Obituary for JEFFREY J. MARMARELLA

 JEFFREY JOSEPH MARMARELLA 

“MARM #34" 

Age 41, of Shaler Twp., passed away at Peninsula Regional Medical Center while vacationing in Ocean City, Maryland. His unexpected death leaves a hole in the hearts of many. Born on June 18, 1978, he is survived by his loving parents, Sandi Johns (the late Fred) and  John "Jack" Marmarella (Crystal); loving brother, Jason Marmarella. Also survived by aunts and uncles, Roger and Jean Moline and Paul and Ursula Sumic; Godparents Sue Morgan and Mick Amicone, both of Zanesville, Ohio; his beloved rescue cat, Nittany; as well as several cousins and many friends.  Jeff was a 1996 graduate of Fox Chapel High School and a 2000 graduate of Penn State University. He enjoyed life to the fullest, was an avid runner and an avid sports fan, with a special love for the Pittsburgh Penguins. Jeff will always be remembered for his great smile and compassion for other people. Family and friends will be received Tuesday, September 24th from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the WEDDELL-AJAK FUNERAL HOME, 100 Center Avenue, Aspinwall, where a parting prayer will be held Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. followed by a funeral Mass at 10 a.m. at St. Scholastica Church, Aspinwall.  Jeff was very proud to be an organ donor, knowing that one day he might give someone a second chance at life. In lieu of flowers, the family is respectfully requesting that any donations be made to CORE, 204 Sigma Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15238.