Marian G. Howell, 96, formally of Allentown, died Nov. 22, 2025, at Lutheran Home, Topton. Born in Hazleton, she was a daughter of the late Frank and Rose (Molinaro) Molinaro. She was the wife of the late Leo K. Howell Sr.

She worked at the Phoenix Clothing Factory, Allentown, and at Clymer’s Carousel, Bethlehem. She was a breast cancer survivor. She was a Certified Mastectomy Fitter at her franchise, Marian of Jodee.

She was a member of St. Elizabeth Roman Catholic Church, Whitehall.

She is survived by a son, Mark K. (fiancé Jessi Riggs and her children Marc and Evy) of Columbia, Maryland; adopted by the heart daughter, Teresa Szajkovics of Allentown; a daughter-in-law, Mary Howell of Macungie; seven grandchildren, Leo III and Adam Howell, Jessica, Joshua and Jacob Szajkovics and Mason and Micah Howell; four great-grandchildren; nieces; and nephews.

She was predeceased by a son, Leo K. Howell Jr.; adopted by the heart son, Barry Szajkovics; and all 13 siblings.

Contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society.

Arrangements by Connell Funeral Home, Bethlehem PA.