Paul Allen Karl

June 5, 1941-October 17, 2024

Paul Allen Karl, 83, Altoona, passed away Thursday evening at his home, surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Altoona, the son of the late Richard J. and Marion E. (Lingenfelter) Karl.

Paul married Carol Diane Shadle on February 17, 1962, she preceded him in death on July 16, 2001.

He is survived by his son, John A. Karl (Lisa) of Port Matilda; two daughters: Rebecca M. Harten of Bel Air, MD and Jennifer A. Boyles (Ken) of Altoona; seven grandchildren: Nicholas, Justina, Natalie, Amanda, Aurora, Allysen and Kenny; and four great-grandchildren. Also surviving are his siblings: Richard Karl of CA, Thomas Karl of OR and Barbara Clark of Lancaster; and several nieces and nephews.

Paul was preceded in death by his son, William P. Karl and a brother, Donald Karl.

He was a 1959 graduate of Altoona High School. Paul retired from M&T Bank as the Operations Manager and he had also worked at Acme Markets.

Paul was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church.

He enjoyed woodworking and reading a good book.

Friends will be received from 5-7 pm on Wednesday, October 23, 2024 at The Stevens Mortuary, Inc., 1421 8th Avenue, Altoona, PA 16602, where a vigil for the deceased will be held.

A funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10 am on Thursday, October 24, 2024 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 511 20th Street, Altoona, PA 16602, with Fr. Ashok Kumar, celebrant. Committal will be held at Calvary Cemetery.

The family suggests, contributions be made in Paul’s memory to: American Cancer Society, PO Box 862 Carnegie, Pa. 15106/cancer.org/givehope.

Condolences may be made at www.stevensfamilyfuneralhomes.com or Stevens Family Funeral Homes Facebook.