Joseph F. Marshall Jr. 1953-2021

He was born Aug. 27, 1953, in Youngstown, the son of Joseph Frank Sr. and Agatha Innocenzi Marshall.

Joe graduated from Chaney High School and earned his bachelor’s degree in criminal justice from Youngstown State University, where he also was taking prelaw courses.

Joe worked for US Steel at the Ohio Works for 10 years. The song “Youngstown,” written and sung by Bruce Springsteen, was based off the book, “Journey To Nowhere,” which featured Joe Sr. and Joe Jr. in it, about the lives of steelworkers after the mills closed. Joe then became a correctional officer and retired after 35 years of service. Following retirement, Joe needed to keep busy, so he then was employed as a boiler operator for London Correctional Facility.

He was a member of Faith Worship Center in Columbus, and a former volunteer for Animal Rescues of Ohio, because of his love for animals.

Joe was an avid sports fan and loved rooting on his favorite teams, the Cleveland Browns and Ohio State Buckeyes. He also enjoyed spending time with his family and sister.

Joe leaves behind to hold onto his memories, his two sons, Joseph Peter Marshall and Andrew Frank Marshall, both of Girard; a granddaughter, Jaydin Page Marshall; his sister, Ellen Marshall-Cassata of Mineral Ridge; a nephew, Joseph Frank (Francesca) Cassata; two aunts, Irene Innocenzi-Pacella and Teresa Innocenzi; his beloved dogs, Raider and Marley, and his cats, Andy and Smokey; along with many cousins and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Family and friends may pay their respects to Joseph from 5 until 5:50 p.m. Monday, Nov. 15, 2021, at Christian Assembly Church, 5050 South Ave., Boardman, with a funeral service to follow at 6 p.m., officiated by Pastor Jerry Hunt.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the professional care of the Rossi & Santucci Funeral Home, 4221 Market St., Boardman.

In lieu of flowers, material contributions may be made in Joseph’s name to The Healthy Hearts and Paws Project, 384 Collar Price Road SE Brookfield, OH 44403.

Family and friends may visit www.rossisantuccifh.com to view this obituary, sign the guest book and send condolences to Joseph’s family.

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