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Joseph T. Vanneman

Joseph T. Vanneman, 83, of Gallitzin, died Saturday. He was born in Penn’s Grove, N.J., son of the late Simon Vanneman and Lillian (Brumhammer) Sutphin. He was predeceased by brothers, William and Carl; and brother-in-law, John Franchetti. Surviving are his wife, Maria; sister-in-law, Debra Franchetti; and nephew, William Vanneman. Joseph was a U.S. Navy veteran and served as a police officer for many years. Family will gather privately at Gibbons-Houser Funeral Home Inc., Gallitzin. A graveside service will be held Aug. 1, 2026, at Lawnside Cemetery, Woodstown, N.J.

Vicki Kay Caber

Vicki Kay Caber, 73, of Tampa, Fla., formerly of Altoona, passed away early Friday morning with her children at her side. Vicki was born in Altoona, the daughter of the late Paul and Helen (Gummo) Robinson of Bellwood. She was a 1970 graduate of Bellwood-Antis High School. Vicki is survived by her daughter, Misty D. Caber of Tampa, Fla.; and her son, Randy H. Caber Jr. in New Mexico; and her extended family. In accordance with Vicki’s wishes, there will be no public service. Donations can be made in Vicki’s name to Pet Pal Animal Shelter, St. Petersburg, Fla.

Raymond C. Nebgen

Raymond C. Nebgen, 89, of Altoona, passed away Saturday. He was born in Altoona, a son of the late Ralph and Anna Louise (Stitzell) Nebgen. Surviving are his wife, Susan; daughters: Cheri Frederick, Shannon Boyle and Jessica Nebgen; his grandchildren; and sisters, Betty Burd and Marlene Lingenfelter. He was preceded in death by a brother, Ralph Nebgen. Raymond was a veteran of the United States Army. Friends will be received from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, July 30, 2026, at Mauk & Yates Funeral Home Inc., 719 N. Fourth Ave., Altoona, where military honors will be accorded at 7 p.m.

Shirley J. Black

Shirley J. Black, 89, of Altoona, died early Friday morning, July 24, 2026, at UPMC Altoona following a brief illness. She was born July 28, 1936, in Altoona, a daughter of the late Lester J. and Mabel J. (Decker) Salsgiver. She married Andrew Thomas Black on June 16, 1954. He preceded her in death May 15, 2020. Surviving are two children, son, Thomas A. Black (Donna) of Birmingham and daughter Connie J. Robbins (George) of Harrisburg; seven grandchildren, including Michael Black, who was raised in the home; seven great-grandchildren; a brother, Ronald Salsgiver; a ...

Siglinde G. Brantner

Siglinde G. Brantner 86, of Williamsburg, passed away Sunday, July 26, 2026, at Celebration Villa of Altoona. Full obituary to follow. Arrangements by Fink & Stone Funeral Home and Cremation Services Inc., Williamsburg.

Ronald Ray ‘Squirrel’ Gensamer

Ronald Ray “Squirrel” Gensamer, 84, of Tyrone, died Saturday at Maybrook Hills Rehab and Healthcare Center, Altoona. He was born in Altoona, one of seven children of the late Jerry W. and Mary (VanScoyoc) Gensamer. In March 1972, he married Donna L. Neff. Ronald is survived by his wife; ...