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Arlene F. Roessing

Arlene F. Roessing, 85, formerly of Altoona, died Saturday evening at Cedarwood Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center, Tyrone. She was born in Altoona, a daughter of the late Clarence and Matilda “Tilly” (Parson) Leonard. She married Robert John Roessing on May 7, 1960, in Altoona. He ...

Richard L. ‘Richie’ Vincent

Richard L. “Richie” Vincent, 57, of Altoona, passed away Monday afternoon at his residence. He was born in Altoona, the son of Richard L. Sr. and Helen C. (McKendree) Vincent. Surviving are his parents; a son, Justin Vincent; and a brother, Christopher Vincent. He was a 1986 graduate of Altoona Area High School and was a carrier for Quest Diagnostics for 28 years. Richie enjoyed fishing, going to concerts and shooting at the gun range. There will be no visitation or services. Arrangements are by The Stevens Mortuary Inc., Altoona.

Lillie C. (Showalter) Ainscough

Lillie C. (Showalter) Ainscough, 104, Hollidaysburg, peacefully passed away Sunday, Sept. 14, 2025. Arrangements are by Mauk & Yates Funeral Home Inc., 719 N. Fourth Ave., Altoona. A complete obituary will appear in Wednesday’s Mirror.

Judith A. ‘Judy’ Arthurs

Judith A. “Judy” Arthurs, 82, of Altoona, died Friday afternoon at her residence. She was born in Johnstown, a daughter of the late Earl Joseph and Esther Marie (Lamison) Miller. She married Richard W. “Dick” Arthurs on Jan. 26, 1968, in Altoona. He preceded her in death Oct. 16, 2023. Surviving are her son, Kevin S. Arthurs, and his fiancee, Heather Haines, of Altoona; two granddaughters, Abigail M. Arthurs (Bruce Krestar Jr.) of Altoona and Morgan G. Arthurs (Dylan Donovan) of Pittsburgh; a sister, Vicki Miller of Altoona; and numerous extended family members. Judy was ...

Margaret M. Geesey

Margaret M. Geesey, 92, of Roaring Spring, passed away Sunday at Maybrook Hills Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center, Altoona. She was born in Altoona, daughter of the late Charles and Freda (Gorman) Eisenhart Sr. She married Donald W. Geesey Sr., who preceded her in death. Surviving are her daughters, Pamela Ickes (Jeff) of Fort Ashby, W.Va., and Dawna Knee (Garry) of Hollidaysburg; a son, Donald W. Geesey Jr. of Roaring Spring; and three grandsons: Shane Ickes, Garrett Ickes (Alexis) and Zachary Knee. Margaret was preceded in death by two brothers, Charles Eisenhart Jr. and ...

Helen M. ‘Pinky’ Hein

Helen M. “Pinky” Hein, 76, of Hollidaysburg, passed away unexpectedly Saturday, Sept. 13, 2025, at home. Arrangements are by Fink & Stone Funeral Home and Cremation Services Inc., Williamsburg. A complete obituary will appear in Wednesday’s Mirror.