Dale R. Alters, 90, formerly of Moose Run, passed away peacefully on Friday, March 13, 2026, at the Hollidaysburg Veterans Home. Born February 14, 1936, in Coburn, he was the son of the late Paul and Madilyn (Hosterman) Alters. On July 20, 1963, he married Sandra “Gayle” Butler, who preceded him in death in 1998.
Dale attended Penns Valley Area High School. On January 28, 1958, he enlisted in the United States Navy and faithfully served his country until his honorable discharge on January 26, 1962. At the time of his discharge, he had achieved the rank of ADR3.
Following his military service, Dale returned home and began working as a mill worker at Cerro Metal in Bellefonte, where he dedicated many years of service before retiring.
Dale was a quiet and hardworking man who found enjoyment in life’s simple pleasures. He liked tinkering with his garden tractor and took pride in keeping his yard neat and well cared for. He and Gayle also enjoyed traveling together in their camper, creating many fond memories on camping trips and bus excursions. Above all else, Dale treasured time spent with his family. His children and grandchildren meant the world to him, and he deeply valued every moment with them.
He is survived by his daughter, Kimberly R. Miller and her husband, Darren, of Duncannon, PA; four grandchildren, Wayne E. Miller, Lance A. Miller, Taylr D. Alters, and Alexis K. (Alters) Varner; and two great-grandchildren, Spencer and Parker.
He is also survived by two sisters, Lavene Naugle of Selinsgrove, PA, and Colleen Guffy and her husband, David, of Mifflinburg.
In addition to his parents and wife, Dale was preceded in death by his son, Rodney A. Alters; a granddaughter, Brittany Miller; and three brothers, Ronald, Loren, and Delbert Alters.
A graveside service will be held on Tuesday, March 17, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at Schenck’s Cemetery in Howard, with Pastor Alan Eckenroad officiating. Military honors will be accorded.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Daughenbaugh Funeral Home, Inc., Milesburg, PA. An online guestbook may be signed and condolences shared with the family at www.daughenbaughfuneralhome.com