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Mary Jean Walls, 83, of Hollidaysburg, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2025, at UPMC Altoona, surrounded by her family. She was born on Dec. 22, 1941, a daughter of the late Eugene and Mary Margaret (Clabaugh) Fasick. On Sept. 22, 1962, she was united in marriage to Claude M. Walls, who preceded her in death on Dec. 17, 2024.
She is survived by children: Denny Walls of Hollidaysburg, Brian M. Walls, married to Diana (Bossler) Walls, of Hollidaysburg and C. Patrick Walls, married to Eric Bah, of Monrovia, Md.; grandson, Trevor Michael Walls; brother, Charles F. Fasick, married to June; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
Mary was a graduate of Altoona High School, Class of 1959. She spent her working years in the food service department for the Hollidaysburg Area School District until her retirement.
She was a member of St. Mary Roman Catholic Church in Hollidaysburg.
Mary was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother. She was a former member of the Ladies Guild at her church, the Ladies Auxiliary of the fire company and her local card club, where she enjoyed many games of pinochle. She was known for her warmth, creativity and community spirit. She loved crocheting, painting ceramics, word puzzles and especially attending the events of her children and grandsons.
She often shared how many of her evening meals were spent alone while her husband and son answered the call as volunteer firemen -- something she supported with pride and understanding. Among her fondest memories were traveling with her son, Patrick, to Rome, and later with him and her husband to Las Vegas and New Orleans.
She will be remembered for her kindness, quiet strength and the love she gave so freely to those around her.
A funeral Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025, at St. Mary Roman Catholic Church, 312 Clark St., Hollidaysburg, with Father Brian Norris officiating.
Friends and family will be received from 10 to 10:45 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025.
Burial will be held at Alto-Reste Park, Altoona.
If friends so desire, memorial contributions may be made in memory of Mary Jean to the Geeseytown Community Fire Company, 215 Mary St., Hollidaysburg, PA 16648; or St. Mary Roman Catholic Church, 312 Clark St., Hollidaysburg, PA 16648.
Arrangements are by The Good Funeral Home Inc. and Alto-Reste Park, Altoona.