Obituaries
Altoona, PA Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Altoona, Blair County, PA & Surrounding Areas
Barbara Jean Kimberling
Sep 30, 2025
Barbara Jean Kimberling, age 68, of Altoona, passed away on the evening of September 30, 2025, at UPMC-Altoona. She was born to the late Alvin K. Hagerty and Evelyn (McMullen) Harshberger in Altoona. On May 17, 1989, she united in marriage with Samuel J. Kimberling, IV, in Roaring Spring.
Barbara is survived by her devoted husband, Samuel, as well as her...
Ronald Kirkpatrick
Sep 29, 2025
Ronald Kirkpatrick, 82, of Altoona, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully at his home on Monday.
He was born in Tyrone, the son of the late George and Marian (Foust) Kirkpatrick.
Ronald was twice married; firstly to Ruth McNelis in April 1964, and later to Sandra Boggs in February 1990. In addition to his beloved wife, Sandra, he is survived by three children: Jill...
Mary Ann Gottshall
Sep 27, 2025
Mary Ann Gottshall, 92, Altoona, passed away Saturday at her home.
She was born in Petoskey, Michigan, daughter of the late Thomas and Bernice (Witroski) Malec.
On April 23, 1960, she married Edward R. Gottshall in Long Beach, CA.
In addition to her husband of 65 years, she is survived by a daughter, Jennifer Melbinger and husband Timothy; a son, Jonathan Gottshall and...
Carol L. Carter
Sep 25, 2025
Carol L. Carter, 82, Altoona, passed away Thursday at Homewood Living Martinsburg.
She was born in Altoona, daughter of the late Walter and Charlotte (Spalding) Beckel.
On June 17, 1978, she married William T. Carter in Altoona. He preceded her in death on March 17, 2024.
She is survived by a daughter, Melissa Berard of Pittsburgh; a step-daughter, Jennifer Galanick (Joseph) or Sterling,...
Beth A. Cates
Sep 15, 2025
Beth A. Cates, 70, of Martinsburg, formerly of Altoona, passed away peacefully on Monday at Homewood Living, Martinsburg.
She was born in Altoona, daughter of the late Robert L. and Charlotte M. (Fletcher) Whitfield. On January 29, 1983, she married Charles J. Cates in Altoona. He preceded her in death on July 24, 2025.
Beth is survived by four daughters: Stephanie L....
Lillie C. Ainscough
Sep 14, 2025
Lillie C. Ainscough, 104, Hollidaysburg, peacefully passed away Sunday.
She was born in Altoona, daughter of the late Daniel C. and Grace E. (Stonebraker) Showalter.
On October 20, 1945, she married Robert W. Ainscough in Altoona; he preceded her in death on October 22, 1997.
Lillie is survived by a daughter, Cynda Ann Rehm (Nunzio) of Altoona, along with a daughter-in-law, Judy Ainscough...
Marjorie Eva McMasters
Sep 10, 2025
Marjorie “Marge” Eva McMasters,82, Hollidaysburg, passed away Wednesday at UPMC Altoona.
She was born in Altoona, daughter of the late Evans, Sr. and Ruth N. (Diehl) Hite. She was twice married. She married Ronald R. Hofmann in 1970 at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Altoona. He preceded her in death in 1985. She later married Robert F. McMasters on October 21, 1995...
Michael James Mortimer, Jr.
Sep 5, 2025
Michael James Mortimer, Jr., 35, Altoona, passed away early Friday morning after a tragic accident.
He was born in Corona, CA, son of Michael James Mortimer, Sr. and Betty (Yerty) Clark.
In addition to his parents, he is survived by his step-father, Todd Clark; wife, Paula Mortimer; three sons: Michael, III, Caleb and Benjamin; and siblings: Quentin Clark, Rochell Yerty, Willow Mortimer,...
Ruth A. Nail
Sep 5, 2025
Ruth A. Nail, 80, Tyrone, passed away early Friday morning at her home.
She was born in Altoona, daughter of the late Robert and Mabel (Zimmers) Guerin. She married Edward Thomas Nail in 1964. He preceded her in death on November 28, 2018.
She is survived by four children: Edward T. Nail, Jr. and wife Meg of Sinking Valley, Bob Nail and...
Vincent F. Ronzo
Aug 16, 2025
Vincent Frank Ronzo, Jr., age 60, of Altoona, Pennsylvania, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday at UPMC Presbyterian in Pittsburgh.
Born in Brooklyn, New York, he was the son of the late Vincent Frank, Sr. and Jeannette (Taylor) Ronzo. Vincent married Amy Jo Herr on September 16, 2020, in Altoona.
He is survived by his loving wife, Amy; a sister, Joyce Ronzo; and...
Linda F. Stacey
Aug 11, 2025
Linda F. Stacey, 74, Altoona, passed away peacefully, Monday, surrounded by her loving family.
She was born in Altoona, daughter of the late Francis and Helen Ball.
On July 20, 1968, she married Richard Ellis Stacey in Altoona with whom she shared a loving partnership of 57 years.
In addition to her devoted husband Richard; she is survived by a daughter, Lisa Renee...
Robert B. Clark, Jr.
Aug 9, 2025
Robert B. Clark, Jr., 80, Altoona, passed away Saturday at Midtown Oaks Health & Rehab Center.
He was born in Baltimore, MD, son of the late Robert B., Sr. and Freda (Lindsay) Clark.
He is survived by his wife, Karen L.; and three brothers: Tom Clark of Martinsburg, Bill Clark (Linda) of Altoona and Brian Clark of Hollidaysburg.
He was preceded in death...
Karen J. Walker
Jul 29, 2025
Karen J. Walker, 74, Altoona, passed away peacefully Tuesday at her home.
Born in Lawton, Oklahoma, she was the daughter of the late Oscar and Jessie (Kwiatkowski) Grim.
Karen's legacy lives on through her children: Shawn Walker and wife Tonya of Altoona, Michelle Walker of Mercersburg, Brian Walker of Altoona, Ami Ehlenberger and husband Jeff of Lansdale, and Heather Morris and husband...
Russell F. Ellenberger
Jul 24, 2025
Russell F. Ellenberger, 78, Altoona, went home to be with his Lord and Savior late Thursday evening.
He was born in Altoona, son of the late Victor M. and Marjorie (Carling) Ellenberger.
Russ is survived by his devoted wife, Pam, and their four children: John Ellenberger, and wife Kristen Spencer of Fairfax, VA; Kristen John of Hollidaysburg; Kelly Bassler, and husband Dusty...
Charles J. Cates
Jul 24, 2025
Charles J. Cates, 76, Martinsburg, formerly of Altoona, passed away early Thursday at Homewood Living at Martinsburg.
He was born in Altoona, son of the late Joseph C. and Nellie E. (Forsht) Cates. On January 29, 1983, he married Beth A. Whitfield in Altoona.
In addition to his wife, of 42 years, he is survived by four daughters: Michelle L. Carr (John)...
Shirley Burket
Jul 23, 2025
Shirley Burket, 85, Duncansville, passed away Wednesday at her home.
She was born in Bedford, daughter of the late Russell and Sarah (Claar) Stiffler. She married Woodrow Burket, Jr. who preceded her in death on December 24, 1983.
She is survived by a son, Randy Burkett and wife Sheryl of Altoona; a daughter, Susan Noel of Tampa, FL; grandchildren: Jenna Burkett and...
Dorothy Gehret
Jul 14, 2025
Dorothy Gehret, 92, formerly of Altoona went to be with the Lord at Presbyterian Village in Hollidaysburg.
She was born June 7, 1933, daughter of the late Benton and Grace (Price) Gutshall. She married James R. Gehret, Sr. who preceded her in death on June 30, 1999.
Surviving are four children, a daughter: Susan Parsons (Bruce) of FL; three sons: William G....
Jeffrey Lynn Oblinger
Jul 12, 2025
Jeffrey Lynn Oblinger, 64, Altoona, passed away unexpectedly Saturday.
Born in Altoona, Jeffrey was the beloved son of the late Robert and Carrie “Peg” (Holsinger) Oblinger. He found his soulmate in Lisa Renae Kane, and they were united in marriage on October 24, 1981. Their bond of 43 years was marked by unwavering support and deep affection. The two were high...
Virginia M. Dandrea
Jul 11, 2025
Virginia M. “Ginny” Dandrea, 92, Altoona, passed away Friday at UPMC Altoona.
She was born in Spangler, Cambria County, PA, daughter of the late Nicholas and Cathrine (McArry) Coover.
On September 14, 1956, she married David L. Dandrea at First Church of Christ in Altoona.
She is survived by her husband, David, of 68 years and a niece, Sharon Rummell. She is also...
Irene Decker
Jul 5, 2025
Irene Decker, 73, Altoona, passed away Saturday at UPMC Altoona.
She was born in Altoona, daughter of the late Carl A. and Mae J. (Morgan) Farber.
On February 29, 1981, she married John Decker. He preceded her in death in May of 2001.
She is survived by a daughter, Nichole Decker of Altoona; grandson, John Decker; siblings: Carol Hummel (Terry) of Jacksonville, FL,...
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