Walter J. Trybus

He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Gertrude “Trudy” (McConnell) Trybus; beloved son, Michael Trybus; grandson, Shawn; brothers: John, Frank, Louie, Stanley and Joe Trybus; and sisters: Mary Kisielnicki, Helen Esposito, Sophie Lazar, Agnes Brann and Ann Krastek.

Surviving are his loving daughters: Phyllis Bradley of Ebensburg; Cindy Lundberg and husband, Ray, of Lilly; Stella Moses and husband, Mark, of Amsbry; Chrissy Stone and husband, George “Buddy,” of Portage; and Sherry Martyak and husband, Joel, of Ashville; 12 grandchildren: Steven, Tricia, Tiauna, Johnathon, Heather, Justin, Alisha, Josh, Brian, Heidi, Avery and Alyssa; 12 great-grandchildren; and sisters: Joann Sklar, Jeanette Modey and Edrie Ann Broc.

Walter worked as a foreman for Altoona Shoe and DeGol Lumber, and then worked as a driver for Skills of Central PA.

Walter was a member of New Life Worship Center, Altoona, and lived his life with strong faith, preaching and leading worship for the love of his Lord.

He enjoyed going on vacation, watching Steelers games, going out to eat and making spaghetti and Polish food. Most importantly, he cherished spending time with his family.

Friends and family will be received from 4 to 8 p.m. Monday, Oct. 13, 2025, at Rose Hill Funeral & Cremation Care Inc., 118 Rosehill Cemetery Drive, Altoona, where a funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 14, 2025, with the Rev. Wayne Schaffer, officiant.

Graveside service and burial at Cresson Cemetery, Cresson.

Condolences may be made at RoseHillFuneralCare.com.