
She was born August 12, 1959, in Altoona, a daughter of the late Llewellyn A. Williams and Dora M. (Decker) Williams.
Surviving is a daughter Cassidy Garay and husband Luis Monet Olmeda, of Altoona, two granddaughters; Adalyn Monet-Garay and Camila Monet-Garay, twin sister Joan M...
Sydney Sue Packard
Mar 2, 2026
Sydney Sue Packard, 70, Altoona, passed away Monday at UPMC Altoona.
She was born in Altoona, daughter of the late Harold and Jacqueline (Schroeder) Packard.
She is survived by a son, Stephen Justice in New York; a daughter, Melissa Ruberto (Jacob) in Florida; grandchildren: Jax and Davis Ruberto; and siblings: Harold Packard, Jr., Pam Glass and Lee Packard.
She was preceded in death...
Elmer Gorden Little, Jr.
Feb 23, 2026
Elmer Gorden Little, Jr., 80, Altoona, passed away Monday.
He was born in Tyrone, son of the late Elmer G. and Rose (Stack) Little.
On June 11, 1965, he married Edna LaRue Miller.
He is survived by his children: Misty Lynn Little Weyandt (Doug Sparkman) of Hollidaysburg, Holly Burick (Tom) of Duncansville and James William Little (Brittani) of Roaring Spring; grandchildren: Paul, Jr....
Judith L. Ortmyer
Feb 21, 2026
Judith L. Ortmyer, 86, Altoona, passed away Saturday at Garvey Manor Nursing Home.
She was born in Shamokin Dam, PA, daughter of the late Benton and Eleanor (Slear) Anderson.
She married Robert E. Ortmyer who preceded her in death.
She is survived by a daughter, Lisa Hardic and husband TR in Altoona; a son, Bob Ortmyer and wife Toby in Vermont; grandchildren: Nate...
Joseph Weston Graffius
Feb 11, 2026
Joseph Weston Graffius, 89, Altoona, resident of Presbyterian Village at Hollidaysburg, passed away Wednesday.
He was born in Altoona, son of the late Homer B. and Myrtle R. (Stoner) Graffius.
He was a 1954 graduate of Altoona High School and where he spent his growing up years surrounded by many friends.
After completing jump school at Fort Campell, KY, Weston served with the...
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