Jessica R. Vega Marweg, 36, of State Rt. 288, Ellwood City (Franklin Twp.) died unexpectedly on  Wednesday, May 22, 2013 at her residence.

Born October 16, 1976 in New York City, she was the daughter of Jose and Alma Valentin Vega, both of Florida.  She was married for 16 years  to Jeff  Marweg, who survives.

Jessica was a loving and devoted wife and mother.  She attended St. Gregory’s Church in Zelienople.  She also worked in the office of the Diamond Dance Adedemy.

In addition to her husband, Jeff, and parents, survivors include three children, Kaitlyn, Kyle and Lorelai Marweg, all at home; a sister,  Elizabeth Vega of Florida; and a brother, Eric Vega of San Francisco, California.

Visiting hours will be held on  Saturday May 25 from 2-4 and 7-9 pm at the Marshall Funeral Home. 200 Fountain Ave. Ellwood City.

Blessing Services will be held at the funeral home on Sunday at 2 pm with Rev. Father Larry Smith officiating.

Online condolences may be sent to marshallsfh.com.

Ethel M. Taylor, 91, of Denny Schill Manor, Ellwood City passed away  Wednesday, May 22, 2013 at her residence following a brief illness.

Born November 22, 1921 in Houtzdale, PA,  she was the daughter of the late Glynn and Irene Barnes Robeson.  She was married to Ralph Taylor who passed away February 10, 1980.

Mrs. Taylor was a member of Park Alliance Church in Ewing Park.  She enjoyed crocheting, knitting, reading, watching QVC, and listening to the Gaithers.

Survivors include three daughters, Judith (Dean) Weyman of Vermont, Sharyn (Alan) Dambach of Fombell, Tracey (Chester) Simmons of Wampum; son, Byron (Pamela) Taylor of Ellwood City; twelve grandchildren, Jeffery and Christopher Weyman, Deanna Mayer, Kevin Dambach, Kristen Capka, Candace, Kaitlin, and Courtney Taylor, Krista Thomas, Carissa Hudak, Sara Foote, and Cody Simmons; and twelve great grandchildren.

In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by two sisters.

Visiting hours will be held on  Friday May 24 from 3:30 until the time of the funeral service at 6:30 pm at the Park Alliance Church 701 Jefferson Ave. Ellwood City.  Her pastor, Rev. John McCready will officiate.  Interment will follow in the Lillyville Church of God Cemetery.

Memorial Contributions may be made to the Park Alliance Church.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the Marshall Funeral Home, Ellwood City.

Online condolences may be sent to marshallsfh.com.

Judith  Menk Morrison, 64, of  Wampum and formerly of Boynton Beach, Florida died unexpectedly on  Wednesday, May 22, 2013 at the Ellwood City Hospital.

Born December 17, 1948 in West New York, New Jersey,  she was the daughter of Fred D. Menk of Boynton Beach and the late Lillian Way Menk.

She was married for 42 years to Louis C. Morrison as they were wed on September 4, 1970.  He survives

Judy was a secretary for the Bethesda Memorial Hospital and the Boulevard Manor in Boynton Beach.  She was also the secretary for the Don Carter Bowling Center in Lake Worth, Florida.  She enjoyed traveling and bowling.  Her most precious time was with spent with her family and granddaughter.

In addition to her husband, Lou and father, Fred, survivors include a daughter,Tanya Lynn Morrison of Kunkletown, PA; three sisters, Kathy (James) Sullivan of Murphy, North Carolina, Wendy (Les) Sarkinen of Loxahatchee, Florida, Laurie (Gail) Morrison of Harrison, Arkansas; and a granddaughter, Gianna Russo.

She was preceded in death by her mother.

Visiting hours will be held on  Tuesday May 28 from 5 until the time of the Blessing Service at  7 pm at the Marshall Funeral Home 341 Main Street Wampum.

Memorial Contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association .

Online condolences may be sent to marshallsfh.com.

Lucy K. McKinley, 80, of North Beaver Twp. passed away on  Sunday, May 19, 2013 at the Heritage Valley Beaver Hospital following a brief  illness.

Born February 1, 1933 in New Galilee, she was the daughter of the late Edwin and Helen Sheerer Kennedy. She was married for 59 years to Robert “Bob” L. McKinley as they were married July 25, 1953.  He survives.

Lucy graduated from Mt Jackson HIgh School and the New Castle Business College.  She retired in April, 1999 following 20 years as a secretary for Pennsylvania Job Services.  She had previously worked at the Lawrence County Courthouse and Universal Rundle Co.  She was an active member of the Westfield Presbyterian Church and was a former member of the Moravia Presbyterian Church.  Lucy was a member and past worthy matron of the Wenonah Chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star.  She enjoyed traveling.  Her greatest joy was spending time with her family and grandchildren.

In addition to her husband, Bob, survivors include three daughters, Lisa (Ron) Ross of Hubbard, Ohio, Braunda (David) Allegro of West Pittsburgh, Robin (Dennis) Singer of North Beaver Twp.; son, Robert C. “Grant” (Kerri) McKinley of North Beaver Twp.; and seven grandchildren, Matthew (Emily) St. John, Raesha St. John, Shauna and Kelsey Singer, Rawnie Ross, and Hannah and Mason McKinley.

She was preceded in death by a brother, Wayne E. Kennedy and a grandson, Adam St. John.

A Memorial  Service will be held at the Westfield Presbyterian Church on Saturday, May 25, 2013 at 11:00 am.  Family and friends will be received for one hour before the service.  Rev. Paul Votaw, her pastor with officiate.

Private graveside services were held at Bethel Church Cemetery in Enon Valley.

Memorial Contributions may be made to Westfield Youth Organization, 1363 Mt. Jackson Rd. New Castle, PA 16102.

Online condolences may be sent to marshallsfh.com.

Darlene C. Burton, 70, formerly of Ellwood City passed away on  Friday, May 17, 2013 at the Overlook Health Care Center following a brief  illness.

Born July 29, 1942 in Ellwood City, she was the daughter of the late Clarence K. and Madeline Deitrick Kennedy.

Darlene graduated from Lincoln High School.  A devoted Christian, her faith was very important to her.

Survivors include two sons, Charles Burton of Ellwood City, John (Jarae) Burton of Phoenix, Arizona; brother, Robert (Connie) Kennedy of Mt. Jackson; six sisters, Carolyn (Bob) Moore of New Castle, Karen (Milton) Ippolito and Linda (Oval) Moore, all of Wampum, Kathy (Jack) Fleckenstein of Mercer, Cheryl Kuhn of Fort Walton Beach, Florida, Brenda (Blair) Getz of Monaca; and a granddaughter, Abigail Burton.

She was preceded in death by a sister, Nancy Grekon and a brother, Kenneth Kennedy.

Visiting hours will be held on  Monday May 20, 2013 from 4 until the time of the funeral service at 7 pm  at the Marshall Funeral Home 341 Main Street Wampum.   Rev. Dr. William R. McGary of the Wampum Presbyterian Church will officiate.

Interment will follow in Clinton Cemetery.

Memorial Contributions may be made to Overlook Activities Department, 520 New Castle St. New Wilmington, PA 16142.

Online condolences may be sent to marshallsfh.com.