Thomas L. ‘Tom’ Ashburn

Tom is survived by his four children: Leann Keiper (Brian) of Sidman and Hope Kephart, Nick Noel (Brandi) and Jennifer Noel, all of Altoona; and 12 grandchildren: Nicholas (Erin), Megan (Jeb), Allison (Ben), Kaylena, Ivan, Maxim, McKayla, Trent, Bryce, Alyssa, Cassidy and Courtney; and six great-grandchildren: Tessa, Amelia, Leo, Laney, Rowan and Bayla. Also surviving are his brother, Richard Ashburn (Sharon) of Hollidaysburg; a niece, Heather Shale (Craig); nephew, Kirk Ashburn; and great-nephew, Evan (Julia); along with other great-nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his daughter, Jessica Noel.

Tom was a 1961 graduate of Bishop Guilfoyle High School and graduated from Penn State University with a degree in education.

He retired from Siemans Healthcare and had previously taught at Altoona School of Commerce and St. Rose of Lima Catholic School.

Tom enjoyed being a foster grandparent for Blair Senior Services.

He enjoyed watching Penn State and Pittsburgh Steelers football, reading Stephen King novels and loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren.

Friends will be received from 4 to 6 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 14, 2025, at The Stevens Mortuary Inc., 1421 Eighth Ave., Altoona, with a funeral service immediately following at 6 p.m. in the Stevens Memorial Chapel, with Pastor Douglas McGaffin.

Interment will be held at Blair Memorial Park.

Memorial contributions may be made in Tom’s memory to Blair Senior Services, 1320 12th Ave., Altoona, PA 16601.

The family would like to thank Gentiva Hospice and the staff of the Graystone Manor, Bellmeade, for their care and kindness to Tom.

“There are some who bring light so great to the world that even after they have gone, the light remains.”

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