John "Buff" H. Buffalini, 88, of Brighton Township, passed away on Monday, January 19, 2026 at his residence surrounded by his loving family.

Born in Leet Township on March 2, 1937, he was the son of the late John Frances and Eva (Valentino) Buffalini.

John was a member of St. Monica Church of St. Augustine Parish. He was a part of the American Legion as well as the Monaca Sportsman's Club. John was a veteran of the US Army. John retired from the blooming mill at J&L after 35 years of service.

John was very devoted to his faith which he passed down to his children. and he also loved to go camping , fishing and hunting. John loved spending time out doors and spending time with family. He loved country music.

John is survived by his beloved wife of almost 26 years, Sherry (Morgan)Buffalini; his children, John (Barb) Buffalini, Larry (Christine) Buffalini, Janet (Rich) Pavlinch, Dean (Maria) Buffalini, Matthew Buffalini, Anthony (Michelle)Buffalini, and Paula (John) Bernert; his step daughters, Jennifer Buchanan,Rhonda (Rick) Douds, Michelle (Chis) Galzarano; his nineteen grandchildren,John, Nicole, Shane, Anthony,Cole, Amelia, and Sophia Buffalini, Will Pavlinch,Matthew Bernert, Mia (Ethan) Barton, Samantha (Carl) Manzo, Zac (Nicole) Buffalini, Luke (Val) Buffalini, Vance (Lexi) Shuler, Allison and Alayna Buchanan, RJ, Abby, and Ricki-Lynn Douds, Hayden and Emma Galzarano; his eight great-grandchildren, Stella, Adrianna, Vito, Salvatore, Xavier, Nova, and Emma; along with his brother in law Frank Chembars and two nieces.

In addition to his parents, John was preceded in death by his sister, Evelyn Chembars: a niece, Marla; and an infant son.

Friends will be received on Friday, January 23, 2026 from 4-7PM in the GABAUER-LUTTON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, Inc., 117 Blackhawk Road Beaver Falls, Pa 15010. Military honors will be accorded at 5:00 PM at the funeral home. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 11AM in the St. Monica Church of St. Augustine Parish, 116 Thorndale Drive Beaver Falls, PA 15010.

The family would also like to thank John's care taker, Jill, nurse Jessica and aide Irona for taking such good care of our loved one.