Ernest W. Marvel, 73, of Kennett Square, died Nov. 17 at his home.
He was born in Chester, to the late Ernest M. and Florence E. (Esterling) Marvel.
He first attended the one-room school house in Ogden, Pa then moved to Garden City, where he attended Nether Providence Schools. As a teenager, he rode with the Rose Tree Hunt and the Valleybrook Hounds. Upon graduation from Williamson Trade School in 1962, he began his life’s work as a mason, eventually forming Mar-John Masonry, Inc., a highly regarded group, which continues to this day.
His passion was helping his three sons and other young masons learn the trade. As a young man, he took up saltwater fishing, spending many fine days on the ocean or bay, taking one last charter trip on his birthday in June. He had been active in Cub Scouts as well as the Indian Guides and enjoyed travelling when he was able.
Left to mourn his loss are his devoted wife, Carol (Krauss) Marvel, his loving children: LuAnn (Jeff) Jahnke, EJ (Kelli) Marvel, Andy (Kelly) Marvel and Matt (Lisa) Marvel; eight adoring grandchildren: Devin Jahnke; Alexis, Carli, Madeline, Lauren, Ashley, Justin, and Lena Jane Marvel; his sister, Cindi Marvel, his aunts MaryAnn (Ed) Brady and Joan Esterling, special in-laws Diane (Bruce) Sheaffer and Bob (Elaine) Krauss, and many nieces, nephews and cousins.
The family cordially invites friends and family to join them in a celebration of his life at noon on Saturday, Nov. 28, at the Italian American Club, 30 Ways Lane in Kennett Square, where lunch will be served and memories shared.
In lieu of flowers, we would sincerely appreciate a donation made in his name to Williamson College of the Trades, 106 S. New Middletown Rd, Media, PA 19063, or to the American Cancer Society or Four Paws Rescue at 218 Pine Grove Rd, Nottingham, PA 19362
Online condolences may be made by visiting www.griecocares.com
Arrangements by the Kuzo & Grieco Funeral Home in Kennett Square.
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