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Larry James Foltz, 77, Altoona, passed away on Monday.
Larry was born in Windber, son of Russell and Margaret Foltz.
He is survived by his beloved wife of 40 years, Nora M. (Stout) Foltz; and a sister-in-law, Janet E. Stout (Janet Horsch).
He was preceded in death by a brother, Bill Foltz; a sister, Carol Gates; and a sister, Peggy Pevahouse.
Larry was a well-respected member of the UPMC Altoona Hospital Mental Health Center. For nearly 40 years, he was the face of compassion in the wee hours of the night serving the mental health needs of the people of Altoona and the surrounding area.
An avid outdoorsman and nature lover, Larry was a member of the "ichthys" fishing club and the Keating Moss Hunting Camp. He hunted with the Forest Hills Lodge for 36 years. His love of nature also included early morning "nature drives" in Cameron County to catch a glimpse of wild elk, which he often did.
Larry had an encyclopedic knowledge of music. He loved all genres, including the blues, jazz, rock and roll and R&B. Ever wonder who sang a song? Just ask Larry!
Larry served in the U.S. Navy Reserves from 1968-70, first on the USS Massy DD778 as a yeoman 3 and then on the Commander Destroyer Division Group Two in Newport, R.I. He was honorably discharged in 1970. He then attended Lock Haven State College from 1971-75, graduating with a Bachelor of Arts in psychology.
Please join us in celebrating his life from 1 to 2 p.m. Thursday, May 22, 2025, at The Good Funeral Home, 108 Alto-Reste Park, Altoona, where a memorial service will be held at 2 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Pennsylvania Humane Society, 1837 E. Pleasant Valley Blvd., Altoona, PA 16602 (centralpahumane.org).
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