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Kenneth H. Moran

Kenneth H. Moran, 36, of Altoona, passed away Sunday at his residence. He was born in Altoona, the son of Earnest Moran and Joan Johnson. Ken is survived by his parents; a daughter, Tatum Moran of Altoona; a brother, Travis Wilson of Altoona; and sisters, Barbara Maulding in Illinois and Jessica Seifelnasr in Maryland. He worked in construction and enjoyed playing video games, taking walks, camping, going to the movies and spending time with his family. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Arrangements are by The Stevens Mortuary Inc., 1421 Eighth Ave., Altoona.

Christopher Michael Musselman

Christopher Michael Musselman, 41, of rural Roaring Spring, died Saturday. He was born in Altoona, a son of Charles and the late June (Ake) Musselman. Surviving are his father; brother, Brandon; sister, Stephanie Nicole, and her children; and grandmother, Phyllis. Chris loved music, nature, reading, writing and mythology. He enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. Friends will be received from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 18, 2025, at Fink & Stone Funeral Home and Cremation Services Inc., Martinsburg. A time of sharing will begin at 7 p.m.

Dolores ‘Dolly’ Stiver

Dolores “Dolly” Stiver, 94, of Altoona, passed away Friday at Maybrook Hills Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center. She was born in Altoona, a daughter of the late Martin Francis and Nellie Helene (Roebuck) Novack. She was united in marriage to Carl E. Stiver, who preceded her in death on ...

Joseph V. Tittle

Joseph V. Tittle, 87, of Hollidaysburg, died Monday. He was born in East Stroudsburg, a son of the late Joseph and Edna (Hubler) Tittle. He was preceded in death by his wife, Judith; and a sister, Joanna Reynolds. Surviving are children: Karen Rhodes, Kathy Hann, Joseph Tittle, Kelly Edmiston and Michelle Stevens; several grandchildren; and a brother, Jackie. Joseph was a U.S. Navy veteran. Friends will be received from 4 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 18, 2025, at Timothy A. Berkebile Funeral Home, Bedford; and from 10 until the 11 a.m. service Friday, Sept. 19, 2025, in the chapel of the ...

Alice A. Chappell

Alice A. Chappell, 95, of Blue Knob, passed away Saturday, Sept. 13, 2025, at home. She was born April 15, 1930, in Claysburg, daughter of the late Herbert R. and Ada M. (Dively) Walter. On Jan. 7, 1950, in Claysburg, she married Harry H. Chappell. He preceded her in death on April 29, 1994. Surviving is a son, Harry H. Chappell Jr. of Hollidaysburg; a daughter, Peggy Sue Chappell of Blue Knob; and a grandson, Kevin H. Chappell of Hollidaysburg. She was preceded in death by seven brothers and sisters. Alice was a member of Lighthouse Baptist Church, Claysburg. She was a homemaker and ...

Catherine K. ‘Kathy’ Garland

Catherine K. “Kathy” Garland, 96, of Tyrone, entered into eternal rest on Friday, Sept. 12, 2025, surrounded by her family at Graystone Manor. Catherine was born on Aug. 11, 1929, in Prescot, England, to the late Mary (Preston) Box and William Box. Kathy is survived by her loving daughters, Janice (Mark) Endress of Bellwood and Krista (Bob) Peles of Starford; her grandchildren: David (Heather) Endress, Sheri (Ricky) Noonan, Emily Peles, Noah Peles, Leeah Peles, Allison Peles, Christopher (Jennifer) Garland, Ryan (Tarrah) Garland and Megan Garland; 14 great-grandchildren; and 1 ...