Sherry L. Poppenger, 67, of Raccoon Township, passed away on May 14th, 2025, at Heritage Valley Health System, Beaver Campus. She was born in Sewickley on December 16th, 1957, a daughter of the late Carl and Etta (Ritenour) Hall. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a stepson, Ray Poppenger, Jr. and a sister, Lynn Long. She is survived by her husband and best friend, Ray Poppenger, Sr., her children, Tammy (Rob) Forrest, Tomie (Brian) Kalinowski and Josh (Dawn) Kovacik, her grandchildren, Shyanne (Brandin) Hooper, Kaden Kalinowski and Conner Kalinowski, her siblings: Debbie (Dave) Johnston, Vicki Hall, Allen Hall, Carl (Bev) Hall, and Christina Hall; along with a brother-in-law, Albert Long, a niece, Kayla Long, her feline companion, Noel and numerous other family members and friends.

Sherry was an office administrator in the healthcare industry for many years. She was a past member of the Green Valley United Methodist Church of Shippingport. In her free time, Sherry enjoyed scrapbooking, crocheting, bird watching, taking pictures, and most importantly, spending time with her family.

Friends will be received on Sunday, May 18^th from 1-5 P.M. in the GABAUER FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 1133 Penn Avenue, New Brighton. A funeral service will also be held in the funeral home on Monday, May 19^th at 11 A.M. with Pastor Robert Kerns as officiant. Friends will also be received on Monday, May 19th at 10 A.M. until the time of that service at 11 A.M. in the funeral home.

Private interment will follow in Coraopolis Cemetery.

The GABAUER FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 1133 Penn Avenue, New Brighton, has been honored to care for Sherry and her family during this time.

In lieu of flowers, the family has asked that contributions be made to Samaritan’s Purse-International Relief, PO Box 3000 Boone, NC 28607.

Theodoria Pauline Stasik Stedina, 74, passed away on May 14th, 2025 in Beaver after a lengthy illness. She was born on December 25th, 1950. She is survived by her daughter Laura Harding of Glendale, Arizona, her brother, Paul Stasik of Highland, California, her sister, Maria Stasik Cook of Oswego, New York and numerous grandchildren, nieces, and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, Stephen P. Stasik and Pauline Hardobey Stasik and her sisters, Stephettia Stasik Frey Shriner and Anna Stasik Bennett. Theodoria was born in Baden and lived most of her life in Baden, Beaver Falls, and Rochester. She was extremely fond of animals, rescuing numerous cats and dogs over the years. Additionally, she was an avid fan of reading and crossword puzzles. Theodoria will be interred at Sylvania Hills Memorial Park, 273 PA-68, Rochester, after a private ceremony. Professional Arrangements have been entrusted to Corless-Kunselman Funeral Services, LLC, 3801 4th Avenue, Beaver Falls.

Frank D’Amico, 94, of Beaver, passed away on May 14th, 2025.

He was born in Ellwood City on April 5th, 1931, a son of the late Nick and Frances D’Amico. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 36 years, Marjorie Coene D’Amico, his daughter, Linda (Oliver) Hennessy, his brother, Patsy D’Amico and his sisters, Ann Colega, and Betty D’Amico.

He is survived by his children, Glenn (Dorothy) D’Amico of Ellwood City and Kimber Lee Baker (Thomas) of Brobeck, Florida, his sister-in-law, Carol Jane Coene Reynolds of Patterson Heights, his grandchildren: Matthew (Melissa) D’Amico, Mark (Rachel) D’Amico, T.K. (Leslie) Brobeck, Jessika Brobeck (Daniel) Barber, and Robert and Owen Hennessy; along with thirteen great-grandchildren.

Frank was a proud veteran of the U. S. Air Force during the Korean War who went on to have a long career as a real estate associate broker. He was a former member of the Beaver County Realtors Association and the Jolly Boy Investment Club. He was a faithful member of Trinity Episcopal Church of Beaver, as well as a member of First Presbyterian Church of Beaver.

Friends will be received on Thursday, May 22nd at First Presbyterian Church, 252 College Avenue, Beaver, from 10 a.m. until the time of a memorial service at 11 a.m., with full Military Honors.

Professional arrangements have been entrusted to the Noll Funeral Home, Inc., 333 Third St., Beaver. Online condolences may be shared at nollfuneral.com.

The family would like to thank the staff at Celebration Villa and the staff at Gateway Hospice for the love and compassionate care given to Frank.

Geraldine “Gerry” (Lehtonen) Diffenbacher, 89, of Brighton Township, passed away on May 14th, 2025 at her residence. She was born in Mexico, New York on March 5th, 1936, a daughter of the late John and Bessie (Wilmot) Lehtonen. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, James Edward Diffenbacher, two brothers, Howard and Harvellon Lehtonen, her sister, Ruth Weldon, her son, John R. Diffenbacher and her daughter, Sandra J. Garman. She is survived by her daughter, Mary Beth (Joe) Tress of Brighton Township, her son-in-law, Paul Garman of South Beaver Township, her grandchildren: Joshua (Amanda) Diffenbacher, Kasey Diffenbacher, Erin (Glen) Sovich, Stephanie (Michael) Stuck, Emily (Mathew) Dunning, Nicole (Michael) Scott, Anthony (Shannon) Tress; as well as sixteen great-grandchildren, one great-great grandson on the way, her brother, Carl (Barbara) Lehtonen of Mexico, New York, her sister-in-law, Janet Lehtonen, and numerous nieces and nephews.

Geraldine was a self-employed beautician. She was also a member of the Chippewa United Methodist Church who was a worthy matron 9 times for Woodlawn Chapter No. 164. She was also a past Mother Advisor for United Methodist Women Rainbow Girls who was active in many bowling leagues. Friends will be received on Friday, May 16th from 2-4 P.M. and 6-8 P.M. at CORLESS-KUNSELMAN FUNERAL SERVICES, LLC, 3801 4th Avenue, Beaver Falls, where a service will be conducted on Saturday, May 17th at 11 A.M. Online condolences may be shared at www.corlessfuneralhomes.com. Entombment will take place in Beaver Falls Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in Geraldine’s name to the Chippewa United Methodist Church or the Order of the Eastern Star.

Luisa (Mariani) Rubino, 96, passed away on May 13th, 2025, at Concordia at Villa St. Joseph in Baden.

She was born in Pacentro, Italy on November 21st, 1928, a daughter of the late Antonio and Virginia (De Chellis) Mariani. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Pasquale (Patsy) Rubino, her son, Joseph Rubino, her brothers, Luigi and Leonardo Mariani, her sister, Velia Mariani, her son-in-law, Ronald Moskal, and her grandson, Geoffrey Rubino. She is survived by her devoted daughter, Rosemarie Moskal, her loving son, Gino Rubino (Cindy Rubino), five cherished grandchildren: Kelly Vidovich (Chris Vidovich), Andrew Moskal (Miranda Moslkal), Joseph Moskal, Lauren Rubino and Tracy Rubino; as well as five adored great-grandchildren, Sara and Claire Miloszewski, Dougie Landy, and Hannah and Rachel Moskal, her brother, Pietro Mariani and her, sister-in-law Ann Mariani.

Luisa was a remarkable woman who was gentle, strong, and deeply devoted to her faith and family. Her life was defined by love, generosity, and quiet grace. Whether through her perfect homemade meals, skillful sewing, or joy in the Christian Mothers bowling league (where she proudly celebrated her best scores), she brought warmth and care to every detail of daily life.

Friends and family will be received on Saturday, May 17th from 11 A.M. until the time of departing prayers at 1 p.m. in the Anthony Mastrofrancesco Funeral Home, 2026 McMinn Street, Aliquippa, followed by a mass of Christian burial at St Titus Church, 952 Franklin Avenue, Aliquippa at 1:30 P.M. Entombment will be at Sylvania Hills Memorial Park, 273 PA-68, Rochester.
In celebrating Luisa, those who knew her will remember a life beautifully lived and a legacy of love that will endure for generations.

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.

Pauline (Cocciardo) Rabatin, 97, of Bridgewater, passed away on May 9th, 2025, at Rochester Manor & Villa.

She was born in Uniontown, Pennsylvania on June 27th, 1927, a daughter of the late Michael Sr. and Maria (Bonfilio) Cocciardo. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Louis Rabatin, Sr., a son-in-law, Dave Hughes and her siblings: Tony, Angelo, Michael Jr., and Mary. Pauline was the last surviving member of her immediate family. She is survived by her son, Louis Jr. (Bridget) Rabatin, her daughter, Rosemarie Hughes, her grandchildren: Robert (Ashley) Collier, Marla (Josh Feldman) Matusic, Steven Matusic, Julia (Christian) Herstine, Louis Rabatin III, Anthony Rabatin, and Adrian Cisneros; along with her great-grandchildren: Roman Collier, Willow Collier, Theo Herstine and Millie Herstine; as well as one on the way and numerous nieces, nephews, and friends.

Pauline was a homemaker who enjoyed working around her house, gardening, and cooking fine meals for her family.

In accordance with Pauline’s wishes, all services will be private for her family.

She will be laid to rest in Beaver Cemetery alongside her husband.

The family wishes to extend a heart-felt ‘Thank You’ to the Third Floor staff at Rochester Manor & Villa for their sincere care shown to Pauline.

The GABAUER-TODD FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES (Branch), 340 3rd Street, Beaver, has been honored to care for Pauline and her family during this time.

Ronald D. “Buckwheat” Caler, Jr., 74, of Independence Township, passed away on May 9th, 2025 in UPMC Shadyside Hospital. He was born on July 10th, 1950, a son of the late Ronald D. & Goldie Caler, Sr. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Lester G. Caler, his niece, Leslie Lee Caler, his aunts, Lila Bryson and Olive Kastler, and an uncle, Sharp Davidson. He is survived by numerous family members, cousins, and so many beloved friends.

Ronald worked numerous construction jobs throughout his life. He was also a barber. He also worked for Hertz Rental Car at the airport moving vehicles. He was always the life of the party and he always said that he brought the entertainment. He was truly a great friend. He loved to camp, ride Harleys and read.

Friends will be received on Saturday, May 17th from 3-6 p.m. in the Huntsman Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Aliquippa, 2345 Mill Street, Aliquippa.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Bags and Blessings, 421 Railroad St. Rochester, PA 15074.

Mark David Bergfelt, 69, of West Mayfield, passed away on May 12th, 2025, in the comfort of his home.
He was born in Pittsburgh on February 29, 1956, a son of Theodore Sr. and Joan (Phillips) Bergfelt. In addition to his parents, Mark is survived by his loving wife of 43 years, Mary Teresa (Kernan) Bergfelt, his sons, Benjamin Bergfelt, Matthew (Jessica) Bergfelt and Joshua Bergfelt, his grandchildren, Chloe, Kenzie, and Katelyn, his siblings: Theodore “Teddy” Bergfelt, Jr., Eric (Teresa “Dee”) Bergfelt, Alyson (Allen) Kish and Melinda (Ryan) Roedler and a host of extended family, in-laws, and good friends. He was preceded in death by a sister-in-law, Patience.
Mark was a proud veteran of the United States Air Force, having served during the Vietnam War Era. Following his military service, he retired from Pittsburgh Public Schools and went on to own and operate Bergfelt Racing Enterprises, LLC., where he built and raced Go Karts. Racing brought Mark and Mary Teresa much joy and a host of good friends. He enjoyed his time racing, playing the fiddle and spending time with the ones he loved.
Friends will be received on Friday, May 16th from 2-4 P.M. & 6-8 P.M. in the GABAUER-LUTTON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 117 Blackhawk Road, Beaver Falls.
A funeral service will be held on Saturday, May 17th at 11 A.M. at Chippewa Alliance Church, 3629 37th Street Extension, Beaver Falls, where friends will be received at 10 A.M. Pastor Dan Muir will officiate the service.

Interment, with full military honors, will be held on Tuesday, May 20th at 1:30 P.M. at the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies, 1158 Morgan Road, Bridgeville.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Mark’s honor to the Chippewa Alliance Church Building Fund, 3629 37th Street Ext., Beaver Falls, PA 15010.