Bernice Laverne Buffa, 88, of Monessen, passed away on Tuesday, July 9, 2013 in her home surrounded by her family.She was born in Donora on July 20, 1924, the daughter of the late George W. Robb and Pearl White Robb.Bernice was a resident of the Mon Valley all her life and was an avid bingo player, and she loved to cook for her family. She is survived by a son Ralph M. (Linda) Buffa of New Eagle, a daughter, Diana L. (Andrew) Dzatko Jr. of Monessen, five grandchildren, Kelly and Kristina Ritenour, January Holly-Frye, Brittany L. Rozik, and Phillip A. Rozik Jr., numerous great grandchildren, and by nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by three brothers and a sister.Friends and family are invited to attend a memorial service on Saturday July 20, 2013 at 11:00 am in Riverview Baptist Church, 405 Main St. New Eagle, with Pastor Bruce Moses officiating.Arrangements entrusted to Dalfonso-Billick Funeral Home Inc. and Cremation Services, 441 Reed Ave. Monessen. Condolences accepted for the family at www.dalfonso-billick.com.