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Linda E. Turchetta

12/9/1947 - 5/19/2021

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Obituary For Linda E. Turchetta

Linda E. Turchetta Dec. 9, 1947-May 19, 2021

Linda E. Turchetta, 73, of Altoona passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday at her residence. She was born in Altoona the daughter of the late Thomas and Geraldine (Burger) Abram. Linda married Greg Turchetta on September 7, 1968. Linda is survived by her loving husband; two sons: Gregory A. (Marsha) Turchetta of Altoona, Matthew R. (Tanya) Turchetta of Greensburg; a daughter, Reghan A. Wolfe of Altoona; seven grandchildren: Morgan, Greggie, Rylee, Ann-Marie, Ella, Maddie and Matthew; two sisters, Patricia (Donald) Kraft and Sandra (Timothy) Dodson both of Altoona; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. She was a 1965 graduate of Altoona High School and a graduate of the Altoona Beauty School. Linda previously was the owner and manager of Mr. T’s Roadhouse Restaurant in York, Pa. She later worked as a cashier for Weis Markets. She enjoyed traveling, shopping and visiting casinos. Linda loved playing cards with her sisters and cousins. She enjoyed spending her free time gardening and preparing family meals, but most especially, Linda enjoyed her family as a loving wife, mother and grandmother. Friends will be received from 4-6 p.m. on Monday, May 24, 2021 at The Stevens Mortuary, Inc., 1421 8th Ave., Altoona, Pa. 16602. A funeral service will follow at 6 p.m. in The Stevens Memorial Chapel, officiated by Fr. Frank. Interment will be held at Calvary Cemetery. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, contributions be made in Linda’s memory to: Central PA Autism Attn: Lindsay Martsolf, 227 St. Leonards Lane, Cranberry Township, PA 16066. Condolences may be made at www.stevensfamilyfuneralhomes.com or Stevens Family Funeral Homes Facebook.

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  • 05/25/2021

    Linda Mejia

    So sorry for your loss...my sister Lisa and I knew Linda from Weis market...she always greeted us with a smile and talked to her on our weekly shopping trips about what everything going on in our lives...I have a memory I would like to share...she was so excited to go to the Rod Stewart concert a few years back...my sister and eere go to see Elton John that year and when next we met after the concerts we shared on how much fun we had and memories of our younger days...we shared a first name and often joked about that fact that Linda was a popular name many years ago...prayers go out to the family...God Bless...Linda Mejia and Lisa DeRensis

  • 05/24/2021

    JIM BONERIGO

    Greg I am so sorry for your loss. I never got to know Linda well but I've seen her at times. You and I go back to early times. You are now in my prayers.

  • 05/22/2021

    Cathie F. Reilly

    So very sorry for your loss - I only knew Linda from Weis market and we developed a friendship there - we often talked about our families and life in general - she was so very nice - we talked about our families and our grandchildren - I was heartbroken to see her passing - I will truly miss seeing her on my weekly trips to the store - God bless! Cathie Reilly

  • 05/21/2021

    John Croft

    I know her son Greg Turchetta for a long time great guy and I finally got to meet his mom Linda super nice lady so I seriously shock when I heard the news so I praying for whole family , May Good lord Jesus Christ be with all , John Croft close friend

  • 05/21/2021

    Linda Hogue

    My heart goes out to you and your family, we had a great time together when you all lived in York, she will be missed

  • 05/21/2021

    Sue Myers

    My deepest sympathy to Greg and the family. Have good memories of hanging out with Linda and Greg at Mr T's on slow afternoons through the week. Lived was an awesome woman!

  • 05/21/2021

    Kathy and Frank Bonadio

    So very sorry to hear of your loss. Many happy memories of delicious food and lots of laughs. We have thought of Linda so many times thru the years and are grateful for all the kindnesses she had shown to us. Such a wonderful lady! Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

  • 05/21/2021

    Carole Steiner

    Sharing thoughts of comfort, strength, and friendship to Patty, Sandy, and all of Linda's family at this sad time. May you find acceptance and peace through the passage of time and the caring and love of your friends. With you ... Carole Steiner

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