Obituaries

Richard J Luzier

09/29/1942 - 12/25/2023

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Obituary For Richard J Luzier

Richard J. “Pete” Luzier, 81, Altoona, formerly of Patton passed away December 25, 2023 at UPMC Altoona. He was born September 29, 1942 in Uniontown, Pa, the son of Julius Ceaser and Flossie Mae (Helmick) Luzier. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by brothers, Chet and Ray Luzier; sisters Connie Luzier, Mary Bowman, Faye Morgan, and Vivian Major. He is survived by his wife, Donna (Dietrick) Luzier, whom he married July 22, 1967; children: Cathy (Brian) Myers, Patton; Edward (Shannyn) Luzier, Altoona; Gretchen (Jeremy) Dodson, Altoona; grandchildren: Bryanna, Zaine, Jaimz, Rachael, Dominic; great grandson, Colt; sister Barbara Johnson, Altoona and numerous nieces and nephews. He was a graduate of Patton High School and Altoona School of Commerce. He served in the U.S. Air Force during the Vietnam War and retired as a Coal Miner from Mine 33 after many years of service. Pete was a member of the Church of God, Patton and UMWA. He enjoyed traveling, fishing, berry picking, reading and woodworking. Family and friends will be received from 10:00 am until the noon Memorial Service, Friday, December 29, 2023 at Stevens Funeral Home, Inc. 1004 North Fifth Avenue, Patton, by Pastor Mick Akers. Interment at a later date at Fairview Cemetery, Patton. Full military rites will be accorded by John White VFW Post 779 and Walter McCoy American Legion Post 614. You may leave condolences at www.stevensfamilyfuneralhomes.com or on Stevens Family Funeral Homes Facebook page.

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  • 12/30/2023

    I'm so sorry for you losing your husband. I have very fond memories of him from when I was growing up. He was always such a sweet Uncle! I hope it will be a consolation to you that God called him Home on Christmas Day and blessed him so that he didn't have a prolonged suffering before he died. I know he is up in Heaven, joyful to be with God and awaiting his beloved wife!! Love, his neice, Cathy( Ed and Vivian's oldest daughter)

  • 12/30/2023

    Dear Aunt Donna, We are so sorry to hear of the death of Uncle Pete. He was a wonderful uncle to Vivian and Ed's seven kids. We all enjoyed your visits to Texas. There was a lot of humor and laughter that I will always treasure, especially when my dad played food police not letting anyone eat lunch before noon. I jumped up and said, "Nonsense!" and proceeded to the kitchen, opened the 'frig and started bringing out lunch meats. You leaned in and said, "Thank you, Mary." You should've stayed at my house, where it was more fun! I loved your cinnamon rolls. You and Uncle Pete always brought a smile to my face. Love, Mary Peschong

  • 12/26/2023

    Donna so sorry for your loss. Ed and Deb (Trexler)Urbain🙏

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    David Ritchie sent America the Beautiful for Richard J Luzier - 12/26/2023

    We are sorry for your loss. From: David Ritchie and family

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