Hilda “Rosie” Balestino, 101, of Altoona, entered into eternal rest on Tuesday surrounded by her family in Pittsburgh. Hilda was born in Altoona, to the late Rosina (Musto) and Michael Sinisi. In addition to her parents, Hilda was preceded in death by her loving husband, Angelo Balestino, ...

James S. Frederick, 78, of Roaring Spring, died Wednesday, May 6, 2026, at Bedford Colonial Courtyard. Arrangements are by Fink & Stone Funeral Home and Cremation Services Inc., Woodbury. A complete obituary will appear in the Mirror at a later date.

Dennis Michael “Mike” Hoover, 80, of Sinking Valley, died Wednesday. He was the son of the late Charles F. and Margaret (Hustak) Hoover. On April 3, 1971, he married Carol M. Hileman, who survives. Also surviving are sons: Scott (Sharon) Hoover, Eric (Kristen) Hoover and Shawn Hoover; a ...

Joseph Thomas “Joe” Metzgar, 82, of Altoona, passed away Monday morning at his residence. He was born in Altoona, the son of the late Joseph Thomas Sr. and Willette (Eckenrode) Metzgar. Joe married Camille C. Kulikowski on June 23, 1973. She preceded him in death on Nov. 12, 2024. He is ...