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David I. Lynch

David I. Lynch, 83, Altoona, passed away Wednesday at his residence surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Braddock, son of the late Robert A. and May (Wilson) Lynch. On March 7, 1964, he married the love of his life, Kathleen “Kathy” (Fix) Lynch. He is survived by his beloved ...

Mary Jane ‘Toots’ Morrissey

Mary Jane “Toots” Morrissey, 81, Tyrone, passed gracefully into the presence of the Lord on Wednesday. She was born in Tyrone, daughter of the late Nicholas and Mary Jane (Friday) Kobak. On Sept. 8, 1962, she married James G. Morrissey in Tyrone, who survives. Also surviving are children: Pamela (David) Collins, Lori Mahon and James L. (Cheryl) Morrissey; five grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a great-grandchild; and four siblings. She was the last of her immediate family. Mary Jane was a graduate of Tyrone Area High School and faithfully ...

Eugene M. ‘Udge’ Shuma

Eugene M. “Udge” Shuma, 93, Altoona, passed away Tuesday, April 29, 2025, at Hilltop Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center. A complete obituary will appear in the Mirror at a later date. Arrangements are by Rose Hill Funeral & Cremation Care Inc., 118 Rosehill Cemetery Drive, Altoona.

Connie C. Cain

Connie C. Cain, 77, Altoona, went home to be with her Lord Monday, April 28, 2025, at UPMC Altoona. She was born in East Freedom, daughter of the late Charles and Helen (Croyle) Butler. Surviving are a daughter, Trina Musser and husband, Scott; grandson, Hunter Musser and fiancee, Riley; ...

Raymond James Adams

Raymond James Adams, 78, passed away peacefully Friday at his residence. He was born in Altoona, son of Robert and Frances (Cupples) Adams. He attended Cathedral School and Bishop Guilfoyle High School in Altoona. On May 24, 1975, he was united in marriage to Margaret Boring. Surviving ...

Chad D. Barnes

Chad D. Barnes, 49, Claysburg, passed away Saturday. He was born in Altoona, son of Leroy Barnes and the late Rita (Custer) Kephart. Surviving are his father; significant other, Judy Lightner; a daughter, Samantha Kreider; three grandchildren; a sister, Carrie; and a brother, Jamie. Friends will be received from 2 until the 6 p.m. funeral service today, April 30, 2025, at Mt. Hope Church, Blue Knob. Arrangements are by Leslie-Miller Funeral Home, Claysburg.