Articles by Marshall Funeral Home

Kay (Tarver) Panella, 74, passed away in her home with her family by her side on September 2, 2024 following an extended illness. She was born September 17, 1949. She is preceded in death by her parents, Donice Hughey and Alcus Tarver, her brothers John and Tom Tarver, and brother-in-law Jim Croston. Kay made the world a more beautiful place both figuratively and physically with the care she provided to those in need, the haircuts, color, and stylings she performed as a beautician for many years, and her remarkable ability to design, develop, and decorate any area she felt needed…

Letitia M. “Tish” Shick, 89, of Shenango Township passed away Monday, August 26, 2024 at Northview Estates Born April 11, 1935 in Possum Hollow, she was the daughter of the late Charles and Grace McKim Market. She was married to Joseph E. Shick for 29 years until he passed away on May 14, 1991. Tish graduated from Lincoln High School and was associated with the Highland Presbyterian Church in Slippery Rock. She spent her early years as a wife and mother and enjoyed taking care of her family. She had several jobs as her children got older, her favorites were…

Dale E. Shaw, 97, of New Castle (formerly Ellwood City), passed away peacefully on Friday, August 23, 2024, at home with his family. Born April 22, 1927, in New Castle, Dale was the son of the late Frank M. and Bertha M. (Patterson) Shaw. He married the late Donna M. (Neuman) Shaw on July 21, 1950. They were married for 64 years until Donna’s passing on January 24, 2015. Dale was a veteran of the Army, serving in Manila between 1946 -1947. Dale began his career at US Steel, then Kroger company for 15 years, and ultimately worked for State…

Connie M. Dwyer, 77, of New Beaver Borough passed away Monday, August 26, 2024 at her residence. Born May 26, 1947 in New Brighton, she was the daughter of the late William and Katheryn Barbara Irvine Dwyer. Connie had worked as a hairdresser at Bauman Beauty Academy, at the Beaver Valley Medical Center as a unit clerk, an office assistant at Pamela Corotto’s Beauty Salon in Rochester. The most memorable part of her life was living and working in Florida at the Gessler Clinic where she was employed as a medical secretary. Connie was Baptist by faith. Survivors include son,…

Guy Prestia, 102, of Ellwood City, went to be with his Lord on Wednesday, August 28, 2024. He was a man of action whose service to his family, community, country, and faith radiated throughout his life. Born April 26, 1922 in Ellwood City, he was the son of the late Madeline (Violante) and Joseph Prestia. He married the late Patricia Prestia, his wife of 54 years, on June 29, 1957. Guy was a 1940 graduate of Lincoln High School. He served during WWII as a Sergeant in the 45th Infantry Division, 157th Infantry Regiment, E Company. His unit spent an…

John P. Novalesi, 90, of Ellwood City (formerly of Wampum) passed away Thursday, August 22, 2024 at Cambridge Falls following a brief illness. Born February 14, 1934 in Wampum, he was the son of the late Emilio and Emma Barrichini Novalesi. He was married to Marlene J. Karner Novalesi for 28 years when she passed in 1985. John graduated from Wampum High School 1953, where he was named as an All-State Basketball Player. He then went to St. Francis College in Loretto PA on a full basketball scholarship earning his bachelor’s degree. After graduating college, he taught US History at…

Sharon A. Petrocelli, 71, of Ellwood City passed away unexpectedly on Monday, August 19, 2024 at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital. Born June 24, 1953 in Pittsburgh, she was the daughter of Shirley Kratsas. She married Walter S. Petrocelli on September 28, 1974. Sharon graduated from Perry High School in Pittsburgh and then from the Pittsburgh Beauty Academy. She was a member of the former BVM Church and current member of Divine Grace Parish Holy Redeemer Church in Ellwood City. Through the years, Sharon worked at Kaufman’s in Pittsburgh, at McDonald’s for 16 years, and in the bakery at the Monaca Walmart….

Alan R. McBride, 64, of North Beaver Township passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, August 13, 2024 at his residence. Born March 4, 1960 in Ellwood City, he was the son of the late Mont L. and Margaret E. “Peg” Cotton McBride. He was married for 35 years to Debra A. Himes McBride. Alan worked on his family’s dairy farm until his retirement. He graduated from Mohawk in 1978 where he was a member of the FFA. He was also a member of the Big Beaver Grange and the Westfield Presbyterian Church. He took great pleasure and enjoyment working on the…

Patricia (Patty) Skvarla, 89, of Ellwood City passed away unexpectedly but peacefully on Tuesday, August 6, 2024 at UPMC Montefiore, Pittsburgh. Born July 30, 1935 in Lower Chewton, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Sylvia Leopardo. Patty graduated from Lincoln High School in 1953. She was very active in the community, being a member of the Women of the Moose, the Municipal Women’s Club, Challengers, and various card clubs. Patty married William (Bill) Skvarla on February 12, 1955 and enjoyed 66 years of marriage. Survivors include her four children, William (Regina) Skvarla Jr. of Saginaw, MI; Janis…

Louis W. “Macy” Miller, 91, of Wampum passed away Saturday, August 3, 2024 at UPMC – Jameson Hospital following a brief illness. Born June 21, 1933 in Wampum, he was the son of the late Frank Sr. and Bertha Toth Miller. He was married to Carol A. Mohr Miller. Macy retired in June 1995 from Medusa where he worked as a mechanic. Catholic by faith, Macy was a Veteran of the Army serving in Korea. He enjoyed fishing and watching the trains behind his house. Survivors include his wife of 66 years Carol, two daughters, Barb (Adam) Moldovan and Mindy…