Shawn Michael Eckenrode

Shawn Michael Eckenrode, 42, Tyrone, passed away July 19, 2026. Born October 26, 1983 in Altoona, son of Adrian “Eggs” and Marcie (Wilson) Eckenrode II of Loretto, PA. He is preceded in death by paternal grandparents, Adrian and Constance Eckenrode; and maternal grandparents, Gerald and Shirley Wilson. He is survived by his  parents; his loving wife of almost 20 years, Elissa (Krug) Eckenrode; children, Dylan Eckenrode (Kara) and Ella Eckenrode; Siblings, Scott (Steph) Eckenrode and children, Ethan and Bryce, Corey (Ashley) Eckenrode and children, Declan and Cullen, and Ashley Edmudnson and children, Addyson, Adryana, Brantley, and Ashtyn; father and mother-in-law, Terry and Janice (Crossman) Krug; sister-in-law, Lauren (Matt) Parker and children, Madison and Ariana; and grandmother-in-law, Elizabeth “Betty” Crossman. He was employed at Penn State Main Campus HVAC for 17 years. Shawn enjoyed hunting, fishing, cards, cornhole, cigars, coaching softball, camping, side by side riding, and spending time with family. Shawn was always willing to lend a helping hand to anyone in need. Family and friends will be received on Friday, July 24, 2026 from 2:00 to 8:00 pm at Gibbons-Penksa Funeral Home, 1688 Liberty St. Ashville, PA 16613. A funeral mass will be held on Saturday, July 25, 2026 at 10:00 am at St Michaels Basilica Church, 321 St. Mary St. Loretto, PA 15940. Fr. Malachi Van Tassell, Officiating. Interment at St. Michael’s Cemetery. Arrangements are under the care of Gibbons-Penksa Funeral Home, Ashville. Condolences can be made at www.gibbonsfhashvillecoalport.com or at our Gibbons-Penksa Funeral Home Facebook Page.

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