Carl H. Markel

Carl H. Markel, 79, of Mentor, passed away Thursday, April 19, 2018. Born July 9, 1938, in Barnesboro, Pa., he had been a resident of Lake County for more than 50 years. Carl was a past member of the Roberts American Legion Post 214 in Willoughby, an avid deer hunter and enjoyed boating and fishing. He offered his assistance to many, fixing their cars and houses. Carl was dearly loved by his family and will be missed by many. Mr. Markel had worked as a mechanic for the City of Euclid for more than 30 years, prior to his retirement.

Carl was the beloved husband of almost 59 years (July 18, 1959) to Elsie M, (nee Kelly) Markel; loving father of Karen A. Mickshaw, Elaine M. Markel and Paul K. Markel; cherished grandfather of Amber (Bill), Brandon (Alyson), Holly (Randy), Sarah (James), Matthew and Joshua; great-grandfather of 10; brother-in-law of Esther Markel; and uncle of many niecL. es and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his daughter, Robin McLean; son, Carl B. Markel; parents, Bradley and Audrey (nee Thomas) Markel; and siblings, Wallace, Robert (Gail), Russell and Dorothy.

Family will receive friends from 5 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at McMahon-Coyne-Vitantonio Funeral Home, 6330 Center St. (Route 615, north of Route 2), Mentor, with a Celebration of Life Service at 7:30 p.m. Burial will be in Willoughby Memofamily. rial Gardens. Donations in his name may be made in care of the To leave condolences for the family, order flowers or light a memorial candle, visit www.MCVfuneralhomes.com.