Carmela Marie “Carmel” Hicks, 85, Altoona, passed away Wednesday at UPMC Altoona. She was born in Altoona, daughter of the late Oliver M. and Ann Marie (Cenari) Grassi. She is survived by two sons, Jesse T. Hicks and James F. (Beverly) Hicks, both of Altoona; a niece, Candace Stitt; and ...
Gary L. Bechtel, 78, of Martinsburg, passed away Saturday, July 25, 2026, at the Village at Morrisons Cove. Arrangements are by Fink & Stone Funeral Home and Cremation Services Inc., Martinsburg. A complete obituary will appear in the Mirror at a later date.
Siglinde G. “Linda” Brantner, 86, of Williamsburg, died Sunday. She was born in Heidelberg, Germany, a daughter of the late Christian and Barbara Klingmann. Her husband, Thomas, preceded her in death. She is survived by children: Martina Douglas, Doreen Edwards and Patrick Brantner; and several grandchildren. Friends will be received from 4 until the 7 p.m. service Thursday, July 30, 2026, at Grace Pointe Community Church, 815 Yellow Springs Drive, Williamsburg. Arrangements are by Fink & Stone Funeral Home and Cremation Services Inc., Williamsburg.
Cora Joanne Hileman, 85, of Williamsburg, passed away early Saturday at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was one of 12 children born in Hollidaysburg to the late Harold and Dessa (Garman) Neely. On March 9, 1963, in Winchester, Va., she married Kenneth Hileman Sr. In addition ...
Margaret “Peggy” Lantzer, 78, of Tyrone, passed away peacefully at her home on Thursday. Born in Altoona, she was the daughter of the late Joseph W. and Gertrude Ann (Hepburn) Lantzer. Surviving are her brother, Thomas Lantzer; her nieces, Melissa Lantzer Burks and Jennifer Lantzer; her great-nephew, Drew Burks; and many dear friends. Peggy dedicated much of her career to serving others as Director of Mental Health at the Altoona Hospital. In accordance with Peggy’s wishes, there will be no public services. Arrangements are entrusted to Mauk & Yates Funeral Home Inc., 719 N. Fourth ...
Jeffery Lynn Miller, 68, of Bellwood, passed away Sunday. He was born in Tyrone, a son of the late Jerry and Mardell (Waite) Miller. He was married to Wendy Claar, who survives. Also surviving are three sons: Jason Miller, Eric (Joscelyn) Miller and Dustin Miller; five grandchildren: Peyton M., Mason M., Avaleigh M., Granger M. and Maizie M.; and a brother, John Miller. Jeff was an avid Pittsburgh sports fan and enjoyed watching the Steelers, Penguins and Pirates. He also liked racing, hunting and cruising. He loved spending time with his grandchildren and watching their various ...
