John Andre Lechene, 70, Patton, passed away Wednesday at UPMC Altoona, after complications of battling several serious illnesses for the last six years. He was born in Warren, Mich., the son of Leo and Rose Marie (Hoste) Lechene. John was preceded in death by his parents; and a brother, Mark ...

Susan Holly O’Connor, 65, Altoona, passed away Wednesday, April 15, 2026, at home surrounded by family after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. She was born in Altoona, a daughter of the late Boyd and Jolene (Dewald) Clapper. Susan is survived by her loving husband, Terrence; two ...

Julia A. Wright, 77, of Portage, passed away peacefully into Jesus’ waiting arms on Wednesday. She was born in Pittsburgh to the late Frank and Antoinette (Lollo) Kuzma. She married Ernest A. Wright Sr. on Jan. 10, 1969. He preceded her in death on May 25, 1991. In addition to her parents ...

Joyce Ann Crider, 87, of Altoona, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Tuesday evening at UPMC Altoona. She was born in Lakewood, N.J., daughter of the late Ralph S. and Mabel S. (Gibbs) Marks. Joyce married John R. Crider Sr. on Nov. 15, 1969. He preceded her in death on April 20, 2008. She ...