It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Paul C. Seymour Jr., 51, Gallitzin, on July 12, 2026. He was born December 10, 1974 in Lancaster. Paul was a man of strength, resilience, and determination. Although he lived with paralysis for many years, he faced life's challenges with courage and perseverance. He found joy in the simple things, especially hunting and fishing, and treasured time with his family and those he loved. Paul is survived by his loving mother, Edna ...

Samantha “Sam” Mary Brisini, 37, Ebensburg, passed away on June 22, 2026, at UPMC Altoona. She was born on February 14, 1989, in Altoona, daughter of Samuel and Rebecca (McMullen) Brisini. She is preceded in death by paternal grandparents, Dr. Samuel and Marie Brisini; maternal grandparents, Albert and Marie McMullen; and Godmother, Dorothy Letcher. She is survived by her parents; her cat Lucy; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, and cherished friends. Samantha earned dual ...

Gayle S. Hertzog, 89, Dysart, passed away on June 13, 2026 at Conemaugh Nason Hospital. Born July 7, 1936 in Greenwood, PA, daughter of Franklin C. and Pearl E. (Fisher) Smith. She is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Charles “Pat” Hertzog; and son, Patrick (Fiancee Cindy Weakland) Hertzog. She is survived by son, Luke (Anita) Hertzog of Dysart; Grandchild, Brandy (Kevin) Eckenrod and her children, Joelle, Emma and Evelyn; Eileen (Carl) Dumm; Grandchildren; Patrick ...

Chad David Lewis, 52, Loretto, passed away peacefully on June 12,2026 at Allegheny General Hospital Pittsburgh. Born April 4, 1974 in Johnstown, son of Glenn and Margaret “Lynne” (Hutchinson) Lewis. He is preceded in death by his father. He is survived by his mother Lynne; His loving wife of 22 years, Erin Lewis; children, Skylar and Gavin Lewis; brother, Sean (Polly) Lewis; and numerous friends who were like family to him. Chad was employed at Chantilly Autobody for 25 years as ...

Robert Edward “Bob” Frontz Jr, 61, Ashville, passed away June 10, 2026. Born October 13, 1964 in Altoona, son of Robert Edward Frontz Sr. and Bonnie Ann (Baker) Hill. He is preceded in death by his parents; and his sister, Jeannie Norris. He is survived by his sisters, Tina Walters and Mary Ann McGee; Nieces and Nephews, Jessie (Chuck) House, Martin Walters II, Alysa Frontz, Jennifer Miller, Shawn Markel Jr., Colleen  McGee, and Kyle McGee; and 13 Great Nieces and Nephews. ...

Frederick C. Scanlan, 79, Lilly, passed away May 29, 2026 at UPMC Altoona. Born October 7, 1946 in Munster, son of Joseph O. and Florence C. (Sutton) Scanlan. He is preceded in death by his parents; and his twin sister, JoAnne Hoover. He is survived by his life partner, Rebecca Halapy; brothers, Donald and Glenn Scanlan; and numerous nieces and nephews. Frederick was a U.S. Navy Veteran during the Vietnam Era. He was employed as a Corporal in the PA State Police as a trooper and a Plane and ...

Calvin James Ates, 27, Nanty Glo, passed away Monday morning, May 18,2026. Born September 9, 1998 in Johnstown, son of James and Lori (Stoy) Ates. He is preceded in death by his maternal grandmother, Dorothy (Replogle) Stoy; aunt, Louise (Stoy) Baker; paternal grandfather, Calvin L. Ates and paternal grandmother, Virginia Ates; and uncle, Donald Ates. He is survived by his parents; siblings, Savannah Ates of Pleasant Gap, and Jimmy (Quinique) Ates of New Florence; grandfather, James (Gus) ...

James Francis “Jim” McMullen, 78, Ashville, passed on May 17, 2026 at home surrounded by his loving family. Born December 3, 1947 in Ashville, son of Charles and Sarah (Watt) McMullen. He is preceded in death by his parents, granddaughter Becky Sherry; brother John McMullen; twin sisters Catherine Leise and Teresa Lengyel; sisters, Patty Kibler and Margaret Whiteford; and brother-in-law, Phil Leise. He is survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Eileen (Byrne) McMullen; children, ...

Kenneth O. “60” Watt, 69, Ashville, passed away on May 3, 2026 at home surrounded by his loving family. Born May 6, 1956 in Spangler, son of the late Fredrick and Alma (Blackstone) Watt. He was preceded in death by brothers, Bill, Fred, Jim, Herman, Bo, Rich, Don, and Dave Watt; and sisters, Flo Ehrhart and Kathy Wisilosky. He is survived by his loving wife, Kathie Watt; children, Jessica (John) Gorba, Timothy Watt, Adam Watt, and Sarah Watt; 7 grandchildren, Owen, Neveah, ...

Rita J. Funicelli, 91, Dean, passed away April 4, 2026 at UPMC Altoona. Born September 8, 1934 in Ashville. Daughter of the late Harvey and Maude (Ivory) Sutton. She was married to the late Robert P. Funicelli on April 20, 1963 in Ashville. She is survived by children, Robert (Leslie) Funicelli of Peoria, AZ, Randy (Cindy) Funicelli of Warwick, RI, and Karen (Mark) Smithmyer of Dean, with whom she resided with; 3 grandchildren, Kathleen Funicelli, Zachary and Anthony Smithmyer; sister, ...