Donald “Don” Castagnola, 71, Altoona, passed away Oct. 21, 2025, at UPMC Altoona. He was born in Altoona, son of the late Joseph J. and Susan M. (Bosso) Castagnola. On June 25, 1983, he married Karen Kaye at St. Mary’s Church in Altoona. He is survived by his loving wife, Karen; a ...

Richard C. Eckenrode, 74, of rural Gallitzin, passed away Oct. 24, 2025, at home. Born May 31, 1951, in Altoona, he was the son of the late Harold Eckenrode and Edna (Trexler) Eckenrode. He is survived by brothers: Edward J. (Betty) Eckenrode, Bill (Cathy) Eckenrode and Floyd Eckenrode; ...

Alan M. Lightner, 29, of Claysburg, passed away Saturday Oct. 25, 2025. A full obituary will appear in Tuesday’s Mirror. Arrangements are by Leslie-Miller Funeral Home, Claysburg.

David R. Swanger Jr. passed away peacefully Friday, Oct. 24, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Known for his unwavering work ethic and remarkable ingenuity, Dave was an equipment operator before he retired in 2019, but he had a gift for building just about anything. Whether it was ...