Michael P. Kunkle

Michael Paul Kunkle, of Irwin, known professionally as Marshall Adams, died unexpectedly on Nov. 10, 2025, at 51. As a 14-year-old student, he began his career by founding the Harrison City Post while also writing part-time for his beloved Penn-Franklin News. He progressed by reporting for an alphabet soup of radio stations across the country. He was especially proud of his accomplishments as an anchor at WBT, editor at KTRH, and program director at KDKA, which was his lifelong dream. He founded Atlanta's first all-news radio station, WYAY, in 2012 before creating his own company, Marshall Adams Media, where he produced programming for the Fisher House Foundation. He is survived by his children, Jordan, William, and Charlotte; parents, Linda and Alan; brother, Brian; nephew, Brody; and former wife, Emily. Friends will be received from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 15, 2025, at JAMES W. SHIRLEY FUNERAL HOME, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon. A service will follow at 3 p.m. in the funeral home chapel. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Michael's name to a local animal shelter or charity of choice. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com