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Terry Altmeyer Obituary
Terry R. Altmeyer, 56, of Kittanning, Cowanshannock Township, passed away on Monday, Dec. 17, 2018, at his residence.
He was born on June 27, 1962, to William and Ruth (Wissinger) Altmeyer in Indiana, Pa.
Terry worked as a entrepreneur.
Terry trained and owned harness race horses at Altmeyer Farm and Stable.
He also loved listening to The Ramones.
Terry is survived by his wife, Laura (Schoeffel) Altmeyer; mother, Ruth Altmeyer; son, Tyler (Amanda) Altmeyer; daughter, Megan (Ken Oiler) Altmeyer; granddaughter, Allison Altmeyer; four brothers, William E. Altmeyer, Jr., Daniel J. Altmeyer, Robert M. Altmeyer, and Thomas E. Altmeyer; step-son, Nicholas Johnston; step-daughter, Katie (Jory) Melik; step-grandsons, Bryce and Maximus Melik; and numerous nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by father, William E. Altmeyer, Sr.
Visitation will be held Thursday, Dec. 20, 2018, from 5-8 p.m. at Carson/Boyer Funeral Home, Inc., 724 W. Main St., Rural Valley. Funeral service will immediately follow at 8 p.m. www.carsonboyer.com.
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Mary Esler
April 7, 2019
Terry was awesome. Great story teller. He was truly an honest guy who loved his work and family. I met him through his dad's pets at rest business. Gonna miss him. Fly high with angels .
Jeanne Urban
December 20, 2018
I have known Terry Altmeyer & his family since Big Bill & Ruthie first started racing horses in the early 1960s, when he was a toddler in diapers. We shared a love of Standardbreds & those who race them on the fair circuit. When he wasn't racing & I wasn't busy in the race office, we shot pool & shot the breeze. Nothing made me happier than to see him walk through the office door with a grin on his face. Family - Ruth, Laura, Tyler, Megan & Allison, little Bill, Danny, Bob & Tom, and Nick, Katie, Bryce & Maximus - please accept my sincere & deepest sympathy on your loss. While I can't be with you tonight, you will be in my thoughts & prayers! With great love to you all, Jeanne
Debbie
December 19, 2018
Terry was an extraordinary man who made me laugh at his stories. I knew him through his business. I work at a vet hospital and knew him and also Tyler from there. I loved hearing his stories about horse racing. He told me he was looking at another horse to buy, not sure if he did though. He has said numerous times how proud he was of his children and he could rest easily knowing they have succeeded in their lives. My condolences and prayers go out to the family. RIP Terry, you will be missed. Fly high.
Chuck Bard
December 19, 2018
I knew Terry for many years at the Meadows. We shared a love of harness racing and wrestling. Both of our sons were wrestlers and we sure loved talking about that. My wife and I are truly sorry for your loss and want you to know how deeply he will be missed.
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Corrina Blystone
December 19, 2018
I was a horse groom from 1981 to 1991 - I knew Terry but not well - I know he was from a nice family and he was very good looking - my condolences...Corrina Blystone
December 19, 2018
I am truly sorry for you loss. Our God of comfort has given us a promise to help at Psalms 145:18,19
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