Barry J. Sipes Sr., 74, of Altoona, passed away on Friday at Cedarwood Health and Rehabilitation Center in Tyrone. Born in Altoona, he was the son of the late Jack and Gloria (Clifford) Sipes. Survived by son, Barry J. Sipes Jr. (Ashley); and daughter, Dr. Kelsey Sipes. Barry is also survived ...

Marilyn M. “Meesie” Tercero, 95, of Homewood Living, Martinsburg, passed away Friday at Conemaugh Nason Medical Center. A full obituary will appear in a future edition of the Altoona Mirror. Arrangements are by The Stevens Mortuary Inc.

Joanne C. Claar, 95, of Altoona, entered into eternal rest on Monday at Celebration Villa, surrounded by her family in Duncansville. Joanne was born in Altoona, daughter of the late John and Mary Grace (Pretola) Roccio. She later married Sheldon “Bud” Claar, who preceded her in death in ...

Joseph J. Frieko, 58, of Duncansville, passed away Wednesday at UPMC Altoona after losing his battle with cancer. He was a son of James E. Frieko and the late Cecilia G. Frieko. Along with his father, he is survived by a brother, James Frieko (Jackie); a sister, Cecilia Horvath (Kevin); ...