Articles by Marshall Funeral Home

Kimberly Susan Yoho, 57, of Columbiana, OH, passed away unexpectedly on September 24, 2022. Kim was born on May 16, 1965, to Frank N. Yoho, Jr. and Mable Minteer in New Brighton, PA. Kim was a 1983 graduate of Lincoln High School. She pursued a career in nursing and graduated from St. Francis Hospital School of Nursing, received her Bachelor of Science degree from Penn State University, and finally completed her education with her Master of Science in Health Sciences with a specialization in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) from LaRoche University. She was most recently employed at St. Joseph’s…

Marjorie A. Ross, 83, (formerly of West Pittsburg) passed away Saturday, September 24, 2022 at Avalon Place. Born January 11, 1939 in New Castle, she was the daughter of the late John Clifford and Anna Gierling Booher. Marjorie attended YSU, where she received her Bachelor’s and Master’s Degrees. She was a Home-Ec Teacher at Shenango High School for 11 years and finished her career at Lark Enterprises as a Counselor, retiring after 25 years. She was a former member of Savannah United Methodist Church and of the 4H, which she enjoyed. Marjorie was a longtime accomplished seamstress, an avid Steeler…

Louella was born in Little Beaver Twp, PA on January 22, 1941, to Dorothy and Clarence Andrews Sr. She passed peacefully to her heavenly life on September 20, 2022. She married Robert Forrest Allen Stevenson on September 9, 1961 and was a true veteran’s wife. They were inseparable and shared their love of the Lord until his unexpected death in 2004. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, their infant daughter, Donna and their grandson, Anthony. Siblings that preceded her in death were brothers, Donnie, Clarence Jr. “Shorty”, Lester, Robert “Bobby” Andrews and her sister Dorothy “Dolly”…

Holly Jane DiFrischia, 37, of New Castle passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, September 15, 2022 at the Jameson Hospital. Born August 28, 1985 in New Castle, she was the daughter of George Stevenish and the late Patricia Riggans Stevenish. She was married to Brad W. DiFrischia. Holly enjoyed collecting dolphins. Her children were her world and she cherished time spent with them. Survivors include her husband Brad; father George; step father, Ken Hutchinson; two daughters, Natalie, and Kiersten and her son, Benjamin DiFrischia all of New Castle, and her six siblings. She was preceded in death by her mother Patricia….

Patricia Anne Izzo Dombeck “Trish,” 53, of Ellwood City passed unexpectedly on September 13, 2022 at Jameson Hospital in New Castle, PA. Patricia was born on July 16, 1969 to the late Betty Lou Izzo and the late Patsy Natale Izzo. Patricia graduated from Lincoln High School in 1987 and she later continued her education to working in phlebotomy at Ellwood City Hospital, and Sharon Regional Hospital. Patricia in her spare time most enjoyed playing softball, playing guitar, playing cards and dice, DJing on the weekends, baking and cooking, loved feeding and caring for all animals especially her cats, spending…

Annie M. Boyer, 89, of Wampum passed away Thursday, September 8, 2022 at her residence. Born August 25, 1933 in Volant, she was the daughter of the late James E. and Thelma P. Douglas McConahy. She was married to Glen Ray Boyer on July 3, 1952. Annie had graduated from the Eastbrook High School. She attended all of the Wampum Area Churches. Annie loved baking and held many bake sales and donated all the proceeds to help others. She loved her family and friends, and never met a stranger. She was known for her beautiful red hair, her homemade pepperoni…

Heather Marie Hairhoger, 38, of Smithfield PA, (formerly of Enon Valley) passed away unexpectedly on Monday, September 5, 2022 at her residence. Born December 6, 1983 in Beaver, she was the daughter of Charles L. Sr. and Ellen Lokar Hairhoger. Heather graduated High School in 2003. She worked as a caregiver for ARC in Fayette County. Survivors include her father Charles L. (fiancee Linda Fleischmann) Hairhoger Jr.; son, Everett Jacob Lee Weller of Smithfield; sister, Lauralee (Scott) Carrocci of Williamsport and brother, Charles (Nicki Lastoria) Hairhoger Jr. of Wampum. She was preceded in death by her grandparents. Visiting hours will…

Steven “Stevie” H. Grinnen, 50, earned his heavenly wings on August 29, 2022, at his home, surrounded by his loved ones, following a short illness in which he showed courage, bravery, and confidence. Stevie was born on May 13, 1972 to Stephen Grinnen and Sandra Guy Dombeck in West Palm Beach Florida. He was a 1991 graduate of Mohawk High School. He worked with his father at the family owned business, Valleyview Campground, which he enjoyed tremendously. He also worked as a rental and mine tour guide for Mines and Meadows. Stevie lived life to the fullest through simple pleasures,…

Barbara Z. DePietro, 68, of Shenango Township passed away Sunday, August 28, 2022 at her residence following a year long courageous battle with cancer. Born August 17, 1954 in New Castle, she was the daughter of the late Ted and Shirley Fortney Zak. She was married to Mark F. DePietro Sr. when he passed on October 23, 2020. Barbara graduated from Lawrence County Vo Tech in 1972 and then from the St. Francis Nursing School. After graduation, Barb worked as an RN at the Haven Convalescent Home for 41 years until her retirement. She enjoyed embroidering and cooking. She was…