Richard S. Kaletz, 76, of Industry, passed away unexpectedly at his home on May 13th, 2025. He was born in Rochester on December 31st, 1948, a son of the late Samuel and Matilda Honchak Kaletz. He is survived by his beloved wife of 51 years, Cynthia, his daughter, Carie (Ken) Mitchell of Ohioville, his son, Kristopher (Rebekah) Kaletz of Brighton Township, his brother, Ronald (Mary Sue) Kaletz of Aliquippa, his mother-in-law, Dorine LaValle, his grandchildren: Tyler (Lauren Boggs) Mitchell, Drew Mitchell, Kennedy Kaletz, and Nikolai Kaletz; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

Richard graduated from Aliquippa High School in 1967. He went on to attend Youngstown University and later attended and graduated from California University with his Bachelors Degree in Education. He worked in Aliquippa School District for 25 years and in his retirement worked with the Tip Staff at the Beaver County Court House. He was a longtime and faithful member of St. Blaise Church of Midland, part of St. Augustine Parish, where he served as an usher for many years. He was an avid fisherman and sports fan who enjoyed sitting on his back porch and listening to oldies music with a cigar.

Friends will be received on Friday, May 16th from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. in the Noll Funeral Home Inc., 333 Third Street, Beaver. A Mass of Christian Burial will be conducted on Saturday, May 17th at 10:30 a.m., officiated by Father Kim Schreck, at St. Blaise Church, 772 Ohio Avenue, Midland. Online condolences may be shared at www.nollfuneral.com.

Interment to take place at Beaver Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Richard’s name to St. Augustine Parish, St. Blaise Church, 772 Ohio Avenue, Midland, PA 15059.