Marcella Maly Obituary
She was born on September 19, 1933, in Morris, Illinois, the daughter of John and Vivian Kelly.
Marcella was preceded in death by her parents, husband Frank, son in law Daniel Swyndro, granddaughter Aimee Swyndro and great-granddaughter Alyssa Swyndro, and brother David (Ronnie) Kelly.
She is survived by her children Debra Emery, Fort Smith, Arkansas, Karen Swyndro, Coal City, IL, and Michelle (Thomas) Musser, Manhattan, KS; Grandchildren: Heidi (Wayne) Bulthuis, Coal City, IL, Stephanie Ruberto, Fort Smith, Arkansas, Matthew Musser, Manhattan, KS, and also four great grandchildren and one great great-grand-daughter and special friend, Pamela Schlodder.
The family wishes to extend their gratitude to the kind, caring staff at Ascension Via Christi Village and Interim Hospice.
A vigil with the Rosary will be held at 10:00a.m. Wednesday February 4, 2026, at the Seven Dolors Catholic Church in Manhattan. Mass of Christian Burial will follow staring at 11:00a.m. at the church. Private Interment in Illinois at a later date.
To honor Marcella's legacy, please direct any donations to the family to help with expenses. Donations may be left in the care of Yorgensen Meloan Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.
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