Dale Martin Umholtz
July 19, 1943 – April 1, 2025
Dale Martin Umholtz, 81, Tyrone, passed away Tuesday at UPMC Altoona, marking the end of his journey. A heart too big for this world gave out, leaving his wife, Ann, and family to carry its beat.
He was born in Tyrone and grew up there, a son of the late Winfield Scott and Helen C. (Bratton) Umholtz.
He was married May 18, 1978, to Ann C. Saylor, who survives as his beloved wife. Together they built a life filled with love and family.
Also surviving are sons: Drew and Tim (Melinda) in Georgia and Brett and Ronnie Mills (Angel) of Tyrone. There are nine grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.
Dale was a 1961 graduate of Tyrone High School and worked as a lineman for Penelec for 32 years. After retirement, he taught Penelec linemen the skills for apprenticeship. For a short time, he was a Tyrone Borough Police Officer. Dale was also a member of the Local Union 459 IBEW.
He always enjoyed fishing, carpenter work and Steelers football. He was a champion marksman in various local pistol shoots.
Friends will be received from 2 until the 4 p.m. funeral service Saturday, April 5, 2025, at Derman Funeral Home Inc., Tyrone, with the Rev. Carl A. Schmidt officiating. Interment will be at Bald Eagle Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, please donate to Central Pennsylvania Humane Society,
1837 E. Pleasant Valley Blvd., Altoona, PA 16602.