Julius C. Knorr Feb. 6, 1942-Feb. 11, 2022

Julius C. Knorr, 80, Altoona, passed away at his residence Friday morning. He was born in Altoona, the son of the late Chester and Mary (Brua) Knorr. Julius married Linda M. Leipold on June 15, 1963 at St. Mark’s Catholic Church in Altoona. Julius is survived by his loving wife of 58 years; his sons: Joseph (Sarah) Knorr of Ocean Pines, MD, and Michael (Suzy) Knorr of Altoona; a daughter, Rebecca (Jeffrey) Peters of Canonsburg; seven grandchildren: Leah, Brooke, and Justin Peters, Isabella, Parker, Sophia and Henry Knorr; his brother, John Knorr of Altoona and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his sister, Mary Lou Mathieu. Julius was a graduate of Altoona High School. He was a Veteran of the Korean War, serving in the US Army. Julius retired from the US Army Reserve as a 1st Sergeant with 29 years of service. Julius retired from Norfolk Southern as a machinist with 30 years of service. He was a member of the Altoona Rifle and Pistol Club, the Bavarian Aid Society and the Williamsburg American Legion. Julius enjoyed golfing, gardening, fishing, hunting, bowling, solving crossword puzzles, but especially loved spending time with his family. Friends will be received from 5-8 pm on Monday, Feb 14, 2022at The Stevens Mortuary, Inc., 1421 8th Ave., Altoona, Pa. 16602, where a vigil for the deceased will be held. A funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 am on Tuesday, February 15, 2022 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, with Fr. Lubomir Strecok celebrant. Committal will be held at Calvary Cemetery with Military Honors. The family requests that memorial contributions be made to: Skills of Central PA, 2101 8th Ave., Altoona, Pa. 16602. Condolences can be made at www.stevensfamilyfuneralhomes.com or Stevens Family Funeral Homes Facebook.