Edward R. Martz

Edward R. Martz, 61, of Altoona formerly of Hollidaysburg, passed away late Saturday, April 17, 2021, at UPMC Altoona, after a courageous battle with cancer.

He was born June 7 1959, in Altoona, son of the late, Raymond C. and V. Margaret (Smith) Martz. He married Sue Ann Negley April 3, 2004, in Clappertown.

He is survive by his beloved wife of 17 years; two brothers: Randy J. Martz of rural Hollidaysburg and Barry F. (Vicky) Martz of Altoona; and his pet dog, Socks.

Ed was a 1977 graduate of Hollidaysburg High School. He retired in 2009 as a field technician from (EMS) Electric Motor and Supply Inc., Altoona. Ed previously worked as an auto technician for Courtesy Motors, Altoona and also ran automobile parts for the former Duncanville Auto Parts.

He was a member of the Shady Trail Riding Club and Cesare Battisti Club, Altoona. Ed loved spending time with his family, camping, trail riding and his 69 Chevy Camaro.

All services will be private and interment will be held at Royer Cemetery, rural Williamsburg.

Memorial contributions in memory of Ed may be given to American Cancer Society, 1375 Martin Street, Ste. 206, State College, PA 16803 or Shady Trail Riding Club, 3353 Piney Creek Rd., Williamsburg, PA 16693.

Arrangements are by John K. Bolger Funeral Home Inc., Martinsburg. (www.bolgerfuneralhome.com)