Susan I. Blaska
Jun 13, 2026
Susan I. Blaska, 76 of Tyrone, passed away on Saturday, June 13, 2026. She was born in Tyrone, on July 30, 1949, the daughter of the late Edwin and Madeline (Reese) Igou. On July 27, 1974, at the First Lutheran Church she married Mike Blaska who preceded her in death on February 12, 2008. She is survived by two children:...
Carey R. Garman Jr.
Jun 10, 2026
Carey R. Garman Jr. died Wednesday morning at UPMC Hospital. He was married for 42 years to Betty Leech Garman who survives. Also surviving are five children: Nathan, Josh, Carey the third, Julie, and Betty; twelve grandkids including: Jason, Justice, Jordy, Colton, Camryn, and Everlee; and two sisters: Alice and Kim. His mother and father, Carey R. Sr. and Mary...
Phyllis M. Morrissey
Jun 8, 2026
Phyllis (Montgomery) Morrissey, 90 of Hoovers Lane, Tyrone has passed from this Earth on Monday, June 8, 2026, to be with the Jewish Messiah, King and Redeemer of all who come to Him. She was married to Richard "Dick" Morrissey in May of 1957. They had two children, Terry L. married Edward Hribik of Tyrone, and Mark R. married to...
David C. Hileman
Jun 7, 2026
David C. Hileman, 81, of Sinking Valley, peacefully passed away on June 7, 2026. Dave was born on August 28, 1944 in Altoona, Pa. He was the son of the late A. Marie (Williams) Hileman and Chalmer Hileman. Dave married Janet Gibbons on December 15, 1978, and shared 47 years together on their dairy farm in Sinking Valley until Janet's...
Taylan Elizabeth McGlynn
Jun 7, 2026
Taylan Elizabeth McGlynn, 19 of Tyrone, passed away on Sunday, June 7, 2026. She was born in Altoona on October 19, 2006, the daughter of Matthew and Erin (Glace) McGlynn who survive. Also surviving is a brother: Levi McGlynn; grandfathers: Jeff Glace Sr. and Dave McGlynn; Great Grandmothers: Peg Supina and Jean Glace; and a great-aunt: Ellen Henninger; and numerous...
Thomas W. Kelly
Jun 3, 2026
Thomas W. Kelly, 89, of Spring Lane Farm, Tyrone, Pennsylvania, passed away on Wednesday, June 3, 2026, at his home surrounded by his family.
Born January 21, 1937, in West Newton, Pennsylvania, he was the oldest child of John Martin and Mildred (Holod) Kelly. Tom grew up on farms in Westmoreland and Washington Counties, where farming and his faith shaped...
Geraldine May Anderson
May 26, 2026
Geraldine May "Gerri" Anderson, 85 of Tyrone, passed away on May 26, 2026, surrounded by family. She was born in Tyrone on December 19, 1940, a daughter of the late Albert D. Harris and Alpha (Fink) Harris Ramsey. On October 9, 1958, in Washington DC, she married John W. Benson, and they had two daughters Lisa Marie and Lori Ann....
Virginia Mary Sandifer
May 22, 2026
Virginia Mary Sandifer, 94, of Altoona, passed away Friday, May 22, 2026. Arrangements are by Richard H. Searer Funeral Home Inc., Tyrone. A celebration of life will be announced at a later date.
William C. Homan
May 22, 2026
William C. "Bill" Homan, 80, of Warriors Mark, Pennsylvania entered into eternal rest on Friday, May 22, 2026, surrounded by his family at UPMC Altoona.
Bill was born July 24, 1945, in Altoona, PA., to the late Ruth L. (Getz) and James R. Homan, Sr.
In addition to his parents, Bill is preceded in death by his brother James R....
Janet Louise Hileman
May 13, 2026
Janet Louise (Gibbons) Hileman, 93, a resident of Homewood Living Martinsburg, formerly of Sinking Valley peacefully passed away May 13, 2026. Janet was born June 2, 1932, in Chest Springs, Pa. She was the daughter of the late Theodore and Mildred Hammond Gibbons. Janet was a graduate of Tyrone Area High School. Janet married David C. Hileman on December 15,...
Robert Matthew Calderwood
May 13, 2026
Robert "Bob" Matthew Calderwood, 68, passed away May 13, 2026. Bob was born in Tyrone to Robert Melroy Calderwood and May Lou Calderwood (Shanafelt). He was preceded in death by his father, Robert, and his sister, Lisa. Bob is survived by his mother, Mary Lou; his sister, Susan; and his brother, Patrick Kerry. Bob was a dedicated weight and strength...
Elsie Mae Noll
May 12, 2026
Elsie Mae Noll of Warriors Mark, PA passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Elsie was the first born of 10 siblings, 3 of whom survive her. In 1958, she married Elmer E. Noll who preceded her. She was always a caregiver of many friends, and the best babysitter! She loved and cherished her...
Faye Louise Steele
May 10, 2026
Faye Louise Steele was born February 4, 1927 in Worth Township, Port Matilda, PA the daughter of the late Florence M. Long of Tyrone, PA.She is survived by a very close cousin, Mrs. Louise Giedroc of State College, PA and close friends William & Shirley Fink of Tyrone, PA along with numerous other relatives. She was preceded in death by...
Robert Tower
May 8, 2026
Robert "Bob" H. Tower, age 71, of Tyrone, passed away on Friday May 8 th , 2026, at
home. He was born June 23, 1954, in Philipsburg, a son of Russell L. Tower and Vivian
L. (Lewis) Tower.
Bob is survived and missed by his loving wife Rachelle C. (Beery) Tower of 44 years
and a daughter, Renee C. Tower-Anderson...
Dennis Michael Hoover
May 6, 2026
Dennis Michael "Mike" Hoover of Sinking Valley died Wednesday, May 6, 2026.Born on February 4, 1946, he was the son of the late Charles F. and Margaret (Hustak) Hoover. On April 3, 1971, he married Carol M. Hileman, who survives.Also surviving are sons: Scott (Sharon) Hoover, Eric (Kristen) Hoover, Shawn Hoover; daughter: Heather (Scott) Weaver; grandchildren: Blaine Hoover, Brody Hoover,...
Glenna Louise Garman
Apr 29, 2026
Glenna Fraiser Garman, a woman of deep faith, tireless work ethic, and an unquenchable thirst for adventure, passed away surrounded by the love of her family. She was preceded by her parents Harold Fraiser and Augusta Nowark Friazer, and her brother Robert Fraiser. She graduated from Altoona High School 1954, she married the love of her life, David Garman, in...
Ronald E. Patton
Apr 21, 2026
Beloved husband, father and grandfather Ronald Patton, 89, a resident of the Hollidaysburg Veterans' Home (formerly of Tyrone) passed away on Tuesday, April 21, 2026. Ron was born in Tyrone, PA the son of Robert and Belva Patton. He married Nancy Prough on June 16, 1962. Ron is survived by his wife, daughters Michele and Marsha, sons Greg (Karen) and...
Robert C. Anders
Apr 13, 2026
Robert "Sam" Clifton Anders 78, passed away on April 13, 2026. He was born on October 8,1947, to Jack and Rosemary Anders. He was preceded in death by his parents, his brother Kevin, and his sister Cindy Lou. He is survived by his siblings, Tom (Patricia) and Susie (Jerry); his children, Robert Jr. "Sam" (Jennifer), Jack (Chrissie), Rick (Fizz), and...
Travis E Replogle
Apr 7, 2026
Travis E. Replogle, 41, of Tyrone, passed away unexpectedly on April 7, 2026. Born May 15, 1984 in Altoona, he was the son of Robb Replogle and Jennette (Kimberling) Novak. Travis is survived by both parents; grandmothers, Christine Replogle and Fran Kimberling; step mother, Lori Miller; step father, Paul Novak; siblings, Heather Novak, Justin Replogle, Courtnie Replogle, Rachel Replogle, David...
Scott Gregg
Apr 7, 2026
Scott Hunter Gregg, 77 of Tipton, passed away on Tuesday, April 7, 2026. He was born in Pittsburgh on February 12, 1949, a son of the late William D. "Bud" and Mary (Stewart) Gregg. On May 22, 1982, in Mariemont, OH he married Audrey (Becker) Gregg who survives. Also surviving is a daughter: Emily Rose Gregg; two granddaughters: Alexandria and...
