Articles by Marshall Funeral Home

Eileen Kirkham of Ellwood City passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 10, 2022, at age 88. She was surrounded by love and family to the end, just as she was throughout her beautiful life. She is survived by her husband of 68 years, Charles Kirkham, their three children, Brad Kirkham, Shari (Brian) Robinson, and Dave (Elvy) Kirkham, her sister Nancy Mathieu, her grandchildren, Brett Watson and Austin Robinson, and her many nieces and nephews. Born on June 12, 1933, Eileen attended Lincoln High School and graduated in the class of 1951. She held various careers throughout her life, formerly being…

Mary A. Carney, 65, of New Castle passed away Thursday, April 7, 2022 at Allegheny General Hospital following a short illness. Born August 10, 1956 in New Castle, she was the daughter of the late Edward L. and Lucille B. Stickle Freed. She was married to Carl V. Carney. Mary was retired from Universal Refractories in Wampum where she served as their controller. Mary was an avid reader. She enjoyed planting flowers, being in her garden, and the beach. She cherished time with her friends and family. Survivors include her husband of 28 years Carl; two nephews, Brian (Jessica) Latcheran…

Donna L. Kreiling, 89, of Ellwood City passed away Friday, April 8, 2022 at her residence following an illness. Born January 25, 1933 in Ellwood City, she was the daughter of the late Jacob and Dorothy Nye Daufen. She was married to Samuel Kreiling. He passed away on March 22, 2006. Donna was an active member of the Lillyville Church of God. She enjoyed camping, cooking, and making homemade pizza’s for the kids in the neighborhood. Her most cherished moments were spent with her family. Survivors include three sons, Terry and Marvin Kreiling and Allen Daufen, all of Ellwood City;…

John “Jack” R. MacDonald, 87, of Ellwood City, passed away Friday, April 1, 2022 at the Haven Nursing Home in New Castle. Born November 28, 1934 in Ellwood City, he was the son of the late Eugene and Isabelle (Means) MacDonald. He was married to Arlene VanGorder MacDonald for 65 years as they were married April 27, 1956. She survives. Jack retired as an indoor salesman at Vesivius McDanel of Beaver Falls, He was a long time active member of the Wurtemburg Presbyterian Church where he served as an Elder, Deacon, choir member, janitor, and teacher. He was a long…

Anthony D. “Tony” Capalbo, 85, of Wampum passed away Friday, April 1, 2022 at his son’s residence in Ellwood City. Born April 16, 1936 in Wampum, he was the son of the late Gilio “Jim” and Angeline Christian Capalbo. Tony was a graduate of Wampum High School in 1954. He retired as a Supervisor from Medusa Cement in Wampum after 44 years of service. He was an active member of the Wampum Lions Club, where he served as secretary for 50 years. Tony was proud of the work that they did for the community of Wampum. He enjoyed golfing, going…

Kathleen J. “Kathy” Bucci, 75, of Wampum passed away Saturday, March 12, 2022 at UPMC Passavant. Born August 25, 1946 in New Castle, she was the daughter of the late Joseph Harvey and Margeret Berger Smith. She was married to Carmen Bucci. Kathy was a graduate of Lincoln High School in Ellwood City. She was a member of the Holy Redeemer Parish in Ellwood City, and taught CCD in Koppel and Wampum for over 40 years. Her most cherished moments were spent with family, especially her grand and great grandchildren. Survivors include her husband of 50 years, Carmen; two daughters,…

Vicky Durbin Reynolds Jansto, 64, of Wampum passed away Thursday, March 10, 2022 at UPMC Shadyside following a courageous battle with cancer. Born September 17, 1957 in New Castle, she was the daughter of the late David and Eileen McCormick Durbin. She was married to Ralph “Butch” Reynolds and then to the late Michael Scott Jansto. Vicky was a graduate of New Castle High School. She enjoyed playing pool, and was on the Breaker’s Pool Team for many years. She loved moments spent with her grandchildren. Survivors include her ex husband Butch Reynolds; two daughters, Lisa (Andrew) Freet of Wampum…

Diana “DeeDee” Kaminski, 68, of Zelienople (formerly of Ellwood City) passed away Monday, February 28, 2022 at her residence. Born January 9, 1954 in Ellwood City, she was the daughter of the late Anthony Joseph and Ruth Miller Kaminski Allen. She was a graduate of Riverside High School. She was employed as a clerk and then an assistant manager at the State Store in Ellwood City for 17 years. DeeDee played pool for the Chewton White Eagles Club and enjoyed volunteering at the veteran’s club in New Galilee, especially “Christmas for the Kids”. She loved being with her many friends….

Robert A. Knott, 66, of Ellwood City passed away surrounded by his loving family on Saturday, February 26, 2022 at UPMC – Jameson Hospital following a six week illness. Born April 25, 1955 in East Liverpool, Ohio, he was the son of the late Elmer and June D. Krafft Knott Hochbeine. Bob worked at Hahn Auto Restoration in Harmony. He loved restoring old cars and riding his Harley. Bob was a proud member of the US Marine Corp having served in the Vietnam War. Survivors include his partner of many years, Rachel Bargebuhr; two daughters, Candace Knott-Hineman of Hookstown, Leigh…

Timothy Leindecker, 77, of Ellwood City passed away unexpectedly on Friday, February 25, 2022 at UPMC Mercy Hospital in Pittsburgh. Born June 14, 1944 in Pittsburgh, he was the son of the late Regis Anthony and Marie (Locker) Leindecker . He was married to Catherine A. (Bauer) Leindecker for 47 years when she passed away in 2019. Tim retired from the Iron City Spring Company where he was a welder. He then worked at Walmart in Cranberry. Tim could always be found at his spot at the Clearview Flea Market in Butler. Tim was known for his dry sense of…