Rita Giordano Obituary
Of Williamsville, NY, entered into rest on January 17, 2026. Beloved wife of the late Anthony Giordano; devoted mother of Shirley Cina, Ross (Mary) Giordano and Valerie (Robert) White; cherished grandmother of Charles (Tenille), Maria (Blair), Anthony (Breana), Mark (Libby), Bobby (Elisa) and Alexis (Anthony); adored great-grandmother of 9; loving sister of the late Rose (late Louis) Leone and the late John Guagenti; also survived by many loving nieces, nephews family and friends. Relatives and friends may visit the Lombardo Funeral Home (Northtowns Chapel) 885 Niagara Falls Blvd. near Eggert/Sheridan Dr. on Monday (January 19th) from 3-7 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Gregory the Great Roman Catholic Church, 200 St. Gregory Ct. Williamsville, NY 14221 on Tuesday (January 20th) at 10:30 AM. Please assemble at church. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be to Hospice Buffalo.
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