Articles by Marshall Funeral Home

Ben D. Tanchuk, 79, of Patterson Township passed away Wednesday, January 12, 2022 at Heritage Valley – Beaver following a short illness. Born February 2, 1942 in New Brighton, he was the son of the late Joe and Virginia Wiltrout Tanchuk. He was married to Judy Elliott Tanchuk when she passed in November 2015. Ben was the owner and operator of Falcon Gas Stations and then worked in Shippingport on barges. He enjoyed doing yard work and maintaining properties. Ben was an avid Pittsburgh Steeler and Pirate fan. Survivors include son, Ben D. (Cheryl) Tanchuk Jr. of Brighton Township; two…

Anna Marie Colavincenzo, 89, of Ellwood City, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 12, 2022. Born November 20, 1932 in Ellwood City, she was the daughter of the late Vincenzo and Antoinette Cosentino Bellissimo. She was the beloved wife for 49 years to Herbert G. Colavincenzo when he passed on April 26, 2006. The loving mother to son Martin (Valerie) Colavincenzo and daughter Linda (Tim) Krings both of Pittsburgh. She was the best grandma to Dan, Kelly, and Christa Colavincenzo as well as Ben and Ella Krings. Anna is survived by sister-in-law Joan Bellissimo of Hershey, brother-in-law Raymond Colavincenzo of…

Linda L. Pollyblank, 73, of New Beaver Borough passed away unexpectedly on Monday, January 10, 2022 at her residence. Born December 3, 1948 in New Castle, she was the daughter of the late James and June Emery Pollyblank. Linda was a graduate of Mohawk High School. She was a member of the Wampum Methodist Church. Some of Linda’s interests were crafting, baking, and playing cards with her family and friends. Survivors include sister, Patricia Huffman of Wampum, brother, James J. Pollyblank of California and many loving nieces and nephews and their families. She was preceded in death by her sister,…

God saw that you were tired, a cure was not to be, so he wrapped his arms around you and whispered come with me. Sara Jean Jenkins, 42, of Beaver Falls, born August 29, 1979 passed away Friday, January 7, 2022 surrounded by loved ones at her father Fred Jenkins home with the help of Hospice. She leaves behind her love through her father Fred and her two daughters, Gabrielle Lynn Tassone and Rosa Marie Pardini. She was preceded in death by her mother Patti Lynn Rukas Shee. Sara cherished special moments with her children, her family, and many close…

Late in the night of January 2nd, Jenn went home to meet her heavenly Father and to be with her earthly father, Dale Jeffries. Jenn was preceded in death by her beloved cousin Michael and many loved Aunts and Uncles. Jenn is survived by her loving mother, Grace Jeffries; her second mother and father, Aunt Linda and Uncle Scott, whom she loved very much; the last love of her life, Travis Oshop; and many cousins, and dear friends. Jenn was a graduate of Mohawk High School and worked as a paralegal for 16 years at Michael Perry Attorney at Law….

Russell L. Clyde, 76, of Ellwood City passed away Wednesday, January 5, 2022 at Good Samaritan Hospice House in Wexford surrounded by his loving family. Born October 23, 1945 in Ellwood City, he was the son of the late John O. and Winifred Peluso Clyde.  He was married to Susan Petrak Clyde. Russell was a self employed excavator and contractor.  He was a member of the Lillyville Church of God.  Russell enjoyed farming, sports, and spending time with his family. Survivors include his wife, Susan, of 56 years; two daughters, Beth (Tom) Palm and Teresa (Matt) Bishop, both of Ellwood City; six…

Helen June Bailey, 84, of Ellwood City passed away Wednesday, January 5, 2022 at Good Samaritan Hospice in Beaver following a lengthy illness. Born June 7, 1937 in New Brighton, she was the daughter of the late Charles and Mary Alice Barnes Wolfe. She was married to Donald E. Bailey Sr. when he passed on March 10, 2008. Helen was first employed by the Providence Hospital and then by the Beaver Valley Medical Center where she ended her 24 years of service as a nurses aide. She was a member of the Living Manna Family Church in Darlington. Helen loved…

Daniel J. “Shorty” Senchak, 74, of Wampum passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, January 4, 2022 at his residence. Born December 19, 1947 in New Castle, he was the son of the late Andrew and Carmella Arket Senchak. Shorty was formerly employed at the B&W where he worked as a bricklayer. He was a current member of the Croatian Club in West Pittsburg and the Polish White Eagles Club in Chewton. An outdoorsman, Shorty was an avid hunter and fisherman. He enjoyed riding his motorcycle and visiting casinos. Shorty was talented with his hands and could build or repair anything. Survivors…

Ernest F. Borroni, 84, of New Castle passed away Monday, January 3, 2022 at Quality Life Services in Grove City. Born June 9, 1937 in New Galilee, he was the son of the late Angelo and Margaret Colaizzi Borroni. Ernest was a retired steel worker who worked in the piercing mill. After his retirement, he was the beloved custodian at the Lawrence County Vo-Tech. He was a member of the LMBA of New Galilee. Survivors include his wife Dorothy Hall Borroni; daughter, Terri Arias; son, Ken Borroni; two granddaughters, Jamie Westbury and Mallory Mahoney and two great grandchildren Harper and…

Shirley Ann Baird, 72, of North Sewickley Township passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, January 1, 2022 at her residence. Born July 4, 1949 in Beaver Falls, she was the daughter of the late Richard and Mary Jane Reynolds Bush. She was married to Charlie Baird until his passing on November 28, 2015. Shirley first worked at her mothers restaurant “Janie’s Cafe”, then at the Ellwood City Knitting Mill for many years until they closed. She also cleaned many houses and offices. She never stopped working, and will be remembered by many for her kind gestures. She enjoyed coordinating bus trips…