Articles by Marshall Funeral Home

Antonia ”Toni” M. Moser, 76, of Ellwood City, passed away on Wednesday, July 28, 2021, at Quality Life Services in Grove City, PA. “Toni”, as she was affectionately called, was born on December 22, 1944, in Ellwood City, PA., to the late Anthony “Tim” and Margaret “Magie” Nicholson Casuccio. She graduated from Lincoln High School in 1962 with honors, and was a majorette for the school band, a skilled baton twirler. She was of Christian faith. Toni held various jobs throughout her life. During high school and into her young adult years, she modeled for Edmin’s Clothing in Ellwood City….

Robert J. Cosgrove, 57, of Enon Valley passed away unexpectedly on Friday, July 30, 2021. Born June 8, 1964 in New Castle, he was the “perfect” son of the late James and Arlene P. Reichert Cosgrove. Rob was a lifelong farmer. He was a current member of Bethel Church where he served on the Board of Trustees. He was affectionately known as the “Corn Fairy” because he delivered sweet corn to everyone. Rob was a kind man and his most cherished moments were spent with his family. Survivors include his wife of 27 years, Stacy Hawke Cosgrove; three daughters, Michelle…

Michael Domenic DeLisio, 64, of Albuquerque, New Mexico (formerly of Ellwood City) passed away Thursday, July 29, 2021. Born March 8, 1957 in Ellwood City, he was the son of the late Dominic and Dorothy Albert DeLisio. Mike graduated from Lincoln High School and then from the University of Pittsburgh with a degree in Political Science. He was a veteran of the US Army where he served as a 1st Lieutenant. Survivors include his son Matthew (Lesley) DeLisio of Pittsburgh; four sisters, Rose Marie (Joe) Farney, Antoinette (Ted) Householder, Carmelia (Bill) Fury, Dee (Larry) Anthony and two brothers, Tony (Carol)…

Irvin “Irv” H. Summers, 86, of Wampum, went home to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on Friday, July 30, 2021. He was born on Jan. 6, 1935 in Bessemer, Pennsylvania to the late Wilbur and Helen (Brown) Summers. He married his high school sweetheart, Dolores (Brodbeck) Summers on August 24, 1957. They were married for 63 years. He loved spending time with his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, supporting them in all of their extracurricular activities. In 1952, Irv graduated from Mt. Jackson High School and continued his education with a certification in electronics from DeVry University, Chicago,…

Mildred Sullivan, 93, of Ellwood City passed away Wednesday, July 28, 2021 at Northview Estates. Born June 21, 1928 in Zelienople, she was the daughter of the late Paul H. and Emma T. Fleckenstein Thiebaud. She was married to the late Al Sullivan whom she met when she was working at the Kaufman House. He passed on January 20, 2008. Millie graduated from Zelienople High School. Millie was a member of the Holy Redeemer Church, St. Agatha Christian Mother’s, Wayne Township Fire Auxiliary, and the New Castle Paws and Taws Square Dancing Club where they enjoyed square dancing. She was…

Doris Eloise Wehman, 95, of Ellwood City passed away Wednesday, July 28, 2021 at Edison Manor following an extended illness. Born April 16, 1926, she was the daughter of the late Herman M. Sr. and Ethel Williams Jones. She was married to Lawrence B. Wehman for 57 years when he passed on September 1, 2000. Doris was a member of the Slippery Rock Presbyterian Church. Survivors include daughter, Cynthia (Ronald) McClellan of Pittsburgh and her grandson, Connor Ross McClellan. The last of her family, Doris was preceded in death by her brother Herman Jones Jr. and two sisters, Corlila Strawhecker…

Clarence Boots Jr., 87, of North Beaver Twp. passed away Saturday, July 24, 2021 at Clen Moore Place in New Castle. Born June 21, 1934 in the Newport area of Wampum, he was the son of the late Clarence and Geraldine Cook Boots Sr. He was married to Shirley Wigley Boots for 58 years when she passed away June 17, 2011. Clarence was a third generation carpenter and contractor with 60 years of building custom homes for Boots Construction. He was an active member of the Westfield Presbyterian Church where he served as an Elder. Clarence served as a member…

Dawn Catherine Dittmer, 48, of Beaver Falls passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, July 20, 2021 at her residence. Born February 26, 1973 in Pittsburgh, she was the daughter of the late Arthur Diorio and Joy Gibson Diorio-Dixon of Ellwood City. Dawn was the owner and operator of the former Dusty Dawn’s Cleaning. She enjoyed trips to the ocean. She loved spending time with her family. Survivors include her mother Joy (James) Diorio-Dixon of Ellwood City; daughter, Danielle (Christopher) Healey of Butler; two sons, Hunter and Cameron Dittmer of Butler; granddaughter, Evelyn Healey; sister, Joy O’Rourke of Butler; and a brother,…