Markel

William “Bill” Ellis Markel, 64, passed away Friday, Nov. 22, 2024. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and friend who will be deeply missed by all who were lucky to have known him.

Bill was born on Nov. 15, 1960, in Butler. He was the son of James “Nupe” and Betty (Crawford) Markel. He grew up on the river along Seybertown Road of East Brady. He married his partner in life, Sheila (Corey) Markel, on Oct. 19, 1985.

In his younger years, he enjoyed water sports and basketball. He taught his son, David, how to wakeboard, and it was something they loved doing together every summer. In addition to water sports, he also had a passion for restoring classic wooden boats to their former glory. He was most proud of his replica Hacker Craft that he built and lovingly named “Danny Boy” after his son, Daniel.

After retiring from his 29-year career at Indspec Chemical, Bill turned his focus to his family and his hobbies. Some of his favorite things to do included working on home-improvement projects, tinkering in the garage, playing pickleball, and going out on the boat.

Above all else, Bill cherished his family. He dedicated his life to making his family’s home and the world accessible for his son, Danny. If there was something that Danny wanted to do, Bill was sure to find a way. In addition to building an accessible life for Danny, Bill and David built a house for David and his family just across the street from their family home.

Bill is survived by his loving wife, Sheila A. Markel; his twin sons, Daniel Markel and David Markel (Anna) of East Brady; granddaughter, Eliza Markel; his mother, Betty Markel of East Brady; siblings, James Markel (Debbie) of Millville, N.J., Robert Markel (Amy) of East Brady and Mary Ann McGuire (Robert) of Butler, as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

Bill was preceded in death by his father, James “Nupe” Markel.

MARKEL — Family and friends of William “Bill” Ellis Markel, who died Friday, Nov. 22, 2024, will be received from 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024, and 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, Nov. 25, 2024, at BUECHELE FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION SERVICES, 707 Kellys Way, East Brady.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 26, 2024, at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, 2217 Chicora Road, Chicora with the Rev. Joseph Boomhower officiating.

In lieu of flowers, please make donations in Bill’s name to “East Brady Revitalization” 502 Ferry St., Suite 15, East Brady, PA 16028. The funds will be used for gymnasium improvements.

To view or express condolences, please visit www.BuecheleFuneralHome.com.

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