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He was born in Erie on April 7th, 1960 a son of Frances Giamanco-Altadonna Marnella and the late David P. Marnella.
Phil was an alumni of St Paul's & Cathedral Prep's Class of 1978.
Phil was the Human Resource Director at Grimm Industries where he dedicated his Career with 30 years of service.
Outside of work, Phil's passion was his family – He was a brother, a husband, an uncle, a father & most proudly: Papa.
Phil loved being involved in the Erie Baseball community especially in his roles spent with Erie Thunder, Erie Legion & Villa Maria Academy. He also tried his best to enjoy watching the "Damn Yankees".
In addition to Baseball & his Family, Phil spent many of his days in the local bowling establishments throughout the area creating life long friendships and memories including a very special memory with Rick Heaverly in 1982 at Frontier Lanes scoring the 2nd highest doubles team score in the Nation with a 1556 series.
He was also a proud organizer of the Sons of Little Italy & member of the La Nuova Auora Society where his contagious laugh & smile will greatly be missed.
In addition to his father, Phil is preceded in death by his father & mother in law, Joseph A. & Ann Skladanowski & brother in law, Joseph J. Skladanowski.
He is survived by his wife of almost 40 years, Daria M. (Skladanowski) Marnella, son David P & Kaila Marnella, grandchildren Enzo & soon to be granddaughter Marnella, mother, Frances Giamanco-Altadonna Marnella, siblings, Kathryn & Kenneth Wenslow, Carol & Roger Harrington, Ann & Thomas Chido and Paul Marnella & Heather Lyon, in-laws, Maryann & Dale Hannah, Richard & Mary Margaret Skladanowski, Cynthia Skladanowski, and John & Elaine Skladanowski and the Perry Family with whom he carried a special bond. Additionally, many beloved nieces, nephews, godchildren & cousins.
Friends will be invited to the Funeral Mass at a later date. The Kloecker Funeral Home & Crematory Inc is handling the arrangements.
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Mary Ann Maciulewicz
April 19, 2025
Daria, my condolences to you and your family. You're in my thoughts and prayers.
Mary Ann Maciulewicz
Lisa Winschel
April 14, 2025
Dear Daria, David, and the Marnella Family,
You have my deepest sympathy and condolences. The Campagne family loved Phil and I have the greatest memories working with him when he was still at Career Concepts. Daria, Phil and his family have always been extended family to us. You and Phil were so supportive to me when Paul and my parents passed. He was a great soul and very loved. A true stand up man that was always willing to help. I am always available to help you in anyway, Daria. My heart is broken for all of you and again, I am so sorry.
Love,
Lisa
Harry Flaris
April 13, 2025
Daria and family, we are deeply saddened and heartbroken by the loss of your beloved Phil. May he rest in peace, and his memory be eternal.
Harry & Stefanie Flaris
Joe Jordano & Family
April 12, 2025
Our deepest sympathies. I knew Phil from our days bowling as kids at the Nuova Aurora club on Saturday mornings and followed his impressive accomplishments on the lanes. Phil always greeted everyone with a smile and enjoyed talking about shared memories. He was a good man and friend. May he rest peacefully. We will keep the entire Marnella family in our thoughts and prayers.
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Rob Purzycki
April 12, 2025
I played 35 and older softball with Phil for 10-11 years. He was always a soft spoken really good guy. Always fun to play against and really fun to hang out with afterwards as well. His son played baseball with my nephew at Villa HS to Too young to see this man go. God Bless him and his family. I´m sure he will be greatly missed.
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Jim Grande
April 12, 2025
My condolences to the Marnella family..Phil was such a wonderful person, he will be missed by all who knew him....
David Stablein
April 11, 2025
Want to send condolences to the he will be missed prayers for Phil
Jill and Joe Menc
April 11, 2025
Dear Marnella Family and Altadonna Family- We are very sad to hear of Phil's passing. We hope that all your memories of Phil will give you some comfort at this difficult time. Prayers, Jill and Joe Menc
Kristyn and Nate Ross
April 11, 2025
We are so sorry for your loss, Marnella family. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Deborah Casullo Simyak
April 11, 2025
To the family of Philip, sending Deepest Sympathy over your loss. May he RIP . Deborah Casullo Simyakp
Ann Russell
April 11, 2025
So very sorry about Phil . My heart goes out to you with love
Jerry Villella
April 11, 2025
Dear Daria and family ~ So sorry for your loss. Phil was a good friend. May his memory always be a blessing.
Mike Riley
April 11, 2025
Phil, you were only part of my life for a very short time, but impacted me for a life time. It was a pleasure and privilege to call you my friend. Don't worry, I will comfort Mariah. With much love, I release you to the arms of our Father in heaven.
Brenda Carr
April 11, 2025
Daria, David & the Marnella family,
I am so sadden with Phil´s passing. Phil was one of the good guys. I never saw him without a smile on his face. I have so many wonderful memories of him...thankful for that. Keeping you all in my prayers.
Brenda Carr
Tom and Jeanette Adamczyk
April 11, 2025
Daria, David, Kaila and Family,
So sorry for your loss. We have fun baseball memories of Phil from Villa. And kept up the friendship at LaNuova when we ran into each other. Our prayers are with you.
Tom and Jeanette Adamczyk
Candy Lauria Rentschler
April 11, 2025
I am so sorry to hear about Phil's passing. He was a wonderful man! You are all in my prayers.
SHIRLEY LEONE SADLER
April 11, 2025
Daria: I am so sorry to hear about Phil. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you as you navigate through this difficult time. I just always remember Phil hanging out with all of my male cousins on Liberty Street. He was the best. Rest in Peace, Phil.
Shirley Leone Sadler
Susan Yarnell
April 10, 2025
Daria and David, prayers for peace and comfort for your family.
John Geer
April 10, 2025
Thank you Phil for helping me out I will always remember you John Geer
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