Articles by Marshall Funeral Home

Mary Jane (Boyer) Boots, 84, of Fombell passed away June 18th peacefully with family by her side. Mary Jane was born on January 16th, 1941 in Ellwood City to the late Ira and Mary (Daufen) Boyer of Fombell. Mary Jane was the 5th generation to live on her family farm founded in 1820 located in Fombell, Pa. She graduated from Zelienople High school in 1958. After graduation, Mary Jane worked at the Ellwood Knitting Mills. She married the love of her life on July 16th, 1961. Following this, they moved to Frankfurt, Germany for three years while Wilbur served in…

Mary M. Kaufman, 87, of Fombell passed away unexpectedly on Monday, June 16, 2025, at her residence. Born March 14, 1938, in Middle Lancaster Twp., PA, she was the daughter of the late Ernest and Catherine Deemer Miller. She was formerly employed as a secretary for Lillyville Church of God and was a member of the Concord Community Church, serving in the Bell Choir, and with the beloved believers. She found pleasure in crocheting and sewing with the ladies’ group at the church. Mary also delivered for meals on wheels and was a devoted homemaker. Survivors include two sons, Cliff…

Robert Hinkle, 78, of Portersville passed away Sunday, June 15, 2025, at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital. Born January 27, 1947, in Ellwood City, he was the son of the late Robert E. and Ada Stratton Hinkle. He met his soul mate, Goldie Elizabeth “Betty” Bixler in High School and they were later married on February 11, 1966, at the United Methodist Church in Slippery Rock, PA. They shared 57 years of marriage until her passing on March 4, 2023. Robert retired as president of Mars Mineral where he was employed for over 40 years. He was a member of the Presbyterian…

Thomas E. Shaffer, 79, of New Castle, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family. He was born on June 23, 1945, in New Castle, PA. Tom proudly served his country as a member of the United States Army Military Police, stationed domestically during the Vietnam War. After returning home to New Castle, he built a long and accomplished career at New Castle Refractories, where he worked for over 40 years. Starting in an entry-level position, he rose through the ranks to become Vice President and General Manager and later became majority owner and President of the company prior…

Clara Caravella, 96, of West Pittsburg passed away Tuesday, June 10, 2025, at Haven Nursing Home following a lengthy illness. Born July 31, 1928, in Ellwood City, but grew up in Chewton, she was the daughter of the late Homer and Ruth Wiles Fosnaught. She married Joseph J. Caravella Sr. on February 14, 1947. They shared 68 years of marriage until his passing on November 19, 2015. Clara graduated from Lincoln High School in 1946. She was Methodist by faith and for many years was a member of the Garden and Birthday Clubs in West Pittsburg. She enjoyed going to…

George M Graham, 39, of Ellwood City passed away Monday, June 9, 2025. He was born in Ellwood City on November 22, 1985. George graduated from Vo-Tech in 2005. He was employed by Federal Express in Zelienople. George was a talented artist and enjoyed reading. He enjoyed anything outdoors, especially fishing. Survivors include his mother, Sue Kirkham Weir; father, Mac (Linda) Graham; girlfriend, Rhianna Peterson; daughter, Scarlett Graham; sister, Jennifer (Bronson Clyde) Graham; brother, Neil Graham and grandmother, Ann Graham, all of Ellwood City; three aunts, Debbie Cottrell of Ellwood City, Stephanie Graham of Virginia, Ernestta Ziter of Vermont; uncle,…

John S. McGrady, 64, of Ellwood City, PA, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, May 30, 2025. Mr. McGrady was born on February 8, 1961, at Mary Evans Hospital. John graduated from Lincoln High School in 1979, from the School of Computer Technology in 1981, and the Pittsburgh Diesel Institute in 1993. John had many jobs including IT Tech Support, Restaurant Manager and Pizza Baker. John and his wife Polly also bred pedigreed German Shepherd and Shar Pei dogs. John was an avid Steelers fan and enjoyed showing his 1956 Chevy at car shows. John is survived by his son Jared…

Mary Alice Krueger, 90, of Newport Rd., Wampum (New Beaver Boro) passed away Thursday, June 5, 2025, at Butler Memorial Hospital following an extended illness. Born November 26, 1934, in Mt. Jackson, she was the daughter of the late Stephen and Edith (Kumrow) Schneider. Mary Alice graduated from Mt. Jackson High School and was a member of the Wampum United Methodist Church. She worked as a secretary for Johnson Bronze and in the cafeteria of St. Francis Hospital. Her most fulfilling and cherished role was that of a homemaker. Survivors include three sons, William Jeffrey (Susan) of New Castle, Thomas…

Raymond C. Miller, 74, of Sewall Court, Ellwood City passed away Saturday, May 31, 2025, at Clen-Moore Place following an extended illness. Born March 7, 1951, in New Brighton, he was the son of the late Harold A. and Helen McCoy Miller. He married Sandra J. Miller on July 22, 1977. They shared 39 years of marriage until her passing on July 24, 2016. Ray graduated with an associate’s degree from New Castle Business College. Following college, he worked at Perelman’s Jewelry Store and subsequently as a chemist at the Penn Power New Castle Power Plant, where he was known…

Daniel M. Murin, 53, of Ellwood City, PA, formerly of West Pittsburg, passed away at home on Sunday, May 25, 2025 following a courageous, prolonged battle with Pancreatic Cancer. Born April 14, 1972 in Clinton, PA, he was the son of Robert L. Sr. and Mary A. (Work) Murin of New Castle. Dan was a lifelong Auto Technician, where he was previously employed at EJ Williams, Route 168 Auto Service, and Meiters LLC. An avid outdoorsman, Dan enjoyed hunting deer, fishing, working on construction projects for family and friends, and spending time with his granddaughter. Dan loved to take apart…