Chris Markley Obituary
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Chris Markley of Needham, Massachusetts, who passed away on April 18, 2026, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Chris Markley to pay them a last tribute.
In the vast expanse of eternity, Chris shall find rest, cradled in the arms of everlasting peace. And as we bid Chris farewell, her loved ones carry with them the precious gift of her memory, a beacon of hope guiding them through the shadows of sorrow towards the light of a new dawn.
She was loved and cherished by many people including: her parents, Aram Nahabedian and Mary Nahabedian; her husband George Markley; her siblings, Aram Nahabedian (Chris) of Newtown, CT and Marlene Parnell (Tom) of Westfield, MA; her children, Rabbi Todd and Michele Markley of Needham, MA; and her grandchildren, Mia and Adam. She was also cherished by nieces and nephews and their children.
Donations in Chris's memory can be made to "Rabbi Markley's Discretionary Fund (https://tbsneedham.org)" at Temple Beth Shalom, 670 Highland Ave, Needham, MA 02494.
