Edith L. Wagner

August 25, 1946-November 13, 2024

Edith L. Wagner, 78, Altoona, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Wednesday at Maybrook Hills Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center. She was born in Johnstown, the daughter of the late James L. and Agnes (Thiel) Smith, Sr.

Edith married Merle Perry Wagner on June 20, 1964.

She is survived by her loving husband of 60 years; her four children: James L. Wagner (René) of Maytown, Thomas P. Wagner (Melissa) of Lititz, Melissa L. Beam (Shawn) of Hooversville and Melinda A. Fogal (Robert) of Altoona; eight grandchildren: Alexander, Patricia, Victoria, Zachary, Elizabeth, Emma, Brianna and Joseph; six great-grandchildren and her two brothers: Joseph Smith of Atlanta, Georgia and James Smith of Cresson.

Edith was preceded in death by two sisters: April Gordon and Colleen Morocco and four great-grandchildren.

She was a graduate of Ferndale Area High School and Cambria Rowe Business School. Edith retired as the secretary for Riverside Christian Academy in 1995.

She was a member of Tipton Baptist and had a personal relationship with her Lord.

Edith enjoyed making cards to brighten someone’s day. She was involved with AWANA and loved spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren.

Friends will be received from 1-3 pm on Monday, November 18, 2024 at The Stevens Mortuary, Inc., 1421 8th Avenue, Altoona, PA 16602.

Interment will be held at Rose Hill Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that contributions be made in Edith’s memory to: American Cancer Society, PO Box 862 Carnegie, Pa. 15106/cancer.org/givehope.

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