Articles by Marshall Funeral Home

Carl Otis Dietrich, 68, of Butler passed away peacefully with his family by his side March 23, 2026, following a brief illness. He was born December 3, 1957 in Butler to Ralph and Cynthia Pierce Dietrich. Carl was a self-employed truckdriver. He is survived by his former wife, Mary Dietrich, son, Matthew, daughters Kitzie, Brandi and Darlene and special friend Laura Slaback. He is also survived by sisters Evelyn Oesterling, Vera Angles, Winifred Hiles, Rose Mainhart, Edna Mae Neff, and Kathleen Sherman. Brothers Howard Dietrich and Chester Dietrich and 13 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death…

Joseph A. Yhelka, 59, of Wayne Twp. passed away Friday, March 20, 2026, at his residence. Born July 13, 1966, in Ellwood City, he was the son of the late James Yhelka Sr. and Margaret “Peg” Duncan Cassucio of Ellwood City. Joe was a welder by trade and served as the caretaker of Rock Point Boat Club. An avid outdoorsman, he loved being in nature, the woods, and fishing. His most cherished moments were spent with his family especially his grandchildren. Survivors include his beloved wife of 29 years, Tonya Yhelka; mother, Peg; five sons, Kenneth (Alex) Shirley of Ellwood…

With heavy hearts we announce the passing of Georgianna Coppess, 77, of New Brighton who passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 19, 2026, at her residence. Born December 3, 1948, in Pittsburgh, she was the daughter of the late Herbert and Catherine Pancurak Senules. Georgianna graduated from Duquesne University and worked as a case worker in Beaver County for over 30 years. She loved bird watching and turtles. She also enjoyed baking, shopping, and going on adventures. Her most cherished moments were spending time and playing games with her three grandsons, whom she adored. Survivors include two sons, Kendall (Erika)…

James A. “JJ” Jones Jr., 49, of Bessemer passed away Wednesday, March 18, 2026, following a two-vehicle automobile accident. Born July 2, 1976, in Youngstown, OH, he was the son of the late James A. Jones Sr. and Linda Aeschbacher Mitchell of Butler. JJ was a graduate of Lawrence County Vo-Tech and worked as a diesel mechanic for McClymonds Trucking. He was a member of Victory Family Church New Castle Campus. He loved riding and racing quads and dirt bikes. He was a football fan who also enjoyed playing pool, watching movies, and sports on TV. Survivors include his mother,…

William J. “Bill” Lutz, 70, of Wampum passed away Thursday, March 12, 2026, at Covington Place East Palestine following a one-year illness. Born January 10, 1956, in New Castle, he was the son of the late William D. and Alberta J. Moore Lutz. He was married to Connie J. McKinney Lutz for 45 years when she passed away on March 3, 2021. Bill retired from Cemex in 2020 following an over 30-year career in maintenance. An avid outdoorsman, he enjoyed hunting, fishing, and long walks with his dog Tucker. His most cherished moments were spent with his family. Survivors include…

Mary K. Palinski, 85, of Fombell passed away Friday, March 6, 2026, at her residence. Born September 2, 1940, in Pittsburgh, she was the daughter of the late Thomas and Elizabeth Murphy. She was married to John E. “Buddy” Palinski for 57 years when he passed away on April 10, 2016. Mary retired from the Riverside High School Cafeteria. She was Catholic by faith. She enjoyed gardening, cooking, traveling, and going camping in Tionesta. Survivors include her daughter, Theresa (Jim) Calhoun of New Castle; two grandsons, Jonathon (Kaitlyn) Palinski of Butler and James Calhoun of Ellwood City; two granddaughters, Victoria…

Alene “Jean” Alleman, 92, formerly of Ellwood City passed away Friday, March 6, 2026 at the Franciscan Manor in Beaver Falls. Born February 18, 1934 in New Castle, she was the daughter of the late Clyde and Jemima Elizabeth Main Reed. She was married to Raymond Alleman on June 14, 1958. They were married for 50 years when he passed away January19, 2009. Jean graduated from Shenango High School and received her Nursing Degree from Jameson School of Nursing. Jean devoted her life to caring for her family. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church and attended…

Paul Douglas Eonta, 68, of Ellport passed away peacefully Thursday, March 5, 2026 at his residence. Born February 9, 1958 in New Castle, he was the son of the late Paul Eonta, who passed away March 6, 2004 and Mary Lou Koach Eonta of Ellport . He was married to the late Michelle Brewer Eonta. Doug graduated from Riverside High School in 1976. He enjoyed traveling, site-seeing and playing chess with his grandson. An outdoorsman, Doug enjoyed hunting, fishing and going to sportsman’s shows. His most cherished time was spent teaching life lessons with his pride and joy, his best…

Gerald Richard “JR” Horinka, 35, of Wayne Twp. passed away unexpectedly Friday, February 27, 2026. Born July 22, 1990 in Clarion, he was the son of Gerald L and Connie L. (Hazen) Horinka of Wayne Twp. He was married to Samantha (Krimm) Horinka. JR was a Sergeant at the SCI Mercer State Prison. He was a 10 year Veteran of the Army, having served in Afghanistan. He was affiliated with the Slippery Rock Presbyterian Church. Survivors include his parents, wife, Samantha, and two children, Emilia and Ronald Horinka. Private Funeral Services were held and interment followed at Slippery Rock Presbyterian…

Donna L Freed, 65, of North Sewickley Twp. Ellwood City passed away Saturday, February 28, 2026 at the Good Samaritan Hospice House in Wexford following an illness. Born February 10, 1961 in Beaver Falls, she was the daughter of the late Donald Walter and Lillian Kline Blinn. Donna worked for Patriots Home Health Care in Beaver Falls. She attended Riverside HIgh School. She enjoyed the outdoors, especially gardening. She also had fun playing Bingo and going to the casino. Survivors include her husband of 45 years, Robert L Freed Sr. two sons, Robert L. Freed Jr. of Ellwood City, Christofer…