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Official Obituary of

Richard R Cartwright

January 14, 2018

Richard Cartwright Obituary

Richard R. Cartwright, age 75, of Altoona, died Sunday, January 14, 2018 at UPMC Altoona. Born on September 15, 1942 in Altoona, he was a son of the late Rollen C. and Gertrude G. (McCoy) Cartwright.

Survived by a daughter, Michelle Blass (Jim); a grandson, Alex; a great-grandchild, Matthew, all of Hummelstown; a sister, Carol of Ohio; a brother, John of Florida; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Darlene J. (Rupp) Cartwright, and a brother, Wayne.

Richard was a graduate of Altoona High School. He retired from Norfolk Southern in 2002. He was an active member of Kingdom Hall, Altoona.

He enjoyed hiking, cross-country skiing and traveling. He loved the mountains and the outdoors, and especially loved Altoona.

At the request of the deceased there will be no viewing or services. Interment will take place privately at Carson Valley Cemetery.


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  • Sunday, January 14, 2018
    At NO VIEWING OR SERVICES

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