Betty Alice Marrell

Betty Marrell, age 98, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on February 14, 2026.

She was born on May 19, 1927, to Crystal and Warren Bozarth, who predeceased her. She was married for 56 years to Richard (Dick) Marrell, who passed away in 2003.

She is survived by three children: Diane Childers (the late Clyde Childers), Dennis (Sheena) Marrell, and Becky (Jake) Wagner.

Seven Grandchildren: Jill (Rich) Rezek, Gary Childers, Richard (Lara) Marrell, Dennis Marrell (Alex Pasquale), Julie (Justin) Kissinger, Ben Wagner, and Katy (Chris Rosenthal) Wagner.

Ten Great-Grandchildren: Violet Worth, Sophia Childers, John Marrell, Charles (Lauren) Marrell, Nick Marrell, Ella Kissinger, Justin Kissinger, Makenna Kissinger, Viviana Ramirez, and Fiona Epperson.

One Great-Great-Grandchild: Thomas Marrell.

Betty is also survived by sister-in-law Della Bozarth and nieces and nephews: Mike Bozarth, Lori (Kevin) Harvard, Warren Bozarth, Laurie Popovich, Donna (Dave) LaMere, and Cathy (Jim) Douglas.

Preceded in death by her husband, infant son, Matthew, parents, and brothers Don Bozarth and Gary Bozarth, and sister Sharon Armstrong.

Betty was a wonderful daughter, sister, aunt, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, treasured by her family. She was her own person who enjoyed life to the fullest.

For 25 years she owned and operated Mrs. Marrell's Nursery School in her home. She believed in children learning at their own pace and truly loved working with the hundreds of growing minds who attended her school.

Upon retiring from teaching, she opened The Top Drawer, a beloved town resale shop. She loved seeking out the grandest bargains to resell and the splendor of meeting different walks of life wandering into her shop. She earned a reputation as "Queen of the Garage Sales," hunting each week with an eye for hidden gems.

After Betty moved from her house, she made Avalon Springs home by filling the space with her colorful world—from her lilac hair to her artsy style. She filled the air with the sounds of friends and family togetherness over countless rounds of playing cards where she reigned champion of Kings on the Corners.

Betty is celebrated and will be greatly missed by those who love the remarkably unique lady who inspired so many.

As per her request, no services will be held.