Cathy Marie (Valentine) Warnell, 71, of Hanover, PA, passed away on Monday, November 4, 2024, at her home, while surrounded by her loving family. She was the loving wife of Anthony Warnell for 44 years.
Born December 17, 1952 in Baltimore, Maryland, she was the daughter of the late Ralph and Lucia (Roberto) Valentine. She was also preceded in death by two brothers, a sister and a grandchild.
Cathy enjoyed watching her grandchildren; especially when they played sports, watching television, and playing bingo.
In addition to her husband Anthony, she is also survived by a son, Michael P. Spencer and fiancé Ashley Teal; two daughters, Kelly L. Kellison and husband Keith Kellison, Sandy P. Warnell and husband Josh King; 11 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and her faithful dog, Bailey.
Funeral services will be private and held at the convenience of the family.
Brandenburg & Stein Funeral Parlor, Gettysburg, are assisting the family with the arrangements.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
3045 Baltimore Pike, Gettysburg, PA 17325
Memories and condolences can be left on the obituary at the funeral home website.


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