Articles by Marshall Funeral Home

Vera Jean Wilson, 92, of Ellwood City passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 28, 2018 at Trinity Oaks, following a brief illness. Born September 13, 1925 in Ellwood City, PA, she was the daughter of the late Joseph P. and Rhoda Jean McClelland Smith. She was married to Albert G. “Jingles” Wilson for 63 years when he passed on March 13, 2009. Vera was a member of the Slippery Rock Presbyterian Church, where she was a former Deacon and Elder. She was the eldest member of the Order of Eastern Star. A volunteer driver of Meals on Wheels, Vera enjoyed…

Joseph L. Doutt, 84, of North Beaver Twp., Wampum went to his eternal home with Jesus on Thursday, July 12, 2018. He passed away peacefully at his residence surrounded by his loving family. Born October 23, 1933 in Moravia, he was the son of the late Eugene and Grace Buttermore Doutt . He was married for 66 years to Mildred “Millie” Dukovich Doutt who survives. Joseph graduated from Mt. Jackson High School where he was a star basketball player. He retired as a Supervisor from Cemex in 1995. Joe was a proud and loyal Patriot, having served in the Marine…

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…