JOHN A MAYS
Oct 13, 2021
John A. Mays, 83, of Altoona, died at Maybrook Hills Health And Rehabilitation, Altoona,
He was born in Altoona, the son of the late John A.Sr. and Dorothy Jane (Kensinger) Mays Survived by his wife: Peggy Jane (Eichenlaub) Mays They married on September 8, 1960, in Buckhorn, Pa.
One daughter: Patti Jo Mays; grandchildren: Chuck Lohsl, Vanessa Ott, Buddy Ott,...
STANLEY D. POTOPA
Oct 1, 2021
Stan Potopa, 67, passed away Friday after battling several illnesses. Stan was born in Altoona, to late Stanley J. Potopa and Dolores (Tomassetti) Potopa.
He attended SS. Peter and Paul grade school and graduated from Bishop Guilfoyle High School in 1972. He then continued his education at Bucknell University, before transferring to The Pennsylvania State University where he graduated with...
JUDITH A. EICHENLAUB
Sep 29, 2021
Judith A. Eichenlaub, 77, of Altoona, passed away peacefully at her residence, after an extended illness. Judith was born in Altoona, a daughter of the late Tom and Anna (Shelow) Stevens.
She married Ronald E. Eichenlaub on Dec. 9, 1972, in Altoona. He preceded her in death on March 17, 2015.
Surviving are two daughters, Anna (Ray) Burley and Rhonda...
SHARON D, BOOKHAMER
Sep 15, 2021
Sharon D. Bookhamer
Jan. 4, 1944 – Sept. 15, 2021
Sharon D. Bookhamer, 77, of Altoona, died Wednesday at her residence. She was born in Altoona, daughter of the late Thomas and Helen (Herschel) Wilkins.
She married James R. Bookhamer on Sept. 23, 1965, in Altoona.
Sharon is survived by her husband, Jim; four daughters: Diane C. (Mike A.) Beck,...
DOLORES C. MATZIK
Sep 10, 2021
Dolores C. Matzik, 88, of Altoona, died Friday at Hillview Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center, Altoona.
She was born in Altoona, daughter of the late Kaliksty and Stella (Karcz) Horomanski. On August 30, 1952, she married George (Sharkey) Matzik, who preceded her in death on July 2, 1991. Survived by one daughter: Patricia Matzik of Altoona, one son: James (Jeanine) Matzik...
Bernard "Bernie" Shea
Sep 9, 2021
Bernard 'Bernie' M. Shea, 87, of Altoona, passed away Thursday evening at UPMC Altoona.
Bernie was born in Hollidaysburg, the son of the late Matthew and Ruth (Querry) Shea. His wife, Janet L. 'Jane' Shea, whom he married on July 24, 1954, at St. Michaels Catholic Church Hollidaysburg, Pa, she preceded him in death on May 17, 2021.
Survived by one...
JAMES "PHIL" PHILIP HALL, MD
Sep 6, 2021
James Philip Hall, MD, 64, of Altoona, passed away at his residence Monday evening.
Phil was born in Lewistown, the son of the late James Tyson and Suzanne (Boden) Hall. Phil married his wife: Paula J. Tsikalas on October 22,1983 at Holy Name Catholic Church, Ebensburg.
Survived by his wife Paula; four daughters: Angela (Patrick) Ross; Rachel (Chad) Lauver...
THERESA ANNE SHEARER
Aug 8, 2021
Theresa Anne (Shea) Shearer, 58, left this world after a second battle with cancer. She was the daughter of Bernard and the late Janet Shea (Winters) in Altoona.
She married Jeffery Shearer, of Altoona, on Sept. 2, 1994.
Theresa is survived by her husband; a daughter, Rachael (Jason) Randall of Fort Pierce Fla.; a son, Kurtis (Autumn) Garland of Altoona:...
ROBERT "BOB" ALLEN SIMANSKI
Aug 8, 2021
Robert Allen “Bob” Simanski, 85, of Altoona, passed away peacefully at Garvey Manor Nursing Home, Hollidaysburg. Bob was born in Ashville, son of the late Henry and Agnes (Palovsky) Simanski.
Bob married Rose Marie Milliron on June 18, 1960, at Holy Rosary Catholic Church. She preceded him in death on Dec. 6, 2011.
Surviving is a son, John F. and...
JAMES W. BRENNAN
Jul 30, 2021
James W Brennan, 59, of Altoona, died at his residence.
born in Altoona, PA., he was the son of the late Donald and the late Rose Marie (Wike) Brennan Sr.. Survived by four siblings: Steven and wife Diane; John and wife Diane; Daniel and wife Lisa and Donald F. Jr., his companion,of many years Victoria "Vickie" Locke.
He was...
ANN D. MISHOCK
Jul 24, 2021
Ann D. Mishock, 93, Altoona, died Saturday at UPMC Altoona.
She was born in Cresson, daughter of Michael and Anna Durbin. On Feb. 4, 1947, she married Andrew Mishock Sr. at SS. Peter and Paul Byzantine Catholic Church, Portage. He passed away on Nov. 16, 2010.
Surviving are two sons: Andrew and wife, Ruth Ann, of State College and...
TIMOTHY S. FORR
Jun 23, 2021
Timothy S. Forr, 66, of Hollidaysburg, died Wednesday morning at his residence after a heroic battle with cancer.
Tim born in Altoona, son of the late Thomas E. and Martha Jane (Delozier) Forr. He married the love of his life and best friend, Kathy J. Lach, on May 1, 1976. He lost Kathy to cancer on August 19, 2020.
Tim...
Jule Charles Kemberling
Jun 13, 2021
Jule C. Kemberling, 79, of Taylor Apartment, died at his residence. Jule was born in Altoona, son of the late Crimpson C. and Elizabeth (Ruyen) Kemberling. Surviving are a sister, Vivian Gernandizo of Altoona; and a brother, James Joseph Nagle of North Carolina. He was a car detailer. A family gathering to receive friends will be held from 6 to...
Donald Robert Wertz
Jun 8, 2021
Donald Robert Wertz, 83, of Altoona, died at UPMC Altoona. He was born in Altoona, son of the late Floyd and Ruth (Rossman) Wertz.
Surviving are his wife, Charlene J. (Wagner) Wertz who he married on June 7, 1957; a son, Stephen Wertz; and two grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his sons, Robert and Douglas.
Donald was a...
DAVID MICHAEL OLINYK
Jun 4, 2021
David Michael Olinyk, 64, of Altoona, passed away peacefully Friday at his residence. He was born in Altoona, son of the late Stanley and Mary (Albright) Olinyk.
Surviving are a sister, Tina (John) Chestney of Altoona; nephews: Matthew (Brittni) Chestney and their son, Micah; and Brian (Teressa) Chestney and their children: Dawson, Charlotte and Hazel; and his lifesharing friends: Ann...
Janet'Jane' L. Shea
May 17, 2021
Janet L. “Jane” Shea, 87, of Altoona, passed away Monday afternoon at her residence surrounded by her family. Jane was born in Altoona, the daughter of the late Mary Winters. She married Bernard “Bernie” Shea on July 22, 1954 at St. Michaels Catholic Church, Hollidaysburg.
She is survived by: her husband, Bernie; two daughters: Ruth Dittsworth (Daryl) and Theresa Shearer...
JOHN EDWARD 'JACK' STECKROTH
May 9, 2021
John Edward “Jack” Steckroth 79, also Known as “Pappy Jack” of Waldorf, MD passed away May 9, 2021, of natural causes.
Jack was born and raised in Altoona Pennsylvania. The son of the late John “Jack” and Lorma Steckroth
Jack is preceded in death by his loving wife of 33 years, Carole Ann, and son Michael.
He is survived by...
