Articles by Marshall Funeral Home

Our much loved father, grandfather and great-grandfather, William (Bill) Arthur Fischer was taken home to spend eternity with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on Sunday, August 7, 2016 in Hilton, NY. Bill was born in Blue Island, IL, on January 1st, 1923. He was married on June 5, 1945 to the love of his life, Constance M. Vota Fischer, who died on December 22, 2000 after more than 55 years of marriage. At the time of their wedding, he was a Gunner’s Mate Third Class in the Navy and she was a Private First Class in the Marines. Upon…

Louise G. Gibson, 94, of Stony Brook, New York, passed away peacefully Saturday, August 6, 2016. Born June 28, 1922, in Ellwood City, she was the daughter of the late George W. and Katherine Young Gayle. Her maternal grandparents were George S. Young and Clara Hamilton Young. She was married for 58 years to Wilfred A. Gibson, who passed away on June 3, 2004. Louise was a graduate of Lincoln High School in Ellwood City and Westminster College in New Wilmington, Pennsylvania. She taught business subjects for many years at Ward Melville High School in East Setauket, New York. Her…

James L. Beatrice, 73, of Wampum Rd., Ellwood City passed away Thursday, July 28, 2016 at the Heritage Valley Beaver Hospital. Born October 16, 1942 in Ellwood City, he was the son of the late Carmen J. and Elizabeth Muoio Beatrice. He was married for 33 years to Karen Queen Beatrice as they were married February 16, 1983. Jim was the retired owner and operator of J. Beatrice Foods. He and his wife, Karen had formerly owned the Nautical Lounge in Beaver Falls. Jim also had been a bartender at the Moose Club in Ellwood City for many years. He…

Barbara J. Marshall, 68, of Wampum passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, July 26, 2016. Born September 26, 1947 in Butler, she was the daughter of the late Harold F. and Leona G. Mottern Osche. She was married for 40 years to Robert S. Marshall who survives. Barb graduated from Butler High School where she was the head majorette. Following graduation, she worked at Citizen’s National Bank in Butler, After getting married and moving to the area, she was employed by Dr. Jack Brooks as his secretary. She then worked in customer service for both Airway Luggage and Alsy Lighting. Following her…

Sandra J. Miller, 64, of Sewall Court, Ellwood City passed away Sunday, July 24, 2016 at the Evergreen Nursing Center following an extended illness. Born August 10, 1951 in Ellwood City, she was the daughter of the late Hobart and Thelma White Miller. She recently celebrated 39 years of marriage to Raymond C. Miller as they were married July 22, 1977. He survives. Sandy graduated from Lincoln High School in 1969. She continued her education, graduating from Edinboro University in 1973. Sandy taught for the Ellwood City School District for 31 years. She taught from 1973 until her retirement in…

Henry “Chuck” Arsene LeRoy, 69, of Summit Ave., Ellwood City passed away Sunday, July 24, 2016 at his residence. Born February 16, 1947 in Pittsburgh, he was the son of the late Henry Arsene and Irene Burke LeRoy. He was married to Darla J. Rough LeRoy who survives. Henry was a truck driver for many years. He was an expert auto repairman. He was into classic cars, especially, “Nova’s”. Henry enjoyed fishing and was an avid Pittsburgh Sports Fan. In addition to his wife, Darla, survivors include four sons, Charles R. (Laura) LeRoy and Frank LeRoy, both of Wintersville, Ohio,…

Delores L. “Dee” Price, 83, of Enon Valley, formerly of North Sewickley Twp. passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family on Sunday, July 24, 2016. Born August 2, 1932 in Ellwood City, she was the daughter of the late Harry and Gladys Taylor Dix. She was married for 62 years to Edward E. “Dink” Price Sr. who passed away January 28, 2015 Dee was a loving wife, mother and grandmother and great grandmother. She had formerly worked at Mayer China and also at McDanel’s Refractories. Her most cherished time was spent with family. Survivors include a son,…

Harry James Cooper Jr., 54, of Crescent Place, Ellwood City passed away unexpectedly on Friday, July 22, 2016. Born Dec. 28, 1961 in Ellwood City, he was the son of the late Harry James Cooper Sr. and Carol Jean Lutz Cooper of Ellwood City . Through out his life, Harry worked at many different jobs, his most recent was as the Produce Manager at Giant Eagle in Franklin Twp. He was an avid Steeler fan and loved his dog, “Sadie”. In addition to his mother, Carol, survivors include a daughter, Nicole (George) Richard of Youngstown, Ohio; son, Christopher Cooper of…

June C. King, 61, of Wampum Ave., Ellwood City passed away Monday, July 18, 2016 at Allegheny General Hospital in Pittsburgh following a brief illness. Born June 7, 1955 in Sharon, she was the daughter of the late Roy Samuel Canterbury and Nora Bell Kitson Canterbury of Beaver. She was married for 40 years to William “Bill” David King as they were married July 26, 1975. He survives. June graduated from Lincoln High School in 1973. She had worked at Formed Fiberglass and at Giant Eagle, but her most important job was being a devoted housewife and mother. She was…