All Obituaries

Sandra Lee (Fisher) Cuomo, 82, Altoona passed away Wednesday at Graystone Grand Palazzo Personal Care Home. She was born in Altoona, daughter of the late William and Evelyn (Eichenlaub) Fisher. On July 21, 1962 she married the love of her life, Alfred “Fred” Cuomo, with whom she spent 61 years of marriage. She is survived by her loving husband, Fred; two daughters: Julie Fabie, of York, and Jacqueline (Paul) Rhule, of Altoona; 3 grandchildren, who knew her only as...

Jesse R. Filer, 45, Altoona, passed away on Saturday. He was born in Altoona, son of William Filer and Brenda (Boling) Servello; step-father, Frank Servello; and step-mother, Dawn Filer. He is survived by a son, Jesse Liam Filer; a sister, Colleen (Domenick) McEldowney; a brother, Justin (Rachel) Filer; along with several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins. At the request of the deceased, there will be no viewing or services. Arrangements are by Santella Funeral...

Steven A. Gilbert, 81, Hollidaysburg, met Jesus in glory on March 16, 2023, at home. Steve was a wonderful man who lived to know and love God and to share the Good News of Jesus Christ. He spent his days reading the Holy Bible, studying commentaries, and analyzing the world from a profound Christian worldview. He was an incredibly talented artist, an intelligent, thoughtful, wise, and generous man, and loved to teach the Bible and proclaim Christ. Steve is survived by his wife, Amy Webster;...

Jane Orlando, 97,of Altoona, died Sunday, March 5. She was born December 1, 1925 in Osterburg, PA., the daughter of Mayme (Crissman) and Charles R. Slick. She was a wife of the late Edward Orlando. Jane came from a family that traces its roots to the Bedford, PA area since the eighteenth century. Her ancestors played a significant role in the growth of that area, both at the state congressional, as well as, political levels. Academics were critical to the family. Jane graduated from Bedford...

William D. Nolan, 76, of Altoona, passed away on March 4, 2023, due to health complications. Bill was born in Altoona on July 28, 1946. He is survived by his son, Christopher Nolan and his wife Patricia; and grandchildren: Emily, Shane, and Karalyn Nolan; his daughter, Gretchen (Nolan) Bowman and her husband James Bowman; and grandchildren: Elena and Lydia Bowman; his sister Linda Nolan-Labbe and her husband Ron Labbe; his niece, Michelle Andersen; his nephew Brett Labbe; and his first wife,...

Jerry Stefanini, 78, of Altoona, flew with angels Thursday surrounded by his loving family. He struggled for many years and fought hard with a smile against several illnesses. He was born in Altoona.  He was married for 42 years to his wife and caretaker, Nancy Stefanini.  Jerrold was the hardest working salesman you would ever meet. He could sell you the pen from his pocket.  He served in the Army Reserves and then worked for International Harvester, Maximum Machine Co. as...

Marianne (Figliorenzo) Caracciolo 83, of Flinton, PA, passed away Feb. 26, 2023 at her home in Weeki Wachee, Florida surrounded by her family and close friends. A native of Altoona, PA, Marianne was born April 9, 1939 to the late Catherine (Stefanini) and Raymond Figliorenzo. Marianne, and her late husband Richard (Dick), were a pillar of the community surrounding Glendale Lake near Patton, PA. They started and owned several businesses around the lake such as The Pirate's Cove...

Jean M. Fusco, 93, Altoona, passed away Tuesday at Maybrook Hills. Born in Altoona, the daughter of the late Antonio and Faustina (BiMatre) Fusco. Jean married Rudolph Fusco, who preceded her in death in 1987. Jean was also preceded in death by seven siblings. Surviving are two daughters, four sons, numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Jean was the last surviving member of her immediate family. She worked as a nurse’s aide and personal care giver for many...

Stephen J. Pellegrine, 83, Altoona, passed away Wednesday at UPMC Altoona. He was born in Altoona, son of the late Umberto and Adella “Ida” (Marinucci) Pellegrine. On June 9, 1962 he married the love of his life, Theresa Balasco. Steve graduated from Altoona High School in 1957 and was a member of the US 28th Infantry Division Band of the National Guard. Steve was a self-taught sign painter. He started his lengthy career in Florida, where he learned to letter buildings,...

Jane A. Rubino, Altoona, passed away Friday at UPMC Altoona. She was born in Altoona, daughter of the late Nicholas and Maria (Santoianni) Maucieri.  On July 15, 1950, she married Michael A. Rubino. He preceded her in death in 2017.  She is survived by a daughter, Michele (Christopher) McConnell, of Hollidaysburg; two sisters-in-law, Anne Rubino and Carmenia Schorner; and many nieces and nephews.  She was preceded in death by three brothers: Anthony, Carmen and Joseph...