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Robert S. ‘Tyke’ Yocum

Robert S. “Tyke” Yocum, 56, of Altoona, died Wednesday. He was born in Reynoldsdale, son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Stanley Yocum. Tyke is survived by his life partner, Valerie; nine stepchildren; numerous step grandchildren; a brother, Travis; and sister, Tanya. He was preceded in death by his brother, David. Tyke was a graduate of Juniata Valley High School and was a painter by trade. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, being outdoors, especially at Raystown, and was a Philadelphia Eagles fan. There will be no visitation or service. Arrangements by The Stevens Mortuary Inc., 1421 Eighth ...

Nova R. Brubaker

Nova R. Brubaker, 92, of Altoona, formerly of Duncansville and Canan Station, entered her heavenly home early Tuesday afternoon at her residence, with her son by her side. She was born in Cross Keys, Duncansville, the daughter of the late Ord G. and Lista C. (Hoover) Brubaker. On July 9, 1955, in Roaring Spring, she married Harold W. “Jase” Brubaker, who passed away on April 4, 2012. Surviving are her son, Ronald W. of Altoona; numerous nieces, nephews and their extended families; and a very dear and faithful friend, Annette Romani, of Altoona. In addition to her husband and ...

Dona J. Savine

Dona J. Savine, 96, Altoona, passed away Thursday at her residence. She was born in Hollidaysburg, daughter of the late Maylon Andrew and Ilda (Ake) Merritts. She married Henry J. Savine, who preceded her in death on April 21, 2001. She is survived by a daughter, Sally Savine of ...

Janis P. Thompson

Janis P. Thompson, 82, of Roaring Spring, passed away Tuesday at Homewood Living in Martinsburg, finally freed from a long and heartbreaking battle with Alzheimer’s. Born in Roaring Spring to the late Ray and Pearl (Burket) McNally, Janis spent her life defying expectations and carving her ...

Felix Robert Albarano

Felix Robert Albarano, 75, of Duncansville, passed away Monday at his residence. He was born in Lilly, son of the late Ralph J. Sr. and Serena (West) Albarano. He married Sharon Maier in 1992. Surviving are his wife of 34 years; two daughters, Aleyna Albarano and fiance, Roland Massey, and ...

Nova R. Brubaker

Nova R. Brubaker , 92, of Altoona, formerly of Duncansville and Canan Station, passed away early Tuesday afternoon, March 10, 2026, at her residence. Arrangements are by Fink & Stone Funeral Home and Cremation Services Inc., Martinsburg. A complete obituary will appear in Thursday’s Mirror.