Articles by Marshall Funeral Home

Sheldon Harry “Shelly” LeViere Sr., 89

Sheldon Harry “Shelly” LeViere Sr., 89, of Ellport passed away Thursday, August 26, 2021 under Hospice Care at the Haven Nursing Home. Born November 4, 1931 in Ellwood City, he was the son of the late David W. and Lois Young LeViere. He was married to Sally Lou Lewis LeViere for 68 years as they were married on November 8, 1952. Sheldon graduated from Lincoln High School in 1950. A United States Army Veteran, he served in the Korean War. He worked for Russell Trucking for 32 years. Sheldon was proud that he was a life long member of the…


Pamela Sue Hudspath, 65

Pamela Sue Hudspath, 65, of Wampum passed away Tuesday, August 24, 2021 peacefully surrounded by her loving family at her residence after an extended illness. Born September 10, 1955 in New Castle, she was the daughter of the late Robert and Betty Heaton Kirkwood. She was married to Ernest J. Hudspath for 46 years. Pamela was a member of the Wampum United Methodist Church. She formerly worked at Airway and Alsy. Most recently she was a care assistant and cook at Trinity Oaks. Pam enjoyed fishing and horror movies. She loved spending time with her grand and great grandchildren. Survivors…


Brian S. Holsinger, 45

Brian S. Holsinger, 45, of Ellport passed away Saturday, August 21, 2021 at Heritage Valley – Beaver. Born November 7, 1975 in Germany, he was the beloved son of Edward and Dawna Holsinger. He was married to Brandi Dourlain Holsinger for four years. Brian was a graduate of Riverside High School in 1994. He was a jack of all trades with many talents and loved riding motorcycles. In addition to his parents and wife, survivors include ten children and step-children; Makaila (Anthony), Eathan, Logan, Mason, Brayden, Daiel, Leah, Joey, Orrin, and Joseph; four brothers, Edward (Nicole) Jr., Christopher (Dawn), Michael…


Charles W. “Chuck” Brommer, 61

Charles W. “Chuck” Brommer, 61, of New Castle passed away Tuesday, August 17, 2021 at his residence. Born September 2, 1959 in Ellwood City, he was the son of Charles L. Brommer of New Castle and the late Peggy C. Stiles Brommer. He was married to Linda M. Keller Brommer of Bessemer. He was a jack of all trades and enjoyed trips to the casino. Survivors include his father Charles; three sons, Charles W. Brommer, Jr. of Sharon, Sean Brommer of Ellwood City, Justin Ray Brommer of New Castle; two daughters, Amanda R. Brommer of Butler and Tamara Brommer of…


Betty L. Kirkwood, 82

Betty L. Kirkwood, 82, of Bradenton Florida (formerly of Wampum) passed away Saturday, August 14, 2021 at the Beaver Valley Nursing and Rehab Center following an extended illness. Born March 6, 1939 in Ellwood City, she was the daughter of the late John T. and Helen Goehring Gabler. She was married to the late John E. Kirkwood. He passed in 2005. Survivors include daughter, Lynda (John) Frum of Wampum; son, John E. Kirkwood, Jr. of Wampum; three sisters, Ida Matthews of Slippery Rock, Nancy Noto of Florida and Shirley Maxwell of Ellwood City; five grandchildren and one great grandchild. She…


Timothy L. Krepps, 67

Timothy Lee Krepps, 67, of Beaver Falls passed away Tuesday, August 10, 2021 unexpectedly at his residence. Born November 10, 1953 in Salem, OH, he was the son of the late John “Jack” and Lillian First Krepps. He was married to Mary Woroszylo Krepps on June 5, 1993. Tim was employed by ARCONIC the former Traco in Cranberry for many years and also was currently employed by the Sewickley Country Club. He was a Cleveland Browns fan. Survivors include his wife Mary; two brothers, Thomas Krepps of Homeworth OH and Terry Krepps of Salem, OH; two step sons Dale (Stacy)…


Matthew W. Ferrante, 59

Matthew W. Ferrante, 59, of Ellwood City, passed away Tuesday, August 10, 2021 at Edison Manor following a year long battle with ALS. Born August 13, 1961 in Ellwood City, he was the son of the late Nicholas and Mary Lou Lembo Ferrante. Matt was a graduate of Lincoln High School and worked as a landscaper. He enjoyed reading. Survivors include longtime girlfriend, Paige Yarzebinski and her two sons Chucky and Ryan; two sisters, Valarie Viccari of Ellwood City, Lu Ann (Jeff) Myers of New Kensington; two brothers, Nicholas (Linda Guthrie) Ferrante of West Pittsburg and Anthony (Stacey Ierino) Ferrante…


Jean A. McQuiston, 93

Jean A. McQuiston, 93, of Wampum passed away Sunday, August 8, 2021. Born October 14, 1927 in Slippery Rock, she was the daughter of the late John D. and Elizabeth Ann Kenny Shelatree. Jean graduated from Wampum High School in 1945. She worked as an office manager for B&W for many years and also was the Wampum Tax Collecter for 18 years. Jean loved working on her house and in the yard, and always kept it in good shape. She enjoyed the NFL and College Basketball and especially enjoyed running football pools with her friends and family. Jean had a…


Ronald A. Chill, 75

Ronald A. Chill, 75, of Chewton passed away the evening of Friday, August 6, 2021 surrounded by his loving family. Born February 10, 1946 in New Castle, he was the son of the late Albert J. and Eleanor Chill. He was married to Kathleen L. Chill for 55 years. Ron loved his family, and everyone was family to him, from his immediate and extended family, to his golf and fishing buddies, to his neighbors. He was one to always love a celebration. We now celebrate his memory by thinking of all of the good times spent together over a lifetime….


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Nancy Young, 75

Nancy Young, 75, of New Castle passed away Wednesday, August 4, 2021 the Jameson Hospital following a lengthy illness. Born October 5, 1945 in New Castle, she was the daughter of the late Henry King and Virginia Whiteside Morgan. Nancy was a graduate of New Castle High School. For over 30 years she worked as a bank teller for the former Integra bank. She attended Harmony Baptist Church. Nancy was a social butterfly and very easygoing. She was an avid Steelers and Pirate fan and loved to play the lottery. Nancy enjoyed her many little dogs (Garth, Gidget, Gizmo, Maxie,…