Obituaries
Altoona, PA Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Altoona, Blair County, PA & Surrounding Areas
Jo Anne Fletcher
Jan 17, 2025
Jo Ann Fletcher, 79, Altoona, passed away Friday at UPMC Altoona.
She was born in Huntingdon, daughter of the late William Raymond and Charlotte Mae (Erb) Fletcher.
On August 31, 2019, she married David Schumacher.
She is survived by three daughters: Brenda Yarnell of Duncansville, Sandy Watters (Robert) of Altoona and Barbara Pfiester (Terry) of Paris, TX; grandchildren: Nicole, Zachary, Ashley, Robbie and...
Joyce M. Romine
Jan 17, 2025
Joyce M. Romine, 64, of Altoona passed away unexpectedly on January 17th, 2025 at UPMC Altoona. She was born on May 2nd, 1960, a daughter of the late George and Nancy Blyler.
She is preceded in death by her husband Mark Romine and sister Susan Walter.
She is survived by her three children, Mark (Kelly) Romine, Josh (Colleen) Romine and Casey (Cody)...
Linda Cathleen Porter Cummings
Jan 17, 2025
Linda Cathleen Porter Cummings, 77, Altoona, passed away Friday at her home.
She was born in Altoona, daughter of the late Lee C. and Betty L. (Hall) Porter.
She is survived by a daughter, Laurie Scholl of Fayette City; two grandsons: Ryan Treadwell (Sarah) and Brennan Treadwell (Paige); two granddaughters: Caelan Scholl (fiancé, Steven) and Eryn Scholl; great grandchildren: Hudson, Callaghan, Kristopher,...
Benjamin H. Frye Jr.
Jan 12, 2025
Benjamin H. Frye Jr. (Ben), Age 76, passed away on January 12th, 2025, in Vero Beach, Florida, formerly of Hollidaysburg.
Ben was born in Altoona, Pennsylvania to Benjamin H. Frye Sr. and Dolores Diehl.
Ben served in the United States Marines from 1966-1970 where his last rank was Sergeant. He was a veteran of the Vietnam War where he received the Navy...
Linda Jane Neff
Jan 9, 2025
Linda Jane Neff, 83, Hollidaysburg, passed away Thursday at her home.
She was born in Altoona, a daughter of the late Robert and Ruthella (Hauser) John.
On November 25, 1957, she married Jack Norman Neff in Winchester, VA. He preceded her in death on April 12, 2024.
She is survived by four children: David J. Neff of Hollidaysburg, PA, Matthew J. Neff (Tricia)...
Norma Lorraine Knouse
Jan 8, 2025
Norma Lorraine Knouse, 94, Altoona, went home to be with the Lord Wednesday evening at the Presbyterian Village in Hollidaysburg.
She was born in Altoona, daughter of the late Charles L. and Nellie M. (Wray) Gunsalus.
On June 5, 1953, she married Sheldon D. Knouse at Calvary Baptist Church in Altoona. He preceded her in death on April 7, 2022. They celebrated...
Carol Lee Patterson
Jan 8, 2025
Carol Lee Patterson, 86, Altoona, passed away peacefully on Wednesday at Maybrook Hills Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center.
She was born in Altoona, daughter of the late William G. and Lilith Faye (Dedea) Hutchison.
In 1958, she married James “Dan” Patterson. They parted in 1980.
She is survived by a son, David Patterson (Linda); a daughter, Carol Patterson Fedeli (Ray); a grandson, Luke Patterson;...
Doris Jane Epple
Jan 8, 2025
Doris Jane Epple, 95, Altoona, passed away Wednesday.
She was born in Altoona, daughter of the late Russell and Margaret (Wilson) Boyles.
On April 25, 1953, she married George J. Epple in Altoona. He preceded her in death on September 11, 2001.
She is survived by three children: Susan B. Drenning (Michael) of State College, Gregory J. Epple (Carole) of Altoona and Lisa...
Nancy M. Stout
Jan 3, 2025
Nancy M. Stout, 98, Altoona, passed away Friday evening at the Lutheran Home at Hollidaysburg.
She was born in Altoona, daughter of the late Russel T. and Margaret W. (Beals) Grove.
On May 15, 1946, she married Robert R. Stout. He preceded her in death on March 22, 2002.
She is survived by two sons: Robert P. and Franklin R., both of Altoona;...
William H. Garman
Jan 2, 2025
William H. Garman, 87, Altoona, passed away Thursday.
He was born in Calvin, PA, son of the late Jessie and Layla Garman.
He married Sondra Steel. She preceded him in death in April of 1990.
He is survived by special friend, Marcella Armstrong; two sons: William R. and Scott Allen; and a sister, Jean.
Bill retired in 2005 as a night manager from Coca-Cola....
Clara D. Hite
Dec 25, 2024
Clara D. (LaMorte) Hite, 92, passed away early Wednesday morning.
She was born in Altoona, the daughter of the late John G. and Grace (Finocho) LaMorte.
On January 21, 1956, she married William A. Hite, who preceded her in death on December 1, 1997.
Together they had two children, Kevin l. (Jeanne) and Kathryn Hileman (Scott). They were blessed with three grandchildren, Andrew...
Ashley Nicole Anderson
Dec 24, 2024
Ashley Nicole Anderson, 36, Altoona, passed away Tuesday at her home.
She was born in Altoona, daughter of Shawn and Ann (Friedenberger) Anderson.
She is survived by her mother, Ann; and two children: Savannah Winters and Preston Meyers.
A private service will be held at the convenience of the family. Arrangements are by Mauk & Yates Funeral Home, Inc.
Darlene Mae (Houck) Blontz Smeak
Dec 21, 2024
Darlene Mae (Houck) Blontz Smeak, 83, Altoona, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, December 21, 2024.
She was born in Altoona, daughter of the late Melvin and Roma (Gormont) Houck.
She was twice married. First to Russell Blontz on June 20, 1959. He preceded her in death on February 8, 2004. She then married her second love, Roger Smeak...
Bonnie Kay Weierick
Dec 17, 2024
Bonnie Kay Weierick, 64, Altoona, passed away Tuesday at her home.
She was born in Altoona, daughter of the late Ronald and Florence (Christman) Vipond.
She married Wayne Weierick. He preceded her in death in 2007.
She is survived by a daughter, Melinda Shore (Michael) of Charles Town, WV; a son, Travis Weierick of Altoona; grandchildren: Barrett Hicks, Kamden, Haidyn and Ethan Sipes;...
Frederick M Teigler
Dec 17, 2024
Frederick M Teigler, 73, Altoona, passed away Tuesday at his home.
He was born in Buffalo, son of the late Frederick A. and Mildred P. (Priest) Teigler. On September 1, 1973, he married Marie E. Kovalcik in Morristown, NJ. She preceded him in death on December 21, 2005.
Fred is survived by two children: Sarah E. Teigler in White Oak and Jeffrey...
James A. Worthy
Dec 13, 2024
James A. Worthy, 65, Altoona, passed away Friday at his home.
He was born in Altoona, son of Elwood and Joanna (Rupert) Worthy.
In addition to his parents, he is survived by a brother, Thomas. He will be deeply missed by many, especially his good friend, Pete.
James enjoyed playing chess, the piano and guitar. He was an avid reader and took tai-chi...
Carl G. Ehgartner
Dec 12, 2024
Carl G. Ehgartner, 94, Altoona, passed away Thursday at Westminster Woods at Huntingdon.
He was born in Altoona, son of the late Karl and Maria Ehgartner. On December 18, 1948, he married June S. Hamler in Cumberland, MD. She preceded him in death on June 2, 2020.
He is survived by two sons: Dr. Timothy Ehgartner of Huntingdon and Dr. Greg Ehgartner...
George W. Heaton
Dec 10, 2024
George W. Heaton, 87, Altoona, passed away Tuesday.
He was born in Altoona, son of the late George F. and Lillian P. (Kelly) Heaton.
On June 1, 1957, he married Phyllis R. Todd in New York State.
In addition to his wife Phyllis, of 67 years, he is survived by two daughters: Charlotte Douglas of Tampa, FL and Carolyn Miller (Michael) of Kennett...
Paul L Hetrick
Dec 9, 2024
Paul L Hetrick, 86, Altoona, passed away Monday evening at his home surrounded by his family.
He was born in Emporium, PA, son of the late Roy and Mary (Coon) Hetrick.
On March 13, 1971, he married Linda L Henry in Altoona.
In addition to his wife Linda, of 53 years, he is survived by four children: Christian Brumbaugh in CA, Stephen (Deborah)...
Deborah A. Himes
Nov 30, 2024
Deborah A. Skipper Himes, 74, Altoona, passed away Saturday at Maybrook Hills Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center.
She was born in Altoona, daughter of the late Wilmer S. and Joan M. (Trostle) Skipper.
She is survived by a daughter, Carrie Rowles; numerous grandchildren; a sister, Carol Phelan of Altoona; a brother, Jamie Skipper and wife Renee of Hollidaysburg; brother-in-law, Allen Phelan, Sr.; nephews:...