John Richard Suter, 75, of Beaver, peacefully passed away on October 17th, 2026, surrounded by his loving family at his home.
He was born in Rochester on May 30th, 1951, a son of the late Homer Alva and Martha Beverly Suter.
John served in the United States Marine Corps. Vietnam Era as a Sergeant. Later in life, he worked for First Energy, where he started as a foreman and retired as a Senior Planner. After retirement, he worked at all the Health Mart locations, and was a proud employee at Meemaw, Inc. He was known around the county for being Coach Pappy John Suter. He was a beloved baseball and softball coach for several years. He coached Beaver Rec Ball for 7 years, Central Valley High School for 6 years, Pittsburgh Power for 6 years, and Beaver Valley Rage for 2 years. He showered each team with love and support on and off the field. If he was not working, coaching, or rocking a baby in his favorite chair. He was then planning Christmas or a Disney adventure for his loving family.
He is survived by his beloved wife of 52 years, Charlene Ann (Beistal) Suter, their son, Sean Richard Suter, his grandchildren: Nia (Nick), Demy (Dan), Caitlyn (Torren), Sydney (Austin), Caden; as well as his great-grandchildren, Ava, Gianna, Aria, Helios; along with two daughters-in-law, Amy Suter and Ashley McGowan, a brother, Homer A. Suter, his long time friend and Co-Coach, Ray Fernandez and a family friend, Theresa Cairns.
Friends and family will be received on Wednesday, October 21st from 12 noon until 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. until the time of service at 7 p.m. by Pastor William Henry in the GABAUER-TODD FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, 340 Third Street, Beaver, who was in charge of his arrangements, and where military honors will be rendered at the funeral home on Wednesday, October 21st at 1:30 P.M.
John will be laid to rest privately in Beaver Cemetery, Buffalo Street, Beaver, at a later date.
The family would like to extend a gratitude to the Cardio-pulmonary and ER Unit at AHN- Heritage Valley Beaver, Valley Ambulance Authority, and Good Samaritan for his great Care.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions can be made to St. Jude’s Children Research Hospital in Pappy John’s name. Donations can be made by online or by mail, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.