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John Markwell Obituary
Greenfield, MA - John A. Markwell, Jr., 75, of Wells St., passed away on December 7, 2024.
John was born in Greenfield on June 10, 1949 the son of John and Edith (Robbins) Markwell.
On November 13, 1976 John was married to Martha L. Belt. They were married for nearly 44 years before the untimely passing of Martha on September 1, 2020. Together they enjoyed gardening around their home with both vegetables and flowers of many kinds.
He was employed by Greenfield Community College as a maintenance foreman for several years.
Survivors include his son Jason Markwell and his wife Christina, granddaughter Madison and grandson Jacob all of Greenfield, and extended family members and friends.
Services will be at the convenience of the family.
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Jason O´Neill
January 7, 2026
I worked for Mr. Markwell as a groundskeeper when I was a student. He was always nice but honest about when I was doing something stupid. I was always happy to see him, he was kind, funny and an all around stand up guy.
Edie Grover
March 25, 2025
John was my one and only BIG brother. I have waited to write on here as I have been having a difficult time excepting, he is really gone. I moved away may years ago to another state, but we talked several times a week on the phone. I have many memories that I cherish more now than ever. I loved you dearly and you are missed every day. I love this picture of you from my wedding, we never aged, always young.
Carol Broderick
January 29, 2025
I worked with John for almost 19 years @ GCC. The 1st couple of years on the Grounds crew, we had a lot of fun mowing lawns, plowing and shoveling snow! Putting in a new sidewalk, building the school sign, clearing trees and brush to put the road in behind the College! We had a great Crew! Tim, Al & Joe .. I was his night Supervisor for the Maintainers for many years!! John was very involved in projects at the college and took great pride in keeping the Campus looking great! Inside and out!! It was a great pleasure to work with him all those years and to also to know Marty and Jason! I am glad I had a chance to visit and catch up with him recently!! Rest in peace John!!
Carol Broderick- Unit 26
Robert Keir
January 20, 2025
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
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Bob Pura
January 17, 2025
John took care of GCC´s buildings and grounds with great respect and pride. Students, faculty and staff benefited from his dedication every day. Rest in peace John.
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