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Kelly Ann Franks

Kelly Ann Franks, 59, of Blandburg, died Thursday after battling cancer. She was born in Euclid, Ohio, a daughter of the late John Cooney and the late Elizabeth “Betsy” (Johns) Cooney Salsgiver. Surviving are her husband, David; daughters, Nikki Trent and Brittany Franks; six grandchildren; three siblings: John Cooney Jr., Heather Cooney and Tracie Greene; her stepfather, Danny Salsgiver; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; and a great-nephew, Nash VanScoyoc. A viewing for family and friends will be held from 2 to 4 p.m. Tuesday, July 21, 2026, at ...

Alberta ‘Bertie’ Holtz

Alberta “Bertie” Holtz, 99, Hollidaysburg, died Thursday. She was born in Patton to late parents, Jacob and Victoria Kielbowick. She was preceded in death by her husband, Clement; daughter, Denise; grandson, Michael Jr.; sisters, Mary and Frances; and six brothers. Surviving are children, Dianne Litzinger and Donna Kashuk; her grandchildren; and a sister, Dorothy Stok. Visitation is from 4 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, July 21, 2026, at Stevens Funeral Home Inc., 1004 N. Fifth Ave., Patton. A funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Wednesday, July 22, 2026, at Queen of Peace Catholic Church, ...

John P. Hooning III

John P. Hooning III, 91, Willow Street, Pa., passed away peacefully Thursday. He was born in Chicago, son of John P. Hooning Jr. and Josephine (Houtsma) Hooning. John is survived by his wife, Dorothy, of Willow Street; his son, John E. Hooning (Fayanne) of Evergreen, Colo.; his daughter, ...

David Paul Koytek

David Paul Koytek, 62, of Gallitzin, entered into the arms of Jesus on Thursday, surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Taylor, Pa., to Stanley A. and Mary (Cebula) Koytek. He married the love of his life, Karen, on Oct. 4, 2003, at St. Ann’s Basilica in Scranton. He is survived ...

George H. McClain

George H. McClain, 70, Altoona, died June 23, 2026. He was born in Gadsden, Ala., the son of the late George and Fannie Bell (McClain) Thompson. He was preceded in death by his wife, Anna; a son, Lamar Johnson; and brother, James Bonner. Surviving are children: Dominic Alexander, Katwana Johnson, Danielle Alexander and Christy Elliot; five grandchildren; and a brother, Nathaniel. George was a U.S. Marine Corps veteran. A time of fellowship will be held from noon until the 1 p.m. service Thursday, July 23, 2026, in the Stevens Memorial Chapel, 1421 Eighth Ave., Altoona.

Boyd Glenn Miller

Boyd Glenn Miller, 88, of Bellwood, passed away peacefully on Wednesday at his home. He was born in Altoona, a son of the late Ulysses G. and Mae Louise (Glenn) Miller. On May 26, 1961, he married Carol L. Burns in Bellwood, recently celebrating 65 years of marriage. Surviving are his ...