Maria Torres

Maria Flor Torres of Dunkirk was born on January 10, 1940, in Guayanilla, Puerto Rico. Wife of late Rosario Sixto Torres (2005), daughter of Rosa Irizzary & Rene Caraballo. She was a resident in the City of Dunkirk for over 60 years and was a foster parent to many children for over 30 years. She loved cooking, gardening and enjoyed family gatherings. She enjoyed volunteering her time and cooking for various events at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church.

Her surviving children are Larry (Rosa) Pacheco, Zoilo King Pacheco, Luz (Jose) Morlett, Joe (Arcy) Torres, Jorge Torres, Mary Torres, Robert (Diane) Torres, Edward Tino (Betty) Torres, Rosita (Willie) Rosas, Stacy (Duane) Torres, Tracy Torres, Stephanie Torres, Lisa Torres & Johnny (Jasmine) Torres. Her pride and joy 32 grandchildren and 28 great grandchildren. Several nieces and nephews whom she loved dearly. Her sister and best friend Lucy (Charlie) Monell, brothers Nelido Rodriguez, Wally Chuco Caraballo, Late Nelson Rodriguez.

Preceded in death are her husband Rosario Sixto Torres, daughter Flor Windy (Gene) Tinnin, grandsons Richard Torres, Joshua Torres and infant granddaughter Jennifer Torres.

The family would like to express their appreciation and gratitude to the Staff members of The Chautauqua Nursing and Rehabilitation for their support throughout this difficult time.

Relatives and friends are welcome to attend Calling Hours on Wednesday, March 4, 2026 from 4-7 p.m. at McGraw-Kowal Funeral Home; 736 Central Avenue, Dunkirk, NY. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday, March 5, 2026 at 10 a.m. at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Roman Catholic Church; 328 Washington Avenue, Dunkirk, NY. Interment will be held in St. Mary's Cemetery. Arrangements are by R. Michael Mackowiak III; McGraw-Kowal Funeral Home.