Victoria Pearl (Koplets) Suttelle, 79, of Raccoon Township, passed away peacefully at home on June 15, 2026, in the loving arms of her children on her mother’s birthday. She was born in Bedford, Pennsylvania on April 4th, 1947, the daughter of the late Theodore F. and Betty N. (Horton) Koplets.
Victoria graduated from Ambridge High School and was often called “Dolly” or “Barbie,” was beautiful both inside and out. She carried herself with grace, kindness, and quiet strength, leaving a lasting impression on all who knew her. She was a daughter of a coal miner and homemaker and she grew up in a home filled with love, where she never forgot her humble beginnings. She married her husband, Harry a year after graduating high school. After the closure of J&L Steel, she stepped forward outside the home to help support her family, working as a waitress. She took pride in her job at the American Serbian Club and later the Croatian Club, where she touched countless lives. She loved people and loved to make them happy. Her faith was a guiding force throughout her life. She was a devoted member of Shannopin United Methodist Church, where she lived her beliefs through quiet acts of kindness and generosity. She gave freely and selflessly, always without seeking recognition. She enjoyed playing slot machines and taking trips to Las Vegas and Mountaineer, almost always returning with winnings that she shared and gave away. Her family was the center of her world, and her love for her children and grandchildren was boundless. Above all, her life was devoted to Jesus and defined by her commitment to family. she embodied selflessness, consistently placing the needs of others before her own as a wife, mother, and grandmother. Her greatest aspiration, to build a life centered on love and family, was one she fulfilled wholeheartedly.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Harry, and brother, Frank Koplets. She is survived by her loving children, Harry E. Suttelle III (Erica) of Raccoon Township and April Katsafanas (James) of Center Township, her four cherished granddaughters: Aubrey and Ashlyn Suttelle, and Autumn and Amber Katsafanas; as well as her twin brother, Victor Koplets (Marie) of Center Township, her sister-in-law, Joyce Koplets of Gerrardstown, West Virginia, as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
Friends will be received on Monday, June 22nd, from 2 p.m. until the time of the funeral service at 4:30 p.m. at Huntsman Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Aliquippa, 2345 Mill Street, Aliquippa, who was in charge of her arrangements. Private interment will follow at John Anderson Cemetery in Raccoon Township.
The family extends their heartfelt gratitude to Dr. Schollaert, Dr. Woodske, and Dr. Ashfaq for their dedicated care, as well as to the compassionate nurses and staff at Amedisys Hospice. A special thank you is given to her caregivers who were angels in disguise, bringing comfort and peace during her brief illness.
Memorial contributions may be made to Shannopin United Methodist Church, 4014 Jordan Street, South Heights, PA 15081.