Articles by Marshall Funeral Home

Gale Arthur Tillia, 86, of Shenango Twp., New Castle passed away Thursday, February 6, 2020 at the Good Samaritan Hospice House in Wexford following a lengthy illness. He was born December 11, 1933 in his home in Shenango Twp. Gale was the son of the late Eugene and Hazel (Reno) Tillia. Gale worked for 20 years at Babcock and Wilcox as a crane operator. He then worked as a dragline operator for various strip mining companies in the area. Gale served as a PA Forest Fire Warden and was a life member of the Shenango Twp. Volunteer Fire Department. He…

Dennis L. Graham, 72, of Shenango Twp, New Castle passed away unexpectedly Wednesday, February 5, 2020 at UPMC Jameson Hospital following a courageous battle with Parkinson’s disease. Born January 6, 1948 in Ellwood City, he was the son of the late Loron and Lillian (Reynolds) Graham. Denny was a graduate of Lincoln High School. Following graduation he joined the Army and served during the Vietnam War. He was a member of the Faith Country Chapel Church. A retired Postal Carrier, Denny enjoyed exercising and was always selflessly looking out for others. He also never met a cookie he didn’t like….

Patricia A. Geer, 89, of Portersville passed away late afternoon Monday, February 3, 2020 at Allegheny General Hospital following a sudden illness. Born November 15, 1930 in Ellwood City, she was the daughter of the late Michael and Leila Smith Moser. She was married to Richard A. Geer Sr. for 64 years until his death in 2016. Patricia was raised in the Riverview and Hardyville area. She was a longtime member of the First Church of God. A loving mother and homemaker, she enjoyed gardening, yard sales, scenic drives, and spending time with her family. She also loved dogs. Survivors…

Frank L. Goff III, 83, of Ellwood City went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday, January 31, 2020 at the Good Samaritan Hospice following a brief illness. Born October 30, 1936 in New Castle, he was the son of the late Frank and Mary (Martin) Goff Jr. Frank was a graduate of Slippery Rock University, Westminster, Grove City College, and the University of Pittsburgh. He retired from Seneca Valley School District where he taught 4th Grade for 27 years. He attended several churches in the area. Frank enjoyed reading, watching the Steelers and working in his…

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….