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Charles Thomas “Tom” Andros Sr.

Charles Thomas “Tom” Andros Sr., 89, of Altoona, passed away Saturday at his residence after an extended illness. He was born in Altoona, the son of the late Harry and Helen (Basaites) Andros, who immigrated to the United States from Greece. Tom was preceded in death by his parents and 13 ...

Chad D. Barnes

Chad D. Barnes, 49, of Claysburg, passed away Saturday, April 24, 2025, at home. Friends will be received from 2 until the 6 p.m. funeral service Wednesday, April 30, 2025, at Mt. Hope Church, Blue Knob. A full obituary will run in Wednesday’s paper. Arrangements by Leslie-Miller Funeral Home, Claysburg.

Janet E. Blattenberger

Janet E. Blattenberger, 82, Martinsburg, passed away unexpectedly Sunday, April 27, 2025, at her home. She was born in Woodbury, daughter of the late Ray C. and M. Romaine (Frederick) Teeter. On Oct. 10, 1964, she married Kenneth R. Blattenberger at Woodbury Church of God, and he preceded ...

Eleanor Lee Bryson

Eleanor Lee Bryson, 88, of Palmetto, Fla., formerly of Hollidaysburg, went to be with the Lord Wednesday evening, April 23, 2025. “Ellie,” as she was known to family and friends, was born Feb. 12, 1937, in Lakemont. She was the oldest daughter of the late Robert A. Treese and Eva (Stiver) ...

Dallas Earl Eckert

Dallas Earl Eckert, 88, of Martinsburg, formerly of Tyrone, passed away April 26, 2025, at the Village at Morrisons Cove. He was born on April 28, 1936, in Altoona, son of the late Earl Kenneth and Thelma Ruth (Hildebrand) Eckert. On Jan. 3, 1961, in Altoona, he married Loreda L. Longenecker, who survives. Also surviving are his niece, Kendra Napolitan; and great-nephew, Joshua Longenecker. Friends will be received Thursday, May 1, 2025, from 10 a.m. until the noon funeral service at Woodbury Church of the Brethren. Arrangements are by Stone Funeral Home & Cremation Services Inc., Woodbury.

James E. Grazier

James E. Grazier, known for his kindness, strength and endless heart, passed away peacefully surrounded by family. He was 71 years young and lived every one of those years to the fullest. A second-degree black belt, Jim brought focus, discipline and quiet strength into every aspect of his ...