Marlene Ziel Obituary: Age 73, died surprisingly January 9, 2021; adoring spouse of David, Sr. for a very long time; adored mother of David, Jr. (Linda) and Scott (Brandi); committed grandma of Lily, Sarah, Emma, Rachel, Sophie, and Julia; little girl of the late Sam and Sophie Mandanici; sister of Sue Apanasiewicz (Joe) and Toniann Benson (Dale); adored cousin of Chuck,

Mariann, and Mel Buemi; caring auntie, extraordinary auntie, cousin, and dear companion of many. Marlene was a glad alumni of Independence High School where she was an individual from the Homecoming Court. Blemish began working at Garfield Heights High School in 1986 and turned into the Secretary to the Athletic Director in 1994 where she stayed until her passing.

She was a glad Bulldog and placed her heart into every last bit of her work for Student Athletics. Mass of Christian Burial at St. Columbkille Church, 6740 Broadview Rd., Parma, Wednesday January 13, 2021 at 11:30 am. Veils and social separating required.