Articles by Marshall Funeral Home

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…

Eunice T. Watt Boyles, 88, formerly of Wampum went home to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on January 14, 2017. Born March 19, 1928 in Enon Valley, she was the daughter of the late Samuel and Shirley Fraser Williams. In 1946 she married Robert Watt of New Castle who preceded her in death in 1980. She subsequently married William Boyles who also preceded her in death. Eunice was a devoted wife and mother, who faithfully served God and her community throughout her life. Her singing blessed the residents of local nursing homes for many years. She also…

Betty J. Crawford, 93, formerly of North Sewickley Twp. passed away Saturday, January 14, 2017 at the Blair Personal Care Home following a lengthy illness. Born January 17, 1923 in Ellwood City, she was the daughter of the late James E. and Dorothy Forbush Houk. She was married to Eugene E. “Curly” Crawford for 27 years when he passed away in 1969. Betty, along with her son, “Crete” owned and operated the Shelby Bar for 14 years. She was a member of the First Baptist Church. An avid bowler, Betty bowled at Park Lanes for many years. Survivors include a…

Santiago E. “Jimmy” Martinez, 53, of Dushane St., New Castle passed away Thursday, January 12, 2017 at his residence. Although in ill health, death was unexpected. Born November 10, 1963 in Cotulla, Texas, he was the son of the late Santiago Martinez and Adela Elizondo Perez with whom he resided. Santiago was a self employed sign fabricator. He was affiliated with the Wampum United Methodist Church. In addition to his mother, Adela and step father, Ernest Reyna, survivors include his significant other, Dora Lee Bove; seven children, Paul Michael Martinez of Cotulla, TX, Christina, Herlinda, and Patricia Martinez all of…

Helen M. Fabian, 84, of Wayne Twp., Ellwood City passed away Wednesday, January 11, 2017 at the home of her daughter in Carnegie, PA following a brief illness. Born May 20, 1932 in New Castle, she was one of ten children born to the late Adolph and Winifred Jones Forkey. She was married for 53 years to Paul R. Fabian who passed away on December 6, 2005. Helen graduated from New Castle High School with the Class of 1950. Immediately after high school, she began her working career at Isaly’s in New Castle. She then worked at Shenango China where…