Articles by Marshall Funeral Home

Agnes D’Ambrosia, 99, formerly of Ellwood City, passed away in Paso Robles, CA, on Monday, November 27, 2017. Born September 8, 1918 in Branchton, PA, she was the daugter of the late Alfonso and Margaret DeRose D’Amore. She was married to Alphonso D’Ambrosia for 69 years who passed away in 2007. Agnes was a longtime member of the Red Hat Society. She worked at the Ellwood Knitting Mill and then as the head cook at St. Joseph Nursing Home until her retirement. Agnes most enjoyed spending time with her family. She delighted all with her culinary skills, most famous for…

Chelsee Marie Bevington, 22, of North Sewickely Twp. (formerly of Wampum) passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, November 21, 2017. Chelsee was born June 22, 1995 in Ellwood City. She graduated from Lincoln High School where she played softball. Her most cherished time was spent caring for her daughter. Survivors include her mother, Tracey Dicianno of Wampum, father, Robert E. Bevington of Florida; a daughter, Farrah Giovanna Bevington; brother, Shawn Hardesty of Wampum; grandfather, Sam Dicianno of Wampum; and grandmother, Lonnie DeLargy of West Palm Beach, Florida. She was preceded in death by her grandmother, Beverly Bevington. Visiting hours will be…

Rob’s guardian angel came down and surrounded him and carried him to the Heavens on Sunday November 19, 2017. Rob loved his wife Loreekay so much he carved his love in stone, and his daughter Leah, who he would have moved the world for. This certainty gives them both comfort and strength. Born August 11, 1961, Rob has rejoined his father Anthony who met him with open arms at heaven’s gate. Robs new wings also surround his mother, Shirley Piper Franze and brother, Randy. He enjoyed the Steelers and working on cars. Rob also enjoyed camping and going hunting in…

Janice E. Kelly, 76, of New Beaver Boro died Friday, November 17, 2017 at Jameson Hospital. Although in ill health, death was unexpected. Born September 9, 1941 in Kane, PA, she was the daughter of the late Frederick A.and Beatrice Bushley Phillips.  She was married for 34 years to Carl M. Kelly who survives. They were married December 5, 1983. In addition to her husband, Carl, survivors include one son, Steven C. (Gretchen) Kelly of Bostic North Carolina and a sister, Diana (Ronald) Lineman of Oil City. Private services were held at the Marshall Funeral Home, Wampum. Interment followed in…

Robert F. Smorada Sr., 80, of Ellwood City, passed away Saturday at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital. Born April 21, 1937 in Haydenville, PA, he was the son of the late Rudolph R. and Valeria Ann Buran Smorada.  He was married for 59 years to Marcia Lee Osterwise Smorada who survives. They were married September 29, 1958. Bob graduated from the University of Pittsburgh School of Engineering. He received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Chemical Engineering in 1960. He was certified to practice Chemical Engineering in the States of Pennsylvania, California, New York, Massachusetts and South Carolina. Bob began his engineering…

Ricky L. Blaskowitz, 48, of Second St., Ellwood City passed away unexpectedly at work on Tuesday, November 14, 2017. Born October 5, 1969 in Sharon, he was the son of Dennis and Emma L. Lutz Blaskowitz of Ellwood City. Ricky graduated from Lincoln High School in 1987 where he was a member of the football team. He was a member of the Local 373 Laborer’s Union in Pittsburgh. For many years, Ricky served as the Union Steward. He was a Veteran of the Navy, serving four years during Desert Storm aboard the USS Sampson. He was a member of the…

Frederick D. “Buz” Stelter, 86, of Boyd School Rd., Wampum (Shenango Twp.) passed away Thursday, November 9, 2017 at UPMC – Jameson Hospital following an extended illness. Born April 13, 1931 in Wampum, he was the son of the late Fred D. and Virginia Bowden Stelter. He was married for 64 years to Florence “Allie” Alden Stelter as they were married February 26, 1953. She survives. Fred graduated from Shenango High School. He served in the Army from 1952-1954 being stationed in Korea for thirteen months. He retired in 1993 from Penn Power where he was the Yard Supervisor. He…

Lillian M. Aromatorio, 86, of Allen Court, Wampum passed away peacefully on Friday, November 3, 2017 at UPMC Jameson Hospital following a brief illness. Born May 16, 1931 in New Castle, she was the daughter of the John and Rose George Saad. She married Angelo Aromatorio of Wampum on April 24, 1954 and was blessed with over 63 years of marriage. Lillian graduated from New Castle HIgh School in 1950. She was a member of the former St. Monica’s Church in Wampum and a current member of Holy Redeemer Church in Ellwood City.She worked for many years as a bookkeeper…

Robert J. Guy, 80, of Hardy Lane, Ellwood City (Franklin Twp.) passed away Saturday, October 28, 2017 at the VNA Hospice in Butler following a courageous seven month battle with cancer. Born June 11, 1937 in Jeannette, PA, he was the son of the late Thomas and Elsie Daugherty Guy. He was married for 54 years to Darlene Hoover Guy who survives. Robert retired from Honeywill in 2000 where he worked in the maintenance department. An outdoorsman, Robert enjoyed hunting and fishing. He also enjoyed golfing. In addition to his wife, Darlene, survivors include a son, Dr. Robert J. (Michelle)…