Harold Altermatt

Harold Altermatt, age 92, formerly of Alexandria Minn, died Monday, September 16, 2019, at his residence in Jacksonville, FL after a battle with lung cancer.

Harold was born on October 27, 1926, the third of 4 children of Herman and Katherine Altermatt. He left high school to join the US Navy serving on the hospital ship USS Hope during WWII. After his discharge, he worked as a plumber and in the maintenance department at Bethany.

Harold moved to Jacksonville, FL in March 2019, to enjoy the year-around warm weather.  In April 2019, he was diagnosed with lung cancer.

Harold was preceded in death by his parents and his brothers Leo and Victor, and sister Anna. He is survived by his wife of 69 years - Frances; Daughters: Kate (Fred), Jane (Terry), Judy (Scott) Mary, Liz, and Rebecca; and son Steve.

A memorial service will be held at a future date. Interment will be in Minnesota State Veterans Cemetery - Little Falls, Minn.

Arrangements with Hatcher Cremations, Jacksonville, FL.