Scott Galant

Scott Galant, 53, of Altoona, died Monday at his residence of natural causes. He was born in Altoona, the son of Stanley J. Galant and Susan (Mincin) Galant.

He was preceded in death by his father, Stanley J. Galant; and his significant other, Linda Plutko.

Surviving are his mother, Susan; a son, Braden Galant; granddaughter, Oakley Jo Galant; sister, Sandy Trotter; brother-in-law, Stewart Trotter; and two nieces, Olivia and Madison Trotter.

Scott graduated from Pennsylvania State University and worked as a self-employed CPA and a contractor.

Scott was a member of the Concordia Society. He enjoyed woodworking and loved being a contractor.

He loved spending time with his dogs, Ally and Jebi. He also liked watching Steelers Football and the Pittsburgh Penguins.

Friends will be received from 4 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 11, 2024, Stanley J. Krish Funeral Home Inc., 1204 17^th St., Altoona. The family deeply requests those in attendance to wear Steelers apparel to the viewing in honors of Scott’s love for the Steelers.

A Funeral Service Outside of Mass will be held at 1 p.m. Friday, Jan. 12, 2024, at the funeral home, by Monsignor Stanley Carson. 

Entombment at Calvary Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, the family request memorial donations be sent to Central Pennsylvania Humane Society, 1837 E. Pleasant Valley Blvd., Altoona, PA 16602.