Father David William Kraeger TOR, a member of the Franciscan Friars of the Third Order Regular, Province of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus, passed away Thursday at the age of 84. Father David is preceded in death by his parents, Herman and Grace (Greene) Kraeger; and his sister, Irma ...

Marcella C. Madden, 91, of Altoona, went to be with the Lord on May 9, 2025, at home surrounded by family. She was born in Altoona, the daughter of Daisy Gerard. Marcella was the loving mother of three children; grandmother; and wife of 43 years to Alfred P. Madden. They were married on Feb. ...

Robert J. Merilli, 88, of Altoona, unexpectedly passed away Thursday afternoon at UPMC Altoona. He was born in Altoona, son of the late John Michael and Anne Marie (Caporuscio) Merilli. Robert married Theresa A. Tartaglio on March 2, 1957, at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church. He ...

Richard C. Eck, 69, of Altoona, passed away Wednesday afternoon, May 14, 2025, at his residence. Arrangements are by The Stevens Mortuary Inc., 1421 Eighth Ave., Altoona. A complete obituary will appear in the Mirror at a later date.