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Melissa A. Murray
Oct 6, 2025
Melissa Murray July 16, 1977 – October 6, 2025 Melissa Murray, 48, of Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania, passed away suddenly on October 6, 2025, at Penn Highlands DuBois.
She was born on July 16, 1977 and was formerly of Brockway, PA. She is survived by her mother, Tami (Shute) Shugars of Brockway, PA, and her father, Dennis Murray Sr. of New York. Melissa...
Helen V. Schall
Sep 28, 2025
Helen V Schall, 78, of DuBois, Pa (formerly of Kittanning, Pa) died at Dubois Nursing Home on September, 28, 2025, surrounded by her family.
Helen was born in Creekside, Pa on March 28, 1947 to George Andrew Haggerty and Sara Alta (Grindle) Haggerty. She married her husband, Leroy Schall, on July 9, 1966. Helen enjoyed watching dirt track races and monster...
Darlene Notestine
Sep 15, 2025
Darlene S. Notestine, 67, of Saxton, PA, passed away peacefully on September 15, 2025, after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. Darlene was born on August 6, 1958, the daughter of the late Elvin and Susan Hinkle and the wife of the late Steven Notestine Sr.
Darlene was known as a dedicated and hardworking individual. She spent most of her career...
Elva Stoner Jefferies
Aug 29, 2025
Elva Stoner Jefferies, age 100, of Bedford, PA passed away on August 29, 2025, at home under hospice care.
Elva was born at home on January 9, 1925, in Cumberland Valley Township. She was the daughter of the late Dr. Alvin Z. Stoner and Leah May (Burkhart) Stoner.
After graduating from Bedford High School, Bedford, PA, in 1943, she attended Catherman's Business...
David W. Daugherty Jr.
Aug 19, 2025
David Wayne Daugherty, Jr, age 81, passed away on August 19, 2025, at Jefferson Manor, Brookville, PA. David was born January 21, 1944, in Shelocta, PA. Son to David Wayne Daugherty, Sr. and Mabel (Wells) Daugherty. He was preceded in death by both parents, his ex-wife Cathy, second wife Judy, his sister Ethel Frances Wadding Mullinax and his daughter Kelly...
Kevin J. Ivory
Aug 15, 2025
Kevin J, Ivory 59, of Chest Springs passed away Friday surrounded by family and friends. He is proceeded in death by great grandma Katie, grandma Libby, uncles Paul Ivory, Paul Strittmatter, Ray Fontanella, George O'leary, Fred Ivory and aunts Rita Strittmatter, Gaynelle Ivory, and Rose Fontanella. He is survived by mother Regina Ivory of Chest Springs, brother Keith Ivory (Michelle)...
Ernest R. 'Bert' Bush Sr.
Aug 5, 2025
Ernest R. “Bert” Bush Sr., 61, of Altoona, PA, passed away at Midtown Oaks, Altoona. He was born in Altoona, PA, to the late Clarabelle Sunderland and William Bush and is also survived by his stepfather, Gary Sunderland.
Bert was preceded in death by his ex-wife, Leeann Bush; his beloved son, James “Jibs” Bush; his brother, Ronald Bush; his granddaughter, Kira...
Chester Sapalio
Aug 2, 2025
Chester William Sapalio (Chet), age 74, died at his home in State College, PA, on August 2, 2025, after a long journey with bladder cancer. He was born in Somerset, PA, to Bernice (Caldaroni) and Chester G. Sapalio. He is survived by his wife, Sherry Sapalio; daughter, Jessica Sapalio; son-in-law, Ariel BenYishay; stepsons, Seth and Chase Shaffer (and wife Mackenzie);...
James Race
Jul 27, 2025
James Race, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully at his home in Indiana, PA, on July 27, 2025, surrounded by family. Born on February 27, 1955, Jim dedicated his life to his family and career, leaving a legacy characterized by hard work and humor.
Jim grew up in Marion Center. He graduated from Marion Center High school...
Melissa L. Morgan
Jul 26, 2025
Melissa Lee Morgan, affectionately known as Mel, Lissy, or Miss-Lissa, passed away on July 26, 2025, in Pleasant Gap, PA, at the age of 47.
Born on December 31, 1977, in Phoenix, AZ, Melissa carried the warmth of her birthplace throughout her life, touching all who knew her with her radiant personality and steadfast loyalty.
Melissa was a person whose heart was...
George Merele Himes IV
Jul 16, 2025
George Merele Himes IV
Dec. 17, 1983 – July 16, 2025
George Merele Himes IV, 41, of Altoona, passed away peacefully July 16, 2025, after a chronic illness. He was born in Altoona, the son of Beverly Noel (McKinney) and George Himes III.
Georgie always had the ability to make anyone smile. He was goofy, he enjoyed being an uncle, and lived life...
Cory Alan Lewis
Jul 7, 2025
Cory Alan Lewis, born on March 6, 1977, in Clearfield, PA, left this world on July 7, 2025, in the comfort of his home. He was a wonderful soul whose kindness and infectious sense of humor touched the hearts of everyone who knew him. A graduate of West Branch Area High School, Cory carried the lessons learned there into his...
Colson Edward Jones
Jul 4, 2025
Colson Edward “Coty” Jones, 96, of Altoona, peacefully passed away July 4, 2025, at James E. Van Zandt VA Medical Center surrounded by his loving family. Born in Altoona, Coty lived a life rooted in faith, integrity, leadership and deep devotion to his family and community.
He was the son of the late Colson Edward Jones Sr. and Dorothy Mae (Veil)...
Priscilla J. Fleck
Jul 3, 2025
Priscilla Jane Johnston Fleck, 85, of Shawville Highway, Clearfield, died Thursday July 3, 2025 at her home after a 8 month battle with stomach cancer.
Born January 8, 1940 in South Philipsburg the child of Earl Leroy and Bertha Bean Johnston. Pat as she was affectionately called, married Norman D. Fleck On October 6, 1956 in Philipsburg and were married 61...
George David Herrington
Jun 28, 2025
George David Herrington, 71, passed away June 28, 2025 in Lewistown. His hometown was Mt. Union.
He was born October 12, 1953. He was the son of the late Patsy and George Herrington.
He was a veteran of the United States Air Force. He was a house painter for many years. His favorite hobbies were hunting and fishing.
He's survived by his daughters:...
Ralph Welby Smith
Jun 28, 2025
Ralph "Slammer" Smith, age 82, passed away on June 28, 2025 in State College, PA with his loving family by his side. He left this world as he lived it, with a quiet strength, gratefulness, and a deep love for his family and friends.
Ralph was born on October 1, 1942, in Washington, DC, to his parents, Adelaide and Stephen Smith,...
Matthew P. Elensky
Jun 14, 2025
Matthew P. Elensky, aged 62, son of Frank and Genevieve Elensky, passed away on June 14, 2025, at his home after losing his battle with depression. Born on October 7, 1962 in Curwensville, Pa. Matt graduated from Curwensville High School and soon after began his long and successful career in mining. Matt, affectionately known by his crew as "Whack," dedicated...
Florian Owen Temchulla
Jun 12, 2025
Florian Owen Temchulla, affectionately known as "Flory," was born on April 6, 1937, and went home to be with Jesus on June 12, 2025.
Flory served his country honorably for four years in the Army as a Green Beret
After his military career, he attended Penn Tech to become a machinist. This path led him to the proud ownership of T and...
Gary Lee Neff
Jun 11, 2025
Gary Lee Neff 82 of Palm Bay, FL died Wednesday, June 11, 2025 in Altoona, Pa surrounded by his family.
He retired from Brevard County School District as Head Custodian.
He is survived by 3 daughters Pam Neff Leonard (Ty), Tina Neff Grimes and Sherri Lee Neff. He has 7 grandchildren Shaunele (Jarret), Baron (Charlotte), Cody and Hunter Lyons, Danielle (Rick), Brandy...
Kyle Glenn Irwin
Jun 2, 2025
Kyle Glenn Irwin, a beloved son, brother, and friend, departed this world too soon on June 2, 2025. Born on July 12, 1992, in Dubois, Kyle captured the hearts of many with his kind spirit, sharp intellect, and infectious humor.
A dedicated lifelong learner, Kyle achieved two bachelor's degrees in language arts, specializing in German and French, and later earned a...
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