Articles by Marshall Funeral Home

Henry G. Sommers, 85, of Sechen Dr., Portersville (Muddy Creek Twp.) passed away Tuesday, July 10, 2018 at the VNA Hospice in Butler following a brief illness. Born August 14, 1932 in Ellwood City, he was the son of the late George B. and Irene L. Kline Sommers . He was married for 63 years to Janis E. Hawthorne Sommers when she passed away February 4, 2018. Henry retired as the Camp Manager at the Seneca Hills Bible Camp. He had also worked at Mathews Conveyer. Henry was an active member of the Portersville Presbyterian Church where he served as…

On Sunday, July 8, 2018, Robert E. Nye Beachem passed away peacefully at his residence surrounded by family. He was born July 5, 1961 and at the age of 57, he lost his courageous battle with cancer. He was the son of Mary and Kermit “Joe” Beachem.. Robert was the beloved companion of Joann Johnson for 28 years. He was also the step father to Ashley Gutshall and Andrew Johnson and a grandfather to Ashley’s four children, Ariel, Makayla, Cayden, and Ella Murray. Robert also had two children of his own, a daughter Shana Nye who has three daughters of…

Martha M. Ippolito, 86 of Wampum, went to her eternal home on Sunday, July 1, 2018 to be with her Lord whom she loved. She was a loving mother, grandmother, sister, and aunt who always put others before herself. She was truly a blessing to her family and friends, creating bonds that can never be broken. Martha will live on forever in our hearts as we celebrate her life and remember the joyous times spent in her presence. Born July 30, 1931 in Dallas, West Virginia, Martha was the daughter of the late Charles C. and Melba E. Strickler Howard….

Sara I. Vaneman, 100, of Old Pittsburgh Rd. , New Castle passed away Saturday, June 23, 2018 at the Haven Nursing Home following a short illness. Born May 5, 1918 in New Castle, she was the daughter of the late James and Grace Mayberry Edwards . Sara was preceded in death by her husband of 56 years, David R. Vaneman who passed away on April 5, 1994, her step mother, Lura Gill Edwards; three sisters, Leona Crenny, Prudence Matthews, and Rheda Glaspay; and a grandson, Daryl L. Baker. Sara graduated from New Castle High School in 1936. She was a…

Linda K. Biddle, 68, of First Ave. Ellwood City passed away Friday, June 15, 2018 at the Good Samaritan Hospice in Cabot following a brief illness. Born November 13, 1949 in Ellwood City, she was the daughter of the late Harry and Ruth Clayton Newell . Linda was married to Terry Biddle who passed away January 23, 2015. Linda graduated from Lincoln High School in 1967 and was a member of the First United Methodist Church. She enjoyed singing in the church choir. Linda was a crossing guard for over 20 years serving most of her time on Fountain and…

Dorothy Patricia Vetica White, 94, of North Sewickley Twp. passed away Wednesday, June 6, 2018 at The Grove At Harmony. She was a beloved wife, sister, aunt, great aunt and great great aunt, and godmother. Born December 24, 1923 in Ellwood City, she was the daughter of the late Querino and Pasqualina Condi Vetica. She was married for 62 years to Dale E. White who died May 16, 2018. Dorothy was a May Class of 1941 graduate of Lincoln High School. She worked at Edmin’s Dress Shop for many years. She enjoyed her work and loved helping her many beautiful…

Cheryl F. Wagner, 70, of Fombell passed away Wednesday, June 6, 2018 at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital in Pittsburgh. Born January 21, 1948 in Ellwood City, she was the daughter of the late Charles Ross and Ethel Mae Rogan Bingle. She was married for 52 years to Sterling L. Wagner as they were married December 10, 1965. He survives. Cheryl formerly owned and operated the Petal Pushers Florist in Harmony and also worked at Mussig Florist in Zelienople. She was an active member of Camp Run Presbyterian Church having served as an Elder and former Clerk of Session. Cheryl graduated from…

Frank D. Martz, 62, of Rhode Island Ave, Ellwood City passed away Friday, June  1, 2018 at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital. Born January 26, 1956 in Hamburg, NY, he was the son of Thomas L. Martz of Ellwood City and the late Patti J. Milliren-Mantz. He was married to Dana Pocza Martz February 16th, 1980, she survives. Frank graduated from Lincoln High School in 1975, then went on to obtain an Accounting Degree from Geneva College in 1979. He stared working at ESB Bank in 1975 as a stock boy and rose thru the ranks until retiring as the Sr VP…

Lois M. Jameson, 90, formerly of New Castle passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 26, 2018 at the home of her daughter in Illinois. Born April 30, 1928 in New Castle, she was the daughter of the late Doelbor and Nora Hays Reno. Lois led a full and productive life, she graduated from New Castle High School, worked for Bell Telephone, JC Penney’s, and the City Rescue Mission. She married Carl M. Jameson and together they raised two daughters, Karen Jameson of New Castle and Marsha (Murray) Smith of Channahon, IL. They were married for 42 years when Carl passed…