Aliquippa, PA - Robert Chester Donnell, 86, formerly of New Castle, Pennsylvania, passed away the morning of Feb. 19, 2026, at his residence in Aliquippa.

Robert was born May 6,1939, in New Castle to the late William P. Goodbar and Josephine (Spriggs) Donnell.

He proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps, earning the Good Conduct Medal and the National Defense Service Medal.

He married his beloved wife, Kimberly, and they shared nearly 30 wonderful years together. She preceded him in death in 2021.

Robert worked for many years as a counselor at the Youth Development Center.

He was an avid Steelers fan and enjoyed fishing.

He faithfully served as a deacon at the House of Prayer Church of God in Christ under the leadership of Torrance Respress.

He will be remembered as a caring and kind man who was willing to help anyone in need. Most of all, he enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren.

He is survived by his children, Gladys Spencer (DJ), Robin Donnell-Wise (Rodney) and Jermaine Cuffie (Pam); stepchildren, Shawntay Thomas and Bryan Harris; sister, Mary Rogers; 10 grandchildren; and 19 great-grandchildren.

In addition to his parents and wife, Robert was preceded in death by his first wife, Elizabeth Donnell; brother, Charles Hogans; stepdaughter, Thleatha B. Price; and great-granddaughter, Sincere Donnell.

Visitation will be 1 to 2 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 24, at Ed & Don DeCarbo Funeral Home, 941 S Mill St. The New Castle Area Honor Guard will conduct military rites at 2 p.m. immediately followed by a funeral service. Interment will be at the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies.

Online condolences may be offered at decarbofh.com.