Marie Conway

Marie Conway, 88, of Ewing Park - Ellwood City died unexpectedly on Sunday, April 25, 2010 at Presbyterian Hospital in Pittsburgh.

Born January 16, 1922 in Mortisdorf, Transylvania, she was the daughter of the late John and Maria Brenner Miller.

She was married to the late John E. Bianco, who passed away in 1973, and then to C.N. Rankin who passed away in 1983 and most recently to the late Jack W. Conway who died in 1999. Marie retired from Aetna-Standard Engineering Co. after 20 years of service. She was a member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church and a 1940 graduate of Lincoln High School. Upon retirement, Mrs. Conway became active in many local organizations. She was a member of the Saxon's Ladies Auxiliary, an active member of the Women's Club of Ellwood City, and a past board member of the Lawrence Co American Cancer Society. She was also past chairwoman of Daffodil Days and was on the committee for the Ellwood City Centennial Ball. Her greatest loves, outside of her family and friends were music and dancing. She also enjoyed her early morning power-walks in the park.

Survivors include two sons, Tim Bianco of Pittsburgh and Gary Bianco of Baltimore, MD., two brothers, Edward Miller of Beaver Falls and William Miller of Ellwood City, and a grandson, Eric Bianco of Pittsburgh.

In addition to her husbands and parents, she was preceded in death by her step mother, Katherine Miller.

Visiting hours will be held from 2-4 and 7-9, Wednesday, April 28th at the Marshall Funeral Home 200 Fountain Ave. Ellwood City. Friends will also be received at the funeral home for one hour before the funeral service at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday. Rev. Peggy Suhr-Barkley, pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church will officiate. Interment will follow in the Slippery Rock Presbyterian Church Cemetery.

Memorial Contributions may be made to Ellwood City Library 415 Lawrence Ave. Ellwood City, Pa. 16117

 

In Loving Memory

Dear Tim and Gary, my brothers of my heart,
Dear Tim and Gary:

Nick and I were so sorry to hear about your Mother's death. What fond memories I have of growing up in Ellport and all the fun we had on Wright Ave. We could write a book about all the antics we all got into!
And for me, woven into that tapestry are John and Marie Bianco. Your Mom was such a "Lady". I think I thought she was really "June Cleaver" or Loretta Young on hiatus from Hollywood. Every time we would go to Bellof's your Dad was the greatest.

I am glad I got to connect with your mom in the last few years when I would walk in "The Park". One thing I know for sure; her heart was full of love for her "boys". She was such a sweetheart!

I am sorry that I will not be able to attend the service, but I will be with you in spirit. (We moved to Lower Burrell in January and my Aunt Mary Martinka passed away yesterday)

Only a half hour from Shadyside. Give us a call sometime. 724-335-0120
In our thoughts and prayers. Love, Trudi (Pollak) Manzo

I am so sorry for your loss. It must be so painful to lose someone so
thoughtful and kind as Marie, so suddenly. Marie always had a smile
and a wave for the Keally Family. She always wanted to know how we
were doing. I admired how active Marie was at her age. How inspiring
it was for all of us! She always looked so good. We will miss Marie
tremendously, she was a great neighbor!

To: Gary Bianco

From: Michelle (Bliley’s)

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Bliley's

Michelle L. Morgan

Dear Tim and Gary, my brothers of my heart,

I cannot tell you how devastated I was to hear the news about Marie. She was one of the best people that I have ever met. I loved her very much, not only because she made my dad so happy but because of who she was. I have so many wonderful memories of Marie, she always made me feel as if I was her daughter. I do understand the loss that you are feeling. I can only say that you are both in my thoughts and prayers. I wish I could be with you right now but the airfares are prohibitive.

Love,

Barbara

Dear Tim and Gary,
I was saddened to hear that your wonderful mother passed away. She was a spirited, optimistic person and I so enjoyed her company in the old days.
Thinking of both of you during these difficult times,

Rochelle

BILL AND ED,

VERY SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT MARIE, SHE WAS ALWAYS A VERY BEAUTIFUL LADY. WE WILL NEVER FORGET THE JOHN MILLER FAMILY.

SINCERELY,
CARL THALGOTT
MOUNTAIN VIEW, AR.

Tim, I am sorry to hear of your mom passing away. She was a great lady. Always pleasant.I just talked to her recently at Mary's restaurant up town and she said she was fine and said she would tell you I was asking about you. Again, you have my deepest sympathy. I will be out of town or I would stop at the funeral home. God bless , your old friend Jim Arkett.

Dear Gary,

Mighty sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. May God bless you and your family in the days and months ahead and hope that the precious memories you have of her will fill your empty hearts.

Tommy Wilburn
Peninsula FH
Newport News, VA

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