Articles by Marshall Funeral Home

Shirley A. Gisondi, 87, of Ellwood City, passed away on Sunday, November 7, 2021 at Rochester Manor Nursing Home in Rochester. Born February 11, 1934 in Big Beaver Borough, she was the daughter of the late Robert E. (Nick) Straley and Josephine Lechner Straley. Shirley graduated from Lincoln High School class of 1951. She was also runner up in the Mrs. Body Beautiful pageant of which her sister placed first. After raising her children she went back to school and graduated with a nursing degree in 1978 which was her life-long dream. She would only work in nursing homes where…

At approximately 6:30 am, Thursday morning November 4, 2021, at UPMC Passavant Hospital, Giorgina’s Guardian Angel swept away her spirit and soul into heaven to be reunited into the loving bosom of her family members, who preceded her in death; Mother Violet Tomeo, Father Anthony Tomeo and younger Brother Carmine Tomeo. She was married to her husband Louis for almost 50 years, and they resided in Ellwood City. Giorgina was born on February 3, 1948 in Ellwood City and at the time of her death was 73 years old. She touched the lives of many people with her generosity, kindness…

Freda Morrow Newton, 92, of Ellwood City entered her heavenly rest and joined the Lord in song on Friday, November 5, 2021 at UPMC Mercy Hospital after a brief illness. Born October 27, 1929 in Ellwood City, she was the daughter of the late Raymond and Violet Harper Morrow. She was married to Frank L. Newton who passed on March 15, 2010 Freda was employed by the Ellwood City Knitting Mill and then the Ledger before she became an LPN. She was a former member of the Knox Church and currently attended Christ Presbyterian Church. She was a member of…

Grace Elizabeth McGeorge fully embodied the meaning of her name, an undeserved gift. She was a blessing to everyone that knew her. Grace went home to be with Jesus on Sunday, October 31, 2021 at age 89 following a short illness. Born on January 31, 1932 in New Castle, she was the daughter of the late C. Marvin and Clara Herb McGeorge. As a child, Grace worked hard on her family farm, participated in many sports, and took secretarial courses in high school. Grace was well known for her athleticism, witty humor, and her generosity. Grace was a hard worker…

Freda L. Hudspath, 101, of Ellwood City passed away Thursday, October 21, 2021 at Concordia of Cranberry. Born June 29, 1920 in New Castle, she was the daughter of the late Harvey and Mary (McConnell) Spiker. She was married to Jacob A. Hudspath on October 15, 1954. Freda was a graduate of New Castle High School. She was a member of the Ellport Community Church. Survivors include daughter, Joyce (Joe) Smida of Ellwood City; son, Duane Hudspath of Winchester, VA; two granddaughters, Morgan Smida and Megan Smida both of Ellwood City; sister, Genevive Lydic of Indiana, PA. Freda was preceded…

Patricia R. Libert, 68, of Ellwood City passed away Saturday, October 16, 2021 at Allegheny General Hospital following a 6 month illness. Born December 7,1952 in Grove City, she was the daughter of the late Samuel and Patricia Ann Young McAnallen. Patricia enjoyed playing bingo and going to the casino. She cherished time spent with her grandchildren. Survivors include her companion Mickey Bell; daughter, Lisa Armstrong; son, David Libert Jr.; two granddaughters, Kayla and Ashley Murin; step daughter, Debra Bell; step son, Michael Bell all of Ellwood City; step grandson, Glenn Armstrong of Wampum; step granddaughter, Morgan Cwiakala of New…

Wilbert B. “Dubby” Cunning, 74, of New Galilee passed away Saturday, October 9, 2021 at UPMC Passavant – McCandless Twp. following a short illness. Dubby was born on August 10, 1947 in Beaver Falls, to Wilbert F. and Lillian Moore Cunning. He served in the United States Navy, touring in Vietnam. He was retired from CSX Railroad. He also worked at Ferrante Upholstering in Wampum and was a bartender at various locations around the area for many years. Dubby was a member of the VFW in New Galilee where he served as a former Commander and Chaplain. Survivors include his…

Sally J. Jones, 82, of Wampum passed away peacefully with family by her side Thursday, September 30, 2021 at UPMC – Jameson Hospital. Born April 20, 1939 in Newton, MA, she was the daughter of the late Curtis K. and Lila M. Pascoe Porter. Sally is survived by her husband of 63 years, William H. “Bill” Jones. Together they raised five children. All survive. Three daughters, Sherry (Kevin) Patton, Susan Nemes, Sheila (Robert) Newton; two sons, William H. (Maribeth) Jones Jr. and Eric J. (Toni) Jones. She was also blessed with 14 grandchildren and six great grandchildren. Sally was a…

Waide C. Kennedy, 93, of Ellwood City passed away Thursday, September 30, 2021 at Haven Nursing Home following an extended illness. Born December 23, 1927 in Slippery Rock Township, he was the son of the late Alfred and Lyda Hogue Kennedy . He was married to Roberta Brown Kennedy in May 1951. She passed away on January 12, 1996. Waide was a Veteran of the US Army where he served with the 11th Airborne during WWII. He retired in 1971 from Mathews Conveyor after 21 years as a fitter. Waide was a longtime and current member of the Castlewood Alliance…

Harold L. Cole, 93, Ellwood City passed away Thursday, September 23, 2021 at UPMC – Jameson Hospital following a three month illness. Born January 27, 1928 in Ellwood City, he was the son of the late John H. and Mary Elizabeth Ward Cole. He was married to Joann M. Spielvogel Cole whom he married on September 10, 1955 by the Rev. Ralph I. McConnell. Harold graduated from Lincoln High School in 1947. He served in Okinawa during the Korean Conflict from 1950-1952 as a Corporal in the US Army. After his time in the military, Harold worked as a painter…