Articles by Marshall Funeral Home

Gladys Jean Thompson, 88, of Wampum passed away Saturday, July 27, 2019 at the Good Samaritan Hospice in Beaver. A lifelong Wampum resident, Jean was born February 27, 1931 to the late Lester Clare “Happy” and Florence A. (Shearer) McQuiston. She was married to William E. Thompson who died September 19, 2009. Jean graduated from Wampum HIgh School in 1949. She retired from Medusa Cement Company in 1990 following over 32 years in the payroll/insurance department. She was a member of the Clinton United Methodist Church and attended the Wampum Presbyterian Church. For many years, Jean was a devoted Girl…

Charles R. Gardner, 77, of Wayne Twp., Ellwood City passed away Monday, July 15, 2019 at his residence following a brief illness. Born September 30, 1941 in Ellwood City, he was the son of the late Harry and Frances (Stevenson) Gardner. Charles retired from Value Structures in Ellwood City. He was a member of the Berean Presbyterian Church. In his earlier years, Charles went to Kansas to become a herdsman. He participated with the 4H Club for over 25 years. He enjoyed showing cattle at the fairs and working with his twin brother on his farm. He is survived by…

Ruth Ann Voland, 72, of Neshannock Twp. passed away Friday, July 12, 2019 at Heritage Valley – Beaver Hospital following a short illness. Born August 17, 1946 in Beaver Falls, she was the daughter of the late Phillip and Anna B. (Mielke) Zokvic. Ruth retired from Mohawk School District after 37 years teaching Math and Computer Science. She graduated from Mohawk High School, Slippery Rock University where she received her Bachelors Degree, and the University of Pittsburgh where she received her Masters in Computer Science. Following her retirement, Ruth did tax preparation for H & R Block. She enjoyed Tai…

George J. Durbin, 87, formerly of Wurtemburg Heights passed away Monday, July 8, 2019 at Jameson Hospital in New Castle. Born August 23, 1931 in Ellwood City, he was the son of the late Norman and Joyce Durbin. He was married to Cora Ruth Burns Durbin for 49 years when she passed away May 3, 2006 . Bud retired in 1985 from the Aetna Standard. He was a member of the Wurtemburg Presbyterian Church and Life member of the Wurtemburg Perry Volunteer Fire Department. Bud served in the Marines during the Korean War and was a member of the American…

Linda Larue Szalankiewicz, 70, of Center Church Rd., New Castle passed away Saturday, July 6, 2019 at her residence following a courageous three year battle with cancer. Born September 29, 1948 in Wilkinsburg, PA, she was the daughter of the late Harold and Larue (Johnston) Moenich . She was married to Edward J. Szalankiewicz, who survives, for 45 years as they were married May 5, 1974. A graduate of Wilkinsburg High School, Linda retired from the AFLCIO Local 590 following 20 years as the secretary. She then worked part time at the Last Minut Mart as a bookkeeper for a…

Kathy Lynn Anderson, 62, of West Pittsburg went to be with her Lord on Monday, July 1, 2019 at UPMC Passavant Hospital in Pittsburgh. Born October 10, 1956 in New Castle, she was the daughter of the late Walter and Carol Axe Mielke Sr. Kathy graduated from Lawrence County Vo Tech in 1974. She was a member and taught Sunday School for many years at the Moravia Presbyterian Church. She was also a member of the Taylor Twp. Fire Department Auxiliary. Survivors include a son, William (Jennifer) Anderson and his family, a brother, Walter (Carmen) Mielke Jr., many other family…

Trina Darcée Seaburn Weingart , 52, passed away Monday morning, July 1, at UPMC Jameson Hospital after a brief and aggressive battle with cancer. The daughter of the late John W. Seaburn and Patricia Seaburn of Ellwood City, Trina was born August 2, 1966, in Ellwood City. She married her beloved husband of 27 years, Jason F. Weingart on October 12, 1991 at the First United Methodist Church of Ellwood City. They resided in Neshannock Township with their three daughters, Meredith Rose, Cecelia Jayne, and Katarina Grace. Trina graduated Valedictorian of the Lincoln High School Class of 1984. After graduating…

Phillip A. Nerti passed peacefully on June 29, 2019. He was born on January 15, 1929 in West Pittsburg, PA. He was an extraordinary Husband, Father, and Grandfather. Mr. Nerti is survived by his wife of 66 years AnnaMae (Frickanish): sons, Philip Nerti of Oakdale and David (Cheryl) Nerti of Wampum; granddaughters Nicole (Justin) Scott and Angela (Alex) Elbanna; great grandson, Ari; and sister Betty Miller. He was preceded in death by parents Antonio and Catherine (Cappatt) Nerti, sisters Mary, Josephine, Teresa, Jenny, Rosie, and Shirley; and brothers John, Patsy, Joseph, and Victor. Mr. Nerti worked as a welder at…