Photo courtesy of Pitts Funeral Home of Erie
Jul 22, 1981 - Jul 2, 2025
Chello will be sorely missed by all that knew him. Chello touched a lot of lives and it was a pleasure to be in his company
Kris Pacley
July 28, 2025 | Girard, PA
Charles,
Deepest sympathy extended to you and your family on the devastating loss of your son. I stand with you. You are in my thoughts and heart.
Suzanne Csop
July 17, 2025 | Erie, PA
So sorry for your loss. I'm keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers, asking for strength and comfort for each of you. May you find comfort in the memories you shared.
Stacey S.
July 12, 2025 | FL
Charles & Ludella and Chellos mom, also his children and entire family and friends, I am so very sorry for your loss. My heart is broken for Chello. This was a senseless act. Rest in Paradise Chello, prayers love and peace to all.
Mary Plaza
July 11, 2025 | Erie, PA | Friend
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Shara Goudy
July 11, 2025 | Erie, PA | Friend
My prayers & thoughts are with children, family & friends of Chello. Your name & spirit will live through us all throughout Erie! Your kind heart will truly be missed. Rest in everlasting Peace ~Long Live Chello!
- Volanta Stovall
Volanta Stovall
July 10, 2025 | Washington DC, DC | Friend
Many Prayers to the family. My family. And our deepest condolences. Rest In Peace.
Arrington-Boose family.
Dana Arrington-Boose
July 10, 2025 | Erie, PA | Family
You will Greatly missed by all. My condolences to his family and friends
Felipe Twillie
July 10, 2025 | Erie, PA | Family
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Eric Walton
July 10, 2025 | Brooklyn, NY | Friend
Marchello Dupree WoodardJuly 22, 1981 – July 2, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Marchello Dupree Woodard, age 43, of Erie, PA, who departed this life on July 2, 2025.
Born on July 22, 1981. Marchello was the beloved son of Martha Bradley and Charles Woodard. He was a devoted father to his three children: Malakai Woodard, Mekhia Woodard, and Major Woodard, who were the pride and joy of his life.
Marchello was a man of vision and ambition. As a dedicated entrepreneur, he found joy in building and creating, always striving to leave a positive mark. He had a passion for fitness, fashion, cooking, and good food—but above all, he treasured time spent with his children.
His generosity and kind spirit were felt deeply in the Erie community, where he gave selflessly and supported others in quiet, meaningful ways.
He was a longtime member of the YMCA, and his spiritual walk included attending services at Abundant Life Ministries and Victory Christian Center Cathedral.
Marchello was a man of peace, love, and kindness—an undeniable blessing to all who knew him.
He leaves to cherish his memory: One daughter, Mekhia Woodard; two sons, Malakai Woodard and Major Woodard; his mother, Martha Bradley; his father, Charles Woodard; one brother, Dominque Bradley; one sister, Snowie Crosby; and a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and dear friends. He was preceded in death by his brother, Charles “Charlie” Woodard Jr.
Friends may visit with the family at Second Baptist Church, 757 E 26th St, Erie, PA 16504, on Saturday, July 12, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Pastor Ryan Gaines will deliver the eulogy. Interment will follow at Wintergreen Gorge Cemetery, 2601 Norcross Road, Erie, PA 16510. A Celebration of Life will immediately follow at Booker T. Washington Center, 1702 Holland St, Erie, PA 16503 at 3:00pm. Professional services are entrusted to Pitts Funeral Home, 2926 Pine Avenue, Erie, PA 16504.
Marchello’s presence will be deeply missed, but his spirit lives on in the love he gave, the lives he touched, and the legacy he leaves behind.
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