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Mary J. Kimmel

6/20/1925 - 1/7/2021

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Obituary For Mary J. Kimmel

Mary J. Kimmel June 20, 1925 - Jan. 7, 2021 Mary J. Kimmel, 95, Garvey Manor formerly of Altoona, passed away Thursday evening. She was born in Altoona, the daughter of the late Arthur K. and Naomi R. (Wyandt) Carlin. Mary married William P. Kimmel, he preceded her in death on May 17, 1990. Mary is survived by her grandsons: Adam S. (Katie) Kimmel and Aaron S. Kimmel; her close nieces, Joyce Villani and Jeannie Maher-Shirk; a step-granddaughter, Shauna Leandre; and a brother, Arthur K. (Jane) Carlin, Jr. of Altoona. She was preceded in death by her husband; a son, Stephen P. Kimmel; two sisters, Joanne Maher and Patricia Armstrong. Mary was a graduate of Altoona High School and attended Penn State University. She retired as a teacher’s assistant from the Altoona Area School District, Mary had a special place in her heart for children. She attended St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church and was a volunteer with the St. Vincent DePaul Soup Kitchen. Mary was a member of the AASD School Board for 25 years, succeeding her husband after his death, the Altoona Public Library Board, GACTC Board, TOPS, Red Hat Society and the Altoona Woman’s Club. Friends will be received from 10:00 a.m. to the 11:00 a.m. funeral Mass on Tuesday, Jan. 12, 2021, at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church, 5514 Roselawn Ave., Altoona, Pa. 16602. Committal will be at Calvary Cemetery. In Lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations be made for the interest of children to: The Gloria Gates Foundation, 118 E. Spruce Ct., Altoona, Pa. 16601 OR Blair County Children Services, 423 Allegheny St. #132, Hollidaysburg, Pa. 16648. Arrangements provided by The Stevens Mortuary, Inc., 1421 8th Ave., Altoona, Pa. 16602. Condolences may be made at www.stevensfamilyfuneralhomes.com or Stevens Family Funeral Homes Facebook.

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  • 01/12/2021

    Andy Smearman

    Mary was always so kind to our family. Every chance we had to spend with her was an absolute pleasure. Andy and Cheryl Smearman and family

  • 01/11/2021

    Jeannie

    Aunt Mary 💗Thank you for the memories Until we meet again 🌹

  • 01/11/2021

    Jeannie Shirk

    Aunt Mary thank you for all the memories. Until we meet again ♥️ RIP🌹

  • 01/10/2021

    Mary Jones

    So sorry for all Mary Jean Kimmel Jones William's 2nd cousin

  • 01/09/2021

    Thomas M Bradley

    I had the distinct pleasure to work with a long list of School Board members during my tenure as Director of Public Relations in the Altoona Area School District. Mary was always one of my favorites. She was a strong advocate for all of our students and her continuous appreciation for my efforts was quite gratifying. I ALWAYS enjoyed working with this fine woman. Thomas M. Bradley

  • 01/09/2021

    Paula Foreman

    Mary was a beautiful person, inside and out. I'm so blessed to have known her. -Paula Foreman

  • 01/09/2021

    Mary Jean Maher

    My beautiful Aunt Mary, it has been wonderful being your name sake. During my childhood, you showed me how too be a classy, beautiful and we'll respected woman. I've missed you for years.. Life gets in the way, but I will see you again. I Love you forever! Your favorite niece, Lil' Mary Jean

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