Articles by Marshall Funeral Home

Philip James Nerti, 70, of Oakdale passed away unexpectedly Sunday, October 13, 2024 at his residence. Born June 18, 1954 in Ellwood City, he was the son of the late Phillip A. Nerti and Anna Mae Frickanish Nerti of North Beaver Township. Philip graduated from Duquesne with a bachelor’s in science and then from the University of Pittsburgh Katz School of Business where he earned his MBA. He was an active member of the Archangel Gabriel Parish in McKees Rocks. Philip held numerous positions throughout his life as a pharmacist and then he moved into administration, as the Vice President…

Pamela Virginia Kifer, 75, of Ellwood City passed away Wednesday, October 9, 2024 at St. Barnabas Nursing Home. Born June 2, 1949 in Pittsburgh, she was the daughter of the late Harry J. and Betty V. Rebson Thompson. Pamela was retired from West Penn Hospital where she served as a nurse. She was a member of the East Liberty Presbyterian Church, an active member of the Eastern Star Ellwood City Chapter 212, and in her younger years a member of the Fox Chapel Rifle Club. Crafting and cross-stitching gave her great pleasure. Survivors include two daughters, Malinda (Ryan) Young of…

Kathy Ann Olsen, 71, of Enon Valley passed away following a lengthy illness Sunday, October 13, 2024 at her residence surrounded by her loving family. Born October 4, 1953 in New Castle, she was the daughter of the late Merle Copper and Vera Mitchell Gotchen. She married Richard Olsen on October 25, 2001. Kathy graduated from Mohawk in 1971. Throughout her life she worked numerous jobs, but her most fulfilling was as a social worker at Cray Youth Services in New Castle. She served as a member of the former McKees Rocks Volunteer Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary. Survivors include her…

Donna G. Wright, 91, of Franklin Township passed away Friday, October 11, 2024 at Trinity Oaks Nursing Center following a four month illness. Born June 7, 1933 in Rochester, she was the daughter of the late Merrill and Laureme Darling Brenner. She married the late William Wright on December 3, 1954. He passed away on December 31, 2006. Donna graduated from Rochester High School. She was the former owner of Wright’s Country Fruit Market. A member of First Church of God, Donna was steadfast and had an unwavering faith in her savior Jesus Christ. Survivors include two Sons, Robert D….

Denis E. Graf Sr., 83, of Ellwood City passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 9, 2024 at his residence. Born January 27, 1941 in Pittsburgh, he was the son of the late Edward L. and Laura Mae Flaherty Graf. Denis worked at numerous mills in the area and also at Penn State University where he devoted 25 years of service until his retirement. He was a member of the teamsters and a lifetime member of ABATE. An avid outdoorsman, he enjoyed hunting, fishing, and most of all riding his motorcycle. Survivors include his wife of 64 years Carole Stephan Graf;…

Frederick L. Schry, 91, of Ellwood City passed away peacefully on October 9, 2024 at his home surrounded by his beloved family. He was born in Kittanning, PA on December 30, 1932. He was the son of L.A. and Mary O’Connor Schry. Fred graduated from Kittanning High School in 1951. He served in Korea for two years with the U.S. Army, attaining the rank of Corporal. He attended St. Vincent College graduating in 1957. During this time he met his future wife, Donna Bearer, who happened to be a sister of his friend. They were married in August of 1958….

Donald L. Kingston, Sr. passed away on October 6th, 2024, at the age of 79 from complications associated with AL Amyloidosis, contracted as a result of his exposure to Agent Orange toxins while serving in Vietnam. He was born in Ellwood City, PA on January 22nd, 1945, to Giles and Gertrude (née Stubbel) Kingston. Don was a devoted and loving husband, father, and grandfather and is survived by his wife of 54 years, Marianne (née Williams), brothers Dennis and David, sister Patricia, and his three sons and their immediate families, including Don and wife Beth of Arnold, MD; Kevin and…

Helen M. Guy, 91, of Wampum passed away Thursday, October 3, 2024 at her residence with her family by her side. Born August 25, 1933 in Wampum, she was the daughter of the late George H. and Mary Ryan Johnson. She was married to Lynn N. Guy for 64 years. They were together as a couple for almost 70 years when he passed away in 2016. Helen was a graduate of Wampum High School in 1951. She worked as a secretary at the St. Francis and Ellwood City Hospitals and was a devoted wife and mother. Helen was a member…

Norma Jean Carothers of Florence Kentucky, (formerly of Ellwood City) passed away on September 28, 2024 at the age of 86. She was the daughter of the late Gilbert and Mary Jane Bathgate Tritt. She was preceded in death by her husband Jerry Carothers of 56 years, her son Eric Carothers, and brother Gilbert Tritt. She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Brian and Karen Carothers of Walton, Kentucky, daughter-in-law, Heather Carothers of Grove City; sister Mary Jane LeRoy of Ellwood City, and her sister-in-law JoAnn Tritt of Katie TX. She is also survived by 5 grandchildren. Brian and…

Stanley Benham, 67, of Ellwood City passed away Tuesday, October 1, 2024, at his residence following a one-year illness. Born May 24, 1957, in Lake Placid, NY, he was the son of the late Stanley D Benham and Patricia DeLoria Benham. Stanley served as a volunteer EMS driver while living in Lake Placid. Locally, he worked at the Pottery Barn in Beaver Falls and provided transportation for the airport Marriott, the railroad, and children with special needs. Stanley had a passion for old cars and enjoyed going to car shows. He loved being outdoors, hiking, and playing Township on his…