Articles by Marshall Funeral Home

Ralph R. Evans, 82, of North Sewickley Twp., Ellwood City passed away Friday, April 24, 2020 at his residence. Born September 23, 1937 in Ellwood City, he was the son of the late Raymond Ross and Florence Mae (Wemer) Evans. He was married to Frances (Murphy) Evans for 57 years when she passed away May 10, 2019. Ralph was an excellent mechanic and operated a motorcycle repair shop at his home in the 70-80’s. He enjoyed raising cows and goats. Ralph enjoyed going to auctions especially at the Butler Auto Auction and Rogers Equipment Auction. Survivors include two sons, Raymond…

Jim Thompson, wonderful husband, father, and Pap-Pap died unexpectedly Saturday, 4-25-2020 at his residence. Jim was born October 22, 1945 in New Brighton, PA. He was the only child of Bob and Jane (Wycoff) Thompson, but he grew up with close cousins, Jack, Judy, and Jill who filled his childhood with laughter. Jim met the love of his life, Paige Porter, when they were in Junior High. Paige and Jim married while he was attending Slippery Rock as an education major. Jim would tell you that he took his bride to Europe for a year, compliments of the U.S. Army….

Jean G. Bush, 77 of Ellwood City, passed away April 23, 2020 at her home following a courageous battle with Parkinson’s disease. Born June 10, 1942 in Ellwood City, she was the daughter to the late Roy and Janice (Graham) Bash. Jean graduated from Lincoln High School. Following graduation she worked at the knitting mill before raising her family. Jean enjoyed keeping in touch with friends and neighbors, sending cards for special occasions and spending time with her granddaughter. Jean was a beautiful light who touched so many lives. She loved life and helping people in anyway possible. Survivors include…

Roma Jean Wallace, 85, of Koppel passed away unexpectedly on Monday, April 13, 2020 at Heritage Valley – Beaver Hospital. Born and raised in Castlewood, Jean was the daughter of the late Earl and Sara (Johns) Overbeck. Jean worked at HIll View Manor for 25 years in the dietary department. She enjoyed cooking. Jean cherished time spent with family, especially her grandchildren, who were her everything. Survivors include a daughter, Debbie (Charles) Kahne of Ellport; two sons, Sam (Valerie Valentino) Wallace of Ellport, Earl (Patty) Wallace of New Castle; three grandchildren, Shannon (Jeanine Mazak) Kahne, Ashley (Mike) McAnallen, Ronnielee Schaffer;…

Carolyn “Curly” (Main) Smith, 91, formally of Wurtemburg passed away Easter Sunday, April 12, 2020 at Providence Care Center surrounded by her family. Carolyn was born April 16, 1928 to the late Carl and Lena (Burr) Main. She was married on August 21,1947 to Edwin J. Smith, who preceded her in death on October 14, 2001. She is survived by her daughter Colleen Sicard (Naples, FL) and sons John (Lee Ann) Smith (Beaver Falls) and Rod (Karen) Smith (Ellwood City); her six grandchildren Devin (Andrew) King, Josh (Ally) Sicard, Tyson (Casey) Smith, Chad (Liz) Smith, Adam (Kara Fenechi) Smith, and…

Betty Jane Kirkwood, 95, formerly of Wampum passed away Friday, April 10, 2020 at the Covington Nursing and Rehab Center in East Palestine, Ohio. Born June 1, 1924 in Plain Grove, Lawrence County, she was the daughter of the late Bartholomew and Minnie (Smith) Heaton. She was married to Robert M Kirkwood for 50 years when he died February 16, 1999.. For many years Betty worked at Airways in Ellwood City. She also was owner of Betty’s Diner in Wampum, Pa where she happily provided great food to the community. Betty loved to love on people, she was a lifetime…

Marylou Evelyn Snyder, 77, of North Beaver Township passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by love on April 9, 2020. Born April 2, 1943 in New Castle, she was the daughter of the late Ellis C. and Evelyn (Chambers) Allen. She was married to David A. Snyder who passed on April, 5 2005. Marylou was a wonderful woman who was always able to look on the bright side of everything. Her life was extremely family oriented. She was generous with her love, relentlessly caring for her children and grandchildren. We will forever remember her love for scenic pictures, Coca-Cola, and…

Renee L. Clark, 57, of New Beaver Boro died unexpectedly on Thursday, April 2, 2020 at her residence. Born October 30, 1962 in Ellwood City, she was the daughter of Dwain and Shirley (Brommer) Guy of Wampum. Renee enjoyed the outdoors, especially fishing and camping. She loved all animals, her especially her dog Zoe. In addition to her parents, survivors include her husband of 27 years, Tom J. Clark; a son, John Mesko of Mercer; daughter, Tara Mesko of New Castle; step-children, Candy (Tim) Hostetler of Enon Valley, Jimmy (Tarah) Clark of Ellwood City; two sisters, Cheryl Guy of West…

Edward Partridge, 98, formerly of Ellwood City passed away Thursday, April 2, 2020 at Shenango On The Green in New Wilmington following a one year illness. Born October 11, 1921 in Pittsburgh, he was the son of the late Louis and Rose (McCague) Partridge. Mr. Partridge was the owner of Partridge Jewelry in Ellwood City for many years and a member of the former Knox Presbyterian Church. Ed earned three Bronze Stars during WWII serving as a Staff Sergeant with the Engineer Construction Brigade. He was instrumental in forming the Ellwood City Church Softball League and the Ellwood City Church…

Marie A. Wiley, 97, of Shenango Twp. passed away Thursday, April 2, 2020 at the Golden Hills Nursing Home in New Castle. Born February 12, 1923 in New Castle, she was the daughter of the late Thomas and Mary (Richey) Stickle. She was married to Harold R. Wiley Sr. who died September 20, 2000. Marie was a longtime member of the Center Presbyterian Church where she was involved with the Lois Morris Circle and the Homemaker’s Club. A former member of the Laurel Adult Travel Club, Marie enjoyed many trips with the group. She worked at Hillview Manor Nursing Home…