Merle J. Grimes, 90, Dysart, passed away peacefully Friday at his residence surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Dysart, son of the late John and Orvetta (Plunkett) Grimes. Surviving are his wife of 65 years, the former Ruth Ann (Dumbeck); his children: Wendy (Shawn) Martyak, ...

Ronald C. Mazzocco, 92, Cresson, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday at his residence. He was the son of the late George and Marie (Cheslock) Mazzocco. Surviving are his children: Lisa Mazzocco of Duncansville, Ronald B. (Tammy) Mazzocco of Altoona and Lorie (Joe) DeMarco of Indian ...

Christine (Houtz) Traficante, 73, Altoona, died Saturday, Sept. 6, 2025. She was born in Altoona, daughter of the late Catherine Smith and Charles E. Petrolla. Surviving are her children: David Houtz, Frankie Rodgers and Michelle; two grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and seven siblings. ...

Miriam “Kim” Gwin, 90, of Altoona, entered into eternal rest Aug. 6, 2025, in Altoona. Kim was born in Altoona, daughter of the late Marie Taylor Gwin Shope and the late Robert Crawford Gwin. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother, Robert Clayton Gwin. She is ...