James L. Hagerty Jr. April 28, 1966 – May 6, 2021 James L. Hagerty Jr., Altoona, passed away Thursday at Hillview Rehabilitation and Health after a 22 year struggle with brain tumors. James was born in Altoona, son of the late James L. and Myrna Lynn (Grove) Hagerty. He married Rebecca J. Kustaborder on January 27, 1995 in Winchester, VA. He is survived by his wife, Rebecca and was preceded in death by both parents. Jim graduated from Altoona Area High School in 1984 and retired from the Logan Township Highway Department. He loved his dog “Stimpy” and enjoyed working on and collecting guns. He also enjoyed restoring and driving the “68 Mustang”. There will be no public funeral services. Arrangements are by E. Merrill Smith Funeral Home, Inc. Condolences may be made at www.stevensfamilyfuneralhomes.com or Stevens Family Funeral Homes Facebook.