"My one and only My Dad Billy Markell. Dad you are my heart my soul my everything not a day goes by that your not thought about missed or loved. I know that you were taken from us very young and too soon and it hurts like Hell to know your gone but I also know you are no longer stuck behind those locked doors and no longer suffering. I know that you are our guardian angel up above watching over all of us and I pray that you know I am finally home with your grandsons hoping and wishing to learn more and more about the lovng caring man, son, father, brother, cousin, grandpa uncle,and friend that you are. You are loved and missed but never forgotten you are Billy Markell my Father "
In loving memory of
William "Bill" Markell
July 4, 1959 - May 31, 2014
Bill was born July 4, 1959, to Pete and Carol Markell in West Covina, California. He passed away on May 31, 2014, in Butner, North Carolina.
Survivors include his mother Carol Markell of Argyle, three brothers, Robert (LouAnn) Markell of San Angelo, Texas, Dave Markell of Argyle, Iowa, and Richard (Shawn) Markell of Keokuk. Two sisters, Sissie Horton of Sedalia, Missouri, and Debbie Smith of Keokuk. Two sons, Jeremy (Kayla) Markell of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, and Ian (Bridgette) Markell of Manteca, California. One daughter, Dusty (Chris) Oliver of Manteca, California, and nine grandchildren. Eight nieces, Tera Smith (Shawn Asbury) of Meredosia, Illinois, Kami Markell, Erica Smith-Zick (T.J. Zick), Sharisha (Paul) Rader and Kayla Markell (Phil Schwartz), all of Keokuk, Iowa. Kristina (Danny) White, and Klaire Markell of San Angelo, Texas. Shelda Markell (Mike) of Fort Madison, Iowa. Five nephews, David Markell, I.C. (Krystal) Christy of Keokuk, Iowa, Matt (Nikki) Horton of Wamego, Kansas, Daniel (Angel) Horton of Ervington, Alabama, Blaine Markell of San Angelo, Texas. Several aunts, uncles and cousins, as well as great nieces and nephews. His special friends Heidi Ludwig of Philadelphia, Missouri and Pam and Shy Byrn of Kahoka, Missouri.
Bill was an avid Outlaw Biker. He was a family man who loved life and living. His family meant the world to him. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, motorcycle rallies, working on cycles, and was a great mechanic. He had worked in Construction and Concrete with his brother Richard and also at Gregory Manufacturing.
Bill is preceded in death by his father Pete Markell, brother Bob Markell and his grandparents, William and Irene Case. He will be missed by all who knew him.
Visitation will be held Friday, June 6th, 2014, from 3 to 8 pm, with family meeting friends from 6 to 8 pm, at DeJong-Greaves Celebration of Life Center located at 917 Blondeau Street. Directly following the visitation, Pastor Doug Horner will deliver words of comfort at 8 pm.
Bill's family wishes to invite all family and friends to a Carry-In Dinner, Thursday, June 5th, 2014, at the Argyle Community Center in Argyle, Iowa, from 6 to 8 pm. They ask that you please bring a covered dish and any memories, photos or stories you would like to share. Tea, Lemonade and table service are furnished.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the family of Bill Markell.
Tributes
"Joanne Johnson Nelson. I knew Billy and Sissy as children. I was good friends with Carol. I would love to talk to her."
"thank you dad for life, peace be with you"
"Me and bill had a lot of good times together my thoughts and prayers go out to the family"
"Our thoughts and prayers go out to you all. RIP Billy -- I'll see you again some day. Lisa"
"My prayers and thoughts go out to the family."
"Billy i will miss ya man we had some good times yrs ago that i will never 4 get wild man ya was one of few that would give the shirt off your back or the last penny in your pocket ifen any one needed it so till when ever keep your face to the wind and the tires on the clouds i ll be watching for ya in the sky.Many Prayersand blessings to the family!! Lewis Greer."
"Bill u were an awesum friend i loved u like a big bro ill never forget my 25 birthday when u almost had to tie me to the bike so i wouldn't fall off see u on theother side my friend "
"Carol, so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family."
"Carol and family so sorry for your loss my heart goes out to your in my prayers"
"Since moving away from the home area..I always thought of those I truly missed, trusted and wanted to see again..Guess now we will have to get together on the other side Billy...Ride On Brother"
"Dear brother Bill love you with all my heart I am very sorry we all could not be with you in your time of need but we are all here waiting for you I know that you are with Jesus now and how great that is will see you again someday God Bless you and I love you for ever our sister Sissy"
"Carol and family so sorry for your loss always thought a lot of Billy Prayers and thoughts are with you all"
"Bill was a good man with a big heart. In the seven years we were together, we had differences but I loved him with all my heart, as i always will. R.I.P. Bill, you can ride free now."
"Bill was a very caring and loving man. He never saw me that he didn't speak to me and always had kind words to say. He will be missed by many people. Prayers to his Mother and family."
"Bill was always there when I needed him and would do anything for you.. He had a soft heart and always knew how to make me smile... Rick ( Shy ) and I will always love this man he was our best friend and will be greatly missed... RI.P. Bill I know your in heaven having the time of your life watching over all of your family and friends.. Love you with all my heart... Pam & Shy "
"Carol & Family ,Thoughts & Prayers to you all at this time of your loss."
"My Brother, My Friend, Life will never be the same without you. I will Truly Miss You, Always. Love and Miss You. Lil Sister."
"We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Jeff & Denise (woods) Beaman"