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Allen W. Butterbaugh, 48, Altoona, passed away Wednesday at his residence. He was born in Altoona, the son of Linda A. (Balestino) Butterbaugh and the late Allen T. Butterbaugh Jr.
Allen married Maureen E. Flick on Sept. 10, 2005.
He is survived by his loving wife, Maureen; and his two daughters, Lilly N. and Julia A. Butterbaugh, both at home; a brother, Brian Butterbaugh; two sisters, Kim Wilt (Rick) and Tina Barton (Tim), all of Altoona; his mother-in-law, Elsie Flick; and a brother-in-law, Andy Flick. Allen is also survived by several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, lifelong friends and his midnight snack buddy, Kona.
Allen was a 1994 graduate of Altoona Area High School, and later from Duquesne University and Saint Francis University, where he obtained his master's degree.
He had been employed at Cove Forge and Lifestyles Support Services. He was the owner and operator of the Aviation Inn since 2013.
Allen was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church.
He belonged to the Bavarian Aid Society, Cesare Battisti Club and the Swiss Club.
Allen enjoyed listening to Pearl Jam, cooking and attending Pittsburgh Steelers football games, where he was a season ticket holder. He loved spending time with his family and friends, especially his daughters. Allen was known for his wings; we will never get good wings again.
Friends will be received from 2 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 26, 2024, at The Stevens Mortuary Inc., 1421 Eighth Ave., Altoona, where a vigil for the deceased will be held.
A funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Friday, Sept. 27, 2024, at St. Mary's Catholic Church, 1405 Fifth Ave., Altoona, with celebrant, Father Lubomir Strecok. Committal will be held at St. Mary's Cemetery, Altoona.
The family suggests donations be made for the education of Allen's daughters, Lilly and Julia, c/o Maureen E. Butterbaugh, Altoona First Savings Bank, 203 N. Logan Blvd., Altoona, PA 16602.
Condolences may be made at www.stevensfamilyfuneralhomes.com or Stevens Family funeral Homes Facebook page.