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Fredrick W. Carn, 67, of Hollidaysburg, formerly of Claysburg, went home to start his eternal life with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Tuesday, July 1, 2025, at home. He was born in Altoona, the oldest son of the late Herbert P. and Lois E. (Delozier) Carn.
Surviving are a brother, Wayne (Jannie), and children: Ethan, Jacob, Ellie and Jack; and a brother, Brian (Beth), and children: Lauren (Brett) Thackara, Melissa and Timothy; great-nephew, Marshall; and great-niece, Noelle Thackara.
Fred was a 1976 graduate of Claysburg-Kimmel High School. He started working at the Claysburg Pizza Shop in 1973 and left when he graduated. He started his 30-year career in the engineering department of WTAJ-TV in January 1976. He also owned a bakery and chocolate business for 16 years. Fred retired in June 2012 due to medical problems.
For more than 60 years, he was a member of Vicksburg Grace Brethren Church, Hollidaysburg, where he served as deacon. He broadcasted the morning worship live every Sunday. He also took care of the church lighting and sound. Fred loved his church.
He enjoyed international travel. He also enjoyed taking care of his many acres of land, of which he was the fifth generation owner on his mother's side of the family. He found enjoyment in gardening, electronics, magic, building, electrical, plumbing work and many other things.
Fred wants everyone to know, family and friends, although he didn't talk with you on a regular basis, he loved and cared for each of you and prayed for you daily.
Fred's memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, July 26, 2025, at Vicksburg Grace Brethren Church, 335 Reservoir Road, Hollidaysburg, with pastor and friend Kenneth Beichler presiding. Interment will be held at Claysburg Union Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to Vicksburg Grace Brethren Church, 335 Reservoir Road, Hollidaysburg, PA 16648; or online at (VicksburgChurch.com).
Arrangements are by Leslie-Miller Funeral Home, Claysburg.
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