Dean A. Altman, 82, of Tionesta, formerly of Gilpin Township, passed away on Sunday, November 17, 2024, at UPMC Northwest in Seneca.

A son of the late James Frank Altman and Esther Jane (Carney) Altman, he was born June 22, 1942 in Natrona Heights, PA.

Dean was a veteran of the U.S. Navy serving as an EN3 with the submarine service during the Vietnam War.  For 30 years, he worked as a furnace operator’s helper for the West Leechburg Works of Allegheny Ludlum Steel before retiring in 2005.  He was a member of the U.S.W.A. in Leechburg.  Dean enjoyed spending time with his grandson, hunting, fishing and gardening.

Survivors include his son, Eric L. Altman (Debra) of Tionesta; grandson, Malachi Altman; brothers, Donald J. Altman (Terri) of Gilpin Township, Mark V. Altman of Gilpin Township; sisters, Darlene Rose Long (Daniel) of Gilpin Township, Bonnie Thomas (Orville) of Gilpin Township, Sallie Altman of Kittanning Township.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 57 years, Barbara A. (Smith) Altman in 2023.

Arrangements are private and have been entrusted to the Clawson Funeral & Cremation Center, 170 Main St., Leechburg, 724-842-1051.