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Patricia L. Beyer, 95, Altoona, passed away peacefully on Friday at Graystone Manor, surrounded by family. She was born in Altoona, daughter of the late Alton E. Sr. and Alverta L. (Myers) Cherry.
On May 22, 1954, she married John R. Beyer, who preceded her in death on Aug. 11, 2015.
She is survived by two sons, John R. Beyer II and wife, Kimberley, of Hollidaysburg and Ronald B. Beyer and wife, Leslie, of State College; and five grandchildren: Ashley, Alyssa, Emily, Jaret and Erica.
She was preceded in death by a brother, Alton E. "Pete" Cherry Jr.; and an infant sister, Jane.
Patricia was a 1948 graduate of Altoona High School.
She was a member of the Altoona Women's Club, Friends of the Altoona Area Public Library and the Blair County Historical Society.
She was a former member of St. Paul Lutheran Church.
Patricia enjoyed yearly family vacations to Myrtle Beach and cooking. In her later years, she also enjoyed watching Hallmark movies and playing bingo with her friends at Graystone Manor. Mostly, she enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren.
Friends will be received from 10 a.m. until noon on Saturday, Jan. 17, 2026, at E. Merrill Smith Funeral Home Inc., 2309 Broad Ave., Altoona. A funeral service will immediately follow at noon, with Pastor Timothy Guyer officiating.
Interment will be at Alto-Reste Park.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that contributions be made to the charity of your choice.
Condolences may be made at www.stevensfamilyfuneralhomes.com or Stevens Family Funeral Homes Facebook page.