Joyce Ileen Hillard, 81, Altoona, passed away unexpectedly on Monday at her home. She was born in Altoona, daughter of the late Louise Elvey and Walter Stayer. She is survived by two sons, Russell Burk of Altoona and Travis (Dawn) Hillard of Fallentimber; 10 grandchildren; 17 ...
Donald Clayton Irvin, 90, of Williamsburg, died peacefully on Monday at home. He was born in Williamsburg, the last child of Jesse and Lillie (Park) Irvin. Don was a 1953 graduate of Williamsburg High School. He worked for many years and retired from Small Tube Products in ...
Carolyn Jane Johnson, 94, of Tyrone, most recently of Garvey Manor, died Thursday at UPMC Altoona. She was born in Philipsburg, a daughter of the late Harry “Newt” and Dorothy (Ross) Husted. On Aug. 22, 1952, she married Gene A. Johnson, who died Aug. 24, 2015. She is survived by a son, Gene A. “Sparky” Johnson of Roaring Spring; a daughter, Jill Johnson of Tyrone; her grandchildren: Jennifer Panasiti, Susannah Miller and Naomi Johnson; great-grandchildren: Jenna Panasiti, Oaklee Panasiti, Landon Johnson Miller and Naomi Johnson; and siblings: Peggy (Stuart) Naismith, ...
Anthony Francis Kubica, 77, of Altoona passed away Wednesday. He was born in Altoona, son of the late Martin and Suzanne Kubica. Surviving are his wife, Judy; daughters, Crystal and Rebecca Kubica; grandchildren: Jasmine Biddle and Jaden and Solomon Kubica; and a great-grandson, Weston. He was preceded in death by siblings: Veronica, Michael and Joseph Kubica. Anthony was a U.S. Army veteran. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, playing cards and collecting coins. A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. Friday, Jan. 16, 2026, at Sorge Funeral Home & Crematory Inc., Hollidaysburg.
Phillip Perry Leaper, 69, of Duncansville, formerly of Williamsburg, passed away Saturday. He was born in Canoe Creek, son of the late Raymond S. and Dorothy V. (Blackstone) Leaper. Phillip was a graduate of Hollidaysburg High School, and a fan of the Dallas Cowboys and NASCAR. He was preceded in death by two brothers and a sister. Surviving is his son, Colin William Leaper of Browns Mills, N.J.; as well as numerous brothers and sisters. At Phillip’s request, no services will be held. Arrangements are by Fink & Stone Funeral Home and Cremation Services Inc., Williamsburg.
Terry F. Merritts, 84, of Altoona, passed away Monday, Jan. 5, 2026, after an extended illness, surrounded by his loving family at UPMC Altoona. A complete obituary will appear in the Mirror at a later date. Arrangements are by The Stevens Mortuary Inc., 1421 Eighth Ave., Altoona.
