Elwood T. Claar, 92, of Duncansville, passed away Tuesday at UPMC Altoona. He was born in Claysburg, son of the late Jesse and Goldie (Dively) Claar. He married Patricia Burket on Aug. 19, 1957, in Winchester, Va. She passed away on April 21, 2013. Surviving are three sons: Elwood Jr. and ...
Antoney “Tony” Fornari, 34, died Monday at his home in New Florence, Pa. He was born in Altoona, the son of Janet Hoover and Carl Fornari. He was a very hard worker and family man who loved his family wholeheartedly and would do anything for them. He would happily give you the shirt from his own back if you were struggling or in need. Tony is survived by his parents; step-parents; a brother; a niece and nephew; and a son. Tony was beloved by all and will be deeply missed. Visitation will be held at 5 p.m. Friday, Oct. 10, 2025, at Lloyd-Dimmick Funeral Home Inc., 91 Rose St., Irvona.
Richard Hillard, 58, of Altoona, passed away Thursday, Oct. 9, 2025, at UPMC Altoona. Arrangements are by The Good Funeral Home Inc., 108 Alto-Reste Park, Altoona. A complete obituary will appear in Monday’s Mirror.
Melody A. (McCready) Miller, 73, of Duncansville, passed away Sept. 28, 2025. She was born in Altoona, daughter of the late Homer Sr. and Virginia (Curry) McCready. Surviving are a daughter, Stacey Singer and husband, Benjamin, of Duncansville; three grandchildren: Bryan, Alyson and Victor; ...
William E. “Bill” Robinson II, 49, of Altoona, died Tuesday. He was born in Altoona, son of the late William E. and Patricia (Jubina) Robinson. Surviving are his wife, Sherrie; children: Chance Robinson, Garrett Robinson, Amber Franco, Danielle Franco and Brittany Franco; and grandchildren: Antionella, Lilliana, Charlotte, Amelia and Emmalyn. Bill was preceded in death by a sister, Dianna Grove. At the request of the deceased, there will be no visitation or service. Arrangements are by E. Merrill Smith Funeral Home Inc., Altoona.
Walter J. Trybus, 87, Cresson, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Tuesday at the Village at Morrisons Cove, Martinsburg. He was born in Lilly, son of the late Wladyslaw “Walter” and Joanna (Godzisz) Trybus. He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Gertrude “Trudy” ...
