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Terrence L. Koch

Terrence L. “Terry” Koch, 67, Altoona, died early Friday morning at UPMC Altoona after an extended illness. He was born in Altoona, son of the late Richard W. and Martavene H. (Johnsonbaugh) Koch. Surviving is a niece, Attorney Traci L. Naugle of Altoona; and numerous extended family members. Terry was preceded in death by his sister, Lucinda L. “Cindie” Naugle onDec. 23, 2019. He was a 1977 graduate of Altoona Area High School and a 1992 graduate of Penn State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in elementary education followed by a master’s degree in ...

Helen J. Shannon

Helen J. (Walker) Shannon, 92, Logan Township, passed away Friday evening, Aug. 7, 2026, at her residence, surrounded by her family. Friends will be received from 4 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 11, 2026, at Stanley J. Krish Funeral Home Inc., 1204 17th St., Altoona. A complete obituary will appear in Tuesday’s Mirror.

Anthony D. ‘Tony’ Sinisi

Anthony D. “Tony” Sinisi, 88, Hollidaysburg, passed away Thursday at Presbyterian Home in Hollidaysburg. He was born at Mercy Hospital in Altoona, son of the late Pasquale “Patsy” and Mary Carmela “Carmel” (Sinisi) Sinisi. On March 20, 1975, he married Nancy S. Green in ...

Evelyn L. (Nofsker) Smith

Evelyn L. (Nofsker) Smith, 88, Hollidaysburg, died Wednesday. She was the daughter of Samuel Nofsker and Helen (Wysong) Nofsker Stiffler. On May 23, 1959, she married James Smith, who preceded her in death. Surviving are two brothers, Raymond Stiffler and Carl Stiffler; four nieces: Robin, Teresa, Anna Marie and Amanda; and a nephew, Christopher. All services are private at Sorge Funeral Home & Crematory Inc.

Dr. Francis J. Fochler

Dr. Francis J. Fochler, 94, Hollidaysburg, formerly of Altoona, peacefully passed away Friday morning, Aug. 7, 2026, at Garvey Manor Nursing Home. A complete obituary will appear in Tuesday’s Mirror. Arrangements are by The Stevens Mortuary Inc., 1421 Eighth Ave., Altoona.

John M. Hazlett

John M. Hazlett, 90, Altoona, peacefully departed this life on Thursday to be reunited with his Lord and Savior. Born in Johns­town, he was the cherished son of the late Paul and Pearl (Ritchey) Hazlett. In February of 1960, John united in marriage with Alma Darlene Grove, sharing 66 years of love and companionship. She preceded him in death on May 29, 2026. He is lovingly remembered by his son, Jeff Hazlett and his wife, Jackie, of Altoona. His legacy also lives on through numerous devoted grandchildren and great-grandchildren who hold him close in their hearts. He is also survived ...