Marion R. Penwell, 75, of Manheim and formerly of Lancaster, passed away on January 7, 2011 at Hospice of Lancaster Essa Flory Center. She was born in Lancaster City on Cabbage Hill and was the daughter of the late Charles and Margaret (Fritsch) Reinfried.

Marion was preceded in death by her husband, Earl W. Penwell in 1989.

Marion’s professional career began as a Parochial School Teacher at St. Mary’s Catholic School, then as a Quality Control Engineer at Schwalm Inc., and retired from Burnham Inc. as a Scheduler.

Marion was known for her skill with antiques and the art of selling them. She operated a stand at Renninger’s Flea Market for many years. She enjoyed the German art form of egg scratching also known as sgraffeti.

Marion was known by all as “Nanny” at the Farmer’s Hope Inn where she resided the last 5 years of her life.

Marion is survived by a son, Edmond R. Penwell, husband of Wendy, of New Oxford, two daughters, Jennifer E. Kuhns, wife of Stanley, of Lancaster, Theresa V. Brown, wife of Timothy, of Manheim, 5 grandchildren, and 6 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by several siblings.

A Celebration of Life Gathering will be held on Monday, January 10, 2011 from 11am-5pm at The Farmers Hope Inn 3180 Lebanon Rd. Manheim, PA 17545. Folks are invited to drop in and pay their respects at the Inn. Interment will be private. Flowers can be sent to The Farmers Hope Inn because of the love Marion had for flowers. To send the family an online condolence, please visit SnyderFuneralHome.com. Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory, 717-393-9661