Marshell R. Durnin, 54, of Easton, died Saturday, May 3, 2014 in Geisinger Medical Center, Wilkes Barre.
Born: December 2, 1959 in Norfolk, VA, she was a daughter of the late Marshall R. “Tex” and Dorothy V. (Free) Huffstutler.
Personal: She graduated from Easton Area High School in 1977 and worked for the Easton Area School District for over 15 years where she was greatly loved by the students. She also worked for Dubs on 5th, West Easton.
Memberships: She was a member of American Legion, Lester Pfeffer Post 611, Easton.
Survivors: Husband, James P. Durnin, Jr.; daughter, Lauren Durnin of Wilson Borough; son, James Durnin, III and his wife, Brandi of Wilson Borough; sisters, Beverly Wagner, Shirley Sharp, Lila Godown, and Terri Piro; brothers, Richard Weatherby and Robert Huffstutler; and three grandchildren whom she loved and cherished.
Services: A Celebration of Marshell’s Life will be held on Friday, May 9th from Noon to 3:00 pm at Dubs on 5th, 402 5th St., West Easton. A visitation will be held on Thursday, May 8th from 5:00 to 8:00 pm in the Ashton Funeral Home, 1337 Northampton St., Easton. Burial will be private.
Memorial Contributions: American Heart Association, 968 Postal Rd., Suite 110, Allentown, PA 18109. Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.
Bill & Donna Saylor
May 5, 2014 at 7:27 pm
Rest in peace Marshell. Bill has known your family for many years and I had the pleasure to know you through Lynn Slifer-Readinger. You left this world too soon, but you’re in a better place. God bless.
The Walter’s
May 5, 2014 at 7:37 pm
You will be dearly missed Marshell. Such a beautiful lady. The world sure has lost a great soul. May you rest in peace. You are now an angel up in Heaven. Love Sheree, Brad , Justin and Wayne
Jessica & Mark Strauss
May 5, 2014 at 9:36 pm
May you use your golden wings to fly and watch over all of us. You will remain in our hearts forever. We will miss your beautiful smile and laughter on Birch Street. May you watch over your family. Rest in peace, Marshell. Love, Jess, Mark, Skiler and Olivya Strauss.
Douchka Nikolic
May 5, 2014 at 9:52 pm
Very sorry to learn that you left us. You are gone way too soon and will be missed by the students as well as the staff at EAHS. May you rest in eternal peace!
Douchka Nikolic
PS I promise that I will return the elevator key.
Mike & Kelly Koch
May 5, 2014 at 9:58 pm
Marshell,
“Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal.” You may have left us this weekend, but our memories of you will never go away. Your kindness and sincere concern for all people will never be forgotten. May god bless your family and friends with the strength to carry on without you.
Lynn Sharp
May 5, 2014 at 11:22 pm
Marshell was more than a sister-in-law to me. I loved her as a sister and can’t believe she has left us way to early. She was such a joy to be with and around. I am so saddend by her passing and can’t imagine not talking to her or being with her. She loved life and always had a smile that I’ll never forget. May she rest in peace.
Shelly and Jim Bartolacci and Family
May 6, 2014 at 4:56 am
To Marshell’s Family,
“Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts.” Marshell will be sadly missed by all, especially the staff and students at Easton Area High School. Rest in Peace special lady.
Kris Otranto
May 6, 2014 at 6:44 am
Marshell left a positive mark on many people. She will be missed more than words can express. Rest in peace.
Judi Werkheiser
May 6, 2014 at 8:20 am
Marshell was such a positive person. I worked with her years ago and she was always a ray of sunshine! I ran into her alot through the years at the gym or at Dubs and she was truly a special person. She will be sadly missed by many and may God Bless her family and friends at this time. She is truly an angel now. Rest in peace Marshell.
Gretchen Bartha
May 6, 2014 at 8:48 am
You will be missed dearly by so many. Our prayers and thoughts are with your family. You always knew how to brighten anyone’s day. Love you and miss you Marsha. Rest in Peace.
Linda Kharma
May 6, 2014 at 10:35 am
Dear Lauren,
I am so very sorry to hear abut the loss of your mother. She was always kind to me and I enjoyed seeing her everyday at Easton High School. She was so proud and excited when your daughter was born. Diane, Albert Purdy and sons William and Albert, express their condolences as well. May your mother rest in peace. With Sympathy, Linda Kharma
Debbie Gilbert-Lee
May 6, 2014 at 2:26 pm
Rest in peace girlfriend. You hold a forever place in my heart and memories.
Lauren and Jimmy know that your Mother was loved so much by so many because she was a special person. She loved you and your children immensely! My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Nancy Imhoff
May 6, 2014 at 6:53 pm
To Marshell’s family,
My family is so sad to hear of Marshell’s passing. We first met Marshell many years ago when she worked on College Hill. She was a very special person in my sons’s lives. They enjoyed their time helping her in the EAMS office and seeing her whenever possible at EAHS.
We are feeling blessed to have known her and to call her our friend.
Our thoughts are with your family.
With Sympathy, The Imhoff Family
Rosemary Luby
May 6, 2014 at 7:14 pm
To one of my dearest & oldest friends. We may not have been as close anymore but when we were together I always felt like family to your whole family. You will be greatly missed by many people. My thoughts & prayers are with Lauren, “Big Jimmy” & “Little Jimmy” Terri, Lila, Beverly, Shirley & Bobby. Love you all
Wayne & Jeannette Harmon
May 6, 2014 at 10:01 pm
Although we didn’t know Marshell well, we are close friends with her sister, Shirley. Shirley spoke of Marshell as being fun loving, always giving and selfless with anyone she met or knew. Our hearts and prayers go out to Marshell’s family. We ask that God give the family strength during this difficult time.
Daniel Gonzalez
May 6, 2014 at 10:45 pm
Marshell made me feel like family from the moment I met her at the start of my teaching career. She will forever be remembered as having a heart of gold. My regards and condolences to all family and friends. She will forever have a place in all of our hearts. May she rest in peace.
karen ostrander
May 7, 2014 at 11:47 am
Feeling very sad to have lost such a great person so early in her life. She will be missed by all that new her . She loved life and you it new by her awesome smile .My deepest sympathy to her family and friends. Rest in peace my friend !
Melanie Lanier
May 7, 2014 at 9:13 pm
To Marshell’s Family:
Marshell will be greatly missed because she made people feel like family & allowed her smile, sense of humor, & big heart to touch so many daily–she brightened the day of so many! She loved on me & my family as if we were her own & I will always remember her as one of my EASD angels…15 yrs & counting! May the peace of God & His love comfort your hearts now & in the days to come. Matthew 11:28-30
Russ and Melissa Whitman
May 7, 2014 at 9:34 pm
Our hearts go out to Marshell’s family children and grandchildren. God Bless Little Harlow that she will be given the memories of how energetic, dynamic and caring her grandmother was. Her little soul will take on Marshell’s while the grandboys will carry on her spirit. She was a constant figure in the Easton SD security world for more than just school issues, but the light and laughter in the office. Although her life was taken suddenly at such a young age, you can see by all of the memories the impact she made on all. What a blessing to have touched so many people. She did her job here on earth and now she is overhead, having a blast and looking out for everyone. May you share her memories and use her as a role model to impact others in your lifetime.
Laura Hoff
May 8, 2014 at 3:35 pm
Lauren & Family,
I’m so sorry to hear the news about your mom. She was a great soul who always made everyone around her laugh and feel welcomed. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I hope with time your heart heals.
With love,
Laura
Chris Jacangelo
May 8, 2014 at 5:25 pm
Marshell, I will always remember our times at Dubs when you ended your shift and stayed for one beer..which then turned into four. I won’t forget your smile and how you laughed at all my stupid comments. May your family find the strength to cope with your loss and I wish them peace. But for me, I know you have already found a seat at God’s hometown bar where you’re serving drinks and making everyone smile. Love Always, Chris
Tracie Ann Smith
May 9, 2014 at 10:45 am
I am so sorry to hear of this loss. Though I did not know her, I did know Lauren who spoke of her and it is a sad day for her family and friends. Thoughts and prayers.