Articles by Marshall Funeral Home

Vera L. Minto, 86, of New Castle passed away Wednesday, November 11, 2020 at her residence surrounded by family. Born March 27, 1934 in Ellwood City, she was the daughter of the late George and Bella Weir Clark. She was actively involved with her church. She especially loved to cook. Vera was always there to lend a hand for anyone in need. Her most cherished time was spent with her family. Survivors include son, Martin (Renee) Minto of Galivants Ferry, SC; daughter, Sharon Nazarian of New Castle; brother, Tom Clark of OK; 6 grandchildren Matthew, Michael, Mitchell, Daniel Minto, Michelle…

Larry Howard Barge 72 of Wellston, Ohio, passed away Wednesday, November 4, 2020 at the Southern Ohio Medical Center in Portsmouth, Ohio following complications during a surgical procedure. Larry was born to the late Howard L. Barge and the late Lilian Marks, and raised by his father and stepmother the late Rose Mary Barge of Ellwood City. Larry served a six-year tour of duty with the US Navy sixth fleet where he was a Corpsman aboard the USS Waccamaw. Waccamaw was a replenishment oiler. He also served on the USS Independence. Larry was a 1966 graduate of Riverside High School….

Bud Courson, 73, of Wayne Twp. Ellwood City passed away unexpectedly Thursday, November 5, 2020 at UPMC Passavant Hospital. Born November 15, 1946 in Ellwood City, he was the son of the late Fred and Leona Thompson Courson. He was married to Cindy Hoyman Courson for 24 years, she survives. Bud was a 1964 graduate of Riverside High School. He spent 30 years in the Air Force National Guard in Pittsburgh retiring as a Master Sergeant. With his family, Bud owned and operated the Oak Grove Inn for 25 years. Bud loved to travel and to ride his Harley. He…

Mary Micacchione, 98, of West Pittsburg passed away Wednesday, November 4, 2020 at Avalon Place in New Castle. Born June 6, 1922 in Wampum, she was the daughter of the late Hugo and Elizabeth DeLeonardis Ciro. She was married to George Micacchione on June 6, 1945. He passed on January 4, 2002. Mary was a member of Holy Spirit Parish in New Castle. She was a graduate of Wampum High School in 1940. She retired as a clerk from G.C. Murphy’s. Mary enjoyed crafts and spending time with her family. Survivors include son, George (Marilee) Micacchione of New Castle; two…

Mark Kevin Crofton, 66, of Koppel passed away Wednesday, November 4, 2020 at Heritage Valley – Beaver. Born September 30, 1954 in Akron, Ohio, he was the son of the late Joseph and Rella Stiles Crofton. Survivors include brother, Paul (Donna) Crofton; sister Karen McCoy, three nieces, Jessica Crofton of Ellicott City, MD, Sarabeth McCoy of Sewickley; Paige Osier of Pittsburgh; and one nephew, Connor McCoy of Sewickley. He was preceded in death by his brother Andrew Crofton. Mark was the sole owner of Crofton Painting for the past 30 plus years. Mark was an avid hunter; he never missed…

Veva B. McConnell, 90, of North Beaver Township passed away Monday, November 2, 2020 at Edison Manor Nursing Home. Born February 15, 1930 in Butler, she was the daughter of the late Edward and Hazel Youkers Herold . She was married to Frank Thomas McConnell for 37 years. He passed on March 3,1986. Veva was a member of the Moravia Presbyterian Church. She enjoyed reading and crossword puzzles. Her family was her life. Survivors include three sons, Thomas Edward (Cindy), Frank David (Kathy) McConnell both of New Castle, and Charles Robert McConnell of North Beaver; five grandchildren and 10 great…

Eleanor Louise Gwin, 93, of Bessemer passed away Sunday, November 1, 2020 at Avalon Place in New Castle. Born September 6, 1927 in Enon Valley, she was the daughter of the late Charles H. and Bessie Robinson Raney. She was married to Howard A. Gwin for 48 years. He passed away on April 12, 2001. Eleanor was a graduate of the Jameson School of Nursing. She retired from the Jameson Memorial Hospital, where she worked many years as a Registered Nurse. She was a licensed pilot and flew single engine aircrafts. Eleanor enjoyed spending time mowing her grass. She was…

Charlotte Louise Wilson, 83, of Wayne Twp. passed away Friday, October 30, 2020 at UPMC – Jameson Hospital following a brief illness. Born June 18, 1937 in Ellwood City, she was the daughter of the late Chalmers and Ida (Weisz) Hazen. She was married to William “Bill” J. Wilson who died July 7, 1992. Charlotte worked for many years as a Practical Nurse at St. Francis Hospital in New Castle. She then worked at Fashion Bug in Franklin Twp. Charlotte attended the Park Alliance Church. She enjoyed quilting and cooking. Her most cherished time was spent with family. Survivors include…

Charlotte Birtalan, 88, of Ellwood City passed away Wednesday, October 28, 2020 at the Jameson Memorial Hospital. Born June 17, 1932 in Pittsburgh, PA, she was the daughter of the late William S. and Emma R. Roth Kaldy. She was married to Benedict “Ben” Birtalan for 57 years until his death, September 29, 2009. Charlotte was a graduate of Lincoln High School. She formerly worked at Matthews Conveyor as a typist and at JC Penny’s. She later went on to work at the Grove City Bus Lines. Charlotte was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Ellwood City. A past…

Timothy W. Coulter, 66, of North Beaver Township passed away unexpectedly Wednesday, October 28, 2020 at UPMC Shadyside Hospital following a 10 day illness. Born January 26, 1954 in New Castle, he was the son of Clifford and Rosemary Mendt Coulter. He was married to Carol A. Midzie Coulter for 45 years. Tim was a former auto mechanic at E.J. Williams. He retired in 2019 from Superior Forge. He enjoyed auto racing and riding four wheelers. Tim was always willing to drop whatever he was doing to help family and friends who needed him. Survivors include his wife Carol at…