Lena A. “Nuch” Pellegrino, 88, of Altoona, died Nov. 6, 2025, at her residence. She was born in Altoona, a daughter of the late Francesco and Elizabeth (Parzanese) Pellegrino. Surviving are two children: son, Ronald “Gene” Merritts (Yvonne) of Altoona; and daughter, Janet L. Merritts ...
James W. Rightenour, 61, of Altoona, passed away Thursday at UPMC Altoona. He was born in Roaring Spring, son of the late Elvin and Icy Regina (Longenecker) Rightenour. James was a Class of 1981 graduate of Northern Bedford County High School and later attended welding trade school. He was a master carpenter/construction worker, completing numerous projects in and around Altoona throughout the years. James enjoyed NASCAR, Steelers Football and wrestling. He was a member of the 18th Street Community Church and felt great joy while driving a student school van for Student ...
Katherine G. “Kay” Roscia, 103, Altoona, passed away Thursday at Garvey Manor Nursing Home, Hollidaysburg. She was born in Altoona, daughter of the late Patsy and Rose (Tomeo) Bellacero. On Oct. 21, 1944, she married Frank Roscia, who preceded her in death on June 24, 2025. She is ...
Mark Leonard Watson, 57, of Big Island, Va., passed away Nov. 9, 2025. He was born in Altoona, a son of Leonard and Patricia Watson. He was a Cardiothoracic Surgical Physician Assistant at Centra Heart and Vascular Institute – Stroobants Cardiovascular. Mark served our country in the ...
Paul A. Bozella, 74, of Cresson, passed away Wednesday at home. He was born in Gallitzin, son of the late Alfred P. and Alice O. (Kosko) Bozella. Surviving are his wife, Devorah (Trembach) Bozella, to whom he was married for 52 years; and children: Paul David (Tara), Matthew and Kristin ...
William H. Edwards, 87, of Altoona, passed away Wednesday. He was born in Altoona, son of the late Violet Edwards. He married Barbara Laird in 1985. Surviving are his wife of 41 years; daughters: Regina Lee (Will), Cheryl Edwards (Walt) and Sherry Edwards; sons: William (Cheryl), Jason (Karen), Mike (Tammy) and Sean (Vanessa); and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by daughters: Rhonda “Red” Reed and Billi Jo Edwards. Bill enjoyed playing the bass guitar and singing in bands. Cremation services by Sorge Funeral Home & Crematory Inc., Hollidaysburg.
