Earl Ralph “JR” Nyiri

June 1, 1951-December 7, 2024

Earl Ralph “JR” Nyiri , 73, lifelong resident of Altoona, passed away Saturday at UPMC Altoona. He was born in Altoona, the son of the late Norma (Loucks) Potter and stepfather, Harold Potter.

Upon graduating from Altoona High School in 1970, JR served two years in the Army where he was stationed in Germany.

Over the years, JR worked for many Altoona area employers. He worked at North American Communications and Tenth St. Café.

JR was most recently a resident of the Hollidaysburg Veterans Home.

He is survived by his loving sister, Alice Sauter and her husband, Ken of Royal Oak, MI; his special cousin, Rami Norris of Stewartstown and many friends, including, two special ones, Roy Smith and Ruth Wolf, both of Altoona and numerous cousins. JR will be dearly missed by all who knew him.

At JR’s request, there will be no visitation or services. Interment will be held at Grandview Cemetery at the convenience of the family.

Arrangements are provided by The Stevens Mortuary, Inc., 1421 8th Avenue, Altoona, PA 16602.

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