Articles by Marshall Funeral Home

Richard P. “Dick” Borst, 78, of Chewton passed away Wednesday, January 22, 2020 at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital following a brief illness. Born November 27, 1941 in Pittsburgh, he was the son of the late Gale and Cecelia Hasslinger Borst. Dick retired in 2003 from Cemex where he worked in the Maintenance Dept. He was a Veteran of the Air Force. He enjoyed antique cars, going to car shows, and riding motorcycles. He cherished time spent with family especially his grandchildren. Survivors include his wife of 30 years, Judy K. Shouse Borst; three daughters, Michelle Borst of New Castle, Trisha Borst-Martino…

Linda L. McLaughlin, 75, of Portersville passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, January 14, 2020 following a short illness. Born December 7, 1944 in Ellwood City, she was the daughter of the late Leland and Anna (Stoops) Brown. Linda graduated from Riverside High School with the Class of 1963. She worked as a waitress for many years at many different restaurants most recently at McDonald’s on 422. Linda was a member of the Hungarian Home in Ellwood City. She cherished time spent with family, especially her grandsons. Survivors include two children, Robert R. McLaughlin Jr. and Brandie (Rick) Means,…

Olga A. Jenkins, 82, of New Galilee passed away Monday, January 13, 2020 at Avalon Place in New Castle following an extended illness. Born May 27, 1937 in New Galilee, she was the daughter of the late Louis and Giovanna (Borroni) Franchi. Olga formerly worked at Mayer China and Uslenghi Candies in New Galilee. She was a member of the Galilean Presbyterian Church and their fellowship committee. She was also a member of the LMBA in New Galilee and the New Galilee Fire Department Auxiliary. Olga enjoyed cooking and baking. She cherished time spent with her grandson. Survivors include her…

Elizabeth M. Petro, 98, formerly of Wampum passed away Sunday, January 12, 2020 at Northview Estates following an extended illness. Born April 29, 1921 in New Castle, she was the daughter of the late John A. and Camille Peltier Aniceti. She was married to the late William Petro. She was also preceded in death by a sister, Gina J. Ferrucci and two brothers, Andrew and Alfred Aniceti. Elizabeth was a member and sang in the choir at the former St. Monica Church in Wampum. She currently is a member of Holy Redeemer Church and their Christian Mothers. Survivors include a…

Melvin L. Moser, 83, of Portersville passed away Sunday, January 12, 2020 at Allegheny General Hospital following a two week illness. Born August 21, 1936 in Ellwood City, he was the son of the late Michael and Leila (Smith) Moser. Melvin formerly owned and operated Moser Logging and also worked as a heavy equipment operator. He was a member of the Wurtemburg Presbyterian Church. Melvin served in the Army during the Korean War. He was a member of the Zelienople American Legion and the Ellwood City Hungarian Home. Survivors include his wife of 64 years, Diane L. (Bridge) Moser; two…

C Pat McCready Sr., 96, of New Beaver Boro passed away Sunday, December 29, 2019 at the Golden Hill Nursing and Rehab Center following a short illness. Born April 18, 1923 in New Galilee, he was the son of the late John S. and Sarah J (Reed) McCready . He was married for 68 years to Aline M. (McFarland) McCready who preceded him in death on August 27, 2014. He was also preceded in death by two sisters, Irene Doutt and Virginia Bright; one brother, John S. McCready Sr.; and a granddaughter, Suzanne McCready. Pat was a lifelong dairy farmer….

Jill (Thellman) Romanoski, 67, of Koppel passed away Saturday, December 21, 2019 at the Beaver Valley Nursing and Rehab Center following a long courageous battle with cancer. Her husband of 40 years, Darl L. Romanoski preceded her in death 9 years ago to the day as he died December 21, 2010. Born November 7, 1952 in Beaver Falls, she was the daughter of the late Daniel and Rebecca (Huffman) Thellman. Jill graduated from Lincoln High School and was a member of the Koppel United Methodist Church. She enjoyed hosting Steeler parties. Jill remembered special dates of all her friends and…

Judith Vogel Protain, 71, of New Castle passed away Thursday, December 19, 2019 at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital following an illness. Born June 17, 1948 in Rochester, PA, she was the daughter of the late Reno and Marion (Murphy) Frati. She was married to Donald L. Vogel Sr. who died in 2013 and currently Howard E. Protain who survives. Judy retired from the Grove of New Castle where she was a nurses aide. She enjoyed crocheting and spending time with her family especially her grandchildren. In addition to her husband, survivors include two daughters, Kimberly (Terry Sr.) Craig of Ellwood City,…

Nancy Ann (Carl) Brady, 76, of Fombell passed away Thursday December 12, 2019 at the Passavant Retirement Community. She was born March 9, 1943 in Detroit, Michigan, the daughter of the late LaVern E. and Betty (Johnson) Carl. Active in her high school, Nancy played the French horn, marched as a majorette and volunteered time to assist in the care of special needs children. After high school she earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education at Henry Ford Community College and the University of Michigan, Dearborn Campus. Her first teaching assignment was a second grade class. Versed in Michigan history,…