Richard T. Fortney

     Mr. Fortney, 55, Van Ormer, died Sunday, June 6, 2010 at ARHS-Altoona Hospital.  Born September 24, 1954 in Altoona a son of the late Raymond E. and Pearl (Matthew) Fortney.  On October 22, 1994  in Hollentown he married Karen S. Hollen who survives along with 1 son Richard T., Jr. of Pittsburgh, 4 siblings Jerry of York, Gary of Blandburg, Carol Stiver of Tyrone and Barbara Sinclair of Coalport and numerous nieces and nephews.  He was also preceded in death by 2 sisters. 
     He was a 1974 graduate of Glendale High School and was employed as a heavy equipment mechanic for Grannis Bros. of Hollidaysburg.  He had attended the Hollentown Assembly of God where funeral services will be held Thursday at 11:00 am.  Friends will be received 2-4 & 6-8 Wednesday at the McQuown Funeral Home, Glasgow and Thursday 10:00 am until the services at the church.  Pastor Joe Hollen will officiate and burial will be in Beaver Valley Cemetery, Flinton. 

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