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 ...

Marjorie Jane “Tink” Thomas, 66, of Claysburg, passed away Thursday, Oct. 23, 2025. She was born Aug. 23, 1959, in Roaring Spring, daughter of the late Frederick M. and Betty J. (Williams) Tipton. She married Larry Thomas. She is survived by her husband and companion of more than 30 ...

Donald Eugene “Gene” Banks, 91, of Altoona, passed away Thursday, Oct. 23, 2025, at his home. Friends will be received from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and from 3 to 6 p.m. Monday, Nov. 3, 2025, at Faith Baptist Church, 315 40th St., Altoona, where a funeral service will begin at 6 p.m. with Dr. Gary ...