Laurie L. (Bittner) Claar

She married Roy “Bud” Claar Jr. in 1978.

Surviving are her husband of 48 years; two daughters, Autumn Claar and Amanda Kennedy and her husband, Kevin; a son, Roy “Buddy” III and his wife, Becky; 10 grandchildren: Cody, Hailee, LB, Charlie, Mikayla, Easton, Anabelle, Kendahl, Maci and Kevin, five great-grandchildren; her mother, Dottie; two sisters, Tammy Dick and Beverly Jones; and a brother, Butch Bittner.

She was preceded in death by a son, Matthew, in 2008; and a sister, Danne Troutman.

Laurie graduated from Altoona Area High School in 1978 and retired as a caregiver.

She was co-founder and an active member of Funds for Freedom to help veterans.

Laurie attended Claysburg Bible Church and volunteered with meal projects.

She enjoyed spending time with her family, reading her Bible and attending church. She loved talking about God.

Friends will be received from 1 to 3 p.m. Friday, June 19, 2026, at Claysburg Bible Church, where a funeral service will immediately follow at 3 p.m. with Pastor Keith Showalter officiating.

Private interment at Leamersville Riverview Cemetery.

Arrangements are by Sorge Funeral Home & Crematory Inc., Hollidaysburg.

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