Patricia D. Balester

Patricia D. Balester obituary, Buffalo, NY

Patricia D. Balester

Patricia Balester Obituary

Visit the Lombardo Funeral Home - Orchard Park Chapel (Southtowns) website to view the full obituary.
Balester, Patricia D. (nee Toy) October 19, 1963 - May 10, 2025
Of Orchard Park, entered into rest suddenly May 10, 2025. Beloved wife of Anthony Balester Jr.; devoted mother of Alexandria (Robert) Mitchell, Brittany Overholt, Crysta Balester and Anthony "AJ" Balester; cherished grandmother of Paxton, Reid, Eli, Hadley, Riley; loving daughter of Ronald and the late Patricia Toy; dear sister of Fawn and the late Ronald Jr., late Dorothy, late Geary, and the late Johnny; also survived by many loved ones. Patricia was extremely free-spirited. She had no fear and no filter. She loved to travel and spend time with her children and grandchildren. Her hobbies also included gardening and learning about different types of birds.
In lieu of a traditional service, a Celebration of Life will be held in Patty's memory, as these were her wishes. She wanted people to remember the "fun times". Family and friends of all ages are welcome. Bright colors and smiles are encouraged. A Celebration of Life will be held at Stoney Oak Ridge, 11655 Moore Rd, Springville, NY 14141 on Sunday (May 18) from 1-4PM.

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Lombardo Funeral Home - Orchard Park Chapel (Southtowns)

3060 Abbott Rd, Orchard Park, NY 14127

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