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William F. Nealen

William F. Nealen, 93, Nicktown, passed away Sunday. He was born in Spangler, son of the late William and Helen (Marsh) Nealen. He was also preceded in death by a brother, James. Surviving are his wife of 64 years, Gloria; children, Sandra Amory and William, Gregory, Daniel and Thomas Nealen; 10 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; a brother, Donald Nealen; and sister-in-law, Della Nealen. Friends will be received from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, June 8, 2026, at Moriconi Funeral Home Inc., Northern Cambria. A funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Tuesday, June 9, 2026, at St. Nicholas ...

Sherry Melissa Traveny

Sherry Melissa Traveny, 67, of Cresson, died Wednesday at Maple Heights Health and Rehab Center, Ebensburg. She was born in Washington, D.C., a daughter of Carol (McCombs) Traveny and the late Lynn A. Traveny. She is survived by her mother of Fallentimber; her twin sister, Terri Simmers; brothers: Eric, Timothy, Nathaniel and Daniel Traveny. A 1977 graduate of Glendale High School, Sherry had a passion for horses, enjoyed artwork and was skilled at painting and drawing. Currently there are no services planned. Arrangements are by McQuown Funeral Home, Glasgow.

Amy L. Weston-Lutz

Amy L. Weston-Lutz, 68, of Altoona, passed away Tuesday. She was born in Altoona, daughter of the late Richard and Mary Ellen (Caldwell) Weston. She was preceded in death by her husband of 49 years, William Lutz; and a son, Desmond. Surviving are her children: a daughter, Tessa Ginther and husband, Timothy; a son, Jeremiah Lutz and wife, Kaitlyn; and seven grandchildren. Amy graduated from Altoona Area High School and enjoyed spending time with her family, camping and being outdoors. All services are private at Sorge Funeral Home & Crematory Inc., Hollidaysburg.

Donald R. Ellis

Donald R. Ellis, 89, of Duncansville, formerly of Portage, passed away Tuesday. He was born in Portage, son of the late Clyde and Genevieve (Moyer) Ellis. He was also preceded in death by a sister, Darlene O’Shaben. Surviving are his wife of 68 years, Betty Jane (Crum) Ellis; children: Diane Corran, Jeffrey Ellis, Jennifer Glass, Donald Ellis, Tracy Beaupre and Susan Kirsch; and several grandchildren. Our family is grateful to Celebration Villa and Gentiva Hospice for their loving care and support. At Don’s request, there will be no public visitation or services. Arrangements are by ...

Carol A. Foor

Carol A. Foor, 83, of Bellwood, died Tuesday at UPMC Altoona. She was born in Bellwood, daughter of the late William H. and Ada A. (VanScoyoc) Root. Surviving are her husband, Lloyd W.; and children, Lloyd Bradley Foor and Crystal Clark. She was preceded in death by her son, Tim Root; and a brother, William H. Root Jr. To honor her wishes, there will be no public viewing, visitation or funeral services. Arrangements are by Jon C. Russin Funeral Home Inc., Bellwood.

Patricia Ann ‘Patsy’ Gallagher

Patricia Ann “Patsy” Gallagher, 94, of Hollidaysburg, died Tuesday morning. She was born in Clearfield, daughter of the late Walter and Natalie Straw. Patsy was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She married Joseph V. Gallagher on July 18, 1953, in Hollidaysburg. ...