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Judith A. (Ruscio) Caramadre

Judith A. (Ruscio) Caramadre, 79, of Altoona, died unexpectedly on July 26, 2026, after an accidental fall in her home. She was born in Altoona, a daughter of the late Joseph A. and Goldie M. (Mobley) Ruscio. She married Jonathan C. Caramadre on July 5, 1994, in Winchester, Va. Surviving ...

Maryanne Carroll

Maryanne Carroll, 86, of Altoona, peacefully passed away Thursday at her residence, surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Altoona, the daughter of the late George and Mary (Kolbenschlag) Bussman. Maryanne was married to James R. Carroll Sr., who preceded her in death on July 17, ...

Shirley A. Estright

Shirley A. Estright, 78, of Tyrone, passed away Wednesday. She was born in Tyrone, the daughter of the late Frank and Winifred (Fricker) Kimberling. On Sept. 27, 1969, at Wesley United Methodist Church in Tyrone, she married John D. Estright, who survives. Also surviving are her son, Mark (Sherry Dillon) Estright; a brother, Robert (Sharon) Kimberling; and brother-in-law, Fred (Ruth) Estright. Shirley was a 1965 graduate of Tyrone High School and was previously employed at Big Yank. She was also a member of Wesley United Methodist Church. Friends will be received from 11 a.m. ...

Mary Grace Helsel

Mary Grace Helsel, 78, of Hollidaysburg, peacefully passed away July 22, 2026, after a short battle with pneumonia. She was born in Mill Creek, the beloved daughter of Jesse “Arn” Helsel and Allean Mae Helsel, who instilled in her a deep sense of empathy and dedication to helping others. ...

Matthew Christian Rhule

Matthew Christian Rhule passed away peacefully on July 23, 2026, at the age of 52. Born in Altoona, he was the beloved son of Mary Ellen DeHaas and Ralph E. Rhule. Matthew is survived by his parents; brother, Benjamin; nephews, Liam and Owen; his faithful border collie, Mac; and many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Matthew was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Philip and Ann Orr DeHaas; and his paternal grandparents, Ralph and Winifred Kincaid Rhule. A graduate of Altoona Area High School in 1992, Matthew went on to create a rich life of outdoor experiences, ...

Wade H. Keagy

Wade H. Keagy, 68, of Hollidaysburg, passed away Tuesday at his home. He was born in Roaring Spring, the son of Billy R. and Mabel M. (Mapes) Keagy. Wade was preceded in death by his father; and a brother, Alan. Surviving are his wife, Karla; his mother; sister-in-law, Pam; nephew, Travis; and great-niece, Allee. Wade was a 1976 graduate of Central High School. He enjoyed attending shotgun shoots, motorcycle racing at the dirt drags, jet ski riding on the river and dirt track racing. Friends will be received from 1 until the 2 p.m. service Monday, Aug. 3, 2026, at Fink & Stone Funeral ...