Articles by Marshall Funeral Home

Sylvia H. Reeher, 95, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 30, 2022 with her children by her side. Born December 31, 1926, in Koppel, she was a daughter of the late Paul and Frances (Schoenmaker) Plake. She was married to William C. Reeher who passed away on December 29, 1996. A lifelong resident of Koppel, she was affiliated with Queen of Heaven Catholic Church. A graduate of Lincoln High School, Ellwood City, Class of 1944. She was a secretary at Babcock & Wilcox in the sales department. She belonged to the B & W Girls Organization. Sylvia worked on the…

Patricia G. Douglas, 79, of North Sewickley Twp. Ellwood City passed away Friday, June 3, 2022 at the residence of her son. Born November 2, 1942 in Colon, Panama, she was the daughter of the late Walter and Chabela Gonzalez Barrows . Patricia retired after 28 years with Anchor Hocking in Monaca where she was an inspector. She was Catholic by faith. Patricia enjoyed swimming, yard work, being outdoors, and traveling to Erie. Her most cherished time was spent with her family. Survivors include two daughters, Frances D. (John C.) Bell of Erie, Monica L. Claunch of Florida; three sons,…

Our beloved grandfather, father, companion, and friend to many, Edward G. Wotowicz, 70, passed away Friday, June 3, 2022. Ed was born September 3, 1951 to Edward and Edith (Edie) Davidson Wotowicz in New Castle, Pa. Ed was an avid lover of all things outdoors, especially hunting and fishing. He spent many cold days on the ice at Moraine ice fishing. His favorite place to spend his free time was at his camp in Potter County, where he loved to hunt and watch all kinds of wildlife. He loved his Double-Stuffed Oreos and Root Beer as much as he despised…

Greg Santo, 59, of Tucson Arizona, (formerly of Ellwood City) passed away after an 8 year illness. Born August 4, 1962 in Ellwood City, he was the son of the late Domenick Santo who passed on May 2, 2020 and Mathilda Pistacchio Santo. He was married to Kim Santo on October 14, 2000. Greg graduated from Lincoln High School in 1980. He worked for Grainger Inc. He enjoyed attending sporting events and traveling. Survivors include his mother Mathilda of Ellwood City; wife Kim; two stepchildren, Jennifer and Kristopher Kados; two brothers, Mike (Juliet) of St Louis, and Bob (Lori) Santo…

Harry L. McKim, 69, of Wampum passed away Saturday, May 21, 2022 at his residence following a short illness. Born December 10, 1952 in New Castle, he was the son of the late John Keith and Thelma Rose Jones McKim. He was married to Susan Mora McKim. Harry was retired from Col-Fin Specialty Steel, where he worked as a machinist. He was Catholic by faith. He was a member of the Chewton Polish White Eagles. He coached little league baseball and girls softball. Harry enjoyed playing softball and hunting with his son Lucas. Survivors include his wife of 48 years…

Bonnie Russell, 88, of New Galilee, passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 19, 2022 under the gentle care of Hospice in the Heritage Valley Beaver Medical Center and in the presence of many family members. Bonnie was the matriarch of a large family and was well loved and respected by many. She was born on April 20, 1934 in New Brighton to the late Dixie and Rose Harter Fox. Bonnie was a member of the New Brighton High School class of 1952.  She met her husband George at a local dance hall and the two were married in December of…

Doris M. Wallis, 97, of Slippery Rock Township passed away Friday, May 13, 2022 at her residence. Born February 16, 1925 in Zelienople, she was the daughter of the late William and Elizabeth Domhoff Ebert. She was married to Robert G. Wallis for 61 years when he passed on July 7, 2008. Doris had graduated from Zelienople High School in 1943. She was a member of the St. Paul Lutheran Church. She was the president of the PTA in Laurel for many years and was a Boy Scout Leader in the 1960’s. She loved to can, sew, garden, read, and…

Carmen N. Bucci, 79, of Wampum passed away Friday, May 13, 2022 at UPMC Passavant Cranberry. Born February 19, 1943 in Ellwood City, he was the son of the late Nicholas and Mary Cannami Bucci. He was married to Kathleen J. Smith Bucci on May 23, 1970. She passed away on March 12, 2022. Carmen had graduated from Lincoln High School and was a Veteran of the United States Army. For most of his life, Carmen was a steel mill worker. Carmen was a member of the Wampum Fire Department for many years. An avid outdoorsman, Carmen enjoyed hunting and…

Nellie Bessell Strickler, 87, of Shenango Township, passed away Thursday, May 12, 2022 at Haven Nursing Home in New Castle. Born December 13, 1934 in New Castle, she was the daughter of the late Harrison and Della Martin Bessell. She was married to Richard C. Strickler for 56 years when he passed away on November 27, 2007. She attended Savannah United Methodist Church her whole life where she was a member of the over 55 Group. She enjoyed painting and crafts. Her most cherished moments were spent with family. Survivors include two sons, Rick (Kathy) Strickler and Dan (Karen) Strickler;…

Frederick Konyak, 84, of North Sewickley Township passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, May 11, 2022 at his residence. Born January 8, 1938 in Ellwood City, he was the son of the late Andrew and Helen Burcik Konyak. He was married to Patricia Steckman Konyak. Fred graduated from Lincoln High School in 1955. For many years, Fred was employed at the B&W in Koppel where he worked in the Melt Shop. Fred enjoyed hunting and fishing at his camp in Mayburg PA, and also enjoyed snowmobiling, volleyball, and horseback riding. Fred was a lifetime member of the NRA and a member…