Reba A. Gelbke

Feb 5, 1969 – July 16, 2025

Reba A. Gelbke, 56, of Puzzletown, passed away Wednesday at UPMC Altoona. She was born in Altoona, daughter of the late Michael Gelbke and Yvonne (McConnell) Snyder.

Surviving is her son, Joshua Laird and wife, Hannah of Altoona; four grandchildren: Khloe, Emmie, Kali, and Kinsley; a niece, Stacie; and a nephew, Brandon.

She was preceded in death by a sister, Michele L. Stewart.

Reba worked at Maybrook Hills as a dietary aide and enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren.

Friends will be received from 2 to 4pm Monday, July 28, 2025 at Sorge Funeral Home & Crematory Inc., Hollidaysburg, where a memorial service will immediately follow at 4pm.

In lieu of flowers, please make memorials to Second Chance Strays: 1101 13th Ave., Altoona, PA 16601.

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