Michael Richard Gildea, 76, of Hollidaysburg, unexpectedly passed away Wednesday at his residence. Mike was born in Hollidaysburg, the eldest of 10 children of Dick and Mary Louise (Williams) Gildea. Mike is survived by his favorite (and only) son, Sean; daughter-in-law, Amy; and ...
Betty J. Harbach, 97, of Bedford, formerly of Bellwood, entered into rest on Sunday at her home, surrounded by family. She was born in Greene Township, Clinton County, daughter of the late Allen E. and Dessie (Douty) Lamey. On March 20, 1948, she was united in marriage to the late Gene C. Harbach. Betty supported the war effort during World War II by working at Piper Aircraft Corp. in Lock Haven. She retired from Bellwood- Antis School District as the cafeteria manager. Betty enjoyed hosting and cooking for family and friends throughout her life. Surviving are three daughters: Judy ...
Nancy R. Savino, 87, of Altoona, passed away Saturday with loved ones around her. Nancy was born in Altoona, daughter of the late Joseph and Nina Lamancusa. She married Nick J. Savino on June 20, 1959. He passed away Oct. 10, 2009. Nancy was the mother of four children: Mary (Lance) Kilby of Culpeper, Va., and Louis, Joseph and Frank Savino of Altoona. She was grandmother to Michael (Caitlin) Kilby of Springfield, Va., and Nicholas Kilby of Culpeper, Va.; and great-grandmother to Henry and Claire Kilby of Springfield, Va. Nancy was preceded in death by two brothers, Carmelo and ...
Richard L. Spochart, 77, of Roaring Spring, formerly of Bedford County, passed away Sunday. He was born in Pittsburgh, son of the late Walter and Elizabeth (Presky) Spochart. He married Beverly Crist in 1996. Surviving is his wife of 29 years; two sons, Michael and wife, Brandi, in ...
Hazel B. Wirfel, 89, of Loretto, passed away Sunday. She was born in Munster Township, daughter of the late Raymond Sr. and Margaret Freidhof. She was also predeceased by her husband, Ermin; and siblings: Henry, Thomas, Paul, Raymond Jr., George, Ethel, Margaret and Mary. Surviving are children: Veronica Krug, Barbara Schrift and Randy, David, Tony and Kevin Wirfel; many grandchildren; and siblings: Jane, Janet and Dorothy. A memorial service will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, March 15, 2025, at the Basilica of St. Michael in Loretto. Arrangements by Matthew R. Decort Funeral Home & ...
Shelvey M. Biddle, 84, rural Williamsburg, passed away Friday morning at UPMC Altoona. She was born at home in rural Williamsburg, daughter of the late Paul E. and Florence E. (Blough) Gorsuch. On June 9, 1956, she married J. Alfred Biddle, who passed away on Sept. 9, 1985, after 29 years of marriage. Surviving are five daughters: Debbie Appleman (Brady), Bonnie Kennedy (Randy) and Peg Kizina (Alan) all of Williamsburg, Leanne Biddle of State College and Cori Biddle of Hollidaysburg; seven grandchildren: Nathan Appleman (Christi), Natalie Houtz (Toby), Johnie Faller (Mike), Jarred ...
