OBITUARIES
Ronald L. Miller
Mar 3, 2025
Miller, Ronald L., 78, Shirleysburg, passed away Monday March 3, 2025, at Embassy at Woodland Park, Orbisonia. Born January 21, 1947, Huntingdon, son of the late Cloyd and Blanche (Johnson) Miller. Preceded in death by his loving wife, Bonnie (Dell) Miller; and siblings, Hilda Meinhart, Marie Stapleton, Faye Bard, Darlene Warfel, and Paul Miller. Survived by children, Lori Wible; Amy...
Mona J. Pagano
Mar 1, 2025
Pagano, Mona J. (Knepp), 85, York and formerly of Mount Union, passed away Saturday March 1, 2025, at Kingston Court Nursing and Rehabilitation, York. Born August 17, 1939, Lewistown, daughter of the late Jon and Freda (Lynn) Knepp. Survived by her son, Peter J. Pagano and wife, Amy; grandson, Jeremy V. Pagano and wife, Maura; and 1 great granddaughter, Isabella...
Arthur R. Flasher
Feb 28, 2025
Flasher, Arthur R., 77, Mapleton Depot, passed away Friday February 28, 2025, at home surrounded by his family. Born January 10, 1948, Mount Union, son of the late Arthur B. and Lilian L. (Hayes) Flasher. Survived by his loving wife Patricia L. (Kelley) Flasher, whom he married on July 3, 1975. Also survived by his son, Scott Flasher; 2 grandchildren,...
Robin E. (Fortson) Hoch
Feb 28, 2025
Hoch, Robin E. (Fortson), 60, Chambersburg, passed away Friday February 28, 2025, at home. Born April 7, 1964, Huntingdon, daughter of the late Margaret Fortson. Survived by her loving husband, Christopher R. Hoch; children, Shawn Fortson, Tyler Boots, and Marissa Fraley; 2 grandchildren, Keshawn Lester and Abrianna Fortson; 3 great grandchildren, Olivia, Ari’yella and Xander; and siblings, David Fortson, Howard...
Tracy L. Minnear
Feb 26, 2025
Minnear, Tracy L. (Peace), 65, Cresson, passed away at home on Wednesday, February 26, 2025. Born August 19, 1959, DuBois, daughter of the late John L. and Gladys R. (Strouse) Peace. Survived by her loving husband, David Minnear. Also survived by her sons, Jeff and Matthew Minnear; sister, Amy Gigliotti; and brothers, Jon, Arnold, Kenneth, and Arik Peace, and sister-in-law,...
Edward J. Hines, Jr.
Feb 26, 2025
Hines, Edward J. “Jr.” “JR” “Eddie Joe”, 84, Cresson, passed away Wednesday, February 26, 2025 at his home. Born December 9, 1940, Altoona, son of Edward J. Sr. and Hannah (Kittell) Hines. Ed married Rita M. Cepuch on July 16, 1960 at St. Francis Xavier, Cresson – his passing ends their 64 year union. Father to Annette Hines (husband, Mick...
Daphne Lou McCartney
Feb 22, 2025
McCartney, Daphne Lou (Dysard), 74, Mount Union, passed away on Saturday, February 22, 2025, surrounded by her family and friends at her home. Born June 1, 1950, daughter of the late Percy and Nora (Rinker) Dysard. Survived by her loving husband of 58 years, Jack D. McCartney Sr.; children, Lori S. Eberly and husband, Brian, Lebanon; Jack D. McCartney Jr....
Mildred E. Mazur
Feb 21, 2025
Mazur, Mildred E. (Conrad), 99, Cresson, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, February 21, 2025, surrounded by her loved ones. Born February 2, 1926, Ashville, daughter of the late Matthew and Dorothy (Wirtner) Conrad. Preceded in death by her loving husband, Walter M. Mazur. Also preceded in death by 11 brothers and sisters, making her the last survivor of...
George L. Lancaster Sr.
Feb 19, 2025
Lancaster, George L., 75, Mount Union, passed away Wednesday February 19, 2025, at Hilltop Nursing and Rehabilitation, Altoona. A graveside service, with military honors, will be held on Monday February 24, 2025, at 1 p.m., at Haven Rest Memorial Park, Shirleysburg, Joseph Barrett, officiant. Arrangements have been entrusted to Heath-Anderson Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 61 E. Shirley St., Mount...
Donna Jean Ramsey
Feb 19, 2025
Ramsey, Donna Jean (Painter), 85, Shirleysburg, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday February 19, 2025, at the Embassy at Woodland Park, Orbisonia. Born August 11, 1939, Pogue, daughter of the late Paul and Myrtle (Barron) Painter. Preceded in death by her husband, Dean Ramsey Sr.; and siblings, Thelma Stevens, Lois Price, Lester Painter, Orlando “Crud” Painter and Doris...
James E. Welch Jr.
Feb 14, 2025
Welch, James E. Jr., 63, Shirleysburg, went home to be with his Heavenly Father Friday February 14, 2025, at his home surrounded by his loving wife, friends, and family. Born February 24, 1961, son of the late James E. Sr. and Flora (Endres) Welch. Survived by his wife of 7 years, Wendy (Pyles) Welch; 2 children, Randy and Jessica; 3...
Diane L. Helsel
Feb 9, 2025
Helsel, Diane L., 76, passed away peacefully Sunday, February 9, 2025, at Maple Heights Health and Rehab Center in Ebensburg. Born July 24, 1948, Altoona, daughter of the late Paul and Lois (Hoffner) Helsel. Also preceded in death by her longtime family friend, Mary. Survived by a brother, Larry (Donna); her best friend who was more like a sister to...
Eugene Melvin White
Feb 8, 2025
White, Eugene Melvin, 84, Mount Union, passed away Saturday, February 8, 2025, surrounded by his family at home. Born July 24, 1940, son of the late Melvin M. and Edith K (Miller) White. Survived by his loving wife of 45 years, Suzanna Beth (Drake) White; daughter, Katrina N. Best; 2 granddaughters, Belen E. Best and Madie N. Best; and several...
Elizabeth M. "Betty" Plewa
Feb 4, 2025
Plewa, Elizabeth “Betty” M. (Brutvan), 84, passed away peacefully at home surround by her loved ones on Tuesday, February 4, 2025. Born September 14, 1940, Benscreek, daughter of the late Paul and Violet (Ream) Brutvan. Elizabeth was preceded in death by her loving husband, Joseph J. Plewa. Also preceded in death by two sons, Joseph “Joey” P. and David Plewa....
Stanley E. Miller
Feb 4, 2025
Miller, Stanley E., 84, Mount Union, passed away peacefully Tuesday February 4, 2025, at home surrounded by his family. Born December 3, 1940, Newton Hamilton, son of the late Paul Eugene and Esther Gertrude (Boaz) Miller. Survived by his loving wife, Caroline M. (Coder) Miller. Also survived by children, Crystal Miller and Brian Miller and wife, Denise; 1 granddaughter, Shayna...
Brian E. Walter
Feb 2, 2025
Brian E. Walter, 65, of 890 Little Greenbriar Road, McVeytown, passed away Sunday February 2, 2025, at 5:32 p.m. at home surrounded by his family. Born October 13, 1959, Huntingdon, son of Charles and Reba (Foore) Walter, of Saltillo. Survived by his loving wife, Deborah K. (Peck) Walter, whom he married on December 22, 1992, in Mount Union. Also survived...
Jean Lukens
Jan 30, 2025
Lukens, Marjorie Jean (Love), 93, Belleville, passed away January 30, 2025, at Valley View Retirement Community, Belleville. Born August 17, 1932, Orbisonia, daughter of the late Clair M. and Marjorie Mae (Walls) Love. Preceded in death by her loving husband, Gerald D. Lukens Jr., whom she married on Valentines Day 1953. Also preceded by siblings, Anne Smith, James Love, and...
John Paul Fraley Jr.
Jan 27, 2025
Fraley, John Paul Jr., 63, Orbisonia, passed away January 27, 2025, at Embassy at Woodland Park, Orbisonia. Born March 6, 1961, Camden NJ, son of the late John Paul Fraley Sr. and Ruth Ann (Harrison). Survived by his children, Kyle Deamer, Jane Deamer, Tabitha Fraley and Alicia Shore; 13 grandchildren; and a sister, Linda Bower. Preceded in death by granddaughter,...
Clinton P. Huntsman Sr.
Jan 27, 2025
Clinton Paul Huntsman Sr., 86, of 16237 Hill Valley Road, Mount Union, passed away Monday, Jan. 27, 2025, at his home, following some health issues.
Born Aug. 23, 1938, in Mill Creek, he was a son of the late Abram and Clara (Detwiler) Huntsman. He was united in marriage to Janice Fay McConaughey Aug. 26, 1967. The couple was married 58...
Ruth M. Blair
Jan 27, 2025
Blair, Ruth Marie (Benson), 77, McVeytown, passed away Monday January 27, 2025, at Geisinger Lewistown Hospital. Born February 11, 1947, Huntingdon County, daughter of the late Archie and Marjorie (Prough) Benson. Survived by her loving husband, John A. Blair, whom she married in June 1965. Also survived by her children, SuzAnne M. Moore and husband, Jim; AnnMarie S. Dean and...
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