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Shirley M. Walter, 75, of Reedsville, passed away peacefully at her home on Saturday, Aug. 15, 2026.
She was born on Aug. 25, 1950, in Altoona, daughter of the late Leo V. and Josephine J. (Kovak) DeDea.
She married Ronald P. Walter on Dec. 27, 1969 in Altoona, and together they brought into this world, a son and a daughter.
Surviving are her husband Ronald Walter of Reedsville, son: Ronald Walter, Jr. and wife Dianna of Milroy and daughter: Crystal James and partner Andrew Hower of Lewistown; seven grandchildren; Daniel Walter, Dylan Treece and wife Nautical, Tyler Walter, Alicia Geedy and husband Jonathan, Alyssa Williams, Jessica Renninger and husband Devon and Austin James and wife Leslie; seven great-grandchildren; three sisters: Patricia Cloud and husband Cloudy of Kennett Square; Joanne Holland and husband Thomas of Hollidaysburg; Theresa Dillen of Bellwood; as well a nieces, nephews, great- nieces and great-nephews.
She graduated in 1968 from Hollidaysburg High School. She was an auditor for Brown Township for 25 years.
Shirley was a member of the American Legion in Milroy.
Shirley had a true love for travel and was fortunate enough to travel to Cancun several times, Hawaii, and then becoming a snowbird in Florida for several years. She loved her family and friends, listening to oldies music, and dancing with Ron. She also enjoyed baking and was known for her delicious cookies and peanut butter fudge.
Per her request, there will be no services.
Should friends desire, memorials may be made in Shirley's name to the Alzheimer's Association, 225 N. Michigan Ave. Floor 17, Chicago, IL 60601.
Arrangements are under the care of Henderson-Bohn Funeral Home, 6880 State Route 655, Reedville.
Online condolences can be made at www.hendersonbohnfuneralhome.com.