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Gregory M. Turchetta
07/01/1947 - 09/01/2023
Obituary For Gregory M. Turchetta
Gregory M. Turchetta
July 1, 1947-September 1, 2023
Gregory M. Turchetta, 76, Hollidaysburg, passed away Friday at UPMC Altoona.
He was born in Altoona, the son of the late Albert and Matilda “Tillie” (DiSabato) Turchetta. Greg married Linda E. Abram on September 7, 1968, she preceded him in death on May 19, 2021.
He is survived by his three children: Gregory A. Turchetta (Marsha) of Altoona, Matthew R. Turchetta (Tanya) of Greensburg and Reghan A. Turchetta of Altoona; seven grandchildren: Morgan, Greggie, Rylee, Ann-Marie, Ella, Maddie and Matthew; nieces: Jodi Turchetta, Kim (Turchetta) Lynch and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
Greg was preceded in death by a brother, Richard Turchetta.
He was a 1965 graduate of Bishop Guilfoyle High School and attended St. Francis College. Greg served in the U.S. Army Reserves.
Greg was previously the owner of Mr. T’s Roadhouse Restaurant in York, PA. He also spent 40 years owning, managing and consulting automobile dealerships.
He was a member at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church in York, PA.
Greg was a member of the Swiss Club.
He was an avid car enthusiast, drag racer, street rodder and had been a member of the National Hot Rod Association. Greg was an avid Penn State and Pittsburgh Steeler fan. He loved spending time with his grandkids, where he enjoyed going to Miracle League games, baseball games and dance recitals.
Friends will be received from 3-6 pm, Wednesday, September 6, 2023 at The Stevens Mortuary, Inc., 1421 8th Ave., Altoona, Pa. 16602, where a funeral service will immediately follow at 6 pm in the Stevens Memorial Chapel. Committal will be held at Calvary Cemetery.
The family suggests, contributions be made in Greg’s memory to: Miracle League of Blair County, P.O. Box 1091, Altoona, PA 16603 or online: https://pamiracleleague.com/donate or St. Vincent DePaul Society, 945 Franklin St., Johnstown, PA 15905.
Condolences may be offered at www.stevensfamilyfuneralhomes.com or Stevens Family Funeral Homes Facebook.
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