Donald Leo "Donnie" Fishel

Donald Leo "Donnie" Fishel obituary, Cumberland, MD

Donald Leo "Donnie" Fishel

Donald Fishel Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Scarpelli Funeral Home, P.A. - Cumberland on May 7, 2025.

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Donald "Donnie" Leo Fishel, 61, of Oldtown, MD passed away at his home on May 5, 2025.
Born September 12, 1963 in Cumberland, MD to the late Donald and Jane Lee Fishel. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his two sisters, LeeAnn and Tara Fishel, and a half-brother, Timothy Frye.
Donnie worked with his hands as a roofer, drywall finisher, and wood crafts.
He is survived by his sister, Susie Twigg and husband Dailey; a nephew and two nieces; three great nieces; and two great nephews; and his very good friend, Dawn Stahlman.
In accordance with his wishes, he will be cremated and there will be no services.
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