CASPER VALERIE J. Age 67, of Oakmont, on December 30, 2017, at Good Samaritan Hospice, Wexford. Born September 16, 1950, in Greensburg to the late Paul W. and Julia L. (Safran) Casper. Preceded in death by her loving husband, John M. Chaufty. Valerie was a Catholic School elementary teacher in CA and in the Pittsburgh Diocese for over 20 years. She enjoyed reading, gardening and spending time with her family. Survivors include a sister, Anita (J.T.) Tuskan, New Kensington; two brothers, Paul (Carmen) Casper, OH and Richard (Glenda) Casper, York, PA; two nephews, Ian (Nicole) Casper, her Godson, Justin (Caitlin) Tuskan; two nieces, Julie (Greg Wagner) Tuskan and Jessica Tuskan; two great- nephews, Ralph and John Casper; a great-niece, Emma Tuskan; two brothers-in-law, James and Joseph Chaufty; and a sister-in-law, Kathleen (Marty) Weaver. She is also survived by her two cats she loved dearly, Buddy and Bella. Also surviving are many aunts, uncles and cousins in the Jeannette area. Friends will be received Tuesday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. in the GIUNTA - BERTUCCI FUNERAL HOME, INC., 1509 5th Ave., Arnold, John Paul Bertucci, Owner-Supervisor. Prayers of transfer will take place Wednesday 9:30 a.m. in the Funeral Home, followed by a Funeral Mass at 10 a.m. at Mt. St. Peter R.C. Church, 100 Freeport Rd., New Kensington, PA 15068. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Valerie's name to the American Cancer Society, American Diabetes Society or an Animal Shelter of their choice. Burial will be private. To leave an online condolence visit www.giunta-bertucci.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb