Karl Haider

Karl Haider, 89, Altoona, passed away on April 8, 2021 at the UPMC Altoona Hospital due to complications of Covid-19. He was born in Austria, son of the late Karl and Katherina (Filipot) Haider. On Dec. 29, 1956 he married Lenora Mannino in Tyrone.

He is survived by his loving wife; two children: Elaine (Michael) Bulsok and Karl (Mary) Haider; two grandchildren: Karl R. and Ruth Haider; two sisters-in-law, Palmina Reading and Josephine Formille; a brother-in-law, Basil (Donna) Mannino; four nephews; and one niece.

He was preceded in death by a brother, Ludwig Filipot; and a sister, Helga Rorweger.

Karl emigrated from Austria to Canada in 1954 and then to the United States in 1957. Karl proudly became a US citizen in 1965.

He retired as a Tool Room Foreman at Veeder Root after 39 years of service.

Karl enjoyed bicycling; spending time with his grandchildren; family vacations, especially National Parks; woodworking and home improvement; and fixing any and everything mechanical. He was a fan of the Pittsburgh Steelers, Penguins, and Pirates.

At the request of the deceased, no public viewing will be held. Arrangements are by Santella Funeral Home.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Rails-to-Trails of Central PA.

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