Clair L. Waltz

Clair L. Waltz, 81, of Linden, passed away on Saturday, November 11, 2023 at the Gatehouse of Divine Providence Hospital. Surviving is his wife of 62 years, Lois I. (Lovell) Waltz.

Born July 11, 1942 in Williamsport, he was a son of the late LaRue and Laura May (Wagner) Waltz.

Clair was a 1960 graduate of the Williamsport Area High School. He was born and raised on a dairy farm. After graduation, Clair was employed at the former AVCO Lycoming until he opened Waltz’s Garage in 1967 and has been the owner and operator ever since.

Clair was a member of the former Pine Run United Methodist Church and the Elbow Fish and Game Club. He enjoyed hunting, tractor pulls, and antique collectables.

Surviving in addition to his wife are his son Dennis C. Waltz (Cheryl Walker) of Jersey Shore; a son-in-law Mark Smith of Linden; five grandchildren Stacey Maggs (Zachary), Carissa Smith, Kelsey Smith, Tyler Waltz (Joy Wenger), and Rylee Smith; granddaughter-in-law Jessica Waltz; three great-granddaughters Sophie and Morgan Maggs and Kinsley Waltz; and three sisters Martha Myers of Linden, Marlene Hertel of Williamsport, and Rosey Dantonio of Allenwood.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his daughter, Vicki E. Smith on October 3, 2023, a grandson, Joshua Waltz, and a sister, Donna Entz.

In keeping with his wishes, there will be no services.

Memorial contributions may be made in Clair’s name to the Pine Run Bible Church 1719 Pine Run Rd, Linden, PA 17744.

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