Alta Maxine Mohr

On May 28, 2026, Alta Maxine Mohr peacefully went to be with the Lord at the age of 83. Born on April 16, 1943, in Confluence, PA, she lived a life defined by faith, family, laughter, resilience, and a love story that spanned nearly her entire lifetime. She lived many places throughout life, but Marietta, Ohio has been the city she called home for the last 56 years.

The love of her life was Ralph, whom she met when she was just thirteen years old. From that young age forward, they rarely spent life apart. As devoted partners for 65 years of marriage, they built a lifetime of memories together, weathering life’s joys and challenges hand in hand. Their greatest pride and joy were their children, and together they created a home filled with love, laughter, and unwavering support for family.

A loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, and treasured friend, she leaves behind a legacy measured not only by the family she adored but by the countless lives she touched along the way. She never met a stranger and could strike up a conversation with anyone. Whether she was chatting with a neighbor, making a new friend in a checkout line, or sharing stories with someone she had just met, she had a gift for making people feel welcome and valued. The legacy she left is heard through the words of love spoken by the many children she babysat forty years ago. As a mother, you could find her cheering from the sidelines at Bryan’s Little League games, attending 80s concerts so Jeni could live out her dreams of seeing her favorite bands, driving station wagons full of kids to the pool, or joining in local things she loved like the Sternwheel Festival. She was always there when it mattered most. Alta enjoyed worshiping at Gilman United Methodist Church and the connections she made as a member of the congregation. She was immensely proud of Bryan’s service to our country, Jeni’s career teaching middle school, and celebrated the accomplishments of those she loved with genuine enthusiasm.

Alta found joy in life’s simple pleasures—an evening of bingo, church gatherings, outings with the “Lunch Bunch,” a lively card game with neighbors and friends, and time spent with her family. She was well-known for loving game shows and yelling out comments on every one she watched. Her favorite holiday was Christmas, and no one decorated a tree with more care, precision, or pride. Cardinals always caught her eye, Elvis was forever on her playlist, and family gatherings were her favorite place to be.

Known for her fierce independence and gift for speaking her mind, she kept everyone around her laughing. She never quite accepted that certain household chores should be left to others, especially when there were windows to clean or stools to climb. Her standards were legendary—you would never find clothes sitting in a hamper or a dirty glass left in the sink. She believed in practical wisdom and generously shared it: Dawn dishwashing liquid could remove any stain, Bag Balm could heal nearly anything, and leaving the house without clean underclothes was simply not an option.

Through two battles with cancer and numerous other health challenges, she demonstrated a strength and resilience that inspired everyone around her. She faced difficulties with courage and grace, rarely complaining and never wanting to burden others.

Above all, she will be remembered for her steadfast faith, generous heart, quick wit, and the unconditional love she gave so freely. She was the kind of person who made everyone feel welcome, cared for, and important. The memories she created, the lessons she taught, and the love she shared will live on in the hearts of all who knew her.

Alta was welcomed into heaven by her parents, Charles and Clara Shipley, and seven of her siblings Audrey, Billy, David, Forrest, Francis, Ralph, and Thelma. She will be lovingly remembered and missed by her faithful husband, Ralph, who she married August 20, 1960. She also leaves behind two children she adored, Bryan (Missie) Mohr and Jennifer (Rich) Jamiolkowski and her brother, Valice Shipley who she shared a bond with like two peas-in-a-pod. She was blessed with five surviving grandchildren, Nick (Keisha), Matt (Lexi), Bethany (John), Grace, and Bella as well as four great-grandchildren, Addie, Kole, Jace, and Abraham.

A celebration of Alta’s life and a meal of love following the service will be held on Sunday, June 7 at Gilman United Methodist Church in Marietta, Ohio, beginning at 2:00. Please join her family to share stories of love, memories and thank the Lord for giving us a true gift with her life that made such a difference in the world.

Cawley & Peoples Funeral Home is honored to serve Alta's family. Online condolences and additional resources can be found by visiting their website at www.CawleyandPeoples.com or by following their Facebook page.