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Maryanne Carroll, 86, of Altoona, peacefully passed away Thursday at her residence, surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Altoona, the daughter of the late George and Mary (Kolbenschlag) Bussman.
Maryanne was married to James R. Carroll Sr., who preceded her in death on July 17, 2008.
She is survived by her five children: James R. Carroll Jr. of Altoona, Michael McManus (Brenda) of West Monroe, La., Bill McManus (Suzi) of Williamsport, Pamela Toups (Mike) of Parker, Texas, and Amy Labriola (Jay) of Altoona; nine grandchildren: Cory (Jeffrey), Courtney (Pat), Jacob (Todd), Andrew (Clara), Mitchell (Paige), AJ (Kierra), Aliyah (Trevor), Collin (Amber) and McKena (Kevin); and her three great-grandchildren: Cael, Kinley and Palmer. Maryanne is also survived by her cousin, Tom Bussman.
She was a 1958 graduate of Altoona Catholic High School.
Maryanne was a homemaker and had previously been a supervisor at Bell Telephone.
She was a member of The Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament.
Maryanne enjoyed playing POGO (online games), going to casinos, being part of her Bunko Club and going on beach vacations. She especially enjoyed spending time with her family.
Friends will be received from 4 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 5, 2026, at The Stevens Mortuary Inc., 1421 Eighth Ave., Altoona, where a vigil for the deceased will be held.
A funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 6, 2026, at The Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament, with Monsignor Stanley Carson, celebrant.
Committal will be held at Calvary Cemetery.
The family kindly requests that contributions be made in Maryanne's memory to: Bishop Guilfoyle Academy, 2400 Pleasant Valley Blvd., Altoona, PA 16602.
Condolences may be made at www.stevensfamilyfuneralhomes.com or Stevens Family Funeral Homes Facebook page.