Obituaries

Shirley M. Hippo

12/17/1940 - 7/13/2025

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Obituary For Shirley M. Hippo

Shirley M. Hippo

December 17, 1940-July 13, 2025

Shirley M. Hippo, 84, of Altoona, passed away Sunday at Cedarwood Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center. She was born in Altoona, the daughter of the late Robert and Gertrude (Williams) Mountain.

Shirley married Charles W. “Wayne” Hippo on October 20, 1962 and he preceded her in death on October 12, 2000.

She is survived by two sons: Wayne Hippo (Linda) of Wilmington, NC and their children: Stephanie Hippo (Jonathan Onorato) and Lauren Seymour-Driscoll (Derek); Rob Hippo of Altoona and his children: Alycia Campbell (Andy) and Alyson Miller (Jessie) and their mother, Kriss and five great-grandchildren: Rowan, Robin, Chase, Caden and Weston.

Shirley was a 1958 graduate of Altoona High School and a 1961 graduate of the Altoona Hospital School of Nursing.

She retired from the Altoona Vo-Tech as the Licensed Practical Nursing Instructor and previously had been a registered nurse at the Altoona Hospital.

Shirley was an active member of Simpson-Temple United Parish and was a member of the Altoona Hospital School of Nursing Alumni Association. She was an active volunteer at the Altoona Hospital and enjoyed volunteering at the Altoona Curve.

She liked to bowl and enjoyed baking.

Friends will be received from 12-4 pm on Monday, July 21, 2025 at The Stevens Mortuary, Inc., 1421 8th Ave., Altoona, PA 16602, where a funeral service will immediately follow at 4 pm with Pastor Eli Hess in the Stevens Memorial Chapel.

Interment will be held at Alto Reste Park.

The family requests that contributions be made in Shirley’s memory to: Central PA Humane Society, 1837 E. Pleasant Valley Blvd., Altoona, PA 16602.

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

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  • 07/19/2025

    Bill Pounds

    What a work ethic Shirley identified with during her time at Graystone. She was a true whirlwind of activity, kindness, and medical care with our elderly community. She was there when people fell, needed a seat at the ball park or a ride home after surgery at UPMC. She had her connections and gave her all to get help for people in need. Shirley was there for everyone.

  • 07/19/2025

    Bob Reffner

    My heartfelt condolences to to the Hippo family on the passing of Shirley. Bob Reffner

  • 07/19/2025

    Timothy Little

    Wayne and the Hippo family. Sympathy to all of you at the passing of Shirley. She was a wonderful lady and loved people and her family. We sure have missed her at the curve games. Tim and Debbie Little John 3:16

  • 07/19/2025

    Carol (Hoffman) Goon

    My prayers are with you for comfort. I earned my LPN through teaching from Shirley. She was a wonderful person.

  • 07/19/2025

    C. Fenton

    Linda and family - sorry for your loss. I knew Shirley through work at Altoona Hospital. She was a great nursing instructor. C. Fenton

  • 07/18/2025

    Carolyn Leamer

    While Mrs. Hippo was one of my favorite nursing instructors, the testimony of her teaching came to light when she became a patient of mine several years later. I told her it was a good thing she was an excellent teacher because you never know when you need a good nurse! We had a good laugh. I loved Ms. Shirley. I am sorry for your loss! May God bless y'all and keep you safe. Carolyn Leamer

  • 07/18/2025

    Sandra Schrader

    My sincere sympathy to Shirley's family. Shirley was such a good organizer of class reunions. Good memories. Sandra (Cummins) Schrader

  • 07/18/2025

    Marlyne Deibler

    My deepest sympathy to you. Your loved one was a special lady and always friendly with everyone She was married to my cousin who was one of my favorites.. I moved to the Phila area many years ago but would see her from time to time at a Hippo or school reunion. May your happy memories comfort you. Marlyne Hippo Deibler

  • 07/18/2025

    Janine Schirf

    She was a great nurse instructor, patient and understanding. I graduated in 1985. She always said hello w a smile on her face wherever I saw her out shopping or at the Altoona Hospital. God Bless her soul.

  • 07/17/2025

    Jessie Michaels

    Dear Wayne, Rob, and families, Aunt Shirley was a very special lady with a beautiful smile, keen sense of humor and lively spirit. She was loved by many and will be remembered always. Sincere sympathy to all.

  • 07/17/2025

    Della Gens

    One of my favorite nursing instructors. A wonderful lady! Condolences to the family.

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