Deborah Markel-Nearhoof Obituary
With solemn reverence, we commemorate Deborah Markel-Nearhoof of Tyrone, Pennsylvania, whose life came to an end on August 2, 2025 at the age of 72, leaving behind cherished memories. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Deborah Markel-Nearhoof or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
She was predeceased by: her parents, William L. Markel and Betty V. Markel Sr. (Drake); her sister Barbara; her sibling's children, John "Johnny" Joseph Kobuck IV and Katie Lou Markel; and her great-nephew Carter Andrew Hook.
She is survived by: her daughters, Heather Leah Mitchell and Elizabeth Ellen Evans; her grandchildren, Olivia R. Laich (Eric), Vincent S. Mitchell, Drake C. Mitchell and Sophia E. Mitchell; her siblings, William L. Markel Jr. (Pamela), Mitzi E. Kobuck (John), Jeffrey Markel and Lisa Jo Plowman (John); and her nephew Charles F. Nearhoof Jr..
Visitation was held on Thursday, August 7th 2025 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM and on Friday, August 8th 2025 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the Feller Memorial (817 W 15th St, Tyrone, PA 16686). A funeral service was held on Friday, August 8th 2025 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the same location. The military honors was held on Friday, August 8th 2025 at the same location.
