Marcella Marie Pagett

Marcella Marie Pagett, age 77, of Jamestown, passed peacefully at home on Wednesday, November 4, 2026.

Born on January 6, 1949, in Dayton, she was the daughter of Marcellus E. and Donna R. ‘Mumford’ DeHaven.

Marcella is survived by her devoted husband, of nearly 58 years, James D. Pagett.

A 1967 graduate of Beavercreek High School, Marcella went on to work at Alkermes in Wilmington and was a shift-lead at McDonalds. She was active, when her health allowed, at the Wilmington Senior Center. Marcella was a wonderful baker, seamstress, and enjoyed canning vegetables from her garden.

A member of the Faith Baptist Church in Wilmington, Marcella taught Sunday School for 40 years and loved singing in the choir.

In addition to her husband, Marcella is survived by their children: Denver (Lynett) Pagett and Amanda (Bryan) Bell, all of Wilmington. Also left to cherish her memory are grandchildren: Alexis Pagett, Porter (Annie) Pagett, Allison Pagett, Austin Pagett, Leyton Bell, Brett Bell, and Jordan (Dylan) Christ; great-grandchildren: Michah Pagett, Raylynn Brewer, and Aston Christ.

Marcella was preceded in death by daughter, Dawn Brewer, on June 25, 2016.

Friends may call at Faith Baptist Church Wilmington (1791 N US Highway 68, Wilmington) on Thursday, November 12, 2026, from 10am – 12Noon, when a service will begin. Burial will follow at the Keiter Family Cemetery, Lumberton. Littleton Funeral Home, Sabina, has been entrusted with arrangements.