Marcia Elaine Brindel, 86, of Fort Wayne passed away peacefully Thursday, February 13, 2025, at her home with her daughter by her side. She was born in Fort Wayne on August 9, 1938, to Robert and Geraldine (Dafforn) Schneider. She was an accomplished quilter, working with an amazing sense of accuracy. She enjoyed volunteering with “In as Much” and attending Bible studies. She is survived by her children, Pam Brindel and Dan Brindel; two grandchildren, Adam (TeResa) Brindel and Melody (John) Brink; six great-grandchildren, Jewelia, Jessika, Vincent, Anya, Eli and Josh; three sisters, Lynette Meyer, Jan (Dave) Kemper and Anita Schroeder. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Don and her brother, Kenton Schneider. A private entombment will be in Greenlawn Memorial Cemetery.