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Richard P. Conte Sr.

Richard P. Conte Sr., 78, of Altoona, unexpectedly passed away Saturday, March 8, 2025, at home, where he wanted to be, surrounded by family. He was born in Altoona, son of the late John B. and Susan M. (Nardelli) Conte. Surviving is his loving wife of 56 years, Sharon M. Conte; his son, ...

Brad A. Floyd

Brad A. Floyd, 42, of Altoona, died unexpectedly Monday evening. He was born in Altoona, a son of Kim Shank and Larry Floyd. Surviving are his beloved wife, Heather Floyd; three children: daughter, Karma Floyd of Altoona; son, Arlo Floyd of Altoona; and daughter, Willow Floyd of Altoona; and ...

Corena S. Kagarise

Corena S. Kagarise, 96, of Martinsburg, passed away Thursday, Dec. 5, 2024, at Homewood at Martinsburg. She was born in Williamsburg, the daughter of D. Raymond Sollenberger and Orpha (Holsinger) Sollenberger. She was a graduate of Williamsburg High School and a 1950 graduate of Juniata ...

Cheryl Lauer

Cheryl Lauer, known best as mom or “Grammy” to her grandchildren, passed away peacefully at home Tuesday. She was born in the Juniata section of Altoona to Morton and Patricia Bartek. Cheryl lived a life rooted in love and family. Her lifelong belief that “If I want something done right, ...

Norman T. Lynn Jr.

Norman T. Lynn Jr., 79, of Duncansville, passed away Wednesday at home. He was born in Roaring Spring, son of the late Norman Sr. and Loretta (Dixon) Lynn. He married Jane DeMoss in 1966. Surviving are his wife, Jane; a daughter, Holly Merritts (Justin); three sons: Bryan (Jennifer), Scott ...

Thomas A. ‘Pork’ O’Connor

Thomas A. “Pork” O’Connor, 82, of Hollidaysburg, peacefully passed away Wednesday morning at The Village of Morrisons Cove, Martinsburg. He was born in Altoona, son of the late Cyril R. and Catherine (Murphy) O’Connor. In 1965, he married Marylee Everhart. He is lovingly remembered ...