Alice E. Lawrence, 96, of Altoona, passed away Oct. 25, 2024. A memorial service will be held at 9 a.m. Saturday, July 26, 2025, at Mount Zion Missionary Baptist Church, 2121 Fifth Ave., Altoona. All family and friends are invited to gather in remembrance and to share their cherished memories ...
Jeffrey Lynn Oblinger, 64, Altoona, passed away unexpectedly Saturday. Born in Altoona, Jeffrey was the beloved son of the late Robert and Carrie “Peg” (Holsinger) Oblinger. He found his soul mate in Lisa Renae Kane, and they were united in marriage on Oct. 24, 1981. Their bond of 43 ...
Carmen V. Schwartz, 99, Duncansville, died Sunday at home. She was born in Altoona, daughter of the late Furman David “Fred” and Pauline (Johnson) Hamler. She married Melvin C. Schwartz on Feb. 9, 1946, in Altoona. He preceded her in death on Oct. 16, 2009. Surviving are three sons: ...
A beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, coach and friend, Wayne R. Geis, affectionately known as “Buddy,” passed away peacefully July 2, 2025. Born in Altoona, Buddy’s life was marked by passion, purpose and a deep connection with those around him. Buddy’s career as a ...
Syvilla C. Gerlesky, 87, Carrolltown, died Thursday. She was born in Carrolltown, daughter of Leo and Edna (Snyder) Luther. Surviving are her children: Christine, Thomas, Tammy and Theodore; and many grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Frank; a son, Timothy; a grandson, Cody; and a sister, Hazel. Friends will be received from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, July 16, 2025, at Stevens Funeral Home Inc., Carrolltown, and from 9 until the 10 a.m. funeral Mass Thursday, July 17, 2025, in the Boniface Wimmer Room at St. Benedict Church, Carrolltown.
Donald F. Graham Jr., 77, Altoona, died Tuesday. He was born in Altoona, son of the late Donald Sr. and Mary Ann (Steinbauer). He was married to the late Gloria Irene (Helsel). Surviving are two children, David and Christine; and three grandchildren. He served in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam War. At Donald’s request, there will be no services held. Arrangements are by The Good Funeral Home Inc. and Alto-Reste Park, Altoona.
