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Gerald "Jerry" T. Dorman

9/1/1934 - 11/25/2020

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Obituary For Gerald "Jerry" T. Dorman

Gerald T. “Jerry” Dorman Sept. 1, 1934 –Nov. 25, 2020

Gerald T. “Jerry” Dorman, 86, Altoona passed away Wednesday at his residence after a lengthy illness. He was born in Altoona, son of the late George A. Sr. and Alice C. (Barnes) Dorman. On October 12, 1963, he married Janet R. Ott at St. Mark’s Catholic Church. In addition to his loving wife, he is survived by daughters, Brenda (Tom) Beam and Ruth Irvin and a son Patrick (Annette) Dorman all of Altoona, and son Joseph Dorman (Mary Conda) of Minneapolis, MN; Jerry is also survived by eleven grandchildren and eleven great-grandchildren; two brothers, Jimmy Dorman of VA and Donny Dorman of CT and a sister Alice O’Donald of Bellefonte. He was preceded in death by a sister and four brothers. He attended St. Mark’s grade school and was a 1952 graduate of Altoona Catholic High School. Jerry served in the U.S. Army from 1957-1959 and in the Army Reserves till his honorable discharge in 1963. Jerry had many jobs throughout his life including the PRR, manager of several local grocery stores, maintenance positions at Marhofer Bakery, the Back Wall/Summit and Union Tank Car Co. from where he retired. He was a lifetime member of St. Mark’s Catholic Church. He was an avid sports fan especially Penn State football and the Pittsburgh Steelers and Pirates. He could be found on sunny days catching the rays from his porch to work on his tan. He enjoyed family gatherings and spending time with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. The family would like to thank UPMC Family Hospice, especially Nurse Kellie and Aide Carol, for their compassionate care. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and for the safety of all, there will be a private visitation and a funeral Mass will be held at the convenience of the family at St. Mark’s Catholic Church celebrated by Rev. George Gulash and Rev. Ronald Osinski. Committal will be held at Calvary Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the American Cancer Society: www.donate3.cancer.org or Central PA Humane Society, 1837 E. Pleasant Valley Blvd., Altoona, Pa. 16602 or online at www.centralpahumane.org in Jerry’s memory. Condolences may be made at www.stevensfamilyfuneralhomes.com or Stevens Family Funeral Homes Facebook.

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  • 12/17/2020

    Tom Ott

    Aunt Janet & family, Our sister, Sheryl, just yesterday (1216/20), was looking up your address on the internet to send out your Christmas card and found Uncle Jerry's Obituary. Please accept our deepest sympathy at this time of loss and know that Uncle Jerry will be spending Christmas with our Lord this year. Last Sheryl had checked with you was in October and at that time, all was as well as could be expected. Sorry that we were not in touch sooner concerning Uncle Jerry's health. You both were special relatives throughout our lives and we have many found memories of holiday and summer visits throughout the years. I especially appreciate the found memories of visiting you, Aunt Mary Eleanor and Poppy during Christmas time when we were young children and always receiving a nice thoughtful gift which I know you and Mary E. went to a lot of effort to provide. Our thanks to you and Uncle Jerry and your family for being part of our lives and please remember to let us know when you plan to have Uncle Jerry's memorial service so we can attend. Love and prayers. Tom Ott for the Charles A. Ott, Jr family

  • 11/30/2020

    Becky Dodson

    I'm so sorry to hear about Uncle Jerry. He was such a sweet and kind man. He will be greatly missed. Thinking of him and you all and sending love.

  • 11/29/2020

    Janet Nearhood

    My father, Melvin Weyandt and the entire Weyandt family sends our sincere condolences at this difficult time. May you take comfort in your wonderful memories

  • 11/27/2020

    Mabeth Dorman

    My condolences to Janet and the entire family for the loss of this amazing man you got to call husband, father, and grandpa. I have nothing but fond and great memories of him that will last forever. Hold on to all of the memories you have and how blessed you are to have had him in your life. My love to all

  • 11/26/2020

    Sharon Ferry

    Our deepest sympathy to Aunt Janet and all the Dorman family at this difficult time. You are in our prayers and thought. Know that Uncle Jerry is at peace now. Sharon and Don Ferry

  • 11/26/2020

    Buddy Hatch

    To the entire Dorman family I want to offer ny condolences for your loss. Jerry was a good man and father. To Joe and Pat I couldn't imagine having 2 better friends growing up with my prayers are with your entire family

  • 11/26/2020

    Dave Zeak

    We would like to offer our sympathy to Pat and Brenda and the entire Dorman family. You're in our prayers at this most difficult time. Dave and Pat Zeak

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