Articles by Marshall Funeral Home

William D. Welsh, 84, of Shenango Rd. Big Beaver Boro passed away Thursday, June 2, at his residence. Born in Negley, Ohio on April 6, 1932 to the late David G. and Lenore M. Dyke Welsh. He was married to the former Patty J. Crees for 64 years, as they were married on December 29, 1951. She survives. Bill was an active member of the Pathway Church. He was an Air Force Veteran, serving during the Korean Conflict. He thoroughly enjoyed woodworking, many of the family will cherish his hand made heirlooms. Along with his wife Patty, he is survived…

Jeffrey S. Johnson, 58, of West Pittsburg passed away at his home on May 25, 2016, following his courageous battle with cancer. He was born on June 4, 1957 in New Castle, the son of the late Edwin R. and Nancy K. Armstrong Johnson. Surviving at home is his beloved wife and soul mate, the former Tracey L. Rice, whom he married June 22, 1990. He graduated from Neshannock High School in 1975 and enlisted into the US Army, proudly serving 12 years, participating in search and recovery of US soldiers missing-in-action from the Vietnam Conflict. He was a graduate…

David James Aiken, 69, of St. Rt. 488, Portersville (Perry Twp.) passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, May 26, 2016 at his residence. Born May 3, 1947 in Ellwood City, he was the son of the late Arthur and Helen McElwain Aiken. He was married for 47 years to Patricia Young Aiken who survives. David graduated from Lincoln HIgh School in 1965. He was a self employed farmer and owned and operated Aiken Custom Meats. He was a member of Mountville Presbyterian Church. He enjoyed muscle cars and tractor pulls. He also enjoyed anything that was farm related. In addition to…

Judith Cupac Wilson, 81, of Ellwood City passed away Wednesday, May 25, 2016 at Carriage Court in New Castle, following a lingering illness. Born November 18, 1934 in Ellwood City, she was the daughter of the late Judson and Ruth Haines Liebendorfer. She was preceded in death by husbands, Joseph M. Cupac whom she married on October 10, 1953 until his passing on April 26, 1991 and Paul Wilson whom she married in 2000 until his passing in 2008.. Judy graduated from Lincoln High School. She formerly worked at the Aetna Standard and then at Vivienne’s Antiques for eleven years….

Betty L. Koch, 89, of Locust Terrace , Ellwood City passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, May 24, 2016 at Heritage Valley – Beaver Hospital. Born November 23, 1926 in Newport, she was the daughter of the late Clarence and Geraldine Cook Boots. She was married to Wallace R. Carroll who passed away January 9, 1978. She then married Wallace L. Koch who survives. They have been married for 25 years.. Betty worked with Dr. Allen Struble for 30 years as his Assistant Podiatrist. She also worked as a May Kay Consultant for 21 years. She currently was a member of…

So I’ll cherish the Old Rugged Cross, till my trophies at last I lay down; I will cling to the Old Rugged Cross, and exchange it someday for a crown. Margaret L. “Peg” Warnick, 78, went to her heavenly home Tuesday, May 17, 2016. Born October 13, 1937 in Wampum, PA, she was the daughter of the late William and Julie Andrews Seaburn. She married her husband Elmer Warnick Sr, who passed away in 1989, and together they raised three children, Elmer Warnick Jr who passed away in 2013, George E. (Sheila) Warnick of New Castle and Lisa (Randy) VanKirk…

E. Harriet (Foster) Marshall, 81, of Grandview Rd., Ellwood City passed away unexpectedly at her residence on Monday, May 16, 2016. Born June 5, 1934 in New Castle, she was the daughter of the late Harry and Elizabeth Stephenson Foster. She was married for 60 years to William R. Marshall, who survives. Harriet graduated from New Castle High School in 1952. She worked at Bell Telephone in New Castle. Active with the Wurtemburg Presbyterian Church, Harriet served as a Deacon and was the Secretary for many years. Harriet was a member of the Wurtemburg Perry Twp Fire Auxiliary, the Ellwood…

Rose J. Bartley, 89, of Pershing St., Ellwood City passed away Monday, May 16, 2016 at her residence. Born April 5, 1927 on Division Ave. in Ellwood City, she was the daughter of the late Francesco and Adele Funari Battilocchi. She was married for 60 years to Clyde M. Bartley as they just celebrated their anniversary on April 28. He survives. Rose graduated from Lincoln High School in 1945 and then attended Geneva College. She first worked as a secretary at the Aetna Standard. Rose then became the Vice President of Clyde M. Bartley Construction Co for many years. Rose…

Lynn C. Stelter, 68, of Turkey Hill Rd., Wampum (Shenango Twp.) passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, May 15, 2016 at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital. Born April 15, 1948 in New Castle, he was the son of the late Walter L. and Margaret L. Harper Stelter. He was married for 48 years to Nancy Wojnar Stelter who survives. Lynn was the owner of the Clean Care Carpet Cleaning. He served in the Army during the Vietnam Era. Lynn enjoyed camping, traveling, cards, pool, dancing, playing his guitar, and going to flea markets. His most cherished time was spent with family and friends….

Elmer George Hall, 91, of Sycamore Dr., Ellwood City passed away Friday, May 13, 2016 at the Ellwood City Hospital following a three month illness. Born November 29, 1924 in Ellwood City,he was the son of the late Harry L.and Helen Sias Hall. Elmer attended Lincoln High School and then was employed by the Ellwood City Forge, National Tube Company, Mathews Conveyor Company, and lastly Riverside School District where he served as custodian from which he retired in late 1986.Elmer was a member of Providence Baptist Church for over 60 years where he served in several capacities. He took a…