Filomena “Fanny” (Rivetti) Toppetta, a lifelong resident of Aliquippa, passed away on November 5th, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family.
She was born on March 25th, 1934, the daughter of the late Luigi and Isabella (Adduci) Rivetti. In addition to her parents, her beloved husband, Gennarino “Gino” Toppetta, her brother and sister-in-law, Patsy and Elde Rivetti, their son, Michael Rivetti and her sister and brother-in-law, Florence “Babe” and Frank Ross, preceded her in death. She is survived by her devoted children: Augie Toppetta, Elizabeth (Mark) Keirs, John Toppetta, Marie Toppetta, Nancy Toppetta, and Steven Toppetta. She was a loving Nonna to her grandchildren: Rachel, Louis, Vincent (Rebecca), Jonathan (Leann), Katherine, Alexandra, Dominic, Gabrielle, Emmanuel, and Julian. She was also blessed with six cherished great-grandchildren: Emma Sue, Canaan, Eleanor, Anna Lou, Joshua, and Logan. She is also survived by her brother and sister-in-law, Louis and Rosalind Rivetti, along with numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
Filomena lived a life filled with faith, family, and service. She was a member of Mary Queen of Saints Church and St. Titus Church in Aliquippa, where she found great joy singing in the choir and sharing her voice in praise and worship. In addition, she was a member of the Confraternity of Christian Mother’s. Her life reflected her steadfast faith and her deep love for the Lord Jesus and her special devotions to the Blessed Mother and Saint Padre Pio. She was happiest in her kitchen, where she lovingly prepared meals for her family, especially her famous chicken noodle soup, a dish loved by all those who gathered around her table. Her home was always open, her smile welcoming, and her heart generous beyond measure.
Her legacy of love, faith, and family will continue to live on in the hearts of all who knew her. Her warm smile, generous spirit, and unshakable devotion to God have left an indelible mark on all those she touched.
A Mass of Christian burial will be offered at St. Titus Church, 952 Franklin Avenue, Aliquippa on Friday, November 7th at 11 A.M. Private interment will follow at Mt. Olivet Cemetery, 2186 Broadhead Road, Aliquippa. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Anthony Mastrofrancesco Funeral Home, Inc., 2026 McMinn Street, Aliquippa. Family and friends are invited to gather at the church to honor and celebrate a life of faith well lived and a heart well loved.
In honoring Filomena’s love of animals the family suggests that donations, if desired be made in her memory to the Beaver County Humane Society, 3394 Brodhead Road, Aliquippa, PA 15001.
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