Articles by Marshall Funeral Home

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…

Raymond H. Wilson, 88, of Ellwood City (PerryTwp.) passed away Sunday, September 19, 2021 at his residence following a brief illness. Born October 2, 1932 in Mars, PA, he was the son of the late Henry and Nina (Gongaware) Wilson . He was preceded in death by his wife, Barbara Pascoe Wilson, a son, William Wilson, and a grandson, Ryan Wilson. Ray worked at Matthews Conveyer for 20 years. He then worked and retired after 28 years from Lindy Paving. Ray loved being outdoors. He enjoyed fishing and hunting, especially deer hunting. He treasured times spent at his camp in…

Kevin J. Peters, 63, of New Beaver Borough passed away Sunday, September 19, 2021 at UPMC – Jameson Hospital following a brief courageous battle with cancer. Born June 30, 1958 in Ellwood City, he was the son of the late Raymond M. and Lucetta Remler Peters. He was married to Tina M. Barnes Peters. Kevin was a graduate of Riverside High School. He was an active member of the New Beaver Fire Department for 30 years and served as their Fire Chief for 20. He was formerly employed at Townsend Textron and Mom’s Pies. He was currently the owner and…

Edward W. Nicol, 72, of Little Beaver Township passed away Sunday, September 12, 2021 unexpectedly at his residence. Born October 22, 1948 in New Brighton, he was the son of the late Douglas and Dorothy Baughman Nicol. He was married to the late Rita Jo Chuey Nicol for 41 years when she passed on May 1, 2015. He was a graduate of Beaver High School. Ed was a veteran of the Army, where he served during Vietnam. Ed was a lifelong farmer and was retired from Nova Chemical, where he worked in Logistics. He was involved with many cattle associations…