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Jerry A. Wilkins

Jerry A. Wilkins, 60, of Altoona, passed away Sunday at his residence, surrounded by his family, after an extended illness. He was born in Conoga Park, Calif., son of the late Robert A. and Virginia L. (Jones) Wilkins. On July 31, 2011, he married Janis M. (Kokoruda) in Altoona. She passed away on May 11, 2023. He was also preceded in death by a son, Shawn Noel; and two sisters, Donna Slowik and Elaine Wilkins. Surviving are two daughters, Amanda and Beth Noel; three sons: John and Michael Noel and Jerry A. Wilkins Jr.; two sisters, Wanda and Rebecca; a brother, Daniel James; and ...

Leanore I. Claar

Leanore I. Claar, 99, East Freedom, passed away Friday, Oct. 16, 2026, at her residence. Friends will be received from 3 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 22, 2026, at Smith Corner Church, 1955 Johnstown Road, East Freedom. A complete obituary will appear in the Mirror at a later date. Arrangements are by Harry E. Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Services Inc.

John F. Cuzzolina Jr.

John F. Cuzzolina Jr., 83, of Altoona, passed away peacefully on Oct. 10, 2026, after spending his final weeks surrounded by the love of his family. Born in Altoona, he was the son of John F. Cuzzolina Sr. and Mary A. (Robertazzi) Cuzzolina. John was preceded in death by his beloved wife, ...

Mary E. Dennis

Mary E. Dennis, 70, Altoona, died Wednesday at UPMC Altoona. She was born in Clarion, daughter of the late Willard and Ann (Hamilton) McCollough. Surviving are a son, Richard; a daughter, Angela; a brother, Willard; sisters, Alice, Marjorie and Amy; five grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. At Mary’s request, there will be no funeral service. Arrangements are by The Stevens Mortuary Inc., Altoona.

Wilfred P. ‘Bill’ Grubb

Wilfred P. “Bill” Grubb, 93, Martinsburg, passed away Friday at the Village at Morrisons Cove. He was born in Roaring Spring, son of the late Jacob Curtis Sr. and Elda Mae (Lynn) Grubb. On Dec. 24, 1952, he married Carolyn (Miller) Grubb in Martinsburg, who survives. In addition to his ...

Patty A. Hale

Patty A. Hale, 86, Altoona, died Saturday, Oct. 17, 2026, at Hilltop Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center. A complete obituary will appear in the Mirror at a later date. Arrangements are by Anthony P. Scaglione Funeral Home, 1908 Seventh Ave., Altoona.