Articles by Marshall Funeral Home

Angelo “Ang” Aromatorio, 93, of Allen Court, Wampum, strong and loving father, grandfather, uncle, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 28, 2020 in a New Castle care center following a brief illness. Born April 28, 1927 in Wampum, he was the son of George and Jenny Aromatorio (Bennet). He was married to the late Lillian Aromatorio (Saad) on April 24, 1954 and was blessed with over 63 years of marriage. Hard work was a staple of his life. Ang started working at a paint factory while still in high school. His paycheck, being the oldest brother, went…

Ernest G. Reyna, 86, of Butler, formerly of Ellwood City, passed away Saturday, October 24, 2020 at Good Samaritan Hospice Cabot following a short illness. Born May 25, 1934 in Tucson, AZ, he was the son of the late Raymond and Mary Garcia Reyna. He was married to Adela Elizondo Perez Reyna. Ernest was a veteran of the US Army. He retired from Civil Service at the Davis Monthan Air Force Base in Colorado, where he worked as an airplane parts shipper. An avid outdoorsman, “Grumpy” enjoyed hunting and fishing. Survivors include his wife Adela at home, two sons, Ernest…

Elek James Brown, 5, of Franklin Township passed away  Saturday, October 17, 2020 unexpectedly of cardiac arrest at his residence. Born October 6, 2015 in Beaver, PA, he was the son of James A. and Shannon Kay Higgins Brown. Elek was a student at North Sewickley Church Pre-School. He loved numbers. He enjoyed Mario, painting, and leggos. Elek especially enjoyed time spent cooking with his mama. Survivors include grandparents, Cindy (Bud) Courson, Christi (Bob) Isabella, and Gary (Sandy) Brown; great-grandfather, Jim (Donna) Higgins; and numerous beloved aunts, uncles, and cousins. Visiting hours will be held on Wednesday October 21, 2020…

Delores Boydell, 88, of Ellwood City passed away peacefully on Friday, October 16, 2020 at UPMC – Jameson Hospital following a short illness. Born March 23, 1932 in Ellwood City, she was the daughter of the late Floyd Walter and Anita Delores (Ewing) Frishkorn.  She was married for more than 66 years to Donald Edward Boydell who died April 26, 2018. Delores graduated from Lincoln High School, class of 1950. After high school, she worked as a counter girl at Albert’s Drug store in Ellwood City, then moved across the street to begin a long career in banking, first with the…

Ronald Jack “The Mayor” Guy, 71, of Chewton passed away Thursday, October 15, 2020 at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital in Pittsburgh following a short illness. Born November 30, 1948 in Ellwood City, he was the son of the late Neil A. and Shirley J. Kissick Guy . He was married to Karole J. Abate Guy on September 15, 1973. Jack graduated from Lincoln High School in 1966. He was employed as a millwright at the B&W for 21 years. Following B&W, he was employed at Medusa, Testmark Industries in East Liverpool, and most recently at Lowe’s in New Castle. An accomplished…

Stephen R. Weir, 59, of North Sewickley Twp. formerly of Ellwood City passed away unexpectedly at his residence on Monday, October 12, 2020. Born February 11, 1961 in Ellwood City, he was the son of the late Willard and Shirley (Kolitz) Weir. Steve retired from the US Postal Service in 2013. He worked as a carrier and then in area maintenance departments. Steve graduated from Lincoln High School in 1979. Following graduation, he served in the Air Force for 4 years then served with the New Castle National Guard for many years. Steve was proud to be an “Ellwoodian” where…

Ina M. Strealy, 84, of Ellwood City passed away Saturday, October 10, 2020 at the Blair Personal Care Home. Although in ill health, death was unexpected. Born August 2, 1936 in Youngstown, Ohio, she was the daughter of the late William and Pauline (Guy) Lambright. Ina was affiliated with the Chewton Christian Church. She loved doing crafts, sewing, and quilting. She was a faithful and dedicated Pirate fan. Ina’s love for the Lord our Savior showed in all she did and said. Ina’s love for her children and grandchildren was immeasurable! She cherished each and every one of them. She…

Mary Lou Krosovic, 86, of Ellwood City (formerly of Wampum) passed away Thursday, October 8, 2020 at the Haven Nursing Home in New Castle. Born November 21, 1933 in New Brighton, she was the daughter of the late Charles and Tilda Petti Santelli. She was married to Robert A. Krosovic who passed away in 2001. Mary Lou was a graduate of Wampum High School. She retired from Geneva College in 1994 following 24 years as a secretary. She was a member of the former St. Monica’s and current member of Holy Redeemer Church in Ellwood City. Mary Lou was a…

Janice H. Wawrzynski, 54, of Ellwood City passed away unexpectedly Monday, October 5, 2020 at her residence. Born August 4, 1966 in Rochester, she was the daughter of Albert Spratley of Ellport and Nancy Hall Spratley of Ellwood. She was formerly married to Michael Wawrzynski of Ellwood. Janice attended Lincoln High School. She formerly worked at the Kimmels Bakery in Ellwood and was also a caregiver for a period of time. She belonged to the Full Gospel Assembly Church in Beaver Falls. Janice enjoyed puzzle books, coloring, reading her bible, and times spent with her family. Survivors besides her parents…