Marcella "Mert" R. Longbrake

Marcella  “Mert” Ruth Longbrake, age 78, of Sidney, entered into Heaven on January 7, 2021 at Fairhaven Nursing Home, Sidney.

She was born July 10, 1942 in Sidney, to the late Hugh Longbrake and Ruth (Hahn) Longbrake.

Marcella is survived by her sister, Mary McGinnis of Allen, Texas, many nieces and nephews and many great nieces and nephews.  She was preceded in death by  four sisters; Dorothea Shadoan, Sally Looney, Carolyn Shadoan and Lois Guckian.

Marcella was employed at S & H Products for over 25 years. She was of the Methodist faith. Her favorite food was Wendy’s Chili and she ate it at every opportunity.  She had a love and knowledge of trains, enjoyed listening to the Grand Old Opry, and spending time in her rocking chair.  She loved reading and reciting “The Night Before Christmas” to her family and friends at the nursing home. She loved spending time with her immediate and extended family.

Graveside services will be held on Wednesday, January 13, 2021 at 3:00 p.m. at the Fairview Cemetery in Quincy with David Looney officiating.

Memorial contributions may be made to S & H Products, 435 Stolle Avenue, Sidney, Ohio 45365.  The family would liked to extend their thanks for the loving care which Marcella received during her stay at Fairhaven Nursing Home.

Adams Funeral Home, 1401 Fair Road, Sidney, has been entrusted with all funeral arrangements.

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