Articles by Marshall Funeral Home

Douglas E. “Bunger” Curry, 63, of New Beaver Borough passed away Thursday, May 8, 2025, at his residence following a courageous battle with cancer. Born August 15, 1961, in Ellwood City, he was the son of the late Frederick P. Curry and Martha Rorabaugh Curry of New Beaver Borough. After graduating from Lawrence County Vo-Tech, Bunger worked as a self-employed mason and bricklayer. Methodist by faith, he was a member of the Ellwood City Moose and the Johnson Club in Hillsville. In addition to his masonry skills, he was an avid and accomplished baseball and softball player, lastly playing for…

Richard Michael Lance, 61, of Shenango Twp, a proud U.S. Army Veteran, passed away unexpectedly on April 29, 2025. The son of the late Hilda (Nail) and Hilderbert Lance. He was born on September 23, 1963, and raised in a loving home in Altoona, PA. On August 27, 2005, he married his best friend and the love of his life, Brenda (O’Donnell) Lance. She survives at home. Rick worked as a plumber at Central Heating and Plumbing in New Castle, PA. He enjoyed the interactions with his customers and co-workers. He obtained a true love and passion for hunting deer…

Kenneth L. Brady, 86, formerly of Fombell, passed away on Monday, April 28, 2025, at The Province of Wexford. Born at Ellwood City Hospital on February 24, 1939, he was the son of the late James A. and Isabell (Merriman) Brady. At the age of seven, Ken’s family moved to Detroit, Michigan, where he grew up active in his church, high school band, and choir. After graduating high school, he attended Michigan State University and trained as a floral designer. Through church activities, Ken met and married the late Nancy Ann (Carl) Brady on July 18, 1964. After a decade-long…

John H. Bollinger, 83, of Perry Twp passed away on Sunday, April 20, 2025, at UPMC Jameson. Born October 6, 1941, in Ellwood City, he was the son of the late Carl Marshall Bollinger and Marion (Clyde) Bollinger. John worked at New Castle PennDot for over 30 years. An avid outdoorsman, he enjoyed fishing, hunting, and bird watching. He loved feeding birds, especially the yellow finches. He is survived by his beloved wife of 63 years, Nancy Ann Lample Bollinger; three daughters, Deborah Bollinger, Ann Ritter, and Elizabeth Freed; a son, John Bollinger; three granddaughters, Vanessa Tomeo, Audrey Ritter, and…

Kelly Renna McDanel, 59, of Ellwood City passed away suddenly on Saturday, April 19, 2025, at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital surrounded by her family. Born February 9, 1966, in Virginia, she was the daughter of Hap and Sally Pander. She married Alan McDanel Sr. on October 2, 1999. Kelly earned her degree from Geneva College and currently worked as an insurance agent for Beneigh Insurance in Zelienople. She was fond of her pets, both past and present, and enjoyed going camping. Above all, Kelly cherished moments spent with her family, especially her children and grandchildren. Survivors include her beloved husband of…

Anita J. Bookamer, 83, formerly of Ellwood City passed away Friday, April 18, 2025, at the Lakeview Personal Care Home following a prolonged illness. Born June 19, 1941, in Ellwood City, she was the daughter of the late Joe and Nilda (Fantone) Carney.  She was married to George Bookamer who passed away in 2003. Anita was an avid Pittsburgh Pirate Fan. She loved playing cards and with her dogs. Her most cherished time was spent with family especially her grandchildren. Survivors include a son, Mark (Holli) Osborne of Ellwood City, brother, Donald (Margaret) Carney of Venice, Florida; three granddaughters, Kessi…

Paul R. Bara, 79, of Greeley, PA, a devoted husband, loving father, and esteemed professional passed away peacefully Saturday, April 5 2025, in his home surrounded by his loving family. He was the son of the late Joseph J. Bara and Yolanda Quintana Bara of Wampum, PA. He was born in Newcastle, PA on March 16, 1946, and was a 1964 graduate of Mohawk High School. He was a star athlete in basketball and baseball and played with the likes of Richie Allen and Don Hennon. Paul is survived by his wife of 44 years, Arlene Hampe Bara, the love…

David Paul Rambo Sr., 78, of Tionesta passed away on Wednesday, April 16, 2025, in Wampum, at his daughter’s residence. Born August 20, 1946, in New Brighton, he was the son of the late Francis “Fritz” and Mary Young Rambo. He was married to the late Jeraldyne “Jerry” Ann Haswell Rambo. They shared 54 years of marriage until her passing on May 9, 2019. In David’s younger years he worked as a mechanic, bodyman, and skilled car painter, first at Bachman’s Garage in New Brighton, and then at Poor Boys Auto Body in Beaver. An avid outdoorsman, David enjoyed hunting…

Justin Fitzgibbons, 71, of Portersville Rd. Perry Township, Ellwood City passed away Tuesday, April 8, 2025, at UPMC – Jameson Hospital following a brief illness. Born April 12, 1953, in Connellsville, PA, he was the son of the late William T. and Anne R. Coyne Fitzgibbons. Justin graduated from Riverside in 1971 and later earned a bachelor’s degree in economics from Robert Morris University in 1976. His love for sales led him to pursue a successful career in the field. He retired from Tennant Industrial, where he worked as a commercial cleaning equipment salesman. He also had worked at HerrVoss…

Lori Anne Campbell, affectionately known as “Boo-Boo” or “Jama,” of Ellwood City passed away peacefully on Monday, April 7th, surrounded by the love of her family. She was 65 years young. Lori was the heart and soul of every room she entered – a devoted wife, mother, sister, aunt, grandmother, and fiercely loyal friend. She was the glue that held generations of relationships together, offering strength, support, and a special kind of love. She is preceded in death by her beloved mother, Helen (LaVerne) Wilson; sister, Betty Lee (Jack) Milsom; brother, Richard (Deb) Wilson; and nephews, Bobby and Jeff. She…