Patricia A. Budzinski

Patricia A. Budzinski, 82, of Salamanca, NY died Sunday morning, June 16, 2024 at home following a long illness.

Born December 3, 1941in Goodrich, Texas, she was the daughter of the late James and Helen Thompson Halterman. She was married October 12, 1969 at the former Holy Cross Church to Peter F. Budzinski, who survives.

She was a graduate of Salamanca High School, Class of 1959, and earned her Associate’s Degree from Bryant & Stratton College.

Pat had been employed as the Executive Secretary with Cattaraugus/Little Valley Central School for over 25 years.

She was a member of Our Lady of Peace Parish. She enjoyed spending time with her nieces and nephews. She loved the outdoors, especially being at their camp and watching wildlife.

Surviving besides her husband are: a sister-in-law, Diane Ambuske, Salamanca, NY; several nieces and nephews.

She was predeceased by two brothers, Thomas Halterman and James Halterman Sr., and a nephew, Joseph Halterman.

There will be no visitation.

A Memorial Mass will be held at Our Lady of Peace Parish, 274 Broad Street, Salamanca, NY on Wednesday, June 26, 2024 at 10am with Rev. Charles Johnson as celebrant.

Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, Salamanca, NY.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the O’Rourke & O’Rourke Inc Funeral Home, 25 River Street, Salamanca, NY.

E-condolences can be sent to orourke.orourkefh@gmail.com or posted to facebook.com/onofh.