Mary M. Violanti Obituary: Lackawanna, New York

It is with deep sadness that the passing of Mary M. Violanti of Lackawanna, New York, is announced. Mary was born on February 2, 1938, and passed away peacefully on August 23, 2026, leaving behind a loving family and many friends who will remember her with affection.

Mary’s life was defined by family, love and the many relationships she built over the years. Her passing marks the loss of a cherished mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, relative and friend.

Family and Loved Ones

Mary was predeceased by her parents, Anthony Susi and Alma Susi, as well as Samuel Violanti, Teresa Gemmati (Carlo), Virginia Makeyenko (Albert), and James Susi (Babe).

She is survived by her children:

• Rose Mary Graham (Tom O’SHei)
• Joanne Vazquez (Bill)
• Samuel Violanti (Judy)

She also leaves behind numerous grandchildren, including Seth Graham, Cally Graham, Lisa Amer (Jay), Will Vazquez (Hannah), Naomi Gazal (Joel), Joseph Vazquez (Taryn), Joshua Violanti (Diana), Zachary Violanti, and Benjamin Violanti (Natalie).

Mary was also a beloved great-grandmother to Samir, Xenia, Marina, Julianna, Gabriel Amer, Mia, Michael, Gabriella, Theo, Josiah, Elijah, Mateo, Nettie Vazquez, Nadeema, Emma, Sophia Gazel, Riley, Beatrice and MacKenna Violanti.

She is also survived by many loving nieces, nephews, extended family members and friends.

Visitation and Funeral Service

Family and friends will have an opportunity to pay their respects during visitation on:

Wednesday, August 26, 2026
3:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Lombardo Funeral Home – Southtowns Chapel
3060 Abbott Road
Orchard Park, NY 14127

A Mass of Christian Burial will follow on:

Thursday, August 27, 2026
10:00 a.m.
Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Church
3148 Abbott Road
Orchard Park, NY 14127

Friends, relatives and members of the community are invited to join the family in remembering Mary’s life and offering their condolences.

In Loving Memory

Mary M. Violanti leaves behind a family whose lives were enriched by her presence. The generations of children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren who survive her are part of the lasting family legacy she leaves behind.

While her passing brings sadness, her loved ones can take comfort in the memories shared throughout her life and in the enduring bonds of family.

Memorial Donations

In lieu of flowers, the family has requested that donations be made in Mary’s memory to Hospice Buffalo.

These contributions offer an opportunity for family and friends to honor Mary’s memory while supporting compassionate care for others.

May Mary M. Violanti rest in peace, and may her memory remain a blessing to all who knew and loved her.

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