Articles by Marshall Funeral Home

Kevin John Hall, 41, died Saturday February 11, 2017 at his home in Wampum.  Although in ill health, death was unexpected. Kevin graduated from Lincoln High School in 1994. He had formerly worked for 21 years at Dairy Farmer’s of America in New Wilmington. He was a member of the Chewton Christian Church. Kevin was a beloved son, brother, father, and uncle that will be dearly missed. Kevin enjoyed life to the fullest by playing pranks on family members. He also enjoyed spending time with loved ones and working on the family farm with his dad, uncle and brother. Survivors…

Gloria J. Selby, 65, of Chippewa passed away peacefully Sunday, February 5, 2017 at the Heritage Valley – Beaver Hospital following a short illness. Born August 6, 1951 in Washington, PA. She was married for 18 years to Richard E. Selby who survives. Gloria owned and operated Gloria’s Wallpaper and Painting Co. for many years. She had been formerly employed at the 19th Hole in Chippewa and Pier 19 in Bridgewater. Gloria was a member of the Lady’s Auxiliary in the Highland Vets. She actively collected and donated anonymously to underprivileged children. She was kind and generous to all who…

Elva J. Brown, 95, formerly of Castlewood passed away Sunday, February 5, 2017 at The Grove At Harmony. Born April 28, 1921 in Ellwood City, she was the daughter of the late Leonard and Alice Keller Vogler. She was married on December 3, 1945 to Curtis Glenn Brown who passed away June 5, 1989. Upon marrying Curtis, she became the mother of his four children that she loved and raised as her own. Elva was an active and faithful member of Harmony Baptist Church. She served as a Deacon, sang in the choir, taught Sunday School, was a member of…

Peggy E. Rychlicki, 83, of Main St., Wampum passed away Friday, February 3, 2017 at UPMC – Jameson Hospital in New Castle following a short illness. Born June 29, 1933 in Rush Twp., Center County, PA, she was the daughter of the late Earl and Corabelle Henderson Grinnen. She was married for 48 years to John R. “Mike” Rychlicki who passed away March 11, 2001. Peggy, with her husband Mike, owned and operated Peggy’s Floral and Gift Shop in Wampum for 45 years. Active in the community of Wampum, Peggy was a member of the United Methodist Church,a former Councilwoman,…

Linda L. Brown, 70, of Fountain Ave. Ellwood City passed away Sunday, January 29, 2017 at UPMC Passavant Hospital in McCandless Twp. following a brief illness. Born September 28, 1946 in New Castle, she was the daughter of the late Elmer and Nettie Collins Myers. She was married for 50 years to Dale A. Brown as they were married November 11, 1966. He survives. Linda graduated from Lincoln High School in 1964. She had previously worked at Airway Industries, Shop and Save and the Butler Auto Auction. Linda was a faithful member of the First Church of God in Ellwood…

Sheridan “Rod” Rodgers Jr. 63, of North Sewickley Twp went home to be with the Lord on Thursday January 26, 2017.  He is survived by his loving wife Susan Rodgers. Rod was born August 26,1953 in Ellwood City, the son of the late Sheridan and Marilyn Fosnaught Rodgers. Rod graduated from Riverside High School in 1971. He was employed by The Culligan Company for 31 years. Rod was known as the “Legend” because of his exceptional skills in turkey and deer hunting.  He was an avid fly fisherman and you could usually find him in the woods or the stream…

Edna P. Miller, 88, of Frew Rd., Ellwood City (Slippery Rock Twp.) passed away Thursday, January 26, 2017 at the Butler Memorial Hospital following a brief illness. Born July 29, 1928 in New Castle, she was the daughter of the late Paul and Anna Mae Hill Park. She was married on January 25, 1952 to Orville Ray Miller who passed away July 4, 1996. Edna was the switch board operator at the Ellwood City Hospital for 25 years retiring on July 29, 1990. Before that she worked at the Jameson Hospital in New Castle for two years. She attended the…

Anna Jean Holsinger, 28, of New Castle (Neshannock Twp.) went to be with the Lord on Monday, January 16, 2017. She was born October 24, 1988 in Ellwood City. Anna worked at various restaurants in the area. She graduated from Slippery Rock High School in 2008 where she played on the volleyball and fast pitch softball teams. She was a member of Word Alive Church. Anna enjoyed playing corn hole and dancing. She enjoyed the outdoors, especially walks at Moraine State Park, mushroom hunting, fishing, and camping. She enjoyed life to the fullest. She will be remembered for her loving…

Dr. Allen A. Dunstan, 69, passed into eternal peace on Saturday, January 14th 2017. Allen, a son of the late Kenneth and Thora Mae Dunstan was born December 20th 1947 in Meadville, Pa. He graduated from Lincoln High School in 1966. He enlisted in the Army in 1967, where he was awarded a purple heart, a good conduct medal, a Vietnam gallantry cross with palm unit citation badge and a national defense service medal. He also won numerous military sharpshooting competition. Returning from the military, he earned his Bachelors Degree in Psychology from Mansfield University, his Masters degree in education and…