Dennis Lee Markwell Obituary

With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Dennis Lee Markwell of Shelby, Ohio, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Dennis left this world on October 28, 2025 at the age of 80, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Clyde Markwell and Virginia Markwell (Hall); his sister Joyce Riddle; and his daughter Kim Kennard. He is survived by: his children, Todd Markwell (Allyson) of Alabama, Lee Markwell (Sherry) of Georgia, Jennifer McBride (Bryan) of Mansfield, Randy Kennard of Shelby, Scott Kennard of Willard and Nancy Kelley of Florida; his grandchildren, Dustin Markwell (Bri), Austin Markwell (Jalissa), Tryston Garrigues, Riley Brown, Baylee Markwell, Reed Markwell, Kyla Harner, Michelle Johnson, Carson Markwell, Jordan Blount, Miah Henderson, Madaline Henderson, Brayden McBride, Kayla Shoup (Ian), Noah Kennard (Cassie), Cale Kennard (Lexi), Meghan Kelley and Michael Kelley; his great grandchildren, Lyndon, Quinn, Jayden, Boone, Maverick and Zoe; and his pets, Rascal and Zoe.

For those wishing, memorial contributions may be made to the Richland County Humane Society (adoptourstrays.com/donate/).