Obituary

David Brian Alwine-Passmore, 67, passed away on August 12, 2025. Born May 6, 1958, to the late William and Madeline Louise (Johnston) Alwine. Preceded in death by his daughter, Courtney Alwine; sisters, Barbara Karsaba and Pamela Alwine; Brother in Law, Michael Karsaba Sr. and grandmother, Lena Alwine. Survived by loving husband, Joseph M. Passmore; daughter, Kayla Alwine (Paul); grandchildren, Kara Alwine, Rashaun Puryear Jr., Arieonna Alwine, Julius Puryear, Kaysen Puryear, and Zoey Alwine; great grandson, Kamden Stephens; brother, William “Bill” Alwine (Doris); nieces, Megan and Ashley Alwine; and nephews, Greg Alwine and Michael and Christopher Karsaba and a host of great nieces and nephews. David graduated with a degree in healthcare management from Penn Highlands Community College and an art degree from a school in Fort Lauderdale, FL. He enjoyed music, dancing, karaoke, gardening, shopping at QVC and HSN, watching cooking shows, and cooking delicious meals. David was creative, funny, and was always the life of the party. Above all else David cherished his family. He will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by them. There will be a memorial service held at Calvary United Methodist Church, 159 Chandler Avenue, on Saturday, August 16, 2025, at 11:00am. There will be no viewing per David’s request. Memorial donations may be shared in David’s honor with Calvary United Methodist Church’s Building Fund, 159 Chandler Avenue, Johnstown, PA 15906. Arrangements in care of Hindman Funeral Homes & Crematory, Inc., “Exclusive Provider of Veterans and Family Memorial Care.” Condolences may be made at HindmanFuneralHomes.com