James D. Garlena Obituary
With heavy hearts, we announce the death of James D. Garlena of Altoona, Pennsylvania, who passed away on October 15, 2024 at the age of 58. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of James D. Garlena to pay them a last tribute.
In the echoes of fond remembrance, may a sense of peace be found, knowing that the memories held dear will continue to shape and inspire his loved ones, keeping James' spirit alive in the hearts and actions of family and friends alike. While his presence may be gone, his impact lives on in the kindness shown to others and the joy found in the ordinary moments of life.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Leo F. Garlena and Madelyn L. Garlena (Socey); his son Nikolai Garlena; and his brother Christopher Garlena. He is survived by: his daughter Alexandria Garlena of Frederick, Maryland; his siblings, Joseph Garlena (Sharon) of York Haven and Kathleen Surma (Thomas) of Duncansville; his former wife Sharon Garlena of Frederick; and his sister-in-law Lisa Garlena of Duncansville.
The family asks that contributions be made in Jim's memory to: Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758516, Topeka, KS 66675-8516/ http://www.support.woundedwarriorproject.org..
