George Mahlon Marshall
George Mahlon Marshall, 94, of Raub, IN, passed away at 2:15 PM, December 22, 2018 at Iroquois Memorial Resident Home of Watseka, IL.
He was born October 5, 1924 in Mulberry, IN to the late Leo L. and Clora (Earhart) Marshall. George was a 1942 graduate of Mulberry High School.
George served with the United States Army as Corporal from 1943-1946; serving with Company L of the 145th Infantry Regiment at Guadalcanal, Bougainville, and in the Philippine Islands for 22 months as a Technician Fifth Grade. He received the following decorations: Victory Medal, Philippine Liberation Ribbon with 1 Bronze Star, Good Conduct Medal, American Theater Ribbon, Asiatic-Pacific Theater Ribbon with 2 Bronze Stars.
His marriage was to Virginia Gatchalian Palma on November 12, 1994 in Raub United Methodist Church. She preceded him in death on July 11, 2018.
George was a member of the Meadowbrook Homeowners Association where he was Vice President and a member of Raub United Methodist Church serving as Treasurer for 30 years. He worked for W.T. Raleigh Co, Fairfield Manufacturing Co, Sears, Omar Bakeries, and Standard Oil Company of Indiana from 1953 until his retirement in 1975. George enjoyed spending his free time gardening, working on crossword puzzles, playing card games, and reading.
Surviving is a son, Glen W. Marshall; step-children, Marlene A. Charlesworth, Elizabeth P. Rivera, Victor G. Palma, and Philip G. Palma. Also surviving are several grandchildren residing in the Philippines, two grandchildren in the United States, Steve and Him Charlesworth, and several nephews and nieces.
Preceding him in death along with his parents and wife are his first wife, Angelina G. Marshall and second wife, Miriam C. Marshall. Grandson, Dasan S. Marshall; brother, Frederick Marshall. Sisters, Orrin Elizabeth Marshall, Augusta M. Burkhalter, Ruth M. McClughen, and Thelma M. Carey. Step-Children, Jim Shoaf, Sarah P. Burgos, and Felicisimo G. Palma.
Friends may call from 1:00 PM (CST) until the time of Memorial Service 3:00 PM (CST) Saturday, January 5, 2019 at Stitz-Clapper Funeral Home of Kentland. Fr. Robert Bernotas to officiate.
Memorial contributions may be made in George’s name to the Raub United Methodist Church of Raub, IN.