Ina Denise (Hopkins) Ortiz, 69, of Altoona, passed away peacefully Wednesday evening at her residence after a courageous battle with lung cancer. She was born in Oneonta, N.Y., the daughter of the late Irving and Ingaborg (Sakshaug) Hopkins. Ina is survived by her loving husband, Edwin ...

Georgianna N. Wike, 72, of Altoona, passed away Thursday after an extended illness. She was born in Altoona, daughter of the late Norman H. and Myrtle M. Echard. Surviving are a sister-in-law, Faye; an aunt, Audrey; a nephew; three nieces; and several cousins. She is also survived by her ...

Paul R. “Butch-ie-er” “Paulsy” Cihan, 78, Patton, passed away Sunday at Haida Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center. He was born in Spangler, the son of Raymond “Rum” and Mary Eleanor (Long) Cihan. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by maternal grandparents, Irvin ...

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Mary B. (Mock) Kopilchak, who passed away peacefully after a brief illness. Mary was born in Port Matilda, daughter of the late James and Thelma Fink. In 1954, she married Glen Mock and together they welcomed six children. As a ...