Articles by Marshall Funeral Home

Russell L. Clyde, 76, of Ellwood City passed away Wednesday, January 5, 2022 at Good Samaritan Hospice House in Wexford surrounded by his loving family. Born October 23, 1945 in Ellwood City, he was the son of the late John O. and Winifred Peluso Clyde.  He was married to Susan Petrak Clyde. Russell was a self employed excavator and contractor.  He was a member of the Lillyville Church of God.  Russell enjoyed farming, sports, and spending time with his family. Survivors include his wife, Susan, of 56 years; two daughters, Beth (Tom) Palm and Teresa (Matt) Bishop, both of Ellwood City; six…

Helen June Bailey, 84, of Ellwood City passed away Wednesday, January 5, 2022 at Good Samaritan Hospice in Beaver following a lengthy illness. Born June 7, 1937 in New Brighton, she was the daughter of the late Charles and Mary Alice Barnes Wolfe. She was married to Donald E. Bailey Sr. when he passed on March 10, 2008. Helen was first employed by the Providence Hospital and then by the Beaver Valley Medical Center where she ended her 24 years of service as a nurses aide. She was a member of the Living Manna Family Church in Darlington. Helen loved…

Daniel J. “Shorty” Senchak, 74, of Wampum passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, January 4, 2022 at his residence. Born December 19, 1947 in New Castle, he was the son of the late Andrew and Carmella Arket Senchak. Shorty was formerly employed at the B&W where he worked as a bricklayer. He was a current member of the Croatian Club in West Pittsburg and the Polish White Eagles Club in Chewton. An outdoorsman, Shorty was an avid hunter and fisherman. He enjoyed riding his motorcycle and visiting casinos. Shorty was talented with his hands and could build or repair anything. Survivors…

Ernest F. Borroni, 84, of New Castle passed away Monday, January 3, 2022 at Quality Life Services in Grove City. Born June 9, 1937 in New Galilee, he was the son of the late Angelo and Margaret Colaizzi Borroni. Ernest was a retired steel worker who worked in the piercing mill. After his retirement, he was the beloved custodian at the Lawrence County Vo-Tech. He was a member of the LMBA of New Galilee. Survivors include his wife Dorothy Hall Borroni; daughter, Terri Arias; son, Ken Borroni; two granddaughters, Jamie Westbury and Mallory Mahoney and two great grandchildren Harper and…

Shirley Ann Baird, 72, of North Sewickley Township passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, January 1, 2022 at her residence. Born July 4, 1949 in Beaver Falls, she was the daughter of the late Richard and Mary Jane Reynolds Bush. She was married to Charlie Baird until his passing on November 28, 2015. Shirley first worked at her mothers restaurant “Janie’s Cafe”, then at the Ellwood City Knitting Mill for many years until they closed. She also cleaned many houses and offices. She never stopped working, and will be remembered by many for her kind gestures. She enjoyed coordinating bus trips…

David Richard Sokoloski, 86, of Beaver Falls went to see the Lord on Thursday, December 30, 2021 at Brighton Rehab & Wellness Center following an illness. Born May 31, 1935 in Ellwood City, he was the son of the late Albert “Red” and Mary Zak Sokoloski. David was a graduate of Lincoln High School. He served in the Army and was stationed in Panama. After his service in the Army, David worked until his retirement from the B&W. He was a current member of St. Monica Church in Chippewa. David was a member of the Pennsylvania and Beaver County Fruit…

Gary B. Guy, 79, of Ellwood City went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, December 25, 2021 at the Good Samaritan Hospice in Beaver. Born January 19, 1942 in Ellwood City, he was the son of the late Lewis B. and Ruth Davis Guy. He was married to Sylvia Carroll Guy for 55 years. Gary was the owner and operator of a Little Debbie Distributor. He graduated from Wampum High School in 1959 where he was a member of the 1958 State Championship Basketball Team. He was also a member of the Concord United Methodist Church and of…

Lois Marjorie Hayes, the daughter of the late Ellis and Evelyn Chambers Allen, passed away on December 21, 2021 surrounded by her family. Lois was a full-time homemaker. She is most known for her sense of humor and ability to make the most of any situation. Lois lived her life to the fullest. In her earlier years she liked to fish, was an avid bowler, enjoyed her summer vacations in Canada and liked listening to country music. She loved to buy scratch off tickets, play bingo, video games and ride her four-wheeler. Lois loved her family. She is survived by…

Debra L. Barber, 66, of West Pittsburg passed away Wednesday, December 15, 2021 at Avalon Place in New Castle. Born May 17, 1955 in Ellwood City, she was the daughter of William G. Barber and Mary K. (Grekon) Barber of Wampum. Debe graduated from Mohawk High School in 1973. She was affiliated with the Wampum Methodist Church. Everyone that knew Debe knew she enjoyed listening to music, watching the Steelers, and spending time with her friends and family, especially her pride and joy, Laynee Bug. In addition to her mother, Mary, survivors include a son, Josh (Tia) Bober of Ellwood…