Dennis M. "Denny" Jones

Dennis M. “Denny” Jones, 71, of Altoona, Pennsylvania entered into eternal rest on Sunday, February 1, 2026 surrounded by his family at his home in Altoona.

Denny was born on January 6, 1955, in Altoona, Pennsylvania to the late William E. Shaffer, Sr. and his surviving mother Eleanor (Shultz) Shaffer.

In addition to his father, Denny is preceded in death by his sisters: Abigail Becker and Leeann Walters; and his brother in law’s: Robert Walters and David Ammerman.

Denny is survived by the love of his life, wife Lori (Way) Jones of Altoona; his children: Rachel (Matt O’Connor) Jones and Ryan (Hannah Lee) Way of Altoona; Stephanie (Joe) Gonzalez of Virginia. His grandchildren: Bryson O’Connor, Nadia (Steven) Olvitt, Jaidon Mullen, Asher Wyatt Gonzalez, Justyse Rose Gonzalez, Ryker Friedenberger, Paislee Way, Wynston Way, and 1 great grandchild Lilith Saphira Olvitt and his  special niece; Amber (Amir) Dervic; his siblings: William (Shauna) Shaffer, Jr., James (Samantha) Jones, Roxanne Walter, Jessica Ammerman, Penny (Paul) Huss and Lori Hunt.

Denny was a Catholic and served as an altar boy when he was young. He loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. Denny really enjoyed anything to do with the outdoors, mostly hunting, fishing, and 4 wheeling with the PA Ridge Runners. He also enjoyed taking vacations with his wife Lori to the Caribbean. He was an animal lover and held his two pugs (BoBo & Penny) dear to his heart. He was an amazing husband, father, grandfather and friend. He was a kind and gentle man that would do anything for anyone in need; often volunteering at the Catholic War Veterans Post #1691 where he was a lifetime member. He will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him.

Denny was a graduate of Altoona Area High School, and he spent 38 ½ years devoted to his job at Small Tube Products as a Bench Supervisor.

A Funeral Service will be held privately for the family at Santella Funeral Home. 

A Celebration of Life for Denny will be held on March 22, 2026, from 12 noon until 6pm at Catholic War Veterans Post #1691, 290 Valley Avenue, Altoona, PA., 16601. 

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