Articles by Marshall Funeral Home

Darrell K. Segura, 63, of the Princeton Area passed away Friday, September 20, 2019 at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital following an accident at his work place. Born July 7, 1956 in Oakland, California, he was the son of the late Joe A. Segura and Elsie (Young) Segura of the Princeton Area. Darrell was a welder at PMF Truck and Trailer Repair Center in Cranberry Twp. He enjoyed golfing, bowling, woodworking, traveling, and hiking. In addition to his mother, survivors include, a sister, Deborah M. (Daniel) Barron of the Princeton Area; three brothers, Charles of South Carolina, Joel A. (Jazmin) Segura of…

Kathryn M. Schiraldi, 75, of New Beaver Borough passed away Thursday, September 19, 2019 at UPMC-Shadsyide following a several month illness. Born March 21, 1944 in New Castle, she was the daughter of the late James and Betty June (Emery) Pollyblank. Kathryn was a lifetime member and past president of the Mahoning Township Volunteer Fire Department Auxiliary Ladies. Survivors include son, Martin J Schiraldi of New Galilee; daughter, Jessica (Andrew) Shanor of New Castle; two sisters, Patricia Huffman of Wampum, Linda Pollyblank of Wampum; brother, James (Shirley) Pollyblank of California; six grandsons, Robbie James Schiraldi, Martin Schiraldi III, Vincent Michael…

Frank Boyd Steffler, 92, of Franklin Twp., Ellwood City passed away Wednesday, September 18, 2019 at his residence. Born May 12, 1927 in Camp Run, he was the son of the late Frank I. and Elizabeth (Hess) Steffler. He was married to Wilma Boots Steffler who died in 1994. Frank retired from the Ellwood City Forge where he operated the “Big Press” for 41 years. He was one of the last operators when the press was converted from steam to hydraulic. Frank was a Veteran of the Army serving in WW II. He was a member of the Union Goodwill…

Deborah J. Langer, 66, of North Beaver Twp. passed away, while surrounded by family, on Tuesday, September 10, 2019 at Avalon Place following an extended illness. Born December 7, 1952 in Ellwood City, she was the daughter of the late Ralph I. “Carbite” and Lucille (Goodland) Brommer Jr. Debbie married Stanley C. Langer, Sr. on June 15, 1972, who predeceased her on September 4, 1994. A homemaker, Debbie especially enjoyed caring for her grandchildren and her many nieces and nephews. Survivors include two children, Stanley (Adrienne) Langer, Jr. of Edinburg and Rhonda (Earl) Lample of Ellwood City; three sisters, Nancy…

Lois “Jean” (St. Clair) Milnes, 94, of Ellwood City passed away Sunday, September 8, 2019 at Life Lawrence Services in New Castle. Born October 9, 1924 in Bessemer, she was the eldest child of the late Clarence and Carrie (White) St. Clair. She was married to James Milnes who passed away on January 28, 1994. Jean was a graduate of the Lincoln High School Class of 1942. She was a Lifelong member and Deacon at the Chewton Christian Church. She also belonged to the Wampum Senior Citizens Club and the Wampum American Legion Auxiliary. She enjoyed gardening and sewing. Her…

James E. Houk Jr., 86, of Chewton passed away Monday, September 2, 2019 at the Good Samaritan Hospice in Beaver following a brief illness. Born July 25, 1933 in Ellwood City, he was the son of the late James E. and Dorothy (Forbush) Houk Sr. He was married for 60 years to Gloria A (Burick) Houk when she passed away July 30, 2017. Jim retired from the Babcock & Wilcox East Works in Beaver Falls and also from Cochran Valve In Koppel. He was a Veteran of the US Navy serving aboard the USS Arcadia during the Korean War. He…

Roger A. King, 85, of Ellport passed away Saturday, August 24, 2019 at the home of his daughter following an extended illness. Private service were held. Arrangements were entrusted to the Marshall Funeral Home, Ellwood City. Memorial Contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society. Online condolences may be sent to marshallsfh.com.  

Shirley F. Murphy, 75, of New Beaver Boro, Wampum passed away Saturday, August 24, 2019 at her residence following a lengthy illness. Born February 10, 1944 in Beaver Falls, she was the daughter of the late Clyde Dale and Rosanna Jane (Cogley) Haines. She was married to George F. Murphy for 51 years when he died July 23, 2012. She was also preceded in death by a sister, Midge Leighber, and four brothers, Jim, Don, Raymond, and Tom Haines. A homemaker, Shirley enjoyed cooking and baking. She cherished time spent caring for her family, especially her grandchildren. Survivors include two…

Jason D. “Jake” Taylor, 53, of Perry Twp., Ellwood City passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, August 21, 2019 in Gettysburg. Born December 31, 1965 in Butler, he was the son of the late Dallas and Geneva (Morgan) Taylor. He was married to Vicki Sturm Taylor who died January 17, 2017. He was also preceded in death by a brother, John Taylor. Jake graduated from Knoch High School. He was a long distance truck driver for Barnhart Transportation Co. which is based in Northeast PA. Jake was an avid outdoorsman, who enjoyed hunting and fishing. His most cherished time was spent…