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Linda Diane Kennedy

Linda Diane Kennedy, 73, of Altoona, passed away Wednesday at home after a courageous battle with cancer. She was born in Altoona, a daughter of the late Robert and Helen (Karle) DeArment. On Oct. 18, 1975, in The Salem United Church, Altoona, she was united in marriage to William “Bill” Kennedy. Along with her husband of 50 years, Bill, she is survived by children: Jennifer Liegey, married to Travis; Robert Kennedy; and William Kennedy Jr.; 14 grandchildren; sisters: Debra Geesey, married to Barry; Susan DeArment; Bobbie Bollinger, married to Tom; Donna Wicks, married to Bruce; ...

Andrew E. Quirin Jr.

Andrew E. Quirin Jr., 83, of Altoona, entered into eternal rest on Nov. 14, 2025, at his home, surrounded by his family. Andrew was born in Altoona to the late Ann (Fronauer) and the late Andrew E. Quirin Sr. In addition to his parents, Andrew was preceded in death by the love of his life, ...

Donna Mae Replogle

Donna Mae Replogle, 71, Altoona, died Thursday. She was born in Altoona, daughter of the late Howard and Erma (Miller) Van Tries. Surviving are her husband, Gary; children, Rachel Eamigh and William Walk; a sister, Carol Claar; stepchildren, Jennifer Benton and Russell Replogle; grand­children: Josie, Eden, Marlie, Lydia, Ellie and Carena; and two great-granddaughters. A private service will be held at the convenience of the family. Interment will be made at Grandview Cemetery. Arrangements are by Mauk & Yates Funeral Home Inc., 719 N. Fourth Ave., Altoona.

Omer H. ‘Blackie’ Black

Omer H. “Blackie” Black, 97, Saxton, died Wednesday. He was the son of the late Forest and Nora (Levelle) Black. He was preceded in death by his wife, Patricia; his daughter, Eugennie Treece; and his siblings. Surviving are his children: Omer Jr., Jodi Crooks and Brad Black; and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Omer served in the U.S. Army from 1946-47 as a Corporal. He enjoyed boating, hunting and fishing — which he did up to his 96th birthday. Omer retired as superintendent of lines for Bedford County in 1986. Services will be private. Arrangements are by Akers Funeral ...

Michael John Galbraith

Michael John Galbraith, 81, formerly of Roaring Spring, went home Tuesday at the Sarah A. Todd Memorial Home in Carlisle. He was born in Cleveland, Ohio, the son of the late Wilbert C. and Anna Mae (Roberts) Galbraith. Michael married April Urbanic on Dec. 21, 1968. He is survived by his ...

Barbara J. Bathie Schmidhamer

Barbara J. Bathie Schmidhamer, 87, of Hollidaysburg, passed away Wednesday. She was born in Pittsburgh, daughter of the late Roy and Violet (Davies) Thomas. She married Frederick Schmidhamer in 1984. He preceded her in death in 1995 after sharing 11 years of marriage. Surviving are two ...