Articles by Marshall Funeral Home

Imogene “Gene” Gallaher Stich, 88, formerly of New Sewickley Twp. and Ellwood City joined her late husband Clarence Stich in Heaven on May 1, 2023. Born August 19,1934 in Fombell, she was the daughter of the late J. Carl and Martha Gallaher. She was a graduate of Lincoln High School and Geneva College, where she studied elementary education. Most of her professional life was devoted to teaching, tutoring, and sharing her love of reading. Over the years, she was active in the PTA, Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts, Beaver Valley Vagabond Camping Club, and volunteering with her daughters as part of…

Jairus Edward Zerbe, 89 of Portersville, Perry Township, PA, formerly of Sinking Spring, PA passed away Monday, April 24, 2023 at the VA Community Care Center in Butler, PA. Jairus was born in Bowmansville PA on December 21, 1933 to the late John and Mary Irene (Lorah) Zerbe. Jairus married his high school sweetheart, the late Mary Ellen Wickel on January 1, 1953. A 1951 graduate of Wilson High School, he was a self-employed auctioneer for over 20 years and had previously worked at Rich Maid Kitchens for many years and Pagoda Candies. He enlisted with the United States Army,…

John M. Stubbs, 69, of Ellwood City passed away Sunday, April 23, 2023 at Avalon Place following a brief illness. Born June 10, 1953 in Kittanning, he was the son of the late John P. and Alice Chappell Stubbs. He was married to Loretta Anderson Stubbs. It would have been their 52-year anniversary this July. John had retired from the American Red Cross after working there for 30 years. He was active with the Koppel Volunteer Fire Department. An outdoorsman, he enjoyed fishing and hunting. Survivors include his wife Loretta; daughter, Rebecca Bailey of Scottdale, PA; son, Daniel Stubbs of…

Nancy Lee Spratley, 78, of Ellwood City went home to be with the Lord on Monday, April 17, 2023 surrounded by her loving family at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital. Born on February 28, 1945 in Rochester PA, she was the daughter of the late Raymond and Helen Joseph Hall. She was married to the love of her life Albert Daniel Spratley. Nancy was a hard worker and caregiver, working for the Blair Nursing Home for 21 years, and also in private home health care. She also worked for Airway Luggage, Alsy Lighting, and Leeds and Northrup. Some of the things that…

Shirley R. Kunselman, 91, of Shenango Township, went home to the Lord on Saturday, April 15, 2023 at Carriage Manor in New Castle. She was born on June 29, 1931 in New Bethlehem, PA, the daughter of the late Myron and Ethel Phoebe (Wohlbaugh) Crawford. She married the love of her life, Harry B. Kunselman on September 30, 1950. They were married for 51 years until his passing on February 17, 2002. Shirley was a member of the Independent Methodist Church in New Castle. She was an excellent baker and loved baking cookies and making fudge for family and friends…

Mary Ellen Pumphrey, 81, of New Castle went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, April 12, 2023. Born September 1, 1941 in Clearfield, PA, she was the daughter of the late Raymond LeRoy and Bessie Aretta Bish Young. She was married to Jackie L. Pumphrey for 53 years when he passed away in 2014. Mary attended the Maitland Lane Free Methodist Church. She enjoyed spending time with family and attending family outings. Some of her interests were listening to country and gospel music, doing crafts, and tending her flowers. Survivors include two sons, Jackie (Darlene) Pumphrey Jr. and…

Albert A. Leo, 83, of Ellport passed away Wednesday, April 12, 2023 at the Avalon Place following a brief illness. Born May 31, 1939 in New Brighton, he was the son of the late William and Antionette Locareno Leo. He was married to Eleanor M. “Tootie” Leo for 49 years when she passed away on January 15, 2011. Al was retired from the B&W in Koppel, where he worked as a millright-rigger. He was a member of the Divine Grace Parish (Holy Redeemer) in Ellwood City. He was a Captain of the Fire Police, a lifetime member of the Wurtemburg…

Augustine A. “Gus” Fornataro, 92, of Ellwood City passed away peacefully on Tuesday April 11, 2023 at his home, surrounded by family. Born on January 4, 1931 in New Castle, he was the son of the late Augustine V. and Lena Geramita Fornataro. Gus’ humble intelligence, generosity and kindness were evident to all: at work, in the community, but especially with his family. Gus was a graduate of New Castle High School, achieved a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from The University of Pittsburgh and did further graduate work at George Washington University. He was a registered professional engineer. Gus began…