Ester S. Villanueva

Ester was a devoted mother of Mitzi (Dan) Kiener, Jay (Jen) Pabilonia, Brian Pabilonia, Amelia (Alex) Nillo, Roberto (Roman) Villanueva and the late Egypt. Cherished grandmother of Christopher (Lynn) Sunga, Alexander (Kristy) Sunga, Claudine (Jon) Krol, Moraya Kiener, Daniel Kiener ll, Jeremiah (Karen) Pabilonia, April (John) Pabilonia-Rivera, Jiovanni (Laura) Pabilonia, Miranda Nillo and Clarissa Nillo: and adored great-grandmother of ten great-grandchildren. Ester took special joy in getting pampered by her children and grandchildren and had fond memories of watching her great-grandchildren grow. She was more than just a mother, grandmother and great-grandmother; she was the life of the party, the spark that ignited joy in every gathering. Ester’s presence was like a burst of fireworks on a dark night, and her sharp wit kept everyone on their toes. With her infectious smile and laughter, she turned ordinary moments into extraordinary ones. She loved to dance, sing karaoke, drink Merlot, and play piano. She enjoyed having a good laugh and drink, especially when she was hanging

Ester was an extraordinary cook whose open home and incredible dishes brought endless joy to others. While she loved expanding her culinary repertoire with new recipes, her true passion lay in nourishing the lives of others through her deep love for helping people. Beyond the kitchen, she was a remarkably savvy entrepreneur in her younger days. She poured her sharp mind and hard work into a variety of small businesses, from running a piggery and trading scrap metal to selling jewelry.

Ester leaves behind a legacy as radiant as her personality. She loved the color purple, spent peaceful hours growing purple orchids, and thoroughly enjoyed her trips to the casino. Always elegant, she loved wearing gold and diamond jewelry and was blessed with a beautifully perfect, unblemished complexion that lasted a lifetime. Her bright presence will be deeply missed.

Services will be private; In lieu of flowers contributions in Ester's memory may be made to the Hospice Foundation of WNY.