Donnie R. Musselman

April 23, 1942-Oct. 2, 2023

Donnie R. Musselman, 81, Altoona, passed away peacefully on Monday, after a brief illness.

He was born to the late Grace (Musselman) Fultz on April 23, 1942, in Claysburg, PA.

Donnie married Cynthia C. (Benton) Musselman on Sept. 7, 1964 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church.

Surviving are his wife and sons: Scott (Deborah) and children, Cory and Nicole Musselman, Brian (Sandra) and children, Sarah, Emma and Leah Musselman; daughter-in-law, Jennifer and children, Trent, Rachel and Adam Musselman; siblings: Harold Fultz, Jr., Donna Ieraci and Joyce Fultz.

He was preceded in death by a son, Terry Musselman on Nov. 25, 2022.

Donnie was a 1960 graduate of Claysburg High School. He served in the U.S. Army from 1964-1966. From 1970-1998 he served the city of Altoona in the Police Department and after those 28 years of service, he went on to the Altoona Area School District as a Security Greeter for 14 years.

He was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church and the Free Order of Police, Lodge #8.

Donnie enjoyed hunting and working in his garden, but especially loved vacations at the beach with his family. He was so proud of all eight of his grandchildren.

Friends will be received from 4-7 pm on Thursday, Oct. 5, 2023 at The Stevens Mortuary, Inc., 1421 8th Avenue, Altoona, Pa. 16602, where a vigil for the deceased will be held. A funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10 am on Friday, Oct. 6, 2023 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 1405 5th Avenue, Altoona, Pa. 16602 with Fr. Lubomir Strecok. Committal will be held at Calvary Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the griffithfamilyfoundation.org in honor of his son, Terry.

Condolences can be made at www.stevensfamilyfuneralhomes.com or Stevens Family Funeral Homes Facebook.