Articles by Marshall Funeral Home

Russell B. Malcolm, 39, of North Beaver Twp. passed away unexpectedly on Monday, July 29, 2019. Born October 22, 1979 in Ellwood City, he was the son of Russell J. Malcolm with whom he resided and the late Barbara Jean Moore Malcolm. Russell formerly worked at Doren Inc in Wampum and Steelite International in New Castle. He was currently employed at McKesson Pharmaceuticals. Russell was an avid outdoorsman. He enjoyed hunting and fishing. He was also an avid Steeler Fan. In addition to his father, survivors include a daughter, Allysia Tommelleo; three sisters, Christina (Jeffrey) Norris of Ellwood City, Jennifer…

Theresa H. Jones, 85, of North Sewickley Twp. went home to be with the Lord on Monday, July 29, 2019 at the Avalon Nursing Center in New Castle, PA. She was born November 6, 1933 in Beaver Falls, PA. Theresa was a Title Abstractor for over 50 years at the Beaver County Courthouse. She was a member of the Lifeway Christian Fellowship Church in Beaver Falls, PA. Survivors include a son, Gary (Jessie) Jones of Monaca, PA and two daughters, Crystal (Michael) Pinnix of Monmouth Junction, NJ, and Candace Grymes (Richard) of Beaver Falls, PA. Seven grandchildren including Brooke, Courtney,…

Carol Marie (Brinker) Bofinger, 81, of North Sewickley Twp. passed away on Saturday, July 27, 2019 at Good Samaritan Hospice, Heritage Valley following a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. Carol was born on July 8, 1938 in Brookville, PA, daughter of the late William and MaryBelle (Geist) Brinker. She graduated from Brookville Are High School in 1956. Upon graduation, Carol was employed at the FBI for two years. She was later employed with Sylvania Electric in Brookville. She then worked as the office manager for Joseph’s Builders in Beaver for over 20 years. Carol was a faithful member of Concord…

Gladys Jean Thompson, 88, of Wampum passed away Saturday, July 27, 2019 at the Good Samaritan Hospice in Beaver. A lifelong Wampum resident, Jean was born February 27, 1931 to the late Lester Clare “Happy” and Florence A. (Shearer) McQuiston. She was married to William E. Thompson who died September 19, 2009. Jean graduated from Wampum HIgh School in 1949. She retired from Medusa Cement Company in 1990 following over 32 years in the payroll/insurance department. She was a member of the Clinton United Methodist Church and attended the Wampum Presbyterian Church. For many years, Jean was a devoted Girl…

Charles R. Gardner, 77, of Wayne Twp., Ellwood City passed away Monday, July 15, 2019 at his residence following a brief illness. Born September 30, 1941 in Ellwood City, he was the son of the late Harry and Frances (Stevenson) Gardner. Charles retired from Value Structures in Ellwood City. He was a member of the Berean Presbyterian Church. In his earlier years, Charles went to Kansas to become a herdsman. He participated with the 4H Club for over 25 years. He enjoyed showing cattle at the fairs and working with his twin brother on his farm. He is survived by…

Ruth Ann Voland, 72, of Neshannock Twp. passed away Friday, July 12, 2019 at Heritage Valley – Beaver Hospital following a short illness. Born August 17, 1946 in Beaver Falls, she was the daughter of the late Phillip and Anna B. (Mielke) Zokvic. Ruth retired from Mohawk School District after 37 years teaching Math and Computer Science. She graduated from Mohawk High School, Slippery Rock University where she received her Bachelors Degree, and the University of Pittsburgh where she received her Masters in Computer Science. Following her retirement, Ruth did tax preparation for H & R Block. She enjoyed Tai…

George J. Durbin, 87, formerly of Wurtemburg Heights passed away Monday, July 8, 2019 at Jameson Hospital in New Castle. Born August 23, 1931 in Ellwood City, he was the son of the late Norman and Joyce Durbin. He was married to Cora Ruth Burns Durbin for 49 years when she passed away May 3, 2006 . Bud retired in 1985 from the Aetna Standard. He was a member of the Wurtemburg Presbyterian Church and Life member of the Wurtemburg Perry Volunteer Fire Department. Bud served in the Marines during the Korean War and was a member of the American…

Linda Larue Szalankiewicz, 70, of Center Church Rd., New Castle passed away Saturday, July 6, 2019 at her residence following a courageous three year battle with cancer. Born September 29, 1948 in Wilkinsburg, PA, she was the daughter of the late Harold and Larue (Johnston) Moenich . She was married to Edward J. Szalankiewicz, who survives, for 45 years as they were married May 5, 1974. A graduate of Wilkinsburg High School, Linda retired from the AFLCIO Local 590 following 20 years as the secretary. She then worked part time at the Last Minut Mart as a bookkeeper for a…