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Charles E. Sheaffer

Charles E. Sheaffer, 70, of Duncansville, formerly of Camp Hill, died Friday. Born in Carlisle, he is survived by his wife, Nancy; children: Melissa Smith, Melissa Nemeth, Cassandra Sheaffer, Benjamin, Andrew and Johnathan; many grandchildren; several siblings; and best friend, Randy Bistline. Chuck served in the U.S. Navy and retired as a police officer. He enjoyed puzzles, NASCAR memorabilia, and spending time with family. Friends will be received from 11 a.m. until the 1 p.m. memorial service Friday, June 27, 2025, at Sorge Funeral Home & Crematory Inc., Hollidaysburg.

Shirley L. Williamson

Shirley L. Williamson, 93, of Altoona, passed away Saturday afternoon at UPMC Altoona. Born in Altoona, she was the daughter of the late Harry R. and Gladys M. (Robinson) Clinger. Shirley is survived by her son, Lane Williamson; grandson, Parish Foreman; great-grandchildren, Phoenix and ...

Melissa Margaret ‘Missy’ Eckenrode

Melissa Margaret “Missy” Eckenrode, 58, of Gallitzin, died Friday. Born Aug. 13, 1966, the daughter of James Osman and Barbara Moschgat, she is survived by her loving husband, Doug Eckenrode; children: Matthew (Bethany), Jessica, Jason (Charity) and Adam (Shayna). Friends will be received from 4 to 8 p.m. Monday, June 16, 2025, at Gibbons Funeral Home, 301 Church St., Gallitzin. Mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Tuesday, June 17, 2025, at St. Demetrius Catholic Church, Gallitzin, by the Rev. Albert H. Ledoux. Interment at St. Mary’s cemetery. Arrangements by Gibbons Funeral Home, ...

Robert E. Ebersole

Robert E. Ebersole, 75, of Duncansville, formerly of Claysburg, passed away Thursday at UPMC Altoona. He was born in Roaring Spring, son of the late John J. Sr. and Fleta Ebersole. He married Brenda Dively on Aug. 7, 1971, in Claysburg. Surviving are his wife; three daughters: Heather ...

William Ross Garlick Jr.

William Ross Garlick Jr., 52, of Altoona, passed away Wednesday at home after a courageous battle with Pancreatic Cancer. He was born in Altoona, the son of William R. Sr. and Suzanne C. (Miller) Garlick. He was preceded in death by his mother; and his grandparents: Homer and Eleanor Miller ...

Margaret J. ‘Peggy’ Goodman

Margaret J. “Peggy” Goodman, 83, of Altoona, passed away Monday at UPMC Altoona. Born in Altoona, she was the daughter of the late Russell and Margaret (Beals) Grove. Peggy married A. Raymond Goodman on June 27, 1964, at Bethany Lutheran Church, Altoona. He preceded her in death on May ...