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Leonard E. Kephart

Oct. 26, 1930 – Aug. 20, 2026

Leonard E. Kephart, 95, formerly of Altoona, passed away Thursday at Garvey Manor Nursing Home, Hollidaysburg. He was born in Bigler Township, son of the late Clair and Martha (Graniville) Kephart.

Leonard had a brother, Elwood; and three sisters: Betty, Maxine and Shirley.

On Oct. 28, 1950, in Philipsburg, he married Peggy Ann Blout, who preceded him in death. They had four children: Ed, Gary, Peggy Sue and Sharon (deceased); seven grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren.

He worked for 38 years as a cable splicer with Bell of Pennsylvania, Bell Atlantic and Verizon.

At Leonard's request, there will be no services.

The family would like to thank Garvey Manor for the wonderful care he received.

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