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Gary R. Rupert Jr., 65, Altoona, passed away Wednesday morning. He was born in Altoona, the son of Gary. R. Sr. and Judith A. (Schiappa) Rupert.
In addition to his mother, Judith, he is survived by two sisters, Heidi Smith (Marc) of Mechanicsburg and Nicole Rothrouff (Micah) of Georgetown, Texas; a special aunt, Annette Schiappa of Altoona; a special nephew, Connor; and special friends: Carl, Tim, Chris and Bill. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his father, Gary R. Rupert Sr.
Gary was a 1977 graduate of Altoona Area High School. He worked for PPG in Tipton and was a house painter.
He attended Sacred Heart Catholic Church and enjoyed fishing, hunting and Harley Davidson motorcycles. He also enjoyed his Saturday visits to the farm very much.
Gary was a very special son and will be forever missed.
A Mass will be held at the convenience of the family.
Arrangements are by Mauk & Yates Funeral Home Inc., Altoona.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 6704, Hagerstown, MD 21741; or to Central Pennsylvania Humane Society, 1837 E. Pleasant Valley Blvd., Altoona, PA 16602.
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