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Norine M. Tepas

1951 - 2025

Norine M. Tepas obituary, 1951-2025

BORN

1951

DIED

2025

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Sieck, Mast & Leslie Funeral Home

250 Orchard Park Road

West Seneca, New York

Norine Tepas Obituary

Tepas, Norine M. (nee McDonald)

May 19, 1951 - Oct 19, 2025

74, of West Seneca, NY, passed away peacefully at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester. Born in West Seneca to Jack and Norine McDonald, she was the second of six children. A proud graduate of St. Martin's, Mount Mercy Academy, and SUNY Brockport, Norine dedicated her career to teaching and inspiring young minds. On August 7, 1976, she married the love of her life, Dale Tepas. Together they raised two children, Lindsey and Kyle, and shared nearly five decades filled with laughter, adventure, and cherished memories in Canandaigua, NY, and Largo, FL. Norine's greatest joy was her family, especially her grandchildren Mason, Reid, Josie, and Perrie. Known for her quick wit, kind heart, and festive spirit, she made every gathering special. She is survived by her husband, Dale; daughter Lindsey Pettograsso (Vinny); son Kyle Tepas (Amy); four grandchildren; and a large extended family. She was predeceased by her parents, siblings Jack and Kathleen, and nephew John. Family and friends may call Monday, Oct. 27, 4–7 PM at Sieck, Mast & Leslie Funeral Home, West Seneca. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Tuesday, Oct. 28, 9:30 AM at St. Martin of Tours Church, Buffalo. Entombment in Holy Cross Cemetery. Please share online condolences at sieckandmastfuneralhome.com.
Published by Buffalo News on Oct. 26, 2025.

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Ceri Sokol

October 27, 2025

So sorry for your loss, Norine was a lovely lady and I always enjoyed chatting with her. She will be missed.

Bill Smith

October 27, 2025

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. Bill & Terry Smith.

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4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Sieck, Mast & Leslie Funeral Home

250 Orchard Park Road, West Seneca, NY 14224

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St. Martin of Tours Church

1140 Abbott Road, Buffalo, NY 14220

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250 Orchard Park Road, West Seneca, NY 14224

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