Michael Harris Seltzer May 18, 1958 – April 1, 2024

Michael Harris Seltzer passed away on April 1, 2024 following a long and courageous battle with multiple health issues.

Michael was preceded in death by his parents Irving and Joan M. (Faber) Seltzer. Michael is survived by two brothers, Steven Seltzer (Cynthia Campbell) of State College and Alex Seltzer (Lisa Ciccarella) of Altoona, and a sister Alison Seltzer, also of Altoona.

Mike was a 1976 graduate of Bellwood-Antis High School and attended The Pennsylvania State University (State College) and Emerson College in Boston. Mike was a life-long member of Agudath Achim Congregation and traveled twice to Israel in his youth.

Michael was a talented artist, and his specialty was elaborate and intricate cityscapes that he did in pen and ink with watercolor. Michael also loved listening to music and writing poems and manuscripts. Mike had an extensive collection of vinyl and CD’s. One of Mike’s favorite musicians was Bob Dylan.

Mike and his family wish to thank the staff at Maybrook Hills Rehabilitation Center, Garvey Manor Nursing Home, and UPMC Altoona for the care and attention that Mike received while he was in those facilities.

Visitation with the family will be held at the E. Merrill Smith Funeral Home, 2309 Broad Avenue, Altoona, PA 16601 on Thursday, April 4, 2024 from 10:00am – 11:00am during which there will be a brief memorial service. Interment will follow at Agudath Achim Cemetery.

Memorial gifts in Mike’s memory can be made to the Blair County Arts Foundation, 1212 12th Avenue, Altoona, PA 16601; Garvey Manor Nursing Home, 1037 S. Logan Blvd., Hollidaysburg, PA 16648; Maybrook Hills Rehabilitation Center, 301 Valley View Blvd., Altoona, PA 16602; or the charity of your choosing.

Condolences may be made at www.stevensfamilyfuneralhomes.com or Stevens Family Funeral Homes Facebook.