Eleanor "Ellie" Markel

Ellie Markel, of Palmetto, FL, age 67, passed away, unexpectedly, on Monday, November 7, 2022. Born in Youngstown, OH, Ellie moved to Bradenton in 1976. She was a fantastic wife, mother, sister and friend. Ellie is survived by her children, Justin Markel (Lisa Warthen) of Bradley, IL and Misty Markel (Doug Marston) of Charleston, ME; 13 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren, her sisters, Ruth (Paul) Butler and Kay Powell; and her brother, Robert (Dawn) Snyder. She will also be missed by her sisters-in-law, brother-in-law, and her many friends. Ellie was preceded in death by her husband, Dale Markel; son, Chris Markel; sister, Deborah Beghtel; brother, Rusty Snyder; and her parents. The Celebration of Ellie's Life will be held on a future date.