Donald H.

Marshall

Donald H. Marshall, 91, of Kirkland Village in Bethlehem, passed away on November 9, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on October 5, 1935, in Allentown, the only son of the late Andrew Marshall and Charlotte (Hall) Marshall. He was the beloved husband of 61 years and best friend of the late Lucille (Gross) Marshall, who passed away on April 25, 2021.

Don graduated from the Hill School in Pottstown, Pennsylvania, and from Moravian College in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. He honorably served in the United States Army and went on to spend his entire career in the casualty insurance business. After retiring, he served many years as a volunteer tax consultant for the AARP/IRS Tax-Aide program. Throughout his life, he was also a devoted member of Grace Church in Bethlehem, participating in its ministries and in Bible Study Fellowship for many years.

Don is survived by his son, Craig Marshall, and his wife, Terri, of Fort Mill, South Carolina; his daughters, Betsey Burgdorf of Morristown, New Jersey, and Alyson Mahoney of Charleston, SC; and his beloved grandchildren, Brendan and his wife, Jessica; Kelsey; Sadie; Drew; Christian and his wife, Kate; Jackson; Toby; Max; and Molly. He also leaves behind his cherished great-grandsons, Calvin and Reid, as well as his loving companion, Phyllis Wertman.

His family was the center of his life, and he treasured the love and special bonds they shared. Those who knew Don will remember his steady presence, his devotion to family, and the lasting impact he made on all who had the privilege of sharing in his life.

He will be remembered with love and gratitude by his family, friends, fellow church members, and all who knew him.

Services: A Memorial Service will be announced at a later date. Don’s arrangements have been entrusted to the Cantelmi Long Funeral Home, Bethlehem. A memory tribute may be placed at www.cantelmifuneralhome.com.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to The Lucille Gross Marshall, 1955 St. Luke’s School of Nursing Graduate Fund awarded to a graduate going into the field of Geriatrics or Hospice and Palliative Care. Memorial donations may be sent to St. Luke’s Hospital Development Office, 801 Ostrum Street, Bethlehem, PA 18015.