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Obituaries

Charles J. Cates

Charles J. Cates, 76, Martinsburg, formerly of Altoona, passed away early Thursday at Homewood at Martinsburg. He was born in Altoona, son of the late Joseph C. and Nellie E. (Forsht) Cates. On Jan. 29, 1983, he married Beth A. Whitfield in Altoona. In addition to his wife of 42 years, he ...

Russell F. Ellenberger

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 ...

Robert W. ‘Bob’ Engle

Robert W. “Bob” Engle, 57, of Bellwood, died unexpectedly at his home. He was born in Altoona, a son of the late Edward S. Jr. and Carole K. (Hollen) Engle. Surviving are his children, Robert W. Jr. and Amber M. (Joshua Aiken) Engle; two grandsons, Braxton and Xaiver; two brothers, ...

Carol J. (McCall) Gale

Carol J. (McCall) Gale, 78, of Hollidaysburg, passed away Saturday, July 19, 2025, at The Winds. She was born in Sligo, daughter of the late Victor and Lottie (Bashline) McCall. Surviving are a daughter, Rebecca Black, of Hollidays­burg; two sons, Kevin Black (Andrea) in Idiana, and Dennis ...