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.

Barbara Ann “Babs” Herman, 88, of Philipsburg, passed away Wednesday at Mount Nittany Medical Center, State College. She was born in Denver, Colo., the daughter of Harold and Lois (Snelling) Briggs. She was preceded in death by her husband, Fredrick H. Herman, on July 25, 2013; a brother ...

Anna Jena, 89, of Lyleville, formerly of Blandburg, died Wednesday. She was born in Blandburg, daughter of the late Joseph and Anna (Lonesky) Jena. Surviving are children: Deborah Keith, Annette Stanton, Alvin Keith Jr., David Keith, Nancy McMullen, Cynthia Toner and Philip Keith; 22 ...