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Eugene Patrick Zupon

Eugene Patrick Zupon, fondly remembered as “Smiley” or “Smile” by family and friends, passed away peacefully on March 19, 2026, at Renown Regional Medical Center in Reno, Nev., at the age of 84. Born in Dysart, Gene grew up in the close-knit community of his hometown, the son of ...

Sharyn A. Askey-Kemberling

Sharyn A. Askey-Kemberling, 80, Altoona, entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, at UPMC Altoona. She was born in Lancaster, daughter of the late Catherine C. (Crum) and Silas N. Ringler Sr. Sharyn is survived by her loving children: Ed (Sandy) Askey of Johnstown, Rick ...

Alden S. Browne

Alden S. Browne, 90, Hollidaysburg, formerly of Maquoketa, Iowa, passed away Saturday at The Winds at Mattern Orchard. He was born in Maquoketa, Iowa, son of the late Andrew and Pauline (Stowers) Browne. On May 20, 1956, he married Donna Henry. He is survived by his loving wife of 69 ...

Mary Carmella (Misciagna) Carnell

Mary Carmella (Misciagna) Carnell, 100, Altoona, passed away peacefully on Friday at UPMC Altoona. She was born in Altoona, daughter of Gennaro and Josephine (Matino) Misciagna. On Aug. 11, 1945, she married the love of her life, Donald E. Carnell Sr., at Holy Rosary Catholic Church in ...

Kenneth C. ‘Ken’ Flaig

Kenneth C. “Ken” Flaig 86, Williamsburg, died Friday. He was born in Williamsburg, son of C. Kenneth and Bernadine (Sparr) Flaig. Surviving are a grandson, Travis Flaig; two sisters, Linda and Carol; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Karen. Private interment will be held at Royer Cemetery. Arrangements are by Fink & Stone Funeral Home and Cremation Services Inc., Williamsburg.

Donald R. ‘Donnie’ Knisely

Donald R. “Donnie” Knisely, 80, Claysburg, died Friday. He was born in Altoona, son of Curtis and Goldie (Bush) Knisely. On July 25, 1966, he married Linda Sisk. Surviving are his wife; and a sister, Peggy Berkhimer. He was preceded in death by his son, Travis; and daughter, Dawn. Friends will be received from 10 a.m. until the 1 p.m. funeral service Wednesday, April 22, 2026, at Leslie-Miller Funeral Home, Claysburg, Pastor Kenny Ashley officiating. Interment will be at Holsinger Cemetery, Bakers Summit.