Maryellen “Meg” Murphy, 77, of New Castle, passed away on August 4th, 2025, at Quality Life Services of New Castle. She was born in Pittsburgh on March 7th, 1948, the daughter of the late Aloysius Murphy and Cecilia (McGrail) Murphy. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two of her children, Elizabeth Anne Baldauf and Christopher Jason Baldauf. She is survived by her son, Richard R. (Kathy Ann) Baldauf III, her brother, Michael W. Murphy; nephew, Michael G. (Kristen), and their children, Kale and Kyla, her niece, Keegan (Justin) Gwin and their children, Kaelin, Jaci, and Keltin, her cousins: Eileen Prince, Sr. Patricia Prince, Mary Ann Prince, Carole Prince; as well as many McGrail cousins.

Maryellen was a resident of Franciscan Manor of Beaver Falls since retiring from Kane Hospital after many years. She was a dedicated mother to her children, and a courageous single parent at a time when it was uncommon. In lieu of services, per Maryellen’s wishes and her family’s wishes, have a nip of whiskey, hug someone who loves you, and say a prayer. She would also strongly suggest to everyone: take care of your mental health, because if you don’t, who will? Donations in Meg’s memory may be made to Sisters of St. Joseph, Baden www.stjoseph-baden.org/donate-now. Meg was compassionately cared for during her last weeks at Quality Life Services, New Castle, in conjunction with 3 Rivers Hospice. Arrangements have been entrusted to the branch of Corless Funeral Homes.