Note: Misty (Finnegan) Elder enrolled and left WPSD around 1995.
Misty Dawn Elder, 49, of Altoona, entered into the loving arms of her Lord and Savior Tuesday evening at UPMC Altoona following an extended illness. She was born in Roaring Spring, the daughter of Vicki (Davis) Finnegan and the late Alan Finnegan.
Misty is survived by her mother, Vicki Finnegan (Rocco Scalzi) of Hollidaysburg; her son, Tyler Elder (fiancé, Kylie Mae) of Altoona and daughter, Emily Elder of California; five grandchildren: Braxton, Abrina, Thalia, Oliver and Elora; also, her sister, Kortney Seilhamer of Altoona; and her nieces: Alexis, Addyson and Payton.
She was preceded in death by her grandparents: Karen Manocchio, Dick and Donna Finnegan.
Misty enjoyed making crafts, especially the diamond dots, going on outings and activities with the deaf community. She was an avid fan of Imagine Wrestling, but she ultimately loved spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren.
Misty showed tremendous courage and strength over the last several months, she was one of the strongest people you could have ever met and will be forever missed.
Friends will be received from 10 am-1 pm on Monday, June 22, 2026 at The Stevens Mortuary, Inc., 1421 8th Avenue, Altoona, PA 16602, where a funeral service will immediately follow at 1 pm in the Stevens Memorial Chapel.
Committal will be held at Calvary Cemetery.
Condolences may be made at www.stevensfamilyfuneralhomes.com or Stevens Family Funeral Homes Facebook.
