Gretchen W. Sell Oct. 6, 1938-Nov. 18, 2021

Gretchen W. Sell, 83, Altoona, went home to be with the Lord at Maybrook Hills Health and Rehabilitation Center Thursday after an extended illness. She was born in Altoona, the daughter of the late Milton and Gail (Bohlman) Wills. Gretchen married Ray D. Sell, Jr. on August 3, 1957 in Altoona. Gretchen is survived by her loving husband of 64 years; three daughters: Deborah (Rick) Auker of Altoona, Gail (Eric) Stoltz of Blue Knob, Jennifer (Rob) Rupert of Laureldale, Pa; four grandchildren: Nichole (Gus) Reyna, Justin Auker, Nicholas Stoltz (Audbrey) and Cameron Rupert; five great-grandchildren; and a brother, Michael Wills of Lacey, WA. She was preceded in death by a sister, Linda Calvin. Gretchen was a 1956 graduate of Altoona High School. She retired as a Leader from Weight Watchers after 42 years of service and as a Receptionist with the Altoona Mirror after 16 years. She was an active member at First Grace Brethren Church of Altoona. Gretchen was a Deaconess and enjoyed singing in the choir. A private funeral service will be held at the convenience of the family. The family asks that contributions be made in Gretchen’s memory, American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 22718, Oklahoma City, OK 73123-17818; Alzheimer’s Association, 225 N. Michigan Ave. Fl. 17, Chicago, IL 60601 or First Grace Brethren Church, 2934 Maple Ave., Altoona, Pa. 16601. Condolences may be made at www.stevensfamilyfuneralhomes.com or Stevens Family Funeral Homes Facebook.