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Marie N. Pantera

1920 - 2026

BORN

1920

DIED

2026

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Marie Pantera Obituary

Pantera,

Marie N.

(nee Stiefel)

Oct 15, 1920 - Mar 14, 2026

Of Orchard Park, entered into rest March 14, 2026 at the age of 105. Beloved wife of the late Edward J. Pantera; devoted mother of Edward (Yasuyo) Pantera, Judith (Michael) Szematowicz and Susan (Mark) Panek; cherished grandmother of 7 grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren and 10 great-great-grandchildren; dear sister of the late Elaine (late Andrew) Ziemba and the late Louise (late Heintz) Kroll. The family extends a special thank you to Mercy Nursing Facility at OLV for their loving and compassionate care. Marie was an avid gardener. She loved nature and spending time with her grandchildren. Private services were held for the family at LOMBARDO FUNERAL HOME (Southtowns Chapel) and Nativity Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Marie's name to Mercy Nursing Facility Activities Department at OLV. Online condolences may be made at www.lombardofuneralhome.com

Published by Buffalo News on Mar. 22, 2026.

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