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BORN
1934
DIED
2025
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885 Niagara Falls Boulevard
Amherst, New York
Barbara Skorka Obituary
Sep 29, 1934 - Apr 23, 2025
90, of Amherst, entered into rest on April 23, 2025. Beloved wife of the late Edward R. Skorka; devoted mother of Linda Antczak and Kimberly (Michael) Kagan; fond step-mother of the late John E. (Elizabeth) Skorka and Robin (Arnold) Nowaczewski; cherished grandmother of 9 grandchildren; adored great-grandmother of 2 great-grandchildren; loving daughter of the late Frank and Mary Schmiegel; dear sister of Patricia (late William) Cline and Nancy (late Harold) Marshall; also survived by nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends may visit Lombardo Funeral Home (Northtowns Chapel), 885 Niagara Falls Blvd. near Eggert/ Sheridan Dr. on Sunday, April 27 from 5-8pm. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Christopher's Church, 2660 Niagara Falls Blvd., Tonawanda on Monday, April 28 at 11:30am (please assemble at church). In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Barbara's name to a charity of the donor's choice. Condolences may be made at www.lombardofuneralhome.com.
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