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Nellie Rudasill, 102, of Altoona, formerly of Juniata, passed away Sunday at UPMC. She was born in Glen Campbell, the daughter of the late Frank and Agnes (Andrew) North.
She married Merle T. Rudasill on April 18, 1970. They were married for 38 years before his passing in 2008.
Nellie is survived by a stepdaughter, Sherry Pearsall in Florida; nieces: Judy Frontz of Williamsburg, Donna Rudasill of Hollidaysburg, Randy and Dave Schellenbarger of West Chester and Kim Darnell of Altoona; and nephew, Glenn, and wife, Eleanor Rudasill of Altoona; a stepgrandson, Derek Rudasill; and numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.
She was preceded in death by her stepson, Edwin Rudasill, in July 2023; her two sisters, Jeanie Bland and Henrietta Gray; and two brothers, Robert and John North.
Nellie graduated from Altoona High School, Class of 1941. She retired from Penelec/First Energy after 43 years of service.
She enjoyed participating with Penelec employees in the Penelec Weekly Bowling League at Pleasant Valley Bowl and Holiday Bowl, along with belonging to the Penelec retirees' group, The Penelec Omega Club and Alpha Iota Alumnae Chapter.
Nellie loved to square dance and participate in water aerobics at the pool at Penn State Altoona. She also enjoyed traveling throughout the United States and touring European countries. Since moving to the Graystone, Nellie enjoyed Wii Bowling with her friends and being captain of a team.
Friends will be received from 3 to 6 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2026, at E. Merrill Smith Funeral Home, 2309 Broad Ave., Altoona.
A funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 8, 2026, at the funeral home, with Pastor Alexander Hildebrand.
Interment will be held at Logan Valley Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, those who wish may make contributions to First Church of Christ, 113 Good Shepherd Road, Altoona, PA 16601.
Condolences may be made at www.stevensfamilyfuneralhomes.com or Stevens Family Funeral Homes Facebook page.