Richard D. Ansell, 87, of Marianna passed away at his home on Saturday, February 20, 2021.

He was born on April 30, 1933 in Marianna, a son of the late Harry Donald Ansell and Margaret Ansell.

Richard was a crane operator for U.S. Steel, retiring from Edgar Thomson Works after 42 years.

He enjoyed working on vehicles, appliances, etc and was sought after by many for his ability to fix practically anything.

He was a member of the Mt. Zion UMC and American Legion Post 0744, and served on the Horne's Cemetery Board. He played for the church's Fellowship Dartball team. He volunteered his time for various local organizations.

On October 3, 1962 he married JoAn (Shriver) Ansell who survives.

Also surviving are two daughters: Linda (Rodney) Hinton and Brenda (Scott) Hermann; two grandchildren, Kayleigh (Mike) Renner and Sierra Hermann; a brother, Earl Ansell; his most favorite sister, Ruth Phillips; a sister-in-law, Mary Lemley; several nieces and nephews and his two cats, Fifi and Fritz.

Deceased in addition to his parents is a brother, Harold Ansell and a brother-in-law, Ralph Lemley.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the John B. Greenlee Funeral

Home, Ltd., 2830 Main St. Beallsville, PA. Due to COVID-19 restrictions there will be no services at this time. Memorial donations may be made to the Marianna Volunteer Fire Department, 84 Broad St., Marianna, PA 15345.